WarnerD9
Builder
The KDSS is disappearing on my rig. It's great if you plan on keeping the stock suspension. I am still running the front KDSS sway bar but I ditched the rear sway bar a while ago.
WarnerD9 's 2011 4Runner TE build thread
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The KDSS is disappearing on my rig. It's great if you plan on keeping the stock suspension. I am still running the front KDSS sway bar but I ditched the rear sway bar a while ago.
chmura
Adventurer
mvbeggs
Adventurer
Weight and mileage
Curious, what is the total weight of your rig? What kind of gas mileage are you seeing? With the aux tank, how much fuel do you carry on board and what is your highway range?
Noticed you're going to 4.56 gearing, not enough power or are you cruising at too low an RPM due to the larger tires?
Great build.
Curious, what is the total weight of your rig? What kind of gas mileage are you seeing? With the aux tank, how much fuel do you carry on board and what is your highway range?
Noticed you're going to 4.56 gearing, not enough power or are you cruising at too low an RPM due to the larger tires?
Great build.
WarnerD9
Builder
I haven't officially weighed it but here are some rough numbers. Front bumper 137lbs, skids 250lbs, winch 87lbs, roof rack 70lbs, aux fuel (6lbs/gal x 18gal = 108lbs + tank, skid, and mount 40lbs) 148lbs, rear bumper 150lbs, so throw in the lights, wiring, fridge, and awning and it's about 900-950lbs bring the estimated total to approximately 5,750lbs leaving 550 lbs for passengers and cargo. Keep in mind that the suspension and tire capacities have also increased, that is not to say that I have completely and thoroughly raised the rated GVWR, but I have taken compensating measures that are most directly impacted.
Mileage overall is about 13-16 depending on conditions. I can now carry 41 usable gallons without stopping so say 14 x 41 = 574. I haven't been able to formally test yet so that is just an estimate.
Regarding the 4:56's, all of the above. Fast low range, poor power around town and big climbs, shift points seem sluggish.
Good questions.
WarnerD9
Builder
We were able to meet up with and host Jan and Mona while they were on their two year expedition crossing the US, Canada, Alaska, down to Tierra Del Fuego journey. (See their website www.panamericana2013.de) I was pretty jealous of their diesel 100 series.
SSF556
SE Expedition Society
You also need to add in the extra weight for tires and wheels...nice looking rig
Okki
Observer
Lots of lurkers here from T4R .....
Are you going to be at the Overland Expo in May by chance? or in Moab the week after? the Mrs and I will be there for our major road trip next year (2014). Would love to see your rig in person.Okki
chmura
Adventurer
Lots of lurkers here from T4R .....
Okki
That is exactly what I did this year. Attended the Overland Expo and after the Expo I caravaned with another Expo member on here and spent 5 days in Moab/Canyonlands.
Would like to do that again if I can get another rig to join!
WarnerD9
Builder
We may try to make it to the expo, although we would probably bring our Sportsmobile if we went. It would probably be best for us to meet you in Moab. I know the are pretty well and I've got maps for where my knowledge is lacking. Let me know if you'd want to meet at Mecca (Moab).
Box Rocket
Well-known member
Spotted your truck last week (I think) at Mark Miller Toyota downtown. I'm with everyone else, great looking 4Runner and looks like it works great too!
Okki
Observer
Still trying to figure out the final schedule, but the Expo has been booked... Not sure which one is more exciting.. your 4Runner or Sportsmobile! You have way to many cool toys! Either way I'll keep you posted.
Okki
WarnerD9
Builder
Got the factory backup cam mounted and working.
The perspective is less than perfect since you can't see the bumper or corners, but it's better than nothing. I'll make a cone to get the right angle and help set the spare when putting it back on and taking it off. Where there's a will there's a way.
The perspective is less than perfect since you can't see the bumper or corners, but it's better than nothing. I'll make a cone to get the right angle and help set the spare when putting it back on and taking it off. Where there's a will there's a way.
