YeloSub7's 1990 4Runner Build-Up Thread
03-10-2008, 06:37 PM
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YeloSub7's 1990 4Runner Build-Up Thread
Well I might as well start this thread now...
SAS and RLS on my '90 4Runner 22re 5speed
3" TG front SAS
4" TG rear leaf swap
4.88 thirds from Mattb124 (thanks mat!)
Detroit Tru-Trac front
Precision Gear Limited Slip rear
33x12.5x15 GT Radial M/T
15x8 steelies (3.5" backspacing)
My truck as it sits right now, stock on 31's
'85 4runner front axle...
33's
my freshly painted steelies...
now just waiting for the TG delivery
SAS and RLS on my '90 4Runner 22re 5speed
3" TG front SAS
4" TG rear leaf swap
4.88 thirds from Mattb124 (thanks mat!)
Detroit Tru-Trac front
Precision Gear Limited Slip rear
33x12.5x15 GT Radial M/T
15x8 steelies (3.5" backspacing)
My truck as it sits right now, stock on 31's
'85 4runner front axle...
33's
my freshly painted steelies...
now just waiting for the TG delivery
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03-10-2008, 06:39 PM
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i cant wait for this. I've been wanting to sas but most i see are up to 35's. and i think 33's will be great. looking forward to measurement heights. Subscribed.
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Ya I had a '94 4runner on 33's with ifs lift and like the height, even though this will actually be more like 5in front what I've heard. It is going to be my daily also for about a couple years, so wanna keep it low for now. Don't drive much or far anyways. Will go bigger later on (of course), but for now we'll see how this turns out...
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Ya I had a '94 4runner on 33's with ifs lift and like the height, even though this will actually be more like 5in front what I've heard. It is going to be my daily also for about a couple years, so wanna keep it low for now. Don't drive much or far anyways. Will go bigger later on (of course), but for now we'll see how this turns out...
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Sounds like a nice build. I think the 3inch springs will not work well for you...especially if you ever put a winch up front.
I see you have a 22RE, so it may be ok for a while. I just bought some 5inch springs because my 4in ones have gone flat with the addition of a bumper and winch.
I see you have a 22RE, so it may be ok for a while. I just bought some 5inch springs because my 4in ones have gone flat with the addition of a bumper and winch.
03-10-2008, 07:17 PM
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Marc P you are saying that a 3vze bumper and winch will be too much for the 3inch springs? do you feel with the larger springs your tires will appear too small?
03-10-2008, 07:32 PM
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Not really, they will settle. If it is real bad I can remove a leaf also.
Here is how mine looks now...I figure the 5inch springs will pick up the front about 2 inches
Here is how mine looks now...I figure the 5inch springs will pick up the front about 2 inches
03-10-2008, 07:43 PM
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I had 4" TG springs up front with 35" and I think my truck is TALLLL. I'm moving up to 38"-40" Iroks and 4+" wider axles and plan to lower my truck at the same time. Some
will happen of course.
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Sounds like a nice build. I think the 3inch springs will not work well for you...especially if you ever put a winch up front.
I see you have a 22RE, so it may be ok for a while. I just bought some 5inch springs because my 4in ones have gone flat with the addition of a bumper and winch.
I see you have a 22RE, so it may be ok for a while. I just bought some 5inch springs because my 4in ones have gone flat with the addition of a bumper and winch.
But seriously? IMO I think your rig is too tall with the 33's, at least for what I want. But it is something to consider, thanks...
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That pic is before I added the 80lb winch. I also have nothing in the back. I usually carry my tools and recovery gear
Mine is not very tall....just that pic makes it look big
this may give a better perspective
Mine is not very tall....just that pic makes it look big
this may give a better perspective
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03-10-2008, 09:02 PM
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SAS 4Runners all look tall. it's just the nature of an SUV. being as narrow as Toyotas are doesn't help either. the TG 3" springs usually run tall, from what i've seen. i've also read that they have the second highest spring rate of all the TG springs too (5" HDs are first). if you really want it to be low get a set of springs made, go the JY route, or pull some leaves. pulling leaves is going to kill your spring rate, custom springs are going to be costly, and JY springs are kind of a trial and error thing.
i've found that the 5" HDs are perfect for my rig. they sit a little taller than i'd like to be (26" frame height on 35s) but the spring rate is perfect (i like to pre-run/go-fast a little too), shackle angle is perfect, and they hold up to the V6 weight and my heavy bumper.
whatever you do, good luck. it's going to be tough to get the best of both worlds, but i'm sure with enough research and tinkering you'll find something. maybe look into a stock front spring with some leaves added?
i've found that the 5" HDs are perfect for my rig. they sit a little taller than i'd like to be (26" frame height on 35s) but the spring rate is perfect (i like to pre-run/go-fast a little too), shackle angle is perfect, and they hold up to the V6 weight and my heavy bumper.
whatever you do, good luck. it's going to be tough to get the best of both worlds, but i'm sure with enough research and tinkering you'll find something. maybe look into a stock front spring with some leaves added?
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here is a bit of progress I made over the weekend...
rebuilt knuckles
axle cut and cleaned up
new rotors
my buddy helping me with some welding
primed axle
painted axle!!! (sorry pic taken at night)
hopefully will get the SAS mostly done tomorrow...
rebuilt knuckles
axle cut and cleaned up
new rotors
my buddy helping me with some welding
primed axle
painted axle!!! (sorry pic taken at night)
hopefully will get the SAS mostly done tomorrow...
