Applejack's 3rd Gen 4runner Build

[daverami]

Darn, things are never easy or straightforward anymore are they.

Hope it works out ok. That Runner looks great.

Seems as if others have had similar problems. I also did with my 87 Runner. Got it worked out and I kick myself all the time for not keeping that rig, it was great.

 

[tacollie]

If its tight, no rattles, drives straight you should be alright.

 

[jeepmedic46]

The forerunner does look good, Hopefully you get everything all straightened out Looking foreward to seeing the rest of the build..

 

[Cackalak Han]

I would never buy a vehicle without at least seeing a copy of the title. Hope it all works out for you.

 

[Applejack]

The resolution is this: Looking for a different 4Runner........one with a clean title. Accidents don't bother me so much but a dinged title does.

 

[RJ40]

If you wouldn't mind, how did you find that truck? I'm in the hunt for one too, and want to avoid that route if possible! Maybe school me a bit please..

Thanks!

 

[Cackalak Han]

What's your price range? And are you open to 4th Gen 4Runners? 01-04 4dr Tacomas?

Just a couple from my area:

http://www.ksl.com/index.php?sid=&nid=443&tab=list/view&ad=1875178

http://www.ksl.com/index.php?sid=&nid=443&tab=list/view&ad=1884680

 

[RusM]

Here's a couple:

http://seattle.craigslist.org/tac/cto/1519181586.html
http://seattle.craigslist.org/skc/cto/1512257289.html
http://spokane.craigslist.org/cto/1520243412.html
http://spokane.craigslist.org/cto/1519648140.html
http://spokane.craigslist.org/cto/1491024205.html

 

[Applejack]

If you wouldn't mind, how did you find that truck? I'm in the hunt for one too, and want to avoid that route if possible! Maybe school me a bit please..

Thanks!

I found it on craigslist, but the problem was just me not being as knowledgeable as I thought I was. I never wanted to do this but from now on I'll pay a dealer or mechanic $100 to check it out.

 

[Applejack]

What's your price range? And are you open to 4th Gen 4Runners? 01-04 4dr Tacomas?

Just a couple from my area:

http://www.ksl.com/index.php?sid=&nid=443&tab=list/view&ad=1875178

http://www.ksl.com/index.php?sid=&nid=443&tab=list/view&ad=1884680

I've decided to look at Taco's too. D/C's are best but...........

What I really wanted was leather and the rear diff lock. Leather just cleans up better, but it's not a necessity. The rear diff lock is.

I did not want to spend over $13,500. I'm done with payments.

 

[Overland Hadley]

What I really wanted was leather and the rear diff lock. Leather just cleans up better, but it's not a necessity.

You could get a good set of seat covers, Wet Okole's look factory.

 

[Cackalak Han]

I've decided to look at Taco's too. D/C's are best but...........

What I really wanted was leather and the rear diff lock. Leather just cleans up better, but it's not a necessity. The rear diff lock is.

I did not want to spend over $13,500. I'm done with payments.

What I want to do is rig up some 4th Gen 4Runner Limited, Landcruiser, Sequoia leather seats in my Tacoma. I'm not too fond of the stock seats, either.

 

[Joe's Toy]

Hey AppleJack I'm sorry to hear about your troubles. I've fallowed/fallen in love with your truck through all the forums. (That kinda sounded "stalker-ish") If it means anything coming from a stalker.. getting rid of that payment is one of the best things you could do for your family. I just bought a 88 4runner and some people scoffed at me but there's nothing like not paying for it every month. Onward and upward!

 

[Applejack]

Hey AppleJack I'm sorry to hear about your troubles. I've fallowed/fallen in love with your truck through all the forums. (That kinda sounded "stalker-ish") If it means anything coming from a stalker.. getting rid of that payment is one of the best things you could do for your family. I just bought a 88 4runner and some people scoffed at me but there's nothing like not paying for it every month. Onward and upward!

Thanks for the compliment. I really do appreciate it. I do and will miss my truck.
The PO actually came and picked the 4runner up today and paid me my money (lift and tires) and the bank has cut me a check as well.
And the very best news of all is.....I found another 4runner!!:wings:
This one is super clean too. A '99 Limited 111k the timing belt/water pump was done at 94k the only down side is it has some 18 inch bling on it with street tires. I pick it up tomorrow and will see what some tire shop will give me for trade in on those.

 

[Overland Hadley]

the only down side is it has some 18 inch bling on it with street tires. I pick it up tomorrow and will see what some tire shop will give me for trade in on those.

You have to post a "before" photo with the bling. Makes the "after" that much better.