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Old Aug 15, 2009 | 01:45 PM
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Got meh new tires on!

So, when I got this thing, it had almost brand new p225/75s on it. Ugh.

After fixing all the important mechanical stuff, it was time for new tires! Got 33x10.5s BFG MT KM2s off of onlinetires.com for right at $160 each, shipped. $90 something bucks for the local tire place to put 'em on and balance 'em, and I'm most pleased!

Before (with wheel trim already removed, running boards rattlecan bedliner'd black):



After, running boards removed:


I replaced the rear coils with Moogs, which fixed the ass sag, but I've got a tool box, a couple dozen gallons of water (camping trip), firewood, some random gear, AND the four old tires in the back, plus a full tank of gas, so it looks saggy in the pic.

Next come bumpers, possibly sliders, and a locker, but that kind of $$ is a bit down the line.
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Old Aug 15, 2009 | 04:40 PM
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time for gears!!!!

Looks muuuch better
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Old Aug 15, 2009 | 04:43 PM
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Its got 4.88s stock, and I'm not sure upping to 5.29s is worth it for me.
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Old Aug 15, 2009 | 04:45 PM
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nice
u really knew what would make your 4runner look better
those tires look like they would last you more than those other little ones
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Old Aug 15, 2009 | 04:47 PM
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If you have an automatic then the 4.88's were ment for 31" tires or smaller.

5.29's would be an amazing difference
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Old Aug 15, 2009 | 04:57 PM
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Hmm, I haven't been too disapointed so far. Not sure swapping gears is something I'd be comfortable with.... Replacing CV joints and rear coils are about the most complicated things I'm equipped for.
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Old Aug 15, 2009 | 04:59 PM
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does your 4runner still run as fast?
because if it does there's no need to change gears
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Old Aug 15, 2009 | 05:04 PM
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It never was fast, that's for sure. But while there is a very slight decrease that I've noticed, but I'd say it's maybe 5%. I'm plesantly surprised, I was expecting a much larger drop in oomph.
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Old Aug 15, 2009 | 05:07 PM
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ohhh i see
is your engine a 3.4?
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Old Aug 15, 2009 | 05:08 PM
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Nope, 3.slow. It's a 95.
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Old Aug 15, 2009 | 05:10 PM
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thats not bad
i got the same engine in my 85 4runner
its not that slow its actually pretty good on the speed
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Old Aug 15, 2009 | 05:12 PM
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Well, the other car I drive is my GF's '05 Tahoe, and compared to it, the Runner has always been a pig.
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Old Aug 15, 2009 | 05:13 PM
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well compare it like that
then yes
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Old Aug 15, 2009 | 05:23 PM
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Look good. I've been looking for some KM2s myself and will try that website.

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Old Aug 15, 2009 | 05:24 PM
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Just a hint, call the order in, don't use the online order form. Guy's name I think is Joshua, he's very helpful and quick. Shipping took 2 days from California to Texas.
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Old Aug 15, 2009 | 05:33 PM
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I'm looking for 31" KM2s and their prices are $30 cheaper than any I've found. See if they actually "have" any in stock.

Post up your experience on the new thread I created in the tire and wheel section.

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