malteserunner's 1987 4Runner Build-Up Thread
08-30-2009, 08:50 AM
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08-30-2009, 10:47 AM
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08-31-2009, 05:55 PM
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Today I decided to replace my ground cable on the 4Runner. I went with a 1 gauge cable to the engine ground, and 4 gauge to the body. While I was in there, I wanted to get a look at the main power wire from the battery to the fuse box. It is showing a little corrosion, so I'll be replacing it tomorrow along with the positive cable to the starter. Something I noticed when I took the fuse box cover off, was that someone in the past had pried on the main 80 amp fuse. I decided to give it a tug to make sure it was secure, and it popped right out. The original contacts had been broken off and someone just got another fuse and jammed it in the place of the broken one. I then pulled the fuse box apart and re-attached the fuse properly. My truck now idles more smoothly and seems to run better all around. I'm looking forward to any more improvement with the new positive leads.
08-31-2009, 06:00 PM
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Thanks for asking.
Keep up with the pictures on your runner!
09-01-2009, 07:54 PM
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awesome build so far.. and awesome sticker man lol i had a big "its a JAAP thing" sticker made for the back window of my runner. its always makes me feel good when a heep rolls up behind me and you watch the drivers face in the rear view mirror when they realize what it says lol
09-07-2009, 09:44 PM
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awesome build so far.. and awesome sticker man lol i had a big "its a JAAP thing" sticker made for the back window of my runner. its always makes me feel good when a heep rolls up behind me and you watch the drivers face in the rear view mirror when they realize what it says lol
You mean your boy got that sticker made for ya??
That's what I thought
Anyway, OP, I like that front tube... Different isn't always better- but that looks good.
09-08-2009, 09:57 AM
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Runner looks good man Great thread. If you can let me know when you are in production on those bumpers for the 84 to 95 trucks and final price i am very interested in one for my rig
09-08-2009, 08:37 PM
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Thanks again for all the compliments. I will definitely let you all know when the bumpers are ready for sale.
As for the 4Runner, I got the upgraded positive cables in now, and it is running great. I'll get to work on the spare tire carrier next.
As for the 4Runner, I got the upgraded positive cables in now, and it is running great. I'll get to work on the spare tire carrier next.
09-08-2009, 09:19 PM
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Thanks. I was wheeling around a bit over the weekend. It was so nice not worrying about that thing hanging down so much. I should have taken a pic of the difference on the trail. Maybe next time. I'll be picking up a BudBuilt cross member and TG transfer case mount soon too. Then it's time for the one off front skid plate. One thing at a time though, I guess.
09-20-2009, 08:59 PM
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We did some wheeling today! We decided to go up to Shuteye Peak this time, since we hadn't been wheeling that side of the mountain much. It was well worth it. There's a lot more technical trails, and some nice rock crawling.
Some pics...Amazing views!
Woohoo, IFS flex...
Playing around on a slab...
Some cool rocks...
I went a little beyond my rigs' capabilities here. I really need to get that BudBuilt cross member and skid plate.
On the trail....
Some pics...Amazing views!
Woohoo, IFS flex...
Playing around on a slab...
Some cool rocks...
I went a little beyond my rigs' capabilities here. I really need to get that BudBuilt cross member and skid plate.
On the trail....
09-23-2009, 05:20 PM
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I got my front wheels from the machinist today. I used the three good wheels off a T-100 I'm parting out, plus a new one I bought to match. The hub bore was a little too small to clear the front hubs, so I had two of the wheels machined to fit. I'll be picking up another wheel for a matching spare, which I'll have machined for use front or rear. On to the pics.
Before...
After...
I'll be posting some better pics after the Pismo run this weekend.
Before...
After...
I'll be posting some better pics after the Pismo run this weekend.
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09-24-2009, 06:42 AM
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what width are those tires? They look perfect. I'm planning a build up on my 87 and can't decide on 33 x 9.5's or 12.5's. 12.5 seems pretty wide for fender interference problems, ect. I am doing a 4" lift.
09-24-2009, 07:18 AM
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I'm contemplating going with some 33x10.5's next though.
09-27-2009, 11:18 PM
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We got back from the 09 Pismo Jamboree tonight, what a blast! Lots of cool people and some very nice rigs. I blew one tire off the bead, but other than that, it was a great trip. Here's a few pics..
Connie (conigirl) had fun her first time out..
Matt catching some air...
We hung out with Nate (BlazeN8) from Blazeland for a while, and got to see his Fordota in action. His suspension worked really well out there, on the whoops, jumps, or whatever he threw at it.
We'll definitely attend next year. Here's a link to the Event on UltimateYota.
Connie (conigirl) had fun her first time out..
Matt catching some air...
We hung out with Nate (BlazeN8) from Blazeland for a while, and got to see his Fordota in action. His suspension worked really well out there, on the whoops, jumps, or whatever he threw at it.
We'll definitely attend next year. Here's a link to the Event on UltimateYota.
