WarnerD9
Builder
@Warnerd9 's 2011 4Runner Build Thread
This is a compilation of threads that I have on t4r.org. This is the consolidated version, enjoy.
I owe many others from the forum credit as I have drawn from them heavily. I am late in putting this together but hopefully someone else can get something out of it. My goal in building this rig was to create an Overland oriented/rock crawling capable rig to take the whole family wherever I felt like going while also serving as my daily driver. I also wanted to build it to where everything serves a purpose, is fully functional, and doesn't come across as a McGuyver stunt.
I'll go through and go over the basics. If you have questions on anything let me know and I'll try to provide great answers or helpful info.
I had and sold this....
http://youtu.be/wkEKZSH5aY8
http://youtu.be/lqwZa8ueaaE
First broken Birfield join to replace on a wheeling trip
First taste of expedition style travel and appreciation of a spacious enclosed vehicle.
Then the T4R started like this...
Then it started turning into this...
Front End
- Shrockworks front bumper with custom recovery points http://www.grainger.com/Grainger/CM-Hoist-Ring-4R986?Pid=search 5k rating available but I have put these to the test and am totally comfortable with them.
- Rigid 10" E-series and dualies with amber covers
- LED replacement turn signals http://www.superbrightleds.com/more...h-brightness-25in-round-led-marker-lamp/1085/ I can't recall who mentioned this site but credit is due on this one, thank you whoever you are. The Shrockworks ones only lasted a few months.
- Warn 9.5XP with wireless remote and interior switch (more later)
- Custom mounted CB antenna
- Gobi Stealth roof rack
- Rigid 20" and (2) 6" E-Series bars on the rack
- Dent in the IFS skid plate was courtesy of a large boulder I slid into in Moab in the snow.
- Rigid A-Series mounted to mirrors
Driver's Side
- Gobi Hi-Lift mounts
- Rigid Dualies mounted in the "o" of the Gobi inscription for the rack mounts.
- Rigid A-Series on lower quarter panels powered in conjunction with mirror lights
Rear End
- Rear bumper built and designed with a couple FJC friends, same recovery points as front bumper, made mostly out of 3/8" angle and 3/8" sheet. May be for sale mid August. CBI is going to build me a rear bumper/spare tire carrier.
- Gobi Ladder
- Modified exhaust with Magnaflow high performance muffler and custom pipe to exit.
- Aux fuel tank to be installed with new rear bumper b CBI
Passenger Side
- ARB Awning - I wanted a tight mount that wouldn't add to height or width. I picked up some Allen bolts from a local hardware store. Things lined up pretty well on their own. I measured man, many times and made it happen. So far the rack shows no negative signs and it seems to be a solid mount. However the bolts aren't looking too good and need to be treated. I did take measures to make sure that the rack wouldn't rust, but I should have done the same with the bolts. I would recommend this set up if you're considering it. Just prep for rust and be very precise in drilling your holes.
- (minor) Rock Rash (lower front passenger door) - I'm looking for a more competent spotter... I had a set of sliders on but it wasn't enough.
This is a compilation of threads that I have on t4r.org. This is the consolidated version, enjoy.
I owe many others from the forum credit as I have drawn from them heavily. I am late in putting this together but hopefully someone else can get something out of it. My goal in building this rig was to create an Overland oriented/rock crawling capable rig to take the whole family wherever I felt like going while also serving as my daily driver. I also wanted to build it to where everything serves a purpose, is fully functional, and doesn't come across as a McGuyver stunt.
I'll go through and go over the basics. If you have questions on anything let me know and I'll try to provide great answers or helpful info.
I had and sold this....
http://youtu.be/wkEKZSH5aY8
http://youtu.be/lqwZa8ueaaE
First broken Birfield join to replace on a wheeling trip
First taste of expedition style travel and appreciation of a spacious enclosed vehicle.
Then the T4R started like this...
Then it started turning into this...
Front End
- Shrockworks front bumper with custom recovery points http://www.grainger.com/Grainger/CM-Hoist-Ring-4R986?Pid=search 5k rating available but I have put these to the test and am totally comfortable with them.
- Rigid 10" E-series and dualies with amber covers
- LED replacement turn signals http://www.superbrightleds.com/more...h-brightness-25in-round-led-marker-lamp/1085/ I can't recall who mentioned this site but credit is due on this one, thank you whoever you are. The Shrockworks ones only lasted a few months.
- Warn 9.5XP with wireless remote and interior switch (more later)
- Custom mounted CB antenna
- Gobi Stealth roof rack
- Rigid 20" and (2) 6" E-Series bars on the rack
- Dent in the IFS skid plate was courtesy of a large boulder I slid into in Moab in the snow.
- Rigid A-Series mounted to mirrors
Driver's Side
- Gobi Hi-Lift mounts
- Rigid Dualies mounted in the "o" of the Gobi inscription for the rack mounts.
- Rigid A-Series on lower quarter panels powered in conjunction with mirror lights
Rear End
- Rear bumper built and designed with a couple FJC friends, same recovery points as front bumper, made mostly out of 3/8" angle and 3/8" sheet. May be for sale mid August. CBI is going to build me a rear bumper/spare tire carrier.
- Gobi Ladder
- Modified exhaust with Magnaflow high performance muffler and custom pipe to exit.
- Aux fuel tank to be installed with new rear bumper b CBI
Passenger Side
- ARB Awning - I wanted a tight mount that wouldn't add to height or width. I picked up some Allen bolts from a local hardware store. Things lined up pretty well on their own. I measured man, many times and made it happen. So far the rack shows no negative signs and it seems to be a solid mount. However the bolts aren't looking too good and need to be treated. I did take measures to make sure that the rack wouldn't rust, but I should have done the same with the bolts. I would recommend this set up if you're considering it. Just prep for rust and be very precise in drilling your holes.
- (minor) Rock Rash (lower front passenger door) - I'm looking for a more competent spotter... I had a set of sliders on but it wasn't enough.
