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Old Jul 1, 2008 | 08:00 PM
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Now, the install instructions on all of the typical rear kits tell you to move the rear spring hanger forward of the stock position 6". Well, when you do this with the 5" springs, it actually pushes the axle back to far and it will rub severely at the rear of the wheel well. So, I decided to move it forward 7". The shackle hanger still went back 2-3/4" as well, and the shackle angle is perfect as well as the placement of the axle.

I am glad I hit your thread again. Getting ready to do the 5" rears on my '81 Trekker and am glad for the heads up on the front mount.

Those new bumpers are looking awesome.
Nice work as always.
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Old Jul 1, 2008 | 08:13 PM
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I am glad I hit your thread again. Getting ready to do the 5" rears on my '81 Trekker and am glad for the heads up on the front mount.

Those new bumpers are looking awesome.
Nice work as always.
The 5's could even go further forward on a pickup.
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Old Jul 1, 2008 | 09:02 PM
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i really like this thread!! LOVE the picts, they are very clear and will be helpful with sas on friends 94.
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Sweetness! It gets kinda easy after a few doesnt it?
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Old Jul 2, 2008 | 01:34 PM
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Body lift is off. Winch bumper is on and I am much happier with ride height too.







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Old Jul 2, 2008 | 01:44 PM
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How much would you sell that thing for?
PM me.

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Old Jul 2, 2008 | 01:51 PM
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How much would you sell that thing for?
PM me.

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Buy your 3rd gen 4runner back and we'll trade.
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Old Jul 2, 2008 | 02:09 PM
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Scotty,

That thing is REALLY nice! Good work on it, I am definitely going to get one of those front bumpers from you. Keep up the good work, man!
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Old Jul 2, 2008 | 02:30 PM
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Buy your 3rd gen 4runner back and we'll trade.


If only it were that easy.

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Old Jul 2, 2008 | 02:36 PM
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Very sweet. Looks much better with the body lift off.
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Old Jul 2, 2008 | 08:30 PM
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Originally Posted by ScottyC
The 5's could even go further forward on a pickup.
Trekker's were basically a 4Runner prototype so with the weight of the Top on the back I don't want it to go too far forward.
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Old Jul 3, 2008 | 05:38 AM
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Originally Posted by ocdropzone
Trekker's were basically a 4Runner prototype so with the weight of the Top on the back I don't want it to go too far forward.
That is true. But 1st gens were also a little lighter overall. Still I think moving it forward 1" would work fine.
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Old Jul 9, 2008 | 08:03 PM
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Went wheeling for the first time in a well over a year today. Forgot a camera, but Dan was behind me and caught a couple for proof.



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Old Jul 10, 2008 | 05:16 AM
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I love that 1st gen man - that is what I want.
One of these days...

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Old Jul 10, 2008 | 05:27 AM
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I love that 1st gen man - that is what I want.
One of these days...

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Thanks bro. I really liked your 3rd gen................
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Old Jul 10, 2008 | 05:39 AM
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Thanks man, I put a lot of blood, sweat and tears into that rig.

So far, I have just put money into my Tacoma.

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Old Jul 15, 2008 | 07:12 AM
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Went camping last weekend. Two trips in one week. Woohoo!









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Old Jul 15, 2008 | 07:56 AM
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Scotty,
those 1st gens look great, love the bumpers! Do you ship, and how much for one shipped to 96002?
Thanks, and good work
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Old Jul 15, 2008 | 07:58 AM
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Scotty,
those 1st gens look great, love the bumpers! Do you ship, and how much for one shipped to 96002?
Thanks, and good work
$448 shipped to your door.
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Old Jul 15, 2008 | 04:12 PM
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$448 shipped to your door.
So, I got bored today and started fabbing. After my last camping trip, I decided that I need more room for gear so my dogs can go too. Not to mention I have an upcoming Rubicon trip coming. So:

I had a bunch of .090 wall square tubing lying around. Perfect for a small camping trailer. I also had some spare rear springs, and even a spare 84 axle. So, I got the frame, spring hangers, and spring mounted today. I'll get the axle under it tomorrow, build the hitch setup, and tongue tomorrow. Then I just need to grab some 1/8" sheet to build the rest.

The main frame measures 48"x36".



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