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The light shocks are the 60046 / 60048 set (F&R, respectively), while the heavy shocks are the 60047 / 60049 set. I spoke with ARB tech support a couple of years ago, and they confirmed the only difference between the two sets are the 46/48 have lighter valving. I hope this helps!

I picked up an original 37k mile '05 in June and built it up over a couple of months. I finally got it out for a good outing over Labor Day weekend and was thrilled with how it performed!

I ran the E-rated AT-KO2 in 265/75-16 on my Tacoma without any issues. I also ran a C-rated Toyo Open Country AT2 in that size; it was one of the only C rated tires I could find in 265/75-16. The truck was stock other than the one size taller than stock tire (stock was 265/70-16). I preferred...

Congrats on getting all the way to, through, and back from, the Rubicon in the same truck! Sounds like an awesome experience!

That's a drop-bracket lift. Basically, the front crossmember is removed and the entire thing is spaced down, along with the front differential and lower control arms. I'm not familiar enough with the 1st gen IFS to know whether the crossmember had to be cut out to install the lift. And yes...

Glad to hear you're okay, sorry to hear about the truck. It sounds like you may be able to salvage it?

I recently had C5-7 fused, and my Tacoma isn't any less comfortable for me now than it was when I bought it new back in '09. In addition to this truck, I've also owned an '06 4Runner and a '17 4Runner. The 4Runners are nice, and IMO the back seats are more comfortable than the Tacomas. While...

Love your restomod build! As a kid, the S10/S15 Blazers were my favorite vehicles. And then when I was in my early 20s, I bought an '83 with the 2.8. That engine quickly ruined my favor for them... I think your 3.4 swap was necessary, and I agree it should help keep some of the charm. I...

I can't give you any advice with regard to direct experience, but if the OEM clutch lasted > 225k miles, why look anywhere else for a replacement?

How many miles?

The more I think about it, the more possibilities I see in this thing. If a possible production model ticks all of the following boxes, they may have my attention. 1. Low range 2. Less flashy trim options 3. Peppy power train (turbo 4cyl would be good at altitude) 4. Good fuel mileage (>25mpg)...

Guess I called that one.

My guess is it will be the equivalent of an AWD Scion Xb, designed to compete with the Jeep Renegade.

Looks great, congrats!