First off, thanks everyone for all the compliments.




Psalm 112 is correct. The extension is recommended for 3rd Gens. You 'might' be able to get by w/o it, but for only $30, I was not about to pass it by.


To be honest, I don't really remember. It was more or less an all day job. I helped Brian as much as possible and we took our time doing it. No rush at all.

Really, removing the oem body mount bolts, raising the body (one side at a time), installing the new pucks and longer bolts was really quite easy. What took time was actually accessing the oem bolts. I installed a layer of sound deadening material in my 4Runner a while back, so after pulling back the carpet, I still had to tear into the sound deadening material. It was not a big deal, but it just made the time getting to each bolt a tad longer. Also, removing the front bumper, installing the pucks and then remounting it took a little bit more time too.

Brian tackled the steering extension. Being that I purchased this 4Runner in NY, you can imagine how hard it was to free the steering rod and install the new extension.

Unusual tools, not really. However, I simply don't have that many tools, so it would have been impossible for me to do it by myself. Had I had them, yes I could have done it.

All in all, it was a good day of fun.



That's just me being anal and taking it to the next level . The gap created by most body lifts is one thing that I absolutely hate about BLs. Any time I can cover a gap up, I'll do it.

By no means are these liners needed, I just like how they cover the gaps. I paid around $30-$40 for the liners, clips and undercoating spray. For only that much, I figured why not do it.

Gotta have the sleeper look .



Yeah, I was a bit worried about it too, but the TJM adjusts up more than I originally had it mounted. Therefore, the gap is minimal at best now.

As far as a lift goes, yes, I am running one. The SS 7.1 Lift kit to be exact. I'm also running 265/75 Nittos too. For more information on my setup, click on the 'My 4Runner Profile' link below in my sig.

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thats all? my next question.. how do you do a body lift? lol any write ups on it?

 

The BL itself was a $100 I think. Install was between $100 - $150. Again, it's best to check w/ Brian @ WabFab on prices.

Nope, none at all. All in good standing.

At first I was dealing w/ the gaps, but now I don't even notice them. I say go for it!

 

with a body lift, doesnt this lower your gear shift (auto and manual) on the inside of the truck? i dont know squat about a body lift. (like you didnt notice lol)

 

I noticed no ill affects on mine. However, anything over 1 inch, you'll have to install shifter extensions.

Someone correct me if I'm wrong.

 

do they make 1/2 inc body lift kits? lol

 

I demand you stop with the mods Rock! You're killin me, and my wallet! Ditto with the others, looks awesome man, good job!

 

That I don't know. It's either not enough lift for companies to even bother cutting pucks that small or else 1/2 inch is too thin to run a puck w/o it breaking. That's a question for the guys that sell them.


My wife says the same thing .

Thanks!

 

I needed one for the t-case shifter after the 1.5" BL. Sonoran Steel Steve had me go through Marlin Crawler and get the Short Throw Shifter Modification. Has worked like a champ since then.

 

yes, they make 1/2" body lifts. www.4crawler.com has all the info you'll ever want.

 

really nice, you should put some bigger meats on there now

 

seriously, where's the "sexy" emoticon?

 

Your truck looks outstanding!

I would love to see how that bumper would look color-matched...

 

Be patient my young padawan, they will come in due time



Thanks.

I once considered color matching my TJM to the color of my 4Runner, but I've since changed my mind. I instead like the contrast of black bumper on a silver truck. Plus the upkeep of an unpainted bumper is much easier than that of one painted.

However, if you want to see what one looks like color matched, check out Blake's 4Runner on UY: Click Me

 

Looks great! The liners are a great idea. Good work

 

link for the gap covers??

 

Huh? Not sure what you're saying. Are you wanting a link to them? I just bought them and the clips at the dealer.

 

SEXY.

..I have 2in and no shifter extension. IDK for sure though haven't noticed all year.

 

Looks good i just ordered one. Im stock now w 265, but any way, Are those toyota part numbers on the fender liners and clips. Thanks..... Damn if i read al the post two on top of me , you got them at the dealer thanks

 

Thanks.

Yep, those are the parts w/ part #s from the dealer.