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Old 07-01-2008, 08:00 PM
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Now, the install instructions on all of the typical rear kits tell you to move the rear spring hanger forward of the stock position 6". Well, when you do this with the 5" springs, it actually pushes the axle back to far and it will rub severely at the rear of the wheel well. So, I decided to move it forward 7". The shackle hanger still went back 2-3/4" as well, and the shackle angle is perfect as well as the placement of the axle.

I am glad I hit your thread again. Getting ready to do the 5" rears on my '81 Trekker and am glad for the heads up on the front mount.

Those new bumpers are looking awesome.
Nice work as always.
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Originally Posted by ocdropzone
I am glad I hit your thread again. Getting ready to do the 5" rears on my '81 Trekker and am glad for the heads up on the front mount.

Those new bumpers are looking awesome.
Nice work as always.
The 5's could even go further forward on a pickup.
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i really like this thread!! LOVE the picts, they are very clear and will be helpful with sas on friends 94.
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Sweetness! It gets kinda easy after a few doesnt it?
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Old 07-02-2008, 01:34 PM
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Body lift is off. Winch bumper is on and I am much happier with ride height too.







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How much would you sell that thing for?
PM me.

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How much would you sell that thing for?
PM me.

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Buy your 3rd gen 4runner back and we'll trade.
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Scotty,

That thing is REALLY nice! Good work on it, I am definitely going to get one of those front bumpers from you. Keep up the good work, man!
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Buy your 3rd gen 4runner back and we'll trade.


If only it were that easy.

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Very sweet. Looks much better with the body lift off.
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Originally Posted by ScottyC
The 5's could even go further forward on a pickup.
Trekker's were basically a 4Runner prototype so with the weight of the Top on the back I don't want it to go too far forward.
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Old 07-03-2008, 05:38 AM
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Originally Posted by ocdropzone
Trekker's were basically a 4Runner prototype so with the weight of the Top on the back I don't want it to go too far forward.
That is true. But 1st gens were also a little lighter overall. Still I think moving it forward 1" would work fine.
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Went wheeling for the first time in a well over a year today. Forgot a camera, but Dan was behind me and caught a couple for proof.



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I love that 1st gen man - that is what I want.
One of these days...

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Originally Posted by 4x4Fink
I love that 1st gen man - that is what I want.
One of these days...

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Thanks bro. I really liked your 3rd gen................
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Thanks man, I put a lot of blood, sweat and tears into that rig.

So far, I have just put money into my Tacoma.

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Went camping last weekend. Two trips in one week. Woohoo!









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Scotty,
those 1st gens look great, love the bumpers! Do you ship, and how much for one shipped to 96002?
Thanks, and good work
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Scotty,
those 1st gens look great, love the bumpers! Do you ship, and how much for one shipped to 96002?
Thanks, and good work
$448 shipped to your door.
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Originally Posted by ScottyC
$448 shipped to your door.
So, I got bored today and started fabbing. After my last camping trip, I decided that I need more room for gear so my dogs can go too. Not to mention I have an upcoming Rubicon trip coming. So:

I had a bunch of .090 wall square tubing lying around. Perfect for a small camping trailer. I also had some spare rear springs, and even a spare 84 axle. So, I got the frame, spring hangers, and spring mounted today. I'll get the axle under it tomorrow, build the hitch setup, and tongue tomorrow. Then I just need to grab some 1/8" sheet to build the rest.

The main frame measures 48"x36".



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