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New Runner in Chicago

Discussion in 'New Member Introductions' started by RicO’Shay, Dec 4, 2022.

  1. Dec 4, 2022 at 6:09 PM
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    RicO’Shay

    RicO’Shay [OP] New Member

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    Hey all, new guy from Chicago..thanks for letting me in.

    I just purchased a 2008 SR5 with the V8 in brilliant silver. It (she) has leather, updated Limited Stereo and full time AWD. Frame looked pretty good, 179k on the clock and I’m 3rd owner. She’s got a couple bruises but fluids looked clean.

    The good: Has some upgraded goodies (as you can see in the pic), upgraded long tube headers (no manifold issues), new timing kit, new OE fuel pump and new windshield to boot.

    the bad: sunroof doesn’t work (fuse maybe)? and interior maps don’t turn on when doors open. Needs a new driver seat (pretty beat) but I think what I paid was a pretty good deal especially in this market::$8500. Will be looking for advice from some of you as I’ve been lurking for a bit..

    First mod advice?? I have about $3k to work with off the bat.

    Replace the seat? Cover it?

    Thinking small lift (2”? Perhaps) and new tires with KO2? Or? Want to give a little more aggressive stance.

    This will be a daily, not looking to really take her off-road.

    Thanks all!

    D4EE4557-6AD8-4774-A4F3-42ED7B8CF7C6.jpg
     
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  2. Dec 4, 2022 at 8:12 PM
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    SlvrSlug

    SlvrSlug Slightly bent.

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    Welcome.
     
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  3. Dec 4, 2022 at 8:33 PM
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    Pentangler

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  4. Dec 5, 2022 at 2:10 AM
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    Toy4X4

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    Welcome from Wisconsin!
     
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  5. Dec 5, 2022 at 2:54 AM
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    Steely123

    Steely123 What's the new trend? I'll do it!

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    Welcome from Arizona!
     
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    JET4

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    welcome
     
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  8. Dec 5, 2022 at 10:22 AM
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    RumHamRunner73

    RumHamRunner73 Dead on with a zero

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  9. Dec 5, 2022 at 11:17 AM
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    Dabigono

    Dabigono Just Joined

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  10. Dec 6, 2022 at 6:59 AM
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    RicO’Shay

    RicO’Shay [OP] New Member

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    Thanks everyone - looking forward to being part of the community and getting some ideas from your builds!
     
  11. Dec 6, 2022 at 12:26 PM
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    mac1usa

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    Super sharp--wish I would have purchased one with a V8; if i could find a low mileage one like that I would. Best wishes
     
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  12. Dec 6, 2022 at 12:44 PM
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    UofLCardfan77

    UofLCardfan77 Large Member

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    Welcome from the center of the bourbon universe.
    Definitely recover/replace the seat, get the lights and roof fixed. After that spend the money on what makes you happy.
     
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  13. Dec 7, 2022 at 8:48 AM
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    RicO’Shay

    RicO’Shay [OP] New Member

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    Took a while to find the right one - was looking at a Gen5 with the same mileage but the V8 history won me over.
     
  14. Dec 7, 2022 at 11:27 AM
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    Foothills

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    Welcome. Like the upgraded wheels.
     
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  15. Dec 7, 2022 at 2:17 PM
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    RicO’Shay

    RicO’Shay [OP] New Member

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    I need to find a place to get the seat from in the same color- I need the whole thing unfortunately
     

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