rickashay
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Sorry for not replying sooner, I dont check this forum as much as others....
The smaller black flares were an option for the SR5 4Runners from 96-98 I believe. The larger flares come only on the Limited models from 96-02 and also on the Sport models from 99-02.
Thanks for the compliments!
My goal was to keep it driveable, decently capable, AND reliable as it is my DD and I go to University. I didnt want to be constantly breaking stuff cause I can't afford to dump loads and loads of money into all the time. That is my reasoning for going with a 265/75 tire as it fits well, gets better mileage than a 285, and I dont have to re-gear. I went with a lower lift (2" front and 3" rear) only to add weight capacity for camping trips etc. I would have left the suspension stock but it just can't hold a load of more than 200lbs in the back without sagging like crazy. (mind you I was on original factory suspension...) I have now wheeled and camped with the truck in it's current state a number of times. It has proven VERY capable and pretty reliable. I have found myself wanting a larger tire for more clearance on a few occasions but I just cant justify the bump in tire size at this point in time. The factory rear bumper has decent departure angle if you dont have a hitch, so Im in no rush to get a new rear bumper.
Oh, and I just pulled the front and rear sway bars off. Wow, what a difference! lol both good and bad. The suspension feels way more "free" offroad and definitely articulates better. On the other end of the spectrum, it definitley has WAY MORE body roll driving around on the highway etc. I just have to realize it's not a race car and slow down. When I can afford it, I will probably be putting the rear sway bar back on and adding some quick disconnects.
My next mods will be:
1)New front tube bumper - I want to keep the weight down and get more approach angle.
2)Tundra 199mm front brake upgrade - I already have the calipers I scored off a totalled Tundra. I just need to rebuild them as they need new piston seals. The stock brakes work fine everyday but once you have some weight in the truck and you are offroading/doing steep descents, they fade quick and really are insufficient!
The smaller black flares were an option for the SR5 4Runners from 96-98 I believe. The larger flares come only on the Limited models from 96-02 and also on the Sport models from 99-02.
Thanks for the compliments!
My goal was to keep it driveable, decently capable, AND reliable as it is my DD and I go to University. I didnt want to be constantly breaking stuff cause I can't afford to dump loads and loads of money into all the time. That is my reasoning for going with a 265/75 tire as it fits well, gets better mileage than a 285, and I dont have to re-gear. I went with a lower lift (2" front and 3" rear) only to add weight capacity for camping trips etc. I would have left the suspension stock but it just can't hold a load of more than 200lbs in the back without sagging like crazy. (mind you I was on original factory suspension...) I have now wheeled and camped with the truck in it's current state a number of times. It has proven VERY capable and pretty reliable. I have found myself wanting a larger tire for more clearance on a few occasions but I just cant justify the bump in tire size at this point in time. The factory rear bumper has decent departure angle if you dont have a hitch, so Im in no rush to get a new rear bumper.
Oh, and I just pulled the front and rear sway bars off. Wow, what a difference! lol both good and bad. The suspension feels way more "free" offroad and definitely articulates better. On the other end of the spectrum, it definitley has WAY MORE body roll driving around on the highway etc. I just have to realize it's not a race car and slow down. When I can afford it, I will probably be putting the rear sway bar back on and adding some quick disconnects.
My next mods will be:
1)New front tube bumper - I want to keep the weight down and get more approach angle.
2)Tundra 199mm front brake upgrade - I already have the calipers I scored off a totalled Tundra. I just need to rebuild them as they need new piston seals. The stock brakes work fine everyday but once you have some weight in the truck and you are offroading/doing steep descents, they fade quick and really are insufficient!
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