3rd Gen 4Runner

[SOAZ]

Are any of you running power inverters? If so, what wattage are you running? I'm thinking of having a couple of outlets in the rear so I can plug in my laptop and whatever else I might want to power.

I wired one up a while back. Its nice to have. Check out the early pages of my blog. I believe its an 800watt with a higher peak output. One thing I've learned with inverters. Get a nice one with less watts. The chinese ones will claim high watts, but won't handle it well. :26_7_2:

 

[CA-RJ]

I've been drooling over this bumper for a week now.

This is made by Armorology and looks really beefy. I've got the stock rear bumper and am looking for something that can take a hit and a place to mount my spare (that isn't up on the roof!!!).

I also just bought a set of black spare tire steel wheels to replace my current stock wheels. The idea was to be a little different and have a look more like the FJ Cruiser that has the black steel wheels. I picked up 4 from Transwheel for $50/ea. I'll post a picture of them after they all come in and get mounted.

I'm also working on getting a dual band ham radio. My dad is a big "hammy" and has been advising me on what I should look for. He's sending me one of his hand helds so I can play (not transmitting of course!). I'm looking for something that will fit below my cd player in the dash.

 

[Overland Hadley]

IMO Armorology is making some of the nicest bumpers. But you have to leave your truck with them, in Colorado Springs I think, as they do not ship.


Thanks for the Transwheel.com link. Wish I had known about them when I was looking for another OEM wheel. I passed the link on to TacoDoc, who I think, is still looking for another OEM wheel as well.

 

[neliconcept]

IMO Armorology is making some of the nicest bumpers. But you have to leave your truck with them, in Colorado Springs I think, as they do not ship.


Thanks for the Transwheel.com link. Wish I had known about them when I was looking for another OEM wheel. I passed the link on to TacoDoc, who I think, is still looking for another OEM wheel as well.

yup, they are in COsprings and you have to leave it with Jed (the fabricator
)

2 weeks time. but its worth it.

 

[CA-RJ]

Yeah, I just got a quote for the bumper. Let's just say it's too rich for my blood.

 

[4RunAmok]

Do they do it without the tire carrier?

How much would that be?

 

[CA-RJ]

They do, but even if it's $500 or so less it's still over $1000. One of the main reasons I wanted a new rear bumper is for the tire mount. I'll continue the search to see if I can get one made for less.

 

[SOAZ]

They do, but even if it's $500 or so less it's still over $1000. One of the main reasons I wanted a new rear bumper is for the tire mount. I'll continue the search to see if I can get one made for less.

an irbis rear bumper was just for sale on yotatech.com with tire holder. $650! Hellova deal. I passed on it because I couldn't afford it. Its now sold. It was just an amazing deal though!!

 

[SixLug]

I wanna see this with the steelies on it!

 

[CA-RJ]

I wanna see this with the steelies on it!

Unfortunately, the wheels did not come. I called Transwheel last week to find out what happened to my order. They said they had no record of the order. In a way, I'm glad it happened because I was starting to get cold feet about it. I'm now seriously thinking about getting a set of Outback TX-1 wheels instead.

 

[Cackalak Han]

Ok, those TX-1's are nice, but not $800+ nice. I checked out the 16x8 and they were $220/rim (not including tax or shipping). That is crazy expensive. Why don't you get a set of LC/LX wheels instead?

 

[neliconcept]

Ok, those TX-1's are nice, but not $800+ nice. I checked out the 16x8 and they were $220/rim (not including tax or shipping). That is crazy expensive. Why don't you get a set of LC/LX wheels instead?

yeah id rather spend money on some rock monster wheels that have internal beadlocks.

 

[CA-RJ]

Ok, those TX-1's are nice, but not $800+ nice. I checked out the 16x8 and they were $220/rim (not including tax or shipping). That is crazy expensive. Why don't you get a set of LC/LX wheels instead?

Because I can't find any! I haven't placed my order yet and am still considering my options.

 

[Cackalak Han]

There are a ton of aftermarket wheels to choose from that's well below $800. American Racing AR-23 comes to mind. ~$120/rim, IIRC, or cheaper now. (16x8, 4.5 BS.)

But look for LC/LX wheels (ih8mud, ebay, craigslist, etc.). They can be found.

Anyway, it's your money, so get the TX-1's, if you like. They do look good.

 

[CA-RJ]

I found a set of refinished Land Cruiser charcoal wheels for $130 each. They'll be here in 2 days!