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Build finally complete (for now)

Discussion in '5th Gen 4Runners (2010-2024)' started by morfdq, Mar 25, 2023.

  1. Mar 25, 2023 at 11:55 AM
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    morfdq

    morfdq [OP] New Member

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    Bought it in May 2022 and can actually say I’m done for now.

    Sherpa Crestone Roof Rack
    Rago Fabrication Exterior Molle Panels
    Rago Fabrication Interior Molle Panels
    Eibach Pro 2 Coil Overs 2.75 lift front 1.0 rear
    Toyo AT3 285/70/17
    Diode Dynamics Fog Lights ran to their own switch
    4 LasFit Pod lights
    42 in Led bar
    Tint 5% Ceramic all around.

    Now our next trip is to Texas in May for the Toyota Jamboree. I keep her clean but she ain’t no driveway princess. Me and the wife love going off roading out west. Not afraid to get her dirty to have some fun. Just finished a 7k round trip off roading adventure out west in Idaho Arizona Colorado and Utah.

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  2. Mar 25, 2023 at 12:02 PM
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    Rough Country 3" Lift N3 Struts/Shocks Mickey Thompson Baja Blast A/T 285/70r/17 SPC Adjustable UPCs Prinsu Full Length Roof Rack & Ladder Cali Raised 43" Prinsu Light Bar Kit w/ Dual Function Amber/White 4Runner Lifestyle Raptor Lights 4Runner Lifestyle LED Fang Lights (Amber) Cali Raised Step Edition Bolt-On Rock Sliders w/Kickout and Plate
    Great build!
     
  3. Mar 25, 2023 at 12:11 PM
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    It is never done, 4Runners and Fj's are money pits. Every time I think it's done, I find more things to add or redo. BTW, good build so far.
     
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  4. Mar 25, 2023 at 1:07 PM
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    morfdq

    morfdq [OP] New Member

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    I know. I just told my wife that because she saw the credit card bill. Especially when we head to Texas and there will be vendors there. I know I’m leaving with something. Thank you
     
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  5. Mar 25, 2023 at 1:09 PM
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    Thank you. Appreciate it.
     
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  6. Mar 26, 2023 at 6:38 AM
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    I love it! And yes, "complete" is a moving target when it comes to 4Runners. :D
     
  7. Mar 26, 2023 at 8:42 AM
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    How much did it cost for the --> Eibach Pro 2 Coil Overs 2.75 lift front 1.0 rear ? Did you install? I would have to pay for it to be installed. I just do not have the time to do something like that on my own.
    Do you like the difference on how it drives on the pavement over stock? Is it a large difference?
     
  8. Mar 26, 2023 at 8:56 AM
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    So the coil overs pro 2 were 1,300. I bought directly from Eibach. The installation was 795. So total all in is about 2,100. I researched and watched hours and hours of YouTube videos. My conclusion was Eibach. That’s no disrespect to owners who have Icon or Fox. Again for me the choice was Eibach. It absolutely drives so nice. I love it. Absolutely love it. I bought directly from Eibach because there are so many counterfeit parts out there. Eibach pro 2 come pre assembled and they literally bolt right on. I don’t know if 800 for install is fair or not but I do know the place I always take my vehicles had solid mechanics. I’m not letting some 19 year old touch my car. The mechanic who did mine only does suspension work. Also. I called Eibach. Super cool guys who will help you and answer any questions. Tanner is the guy I spoke to and he actually had a 4 Runner
     
  9. Mar 26, 2023 at 10:58 AM
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    Thanks for taking the time to respond. Your 4Runner is looking great!
    I have noticed several owners going with Eibach and a local 4x4 shop that I trust recommended it as well.
    My wife and I do not like the drastic front nose dive that happens when normal braking with the OEM setup and have been told this set up will stop that. We wont be doing hard core off road driving with this 4Runner because I have a 1985 Land Cruiser FJ60 for that.
     
  10. Mar 26, 2023 at 2:53 PM
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    My pleasure. I’ve learned so much from people on this site. Yeah that’s a great point about the nose dive when braking. I hated that as well. That was one of the first things I tested with the Eibachs and it is completely gone. When I brake now no nose dive at all. Like I said about calling Eibach they’re a wealth of information. Also here is a tip for you. Tell them you’re torn between theirs and fox. I asked if they could give me any discount and they gave me 10% off. That was a 130 discount just for asking. Cheers!
     
  11. Mar 27, 2023 at 6:16 AM
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    Ceramic tint (all glass), Toyo AT3s 285/70 C load, Eibach Pro Truck Stage 2 suspension, Ironman UCA, Cartrimhome TRD skid plate, RCI skids (rear diff, transmission, filler plate, catalytic anti theft), SwitchPro 9100 & MT Plate, Caliraised ditch lights & brackets, Caliraised molle panels, Sherpa roof rack, Westcott ladder, Weathertech window visors, Meso & LED interior bulbs, black badging, Weathertech mats, Husky cargo liner, Canvasback rear seat backing, Smittybilt 2781, Morrflate Quad, ARB Diff Breather, Ultimate9, TRD Pro rims, GTR Carbide headlights, DIY Knight Rider light strip.
    Looks great, close to the choices I’ve made (but yet to install). Regarding the external molle panels, curious as to why Rago vs Sherpa’s? I ended up with the Sherpa’s on my Black Friday order due to some added savings.
     
  12. Mar 27, 2023 at 8:09 AM
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    Excellent question. The only answer I can give is I didn’t know Sherpa made them. I saw the Rago and thought they pioneered them. Clearly there are several out there. I do have to say that I’m very impressed with Rago quality. I’m sure the Sherpa quality is equally as good
     

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