RBx 1988 4Runner Build-Up Thread
Feb 5, 2014 | 01:14 PM
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No Zuk mod for me, it doesn't sag bad enough to put a band-aid on it. I will probably buy some taller springs since the 4-link is a bit away from being reality. That may not solve the mushy rear feeling. I'm going to install a sway bar on the rear and try to figure out how i can stuff one on the front. I think the rear is my issue but it honestly could be a result of the front, I'm just not sure yet.
Feb 9, 2014 | 12:35 PM
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Winch Plate Bumper Fit Up
Most parts are only tacked together as I need to bend the front face around to the sides and slide the wings in a bit to close the gap at the marker lights.
Puzzle Bumper
Puzzle Bumper
Last edited by RBX; Nov 12, 2015 at 11:43 AM.
Feb 9, 2014 | 02:19 PM
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Truck moves, but need an alignment so not driving it unless absolutely necessary. Hope to get her out soon the stretch her legs.
Thanks for the compliments.
Didn't realize till Ian pointed out it looks like a skull. Too as that's the bottom view you'll never really see it.
Thanks for the compliments.
Didn't realize till Ian pointed out it looks like a skull. Too as that's the bottom view you'll never really see it.
Feb 9, 2014 | 05:38 PM
#1689
Really nice work on the bumper. I'm about to build a set for my T100. I'm unsure how or what I'm going to make tho. Keep up the good work and keep us posted with pics. Can't wait to see the finished product.
Feb 15, 2014 | 07:09 PM
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What is snow???? Man, we barely got a snowflake around here. We typically don't get snow here when the systems are coming from the south - the warmer mouth of the bay usually kills it for us, but I'm not complaining.
Feb 27, 2014 | 04:54 AM
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Update:
No pics, but i have reduced my handling issues. CASTER CASTER CASTER, this is a very important term/theory.
My wandering and squirrely driving characteristics were partly due to my caster being close to 4°(it should be 6°). I must have not had my angle finder set correctly on the knuckle when I did the reassemble.
Last night, in the cold and dark, my buddy convinced me to crawl under the truck and check the caster. With his help, watching and holding the angle finder(there isn't any real place to set an angle finder on the knuckle) I was able to adjust my upper link to get proper caster. This adjustability is worth the extra $$ to spend on links IMO.
In my recent posts I complained that the rear end felt it was stepping out over small bumps or uneven pavement. Searching for solutions became difficult since i was describing a problem. But after reading many Jeep forums, I was getting closer to a solution. Since so many Jeeps get lifted by DIYers, there was an abundance of forums with similar complaints of vehicle handling after a suspension lift. Using keywords like wandering, or squirrely, got me better search results.
The truck drives 90% better then before. I say 90% because I need to readjust the toe, since I believe I set it to 1/4", the truck feels like it wants to 'hunt' in the lane when you correct the steering. This isn't a big problem, but it isn't perfect either.
Brian from 4Wheel Underground gave me a call last night to talk about my truck handling issues, this is a man that delivers a product and stands behind it 110%. His customer service is reason alone to use this product.
No pics, but i have reduced my handling issues. CASTER CASTER CASTER, this is a very important term/theory.
My wandering and squirrely driving characteristics were partly due to my caster being close to 4°(it should be 6°). I must have not had my angle finder set correctly on the knuckle when I did the reassemble.
Last night, in the cold and dark, my buddy convinced me to crawl under the truck and check the caster. With his help, watching and holding the angle finder(there isn't any real place to set an angle finder on the knuckle) I was able to adjust my upper link to get proper caster. This adjustability is worth the extra $$ to spend on links IMO.
In my recent posts I complained that the rear end felt it was stepping out over small bumps or uneven pavement. Searching for solutions became difficult since i was describing a problem. But after reading many Jeep forums, I was getting closer to a solution. Since so many Jeeps get lifted by DIYers, there was an abundance of forums with similar complaints of vehicle handling after a suspension lift. Using keywords like wandering, or squirrely, got me better search results.
The truck drives 90% better then before. I say 90% because I need to readjust the toe, since I believe I set it to 1/4", the truck feels like it wants to 'hunt' in the lane when you correct the steering. This isn't a big problem, but it isn't perfect either.
Brian from 4Wheel Underground gave me a call last night to talk about my truck handling issues, this is a man that delivers a product and stands behind it 110%. His customer service is reason alone to use this product.
Mar 10, 2014 | 08:15 AM
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This weekend I added another ounce of BBs to my tires, to bring the total weight up to 8oz per tire. At the same time I removed the Monster Valve kit and installed low profile compressor drains.
Some Bead Balancing notes:
The Monster Valves are 1oz. each and the drains are only 3/8oz.
Goodyear Wrangler MT/R 315/75R16 (34.8")
DynaBeads and Equal recommend 6-8oz
Started with 7oz each wheel, slight vibrations start at 75mph(corrected)
Added 1oz in hopes to reduce any vibrations at highway speed.
8oz in each tire made vibrations worse before 75mph
Conclusion:
7oz with monster valves was a pretty smooth ride, I think that the heavy monster valves helped actually balance the tire by creating a heavy spot. The removal of the valve and addition of another ounce made things worse. So I can't tell at this point if adding the extra BBs is the issue or the removal of the monster valves. I would think less rotating weight around a tire would be easier to balance, but perhaps the beads have more of an opportunity to spread out since the heavy valve is not concentrating rotating weight in one area of the tire.
also started to wire my eLockers, stole and redrew a wiring schematic without relays:
Some Bead Balancing notes:
The Monster Valves are 1oz. each and the drains are only 3/8oz.
Goodyear Wrangler MT/R 315/75R16 (34.8")
DynaBeads and Equal recommend 6-8oz
Started with 7oz each wheel, slight vibrations start at 75mph(corrected)
Added 1oz in hopes to reduce any vibrations at highway speed.
8oz in each tire made vibrations worse before 75mph
Conclusion:
7oz with monster valves was a pretty smooth ride, I think that the heavy monster valves helped actually balance the tire by creating a heavy spot. The removal of the valve and addition of another ounce made things worse. So I can't tell at this point if adding the extra BBs is the issue or the removal of the monster valves. I would think less rotating weight around a tire would be easier to balance, but perhaps the beads have more of an opportunity to spread out since the heavy valve is not concentrating rotating weight in one area of the tire.
also started to wire my eLockers, stole and redrew a wiring schematic without relays:
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Mar 10, 2014 | 08:44 AM
#1699
the switch doesn't need to be momentary. the position switch cuts power when the fork is in the desired location. it might make the user-end of things a bit easier, but that's just me. schematic looks good.
