How to Convert a 3rd Gen 4Runner from 2WD to 4WD
03-24-2004, 05:10 PM
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Originally Posted by RTdawgs
you mean not every wheeler lives in AZ??? 
im so confused
im so confused
I love mine front and I'm sure the Levy will not be dry out back.
03-24-2004, 05:15 PM
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Originally Posted by sschaefer3
Your confusion is that I actually care what suspension YOU use.
I love mine front and I'm sure the Levy will not be dry out back.
I love mine front and I'm sure the Levy will not be dry out back.
you coming to the South anytime soon? SE4RJ is May 14-16, how bout it?
03-24-2004, 06:10 PM
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Originally Posted by KING
Until what time Saturday?
Anything Sunday?
Anything Sunday?
Lunch @ Noon
Cocktail Hour @ 5:00pm
We're calling it quits at 5:00pm.
We'll wrap it up on Sunday if we need to but the plan, which I have devised is to sick Vern on the Tranny, he'll have it out iin an hour or so and then start building it back up with the 4WD tranny & t-case.
My task will be to re-build the axle shafts and start to get the front diff in. If we tag team it with the Californians helping I think we can get it in a day.
So Sunday we might be out wheeling Martinez Canyon. Nothing like Baptism by FIRE..........
So maybe Sunday, but I hope not.
Hey Casey..... Did you get the flange bolts for the front drive shaft ??? We can re-use the 2WD ones for the rear. They are special heavy duty bolts.
03-24-2004, 07:03 PM
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Originally Posted by sschaefer3
We start @ 8:00am
Lunch @ Noon
Cocktail Hour @ 5:00pm
We're calling it quits at 5:00pm.
We'll wrap it up on Sunday if we need to but the plan, which I have devised is to sick Vern on the Tranny, he'll have it out iin an hour or so and then start building it back up with the 4WD tranny & t-case.
My task will be to re-build the axle shafts and start to get the front diff in. If we tag team it with the Californians helping I think we can get it in a day.
So Sunday we might be out wheeling Martinez Canyon. Nothing like Baptism by FIRE..........
So maybe Sunday, but I hope not.
Hey Casey..... Did you get the flange bolts for the front drive shaft ??? We can re-use the 2WD ones for the rear. They are special heavy duty bolts.
Lunch @ Noon
Cocktail Hour @ 5:00pm
We're calling it quits at 5:00pm.
We'll wrap it up on Sunday if we need to but the plan, which I have devised is to sick Vern on the Tranny, he'll have it out iin an hour or so and then start building it back up with the 4WD tranny & t-case.
My task will be to re-build the axle shafts and start to get the front diff in. If we tag team it with the Californians helping I think we can get it in a day.
So Sunday we might be out wheeling Martinez Canyon. Nothing like Baptism by FIRE..........
So maybe Sunday, but I hope not.
Hey Casey..... Did you get the flange bolts for the front drive shaft ??? We can re-use the 2WD ones for the rear. They are special heavy duty bolts.
can i just find some at a hardware store or something really quick? i would hate to have to order them from the dealer and wait for them...
Martinez Canyon sounds awesome, I will really look forward to finishing on saturday and going out on sunday.
03-24-2004, 07:15 PM
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Originally Posted by casey
No I didnt, it completely left my mind about the bolts for the front shaft :pat:
can i just find some at a hardware store or something really quick? i would hate to have to order them from the dealer and wait for them...
Martinez Canyon sounds awesome, I will really look forward to finishing on saturday and going out on sunday.
can i just find some at a hardware store or something really quick? i would hate to have to order them from the dealer and wait for them...
Martinez Canyon sounds awesome, I will really look forward to finishing on saturday and going out on sunday.
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Ok, I talked to Vern, he confirmed that they are special bolts, nuts and washers. He is going to order them in and make sure they get here friday.
He also said the bolts are a bit pricey, but you can't use anything else.
We'll have them here for you, 8 bolts, nuts and washers.
03-24-2004, 07:16 PM
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Also Vern has a 4WD shift lever if you don't get that with the t-case and I have an extra 3rd Gen 4WD knob.
You can buy the used parts from us. I think we have you completely covered. He's got gear oil, and all the shop suppied we'll need.
You can buy the used parts from us. I think we have you completely covered. He's got gear oil, and all the shop suppied we'll need.
03-24-2004, 07:38 PM
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Originally Posted by KING
MARTINEZ CANYON? I can't run that with my truck.
Charles, Hmmmmmmmmmmmmm..........................
Never seen the computer system in that canyon.
03-24-2004, 07:55 PM
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Am I right when I say the conversion is going to take place at VERN's shop in MESA?
Are spectators allowed to stop by for a look?
Are spectators allowed to stop by for a look?
03-24-2004, 08:01 PM
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Take the the 60 to MESA DR (If my memory serves me correct).
Turn North (left) to SOUTHERN.
At SOUTHERN turn left staying on the right lane and it will be your first street to your right.
The shop is like the second in that building to your right (WILBUR).
A red signs is there reading: TOY SPECIALISTS
Turn North (left) to SOUTHERN.
At SOUTHERN turn left staying on the right lane and it will be your first street to your right.
The shop is like the second in that building to your right (WILBUR).
A red signs is there reading: TOY SPECIALISTS
03-24-2004, 08:04 PM
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Originally Posted by sschaefer3
Correct, but Casey with 4WD, 4.88's and a rear ARB can.........
Charles, Hmmmmmmmmmmmmm..........................
Never seen the computer system in that canyon.
Charles, Hmmmmmmmmmmmmm..........................
Never seen the computer system in that canyon.
haha, computers rule!
i don't have an arb rear locker yet...that'll be coming in the next few months along with new tires/gears.
BUT anyway, i'm not even bringing my runner on this trip - i'm riding with casey. i'd love to take it on with my truck, but i'll be happy riding along this time
03-25-2004, 04:31 AM
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Casey, you want me to make you a front diff drop? I have some used 8" bolts you can have and all I have to do is cut the spacers out. I'll make a set if you don't want them, someone will buy them shortly.
