This weekend I will be installing the OME springs, shocks, Datin greasable 5" shackles and Polly bushings.

Allso I have been getting a sound system together a 300 amp, two 10 inch woffers and Pioneer speakers 3.5 and 6.5 inch size. All run therw an Poineer deck.

Looks like the motor will come out soon and get new bearings, clutch and main shaft trany seal.

 

Who would you suggest as an alternative to 4WP?

I am looking at an OME set up for my 79 and they appear to have the best price on the net for the springs.

 

I had good luck with these guys last summer. I ordered an entire OME lift kit (springs, shocks, shackles, pins, etc.) and an ARB bumper.

http://www.4x4connection.com/

All of these ARB orders are shipped directly from ARB in Washington State...as far as I could tell at the time so I wouldn't worry about "where" you buy them as far as location of the retailer.

 

Truck looks like a nice one, like you said with some time, $$$$, work and more $$$ will be great...

 

Direct to OME it takes about two weeks to get a price but worth thye wait. wish I was not in such a rush would have saved a bit.

 

Rocky Road Outfitters also sells OME parts, 4WP doesn't even list OME on their website, so I can't compare prices, but 86-96 a piece seems reasonable to me.

 

Just finished the install and drove to work, It is a good test bumpa I hate. I love it nice ride. It is still a stright axel truck and a little bumpy on the real ruff stuff. It will never be as smooth as IFS. But this is livable for me. I need to drive it on the freeway yet. Pictures soon. I did not install the 5 inch shackles I would need longer brake lines.

 

Waiting for inage shack to email more photos later

 

This is not that late about 7:30PM. This is a 2 inch lift, I would hate to see a 4 inch lift.

 

Nice dude!
Get those shackles on there and DEFINATELY do the lines.. think about how itèll be when the suspension is flexed out...

 

Now I have some codes to fix I have 5, 7 and 10 flashes. do I need to go to toyota to have anlized?

 

You can check the codes fairly easily yourself with a paper clip. I'll see if I can find the write up. Also, wondering what size tire you have on there? I'm considering the same lift for my 4runner.

 

Yes I have the code conversions in my manual. But it list several possabilitys I need a way to test the differant equipment, Hech I remember the test in the manuals now that I think of ot I just need to read more. sorry.
I have BFG 31X10.5X15 on my rig. I am loving this setup. I may put on the longer shackles later I just need the longer brake lines first. I allso need Sway Bar Disconnects too.

 

Nice truck man. That 4runner looks like its in great shape, especially for being an older solid axle one.

 

ya man that truck is really nice looking..... i curse every day i remember how i gave away my 87.. to the junk yard when i got my 94.......now i have a 93 and that 94 for parts and i want a gen one back

 

I sort of have a plan to keep it nice and this will keep it that way.

 

Now that you have driven it a little longer how is the ride?

 

Looks fantastic...
and ... first gen bronco? AWSOME!!!!

 

It is better still a little harsh on big bumps at speeds. I miss the sway bar getting the disconnects soon. I like it a lot better than before. I need to check the tire pressure. Might be able to soften up the ride a little, if it is too high.

 

Ya a 74 they all look the same 66 threw 77 love wheeling it. It is light duity but fun. The Bronco has a great ride. But those Super Swampers make a lot of noise on the road.