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  1. Octanejunkie

    Solid pinion spacer question

    Can a spacer like this be reused? Scenario: used gear set that was originally installed with a solid pinion spacer is uninstalled and planned to be reinstalled in a different housing.
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    Diff oil debate

    I read a lot of conflicting information about diff oils for our rigs. Most printed pieces say 80w 90. The passenger axle extension tube on the 7.5 reverse clamshell diff has a sticker that says 75w90 and ECGS says to run 85w140 in everything they build - as did Aussie Locker when I installed...
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    Revolution gears

    Looking at a set of 488s at Yotamasters , complete with master bearing kit, , bolts and retainers delivered for $885 delivered I got an email into them with a couple of questions, and I'm pretty much ready to pull trigger Any reason not to, or should I get a similar Nitro kit from just...
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    Coilover question

    Got a set of Icon extended travel 2.5s used/rebuilt (by Icon) with CDCV reservoirs, 650# coils, PN 58716C. Haven't installed them yet. How roadworthy are these to run without a front sway bar considering I wheel the rig only 20% of the time driving?
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    Armor : where does it end?

    Rear Control Arm Mount Skids Eimkeith weld on or Lotus bolt on https://a.co/d/1K8nfGS Snowbound lower shock slids https://snowboundcustoms.shop/products/3rd-gen-4runner-rear-shock-skids
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    Front shock research : ICON vs Radflo

    The fellow I bought my manual hubs and spindles from has a set of Icon 58716Cs he's parting with since he's going SAS, Icon V.S RR 2.5" w/700# coils We discussed a price ($1,600) which included him shipping them to icon for repairs, a tune up, and Icon shipping them to me Icon reported back...
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    Time for a new clutch

    My clutch started slipping and is ready for a refresh What's the recommended replacement? Stock, Stage 2? Any particular brand?
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    Manual hub swap

    Picked this up from a dude in SD that's SAS swapping his 99 Limited. Aisin hubs assuming from first gen Taco, but on ABS spindles, will bolt right up to my truck. He was not able to remove the axles from the hubs and had hammered on the passenger side locking hub base, the nickel coated par...
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    ABS disable mod

    Anyone do this ? Looking at this thread and contemplating it https://www.toyota-4runner.org/3rd-gen-t4rs/300030-abs-toggle-one-switch-fly-non-e-locker-96-00s.html
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    Adjustable rear control arms

    Are these worth replacing with adjustable to strengthen and adjust pinion angle? I'm lifted 3-4" in the rear EDIT: shifting focus from just adjustable uppers
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    Steelies for wheeling or nah

    Looking for function over form, but I like the idea of saving some weight with E rated meats, and I kinda like the plain Jane look. Are these more susceptible to damage (bending/getting trashed) when aired down than factory aluminum? PFA
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    New to me used coils - dealing with rust

    Picked up a set of used LC coils from a local 3rd gen owner, they are a bit rusty and some of the paint is flaking off Blast and powder coat? Blast and paint? Just run em?
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    Cleghorn 6/18/2022

    Who's down? What time you wanna meet at 215/Cleghorn exit? Pilot Rock after? Let's go!
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    Emissions issue?

    The situation My 2WD SR5 Sport has Cali emissions My 4WD SR5 has Federal emissions Both passed their last smog tests and visual inspection. Getting ready to sell 2WD and swapping parts over, including hoods. I put the sport hood (w/Cali emissions sticker) on the 4WD with Fed emissions and...
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    Dual Battery Setup : LiFePO4 vs AGM vs Deep Cycle, Lead Acid, etc

    Planning my next battery replacement, maybe go dual bat. It would appear 2 LiFePO4s could fit where the factory battery is now, or in the cargo area. Any thoughts about best battery tech for wheeling? Also, what gauge wire for a rear/cargo mounted battery with an 80 amp alternator? 2 AWG...
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    Tie rod end upgrade options?

    I don't wheel half as hard as y'all do, yet, but I'd like to go heim on my steering and get rid of the outer tie rod ends, possibly both inner and outer. Tried searching but didn't find the kids section. What options are out there without modifying/swapping racks on my 3g4r
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    Lil Skip Gas Tank Skid 10% off opportunity

    MODS DELETE IF NOT ALLOWED I recognize this is the DIY crowd but posting this here anyway lol I asked Chris for a discount and he said if I got three or more people to order everyone would get 10% off. So far 8 people have ordered and he's willing to extend this discount till the 29th That's...
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