Here's Every Dollar I Spent On My Lifted 4runner:
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- Опубліковано 10 лип 2024
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Here's Every Dollar I Spent On My Lifted 4runner:// I've been getting a lot of messages and comments asking how much the mods on my 4runner cost, so I thought I'd make a video breaking everything down. I converted all of the prices to USD based on the current exchange rate, not the one from the time I purchased them. I also didn't include the cost of labor, taxes, or shipping because that will be different for everyone.
If for some reason you want to duplicate my exact 4runner, this is the recipe.
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Links to 4runner modifications:
Fox 2.0 adjustable front coilovers: bit.ly/3trRP3g
Fox 2.0 rear shocks: bit.ly/3vMpCXT
OME 895 rear springs: bit.ly/3IK29tV
Method Race Wheels: bit.ly/3sHVRFp
Goodyear Duratrac tires: bit.ly/3sLWjCR
MIC Tuning OEM style light bar buttons: amzn.to/3tvTi8S
Oznium LED Camping lights: amzn.to/3pETAsZ
Boslla color changing LED foglights: amzn.to/3sJX3bv
Pioneer DMH-2660NEX head unit: amzn.to/3sKfCMQ
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0:00 Introduction
1:01 2007 4runner
1:35 Fox 2.0 Coilovers
1:45 Fox 2.0 Rear Shocks
2:09 Old Man Emu 895 Springs
2:17 MetalTech Coil Conversion
2:45 Toyota Spring Isolators
3:27 Method Race Wheels
4:19 Goodyear Duratrac Tires
4:57 Lug Nuts
6:59 MIC Tuning Switches
8:47 Total Parts
9:25 Complete Cost - Авто та транспорт
2024 Cost Breakdown Update: ua-cam.com/video/1mfibylQD5k/v-deo.html
Seriously one of the sexiest 4runners I’ve seen. Making we wish I got the V8 😫
I have to 08 exact version of this 4 Runner and I love it. I will be a 4Runner owner for life. Yours looks great, keep up the good work!
I love your 4Runner! That color is sick, the mods are tasteful, and the videos are full of good info. Good job!
This is such an amazing vehicle. 99 percent of the population has no idea how good of a vehicle the 4th gen 4runner is, especially the 4.7 v8 and that drivetrain. It’s basically a land cruiser as it was built on the international land cruiser Prado platform. I want one very similar to this and similar builds, but I want an 09 as it was the last 4th gen year and they gave it a true rear locking differential, as opposed to the limited slip sensen locker in all previous years.
Thanks for translating that into US dollars for us Americans. You got a phenomenal deal on that truck! I live just north of colorado, and that truck in this area with the 4.7 and limited, and around only 100k miles, people would be asking $20 US dollars, and would probably get $18 for it. The demand here is crazy for Toyota 4x4s.
I’ve seen a lot of guys replace the stock headers with the Doug thorleys due to the stock headers cracking, but I thought that was mainly on the tundras as they were built in the us. I literally want to do the same thing, replace the headers but keep the quiet stock exhaust as I’m not a fan of loud exhausts. Did you notice any power increase or change in fuel economy with the headers? I read they are supposed to add around 15 hp?
This was a cool era for small V8 SUVs in general. 4runners, Grand Cherokees and even some Pathfinders were offered with V8s which was a pretty awesome recipe. Too bad the automakers have gone a different direction now :( I'm happy with the deal I got on mine but pricing is really weird on used 4runners. It really depends on your region. Up here where they use a ton of road salt, Toyota trucks don't hold their value as much because they're known to rust. Out west however, they might as well be made out of gold.
The manifolds crack on all the 4.7s - tundras, 4runners, gx470s, lx470s etc. The advertised gains from Doug Thorley can be a bit confusing. They claim +30 hp and +30 tq which is true, but not at the peak readings on the dyno graph. It's all in the mid range. Regular driveability feels more lively but adding these headers won't mean your 4runner will make 300hp. Hope that makes sense.
I've seen an improvement of 1-2mpg depending on conditions which basically cancels out the losses from the lift and heavy tires. Now my modded 4runner gets similar fuel economy to a stock one but with more power and capability. If you want to read more about the headers, I have a review of them here: bit.ly/2pRUOB8
Canadian Gearhead I read your review. That’s a great mid range improvement and I would say worth every penny. I bet the power curve sits slightly above stock right after idle and peaks where you mentioned between 3000-4000, and then tapers off toward the end of the rpm range? Up here in the mountains that power would be very beneficial for passing on the highway or cruising up a mountain pass.
Have you ever looked at the rotex supercharger for sale by URD for your truck? It’s specific for 06-09 4.7 4runners, and it’s a direct bolt on unit. They claim from their dyno testing gains of 150 hp and 150 lb/ft torque at the rear wheel, at just 6 psi! As far as I know they still sell it.
Edit: They still have it, but they changed their numbers a bit. They claim 100 RWHP and 100 RWTQ at 5.5 psi. It’s a rotex supercharger, $5785. Here’s a link
www.urdusa.com/urd-mk3-supercharger-kit-for-2005-2009-toyota-4runner-v8/
I'd love to supercharge mine, but it's pretty low on the list of things I'd want to spend that kind of money on haha. Maybe someday.
Doug thorley with a single flowmaster super 50 is audible but not loud
Mr. Cairo you may be right that’s it’s not a Land Cruiser, but Phillip is right that it’s built on the 120 (not 130) platform along with the Prado & GX.
This is a clean 4th gen!!! Great job on keeping it simple🤟
like how you exlain things in simple terms.I bought a 2007 for 13000 cdn in 2018.Love how it handles.
You are awesome and thank you!!! I just got an '04 V8 and have been doing research for a while now and found my inspiration here! Can’t wait to start “copping you” haha
If you want to copy my setup you can find links to everything right here: canadiangearhead.com/4runner-modifications/
Thanks for all your great informative videos. I just purchased a 2006 limited v8 so I these videos help me a lot. I live close by in Georgetown so I'm sure I will recognize your 4runner if I see it. It looks fantastic.
Just picked up our 2006 sport V8. Bilstein lift on the way, "33's" mounted and balanced and waiting. Love your channel and your comedic style!
Hey man just read your article one your website about growing a new youtube channel. Im 6 videos in and absolutely loving creating content, I've taken note on what you wrote and hopefully it steers me in the correct direction to growing my own channel. Keep it up man 👍
Nice rig man! 👍🏾 Us Americans appreciate the conversations 😂
Have only had mine a week, but have already started making improvements. Changed out bulbs in light housing. New WeatherTechs for the floor. Also got 5 265/70/17 Goodyear DuraTracs just like yours. Also ordered new remotes. Next will be ceramic coating - watching your vids for more tips and tricks.
Like your videos, very informative !
I have 2005 4Runner V8 SR5, i bout it 6 years ago with 107k miles, now i have 278k miles, never had a problems with my exhaust system till yesterday, my muffler got rusted and broke from rear pipe,
going to put new Gibson 618708 next week, the rest of my exhaust system still original.
I'm living in New Jersey.
Your. Ideas on the 4th gen 4Runner are the most informative
Good looking truck. 👍 I just got one and working on doing the same. Thank you for sharing.
Nice tasteful build, hope to join the 4runner club myself soon!
So in my case if I were to have a shop do everything it would be around $22k in total including the cost of the car. You get a V8 and it’s a 1/3 of the price for a trd pro. In Vegas they go for about $60k before taxes, etc. I see this as an absolute win!
Excellent build my friend! 👍🏼
Thanks for pricing this stuff out I just recently bought an 04 V6 SR5 and wanted to start modifying her myself so this helps a lot!!!
Glad to hear it helped!
Yeah just got an 05 and am in love I’m going to keep it stock until I dig up the money but would love to do this
Hey do you have an update of the mods you did and cost?
Great vid ty thanks for the ideas and cost of upgrades well done.
This is probably my favorite fourth gen 4runner that I’ve ever seen! Nice job! Couple questions for you if you have a moment:
1. What is your wheel offset?
2. What trimming did you do to fit those 285/70R17‘s on there, and do you have/could you make a video on it?
3. How much Lift are you sitting at right now? I noticed you don’t have aftermarket upper control arms.
I’m trying to help my sister get hers built up like this, but unfortunately, I’m in Alaska and she’s in Colorado, so right now we’re doing it all long-distance. We just got it lifted with BILSTEIN‘ S but we’re working on tire size for her next replacement. A video walking her through the trimming needed for that size of tire would be much appreciated! So even if she has somebody else do it, at least she knows what she’s looking for. Thanks again, and again, great looking rig!
I have a video on that already
I bought a bone stock 2005 model. After giving it nearly the same treatment you have minus the headers it is one of the best rides I have ever owned. I’ve owned a lot of hot rods And off road vehicles. It is stupid how good these fourth GEN four runner’s are made.
i love the painted grill, only the limited models got them. im trying to find a galactic grey one for mine, in my opinion it one of the best aesthetic upgrades. awesome truck
She looks good 👌 can't wait to finish mine, you're gonna be jealous. I own a 4.0 and a 4.7 limited and the limited is gonna be one of the cleanest ones around when I get to finish it. Wish I could've gone darker than silver but I live in Texas. Plus being a surf fisherman I gotta have a light colored truck being by the water for heat purposes. Gonna be making a lot of progress in the next year now that I'm almost done with maintenance. Buying partial ownership of a company soon and I know what I'm spending money on first 😂🤣
Great video, nice and straight to the point. Thanks a lot !
Appreciate it man, thanks for watching
Great looking Rig!!
I bought a 2022 4R TRD Off-road last year. I spent 6 months driving it and wasn't overly happy with it on the highway. I commute 100 kms each way to work about 10 days per month. The 4.0 was a pig on the hills. Sold it and found a 2006 V8 limited one owner with 230,000 kms. Aside from the frame being soft under the passenger's seat from the AC drain dumping water there it is like a new truck. I fixed the frame and have fallen in love with this V8 4Runner. My plan was to use this on my days off and drive a Camry or Accord back and forth to work. After driving the V8 for a month and seeing these 4.7s last up to a million miles in the states I've decided to use it as my daily driver until I retire in 4 years. This V8 4R is more fun to drive than the brand new $65,000 V6 I had. I will be putting the DT headers on in the spring. I'm tempted to look for a 100 series LC in Arizona or California in a few years.
Love your 4th gen, and you make me tempted to get my paint corrected and treated. On the other hand, I know it'll just get scratched up again while off-roading, so it's a bit of a tough call. lol
I'm a fan of keeping as much clear coat on off road vehicles as possible. I was careful to remove the least amount possible while still getting the look I was after but I can understand that the level of upkeep it requires going forward isn't for everyone. Using something like HD Speed after a wheeling trip might be a good compromise if you want to freshen it up without going too crazy
Love the video man The one that I picked up Monday is a '03 SR5 and so far the four days that I've owned it I love it I used to have a 1980 Toyota truck four-wheel drive and that thing would go through anything Love the mods on it I really want to get mine looking as sharp as yours your runner look s super sharp mine is white with the gray plastic trim on the outside which is really faded so I don't know what I'm going to do to get it back looking really good also it was towed behind a camper or a RV so it has all kinds of rock chips in the front but it'll get there eventually just takes time wish I could send you a picture of it bubba but keep up the good videos man
You could try a product that dyes the plastic trim like Solution Finish, but I'd start with something like Lithium Trim Serum, Mother's Back to Black, or even a trim specific ceramic coating
Beautiful. Great work and nice and simple
Thanks!
Great video! i have a 2005 runner with the 4.7 in 2wd. im in Texas so im not worried about it too much. Remark released a cat back for these trucks and it sounds pretty good. so its between that and the Gibson. which also sounds good but i like the exhaust tips on the Remark a little better well see. Christmas is on its way! Cheers
Great video, Thanks for making it. I'm looking at a 2004 4runner.
Terrific. Thanks. Exactly what I'd like to be driving. I feel a little silly, living in California for almost 40 years and only just getting around to getting an off-road vehicle. Just starting to research vehicles, mods, places to go, the Western United States doubled in size, and Canada? Well it's no longer three months of travel between cities.
Love the color and setup.
That is a really nice vehicle. One recommendation that you may benefit with better fuel mileage, is re-gear your axles.
Good looking toyota, thanks for the info!
Nice!! I like the paint
Nice 4runner. Looks great.
Your 4Runner is a beauty!!!!🙌🏽🏔 #team4runner
Thanks!
Wow beautiful amazing work i just got my 2005 4runner but i could only find it in a v6 i will take your word and copy your set up
Looks good. I have an '03 Limited. I went with the Bilstein 6112/5160 combo and kept the rear air. While not as lifted as yours, I really like the ability to raise and lower the rear end. I'm also running the Duratracs, but on Tundra/Sequoia split 5 spoke rims. Managed to get a pair of LED taillights from a wrecker down in Odessa, Texas, when I was there and brought them back in my carry-on bag. The security guy was somewhat curious about it when he scanned my bag, but it was one of the best "easy" mods I did and it only cost around $130 CDN.
I like the air suspension too. Mine happened to be leaking so I ditched it
@@CanadianGearhead Fair enough. There's something cool about it dumping the air after I park it.
Someone out here was selling a pair of bags for $100 on Kijiji. I should have grabbed them.
I had an '04 Sport in 2013 and I'm looking at an '06 sport currently and it's listed at 14K USD. It's in good shape, but it's still a little high- the folks know what they have. But you're correct that the deal you got was absolutely excellent and now you have a gorgeous lifted truck for what some people in metro areas will pay for a 13 year old stock vehicle. Well done! Love it!
I'm really happy with it, thanks for the kind words!
i just bought my ‘04 last year for about $8000, took some searching but i’m so glad i found it!!
Nice vid Tim! Your rig is super clean looking. Fun to watch since mine is the same color as yours so I can see what mine would look like with the same mods. Also, mine is the SR5 V6 so there's some other differences...like mine has way too much chrome! I could see doing the plastidip on my grill and wheels, but what about the door handles? Seems like it would get rubbed off on a part that you're grabbing like a door handle. I wonder if I could get the colored handles from a junkyard vehicle? Anyway, thanks again for sharing your setup.
Thanks John, glad you found it helpful. I agree, plastidip will probably wear off on points of contact like the door handles. Finding some junkyard handles would probably be the best option, or maybe take yours off and have them painted? I wouldn't think a body shop would charge much to do that if you spend the time removing them first. The other option would be wrapping them in vinyl which would probably hold up better than plastidip.
BEAUTIFUL!!
Have a 2006 4Runner, seriously interested in lifting it. Thanks for the vid!
Do it! Stock 4runners are great but lifted ones are better ;)
You used fox 2.0 to fix the front rake. Did you leave the rear factory height?
Looks great, Im leaving mine with you so you can get started on it.
Don't forget to bring a blank check too!
Great job! This is better than the new 4-6 cylinders. Modernize the infotainment system and then it is all up to date.
$10k for a 2007 with 100k miles. Amazing. Just paid $11.9k for a 2004 sr5 v6 with 124k miles on it in Denver. I’m not jealous ;)
Thanks for the awesome vids
I have. 2004 sport edition with the 4.7 non vvt and i am going to do the same thing to mine
Looks good.
Nice ride!!! i myself have a 05 runner V8...only thing it's not 4X4..nevertheless I love it. And on top of that it only has 78K miles o nit :) Thinking of doing a 3" lift on it thou and bigger tires.
Great video bro. Thanks
Glad you liked it
Nice ride!
Never mind my other comment, I see your lift in the rear now =] and yes, it hurts getting in my wife's Srquoiabw/ no window visors in the rain/snow.
Have you ever thought about adding longer brake lines since you've added the 3" lift?
Got a 2002 4Runner hilux this video helped a lot
didn't even notice the 'Hood/bug Deflector'..( very cool! ) Much thanks for Breakdown on 'Costs' of mods!! still 'searching' for a 'Vehicle '...Would it 'help'...to 'Powder Coat'../ SEAL ' Doug Thorley' Headers' so they don't get 'Crusty looking' after 2 -3 years in your vehicle? GREAT looking 'TRUCK' though!..V8 TOO!! ( new 4 runner's TOO MUCH!!! ). CHEERS!
The headers are coated from the factory, it just looks a little tarnished over time
Thank you for the great forerunner content I’m in the market for headers right now was it something you felt comfortable doing at home or did you have a shop do it?
I had a mechanic friend do it
I know I'm alittle late on this comment, but man your 4runner is a beauty, I have a 2008 4runner with 135,000miles on it, I got it for $14,000 US with 125,000miles and the only thing I have on it right now is a 3in lift and unfortunately thats it, but I'm working on it man and this right here is my inspiration 🐐📸
That's the nice thing about these 4runners. Stock or modded, they're all cool
Do you have a design picture of the mount for the top light bar, I want to install one on my 4runner. Thank you!
Sweet looking Toy!
Man this is exactly howbi would want to build mine, same color and engine too
Beautiful rig!
Thanks, brah.
Hey bud just a FYI, I was unsubscribed from your channel without notice. Not sure if others have had the same problem.. but just a heads up. You might be losing some subscribers. Just re subscribed.
That's weird. Thanks for coming back!
Nice truck. My 3rd gen is verry similar.
Cool, I didn’t know Anthony Smith has a 4th gen 4Runner 😜
Nah, Nice Runner man!
Yo man will those headers fit on my 03 four runner with the 4.7?
Bought an 07 sport in same color! Nice ride man. wish they wouldn’t have put the XREAS system on the 4th gen Sport’s with 4x4. great truck, but a lame scenario for doing suspension lift! 🤔🤦🏽🤦🏽
You are doing great kid!
Buy a base and build your own.
Fellow Canadian here! Love the truck!
How are you liking the OME coils in the back? I’m running bilstein 5100 struts all around right now and debating which coils I want to go with. Similar to you it’s a daily driver with no added armour
I love them, they ride great even without any added weight. They sit a little high compared to my front coilovers so I might consider the lower 895e option if I had to do it again
do you have spacers on the wheels? or is that just how the wheels sit
AWESOME!
A few weeks back when I started looking for these someone was selling s 4th gen 4runnr TRD but I already sold
I trimmed my rear mudflaps just like that.. i removed it and almost tossed it away, it looked like the car has missing parts without it.
Did I miss what you bought it for and how many miles it had on at the time? How many miles it has today?
nice video, thanks. I got the 06 v8 and looking to improve the shocks, coils and wheels.
Lots of good options out there for these things
@@CanadianGearhead With those tires you got, do you notice a mpg hit? Or even noise when driving at high speeds?
I have a video about the tires on here. Probably lost 2-3 MPG but gained most of it back with the headers and exhaust
How many inches did it lift? Thank man good video!
Did you go for in-channel AVS rain guards or out-of-channel ones? Curious if you had any trouble with them if you went for in-channel, I've heard of issues with the auto-rollup functions.
Nice rig!
Mine are the stick on ones that stay out of the channel so no issues there
A solid vid with details... ty. But you include labor?
Labor is different for everyone so it's hard to compare
I have a 2003 4runner sr5 sport edition v6 RWD i just bought, can't wait to do some stuff to it
That’s a 3rd gen is it not?
@@zv8732 no, 02-09 is 4th gen
Very Nice! How did you wire in the switches for the lights? Di you just run a wire to the Fuse Panel?
I just used the harnesses that came with the lights so they're wired to the battery
Do you still have this 4 runner and is it still running?
We love to learn the details of fitting the lightbar into the OEM roof rack! Is there any close up photos or videos of the brackets?
Everything you need is in this thread right here: www.toyota-4runner.org/4th-gen-t4rs/139354-stealth-led-light-bar-install.html
Awesome. Thank you!
Nice work good for you 👍🤙🇺🇸
The Vermonter
Did you upgrade your upper control arms when you installed your coil overs? I’m about to instal the exact same kit and don’t know if I should buy the UCAs before I do it.
My UCAs have been fine at this height but I'd upgrade them if I was going for a full 3" of lift
several questions, with when installing the fox setup you have did you need to adjust driver side for lean, did you install a diff drop, did you have to add a sway bar bracket spacer? I havent found anyone with information about their install of fox suspension you have and that pretty much what ive been looking at. accoding to yota mafia i shouldnt need anything other then the coilovers, shocks, and springs. Any tips or advice with your install?
I didn't adjust for the lean but it doesn't really bother me. No diff drop or sway bar spacer. Everything pretty much bolts right up like OEM
Man no mud flaps?
I would hate to mess up that paint!
My similar tires sling the pebbles!
Nice build !!! I have a 05 V8 4wd myself and I love it. Icon stage 1 suspension with the same metal tech conversion kit in the rear. Being in california tho I cannot use the DT headers so Im going the OEM headers but got a good deal. Keep up the great vids and let us know if you find out how to kill the flashing light on the dash for the airbag delete.
Somebody emailed me with another module to try unplugging but I haven't gotten around to it yet. Honestly it's been so long that I don't even notice the flashing light anymore
VBM Adventures Just disable the light itself. Problem solved
NordicPride970 yea i was trying to avoid taking apart the cluster
VBM Adventures Very easy job and then you never have to worry about it again. Good time to replace the lens and get it looking new. Just my 2 cents 👍🏻
If you are still monitoring this post, can you share what percentage tint you used for your side windows. I went with a recommended 20% to match the back and they’re darker than the back, esp from the inside looking out. Yours looks pretty close…maybe slightly lighter than the back. They look great. Are they 30%?
Yeah it was a few years ago but I'm pretty sure they're around 30%. They're definitely a bit lighter than the rear
did you add tire spacers?
Hey love your build! Where did you get your license plate mount?
I just bent some 1" strips into L brackets
I’m torn between Toyota 4Runner or Lexus RX350. What 4R generation would you say is best? Good job on the videos. Helps me out a lot!
I'm biased towards the 4th Gen 4runners. The RX350 is more car like, not really comparable
do you know specifics about that complete kit you are talking about from metal tech? I love what you have done with the tires and wheel - I am looking at doing something very similar to my 06 4runner
This is the complete kit: www.metaltech4x4.com/metal-tech-gx470-rear-coil-conversion-kit-stage-2-w-oem-toyota-parts/
$15k sounds about right for this build
Sorry if I missed it, but did you have to replace the UCA's to accommodate the lift?
No I'm running factory ones still
Hey man great truck and love your videos I was just wondering your wheel size are they 17x10 or a little thinner trying to buy a wider wheel for my 05 right now
They're 17x8.5
Are your wheels -12 offset?
I am the happy owner of a 2006 4Runner, that I bought back in 2012 with 86K on it. Now it's at 215000, and I love this truck. I am down in Alberta btw.
Got a question for you. How do you fight rust underneath as well as body? I got a few spots right above the windshield and a rusty line on the bottom edge of the tailgate.
I did a video recently on oil spraying the undercarriage, check it out. The tailgates on these are known for rusting (mine is too) so there's not a lot you can do there. The spots around the windshield likely started out as rock chips - it's always a good idea to touch them up if there's any bare metal exposed
Looking good man. I got an 06. I want to do those header soon. So sick of hearing that exhaust leak. Thanks for the video
I hear you. Pretty sure that ticking noise from the cracked manifold stole a bit of my sanity.
@@CanadianGearhead I'm having a hard time thinking of spending the money to get the headers installed as it's as much as an off-road rear bumper with a swingout for a tire.
@@follow_fraser3081 It can be a hard one to justify. Just remember the hp/tq gains, MPG gains, and the lifetime warranty against them ever cracking again.
@@CanadianGearhead did you ever put it on a dyno for the gains?
No, but I wish I did. I'd love to be able to see that real-world data. There was a dyno graph floating around online at one point, you might be able to find it on T4r.org or Burtman Industries website.
I understand if this is to hard to replay to but I was wondering at 6:25 how you made the brackets for the light bar so that it would fit in the roof rack. And great video👍.
I followed this right up, super easy: www.toyota-4runner.org/4th-gen-t4rs/139354-stealth-led-light-bar-install.html
Thanks so much.
hey CD, it sounds like you are sitting at 2.25 - 2.5 inches of front lift with the stock UCA's, how's your alignment feel on the HWY? Curious what kind of caster value you are able to run with that amount of lift..
It tracks great on the highway, very slightly darty over sharp bumps but not bad at all