Toyota 4Runner 4WD

IH8MUD · nick · 10 Nov 2026

Anybody put early Tundra, Tacoma or 4Runner seats in a 40? I have newer 40 bucket seats in my 1965 but no headrests. For what they sell headrests for ($350) I could easily get bucket seats with headrests for less.

ClubLexus · MikeFoxx · 10 Nov 2026

I recently bought a 4Runner and giving my LS to my daughter. That being said… she doesn’t need the audio setup and I’m not putting it in my 4Runner. Partial part out for locals in the 209/916...

IH8MUD · liveoak · 9 Nov 2026

This is a slimmed down version of a thread I used to have on another site. I hope it helps someone attempting a similar swap. I will add more as time allows. My truck 1985 4Runner SR5 22RE(bought in 1997), 33x10.5x15, (now 35x12.5x15) 5.29s, W56-A trans, single case marlin gears, ARB front/rear, 86 rear axle, marlin crossover steering, other random stuff Donor truck 2001 Tacoma Prerunner Auto that had been rolled but only had 25,000 miles. Oil pan, bellhousing, flywheel, clutch, slave and... Read more

IH8MUD · WannaCruise · 9 Nov 2026

Hello all, I have a very odd situation where my daughters 2008 4Runner lost all electrical power when we tried to start the car. Not dead battery power loss, it was 100% total loss as if I had pulled the battery cable... No interior lights, etc. A few minutes later the lights came back on, but when I tried to start the car it died again without ever engaging the starter. The clock was reset so the car lost all power for a moment... This happened 2 more time and then it worked just... Read more

IH8MUD · FloridaLife · 8 Nov 2026

Hello everyone. I've been driving a 1999 4Runner and a 2004 Sienna for many years (4Runner is daily driver with 1/4 Million miles on it and still going strong). But I have ZERO experience with the FJ40, and I've decided to take the leap and get into the game. I can't afford one of those nice shiny high dollar ones for sale online, so I am purchasing a 1971 FJ40 for $5k and going to try to fix it up and get it going. Top is not cracked, no glass is cracked or broken, floors are solid, body... Read more

IH8MUD · BrickRunner · 6 Nov 2026

Hello Mud People! This is the story of Harumi the Rusty Rescue, a poor neglected cruiser full of rust holes. I've wanted a Land Cruiser since I was 16, but ended up getting a 1st gen 4Runner when I was 17 (which was a compromise with the folks, who were footing the bill). The 4Runner served me well through college as a commuter and adventuremobile. After graduation I picked up a MK1 MR2 as a commuter to save on gas and keep the miles off of the 4Runner, also allowing down time... Read more

IH8MUD · grykovich · 4 Nov 2026

For anyone with a 3rd gen 4Runner, if you live in the Denver/Centennial Colorado vicinity and are looking for a long range fuel solution, I have a brand new uninstalled Long Range America 29 gallon Aux tank I am selling. They are retailing on the website for $2245 and shipped it from their Idaho facility on a pallet and having it delivered to a residential neighborhood, I paid about $300 more for shipping to Aurora Colorado. I am looking to sell it at the cost of new but can bring it to you... Read more

IH8MUD · wagonteeth · 4 Nov 2026

I've taken a liking to mountain biking and there is a nice network of mtb trails close by. I have a 2 bike hitch rack that works well with my wife's 4Runner or my Tundra, but with a tire carrier on the back of my 80 series, the rack sticks out too far for my liking. I've been forming some ideas in my head for a fork mount vertically on my fuel can carrier to keep the bike tucked close and high enough to not affect departure angle, but I'm not sold on loading it that's way each time, or... Read more

IH8MUD · amjadi123 · 29 Oct 2026

Hey all, I'm new to the forum but not new to Toyota trucks. I've always been a gear head and currently have a 3rd Gen TRD Supercharged 4Runner and Honda S2000. I've always loved the look of the FJ60 but didn't want to buy something thats been modded or repaired incorrectly so I began the search for something I could restore myself. After reaching out to countless folks on here and on FB marketplace (and seeing them go pending/sold in a day or two), I finally found one that looked decent... Read more

SVTPerformance · IA Shelby · 28 Oct 2026

Anybody know of anyone who has one of these TRD Pro models? What do they think of them. Reviews are pretty strong. looking for a good winter vehicle that will still fit in my garage.

IH8MUD · POTATO LAUNCHER · 26 Oct 2026

Official Solid Axle Summit #10 Dates 08/03/2026– 08/07/2026. This Year we are Celebrating all things Vintage Toyota 4WD, friends and family of the IH8Mud Community. If you would like to sponsor SAS #10 there will be a separate sign-up page for you. Please contact solidaxle2018@gmail.com Solid Axle Summit is a loosely organized meet up of any Toyota 4X4 vehicle that is equipped with a Solid Front Axle. Any Land Cruiser, 4Runner, Mini Truck aka Hilux. Anything that has... Read more

IH8MUD · JohnMerk · 24 Oct 2026

I never had the intention to start wheeling my 4Runner because it was just a cool daily driver but then I had it on a lift to fix the rusted gas line. Well the driver side floor pan is also significantly rusted away so all my care went out the window. So with that i grabbed a set of used trail gear rock sliders for 75$ and swapped over to a set of 33x12.5s no lift yet but i might change my mind. They hit what little is left of the pinch weld but I'll beat that... Read more

IH8MUD · marcus clarkus · 23 Oct 2026

Hi all, I’m new to forum and coming from a 1999 4Runner 5-speed. I just sold it after 10 years of ownership and bought my dream car! Black LC200 (2017) I have a long list of 3D printed parts I want to make for my LC200. First up, I removed my 3rd row seats and need a plastic cover for the seat mounts so my dog doesn’t rip her nail on the ugly hole/bracket that’s left behind: (in the rear cargo area) I started with a 3D scan using my phone, then loaded it into CAD software... Read more

IH8MUD · rockcod · 23 Oct 2026

I’m a long time member of mud, but on the 40 and 45 side. This is my first post over here on the 4Runner side. I just picked up a 95 limited, V6, 4x4 automatic. When I got it it had a misfire on #2 no cel. I’m in the process of chasing that down, but my issue is when I removed the TB I bumped the dash pot and broken the plastic end. I’ve looked on line and it is discontinued, am I screwed or can I run without it? Thanks in advance.

IH8MUD · 84T4R · 22 Oct 2026

The stock CD player on my 95 Land Cruiser. My wife enjoys tapes and CD’s so she wants me to keep an OEM head unit and not update to a touchscreen. I was doing some research and found that there’s a Bluetooth plug in adapter for 99-02 Land Cruiser / Sequoia / 4Runner / etc.. head units. I found one for cheap at my local junkyard and brought it home today. After doing a bit deeper research on the JBL head unit I purchased I’m seeing that JBL head units will not work in non JBL vehicles due... Read more

IH8MUD · austino · 21 Oct 2026

So my wife needs a new vehicle and one of the possibilities on her list is a 2027 Land Cruiser. I absolutely hate the Toyota buying process where you cannot just order the vehicle exactly the way you want it and wait 3/4 months and there it is. But we have a fifth generation 4Runner with 400 K miles on it as well as two previous Tacoma‘s so I was aware of the process before even starting it. We are not really looking to make the purchase to possibly December or January but just looking over... Read more

IH8MUD · cruisermatt · 20 Oct 2026

Updated as of December 2023. Current Build 2005 L33 5.3-liter V8 Engine 78/75 .96AR Turbo Dodge NV4500 Tremec TR4050 as of October 2025. Dodge NP203 Doubler/splitcase 2018 4Runner front brakes FZJ80 rear axle ARB lockers front and rear SOA with 62 rears up front, custom reverse eye configuration, shackle reversal, and Chevy rear springs, all custom shock mounts, air bags, etc 37” tires Custom armor all around Subaru Seats Lots of other mods and horrible paint, dents and rust and... Read more

IH8MUD · Will Van · 16 Oct 2026

I'd like to introduce y'all to Inglehoffer, my 1984 Mustard Yellow Land Cruiser Pickup. I bought it from member @gifu this week and couldn't be happier! Thank you Brian. First order of business is working on the brakes. It has front drums and they're leaking. Probably converting to 60-series discs with V6 4Runner calipers. More info and pics soon. Also, huge thanks to AJ... Read more

IH8MUD · CanadianRockyCruiser · 13 Oct 2026

I've been debating lockers for a long time. Once upon a time I had a rear locker in a 4runner and another in my ol' LX470. I've had lots of fun offroading with ATRAC in my 2013 LX570, and I am debating the value of adding e/air lockers. I'm looking for advice as to the downfalls of MTS/ATRAC compared to diff lockers. When you are wheeling harder than I probably ever will, what are the tactical advantages of e/air lockers compared to MTS/ATRAC? Thanks in advance for the insights. I'm... Read more

ClubLexus · lexusrus · 11 Oct 2026

2010-2015 Lexus RX350/450h Plug & Play Remote Start Kit (Push Button Start) with your original key FOBs. Compatible Vehicle Models and Year Ranges * Toyota 4Runner: 2010-2019...

IH8MUD · FlyAddiction · 9 Oct 2026

The Plan: Completing the Pan American highway in 3 stages; 1st Home (Canmore Alberta) to Panama, 2nd Home to Prudhoe Bay Alaska 3rd Colombia to Ushuaia Chile The goal is to leave for the first leg of this expedition by late October 2016 with my Wife Bianca, my long time friend and 4Runner owner Danny and his wife Kana. That gives me a full year and a bit to build a reliable expedition rig. During the 5 month trip(first leg only) we plan on Offroading, biking, fishing, surfing, hiking ... Read more

IH8MUD · SIZZLE · 9 Oct 2026

There’s a great Cars and Coffee in Novato the first Sunday of every month at the Vintage Oaks Shopping Center. There’s usually several hundred cool cars and trucks. Everything from hot rods to exotics to 4x4s. I know there are some awesome Cruisers and Toyota trucks in Marin and Sonoma and it would be great to get some more Yotas out there. I’m out there most days in my anthracite 3rd Gen 4Runner or my white 2nd Gen Tacoma. I’ll be walking around with a cup of coffee and my... Read more

IH8MUD · Tighe · 8 Oct 2026

Hi all, I just picked up a 2008 LX570, with 79k miles. SoCal truck its whole life. I was looking at a 5th gen 4Runner but now that we have a 3rd kid on the way in November (that'll be 3 under 3) we needed something larger. It will serve as a family hauler during the week, and hopefully a camping rig on the weekend. The air ride is a plus for me, because I didn't want to drive a lifted truck around town. I'd like to be able to slap on a second set of wheels/tires before taking off for a... Read more

IH8MUD · SUMMIT CRUISERS Jr · 8 Oct 2026

I knew I was lying to myself when I bought my GX460 and told myself "this is staying stock". At the time, owning a high mileage 80 series and an almost too meticulously built 1st gen 4runner to daily drive, I spent about a year searching for really the only GX460 I thought was cool - an early model 2010-2013 in peridot mica, base trim, with preferably the sepia interior. I missed out on a few where I would call day after listing and the trucks were already sold. Early one Friday morning... Read more

IH8MUD · EngEngr · 6 Oct 2026

I picked this truck up 5 years ago in Wisconsin - rust free from AZ, for $2,200. Slowly bringing it back from neglect black interior black carpet dynamat door panels lots of wiring lined cab 95 4runner bucket seats V6 brake booster A1 Cardone Ultra premium V6 calipers OEM wheel bearings and seals EBC blank rotors EBC green stuff pads O'reilly CVs OEM power steering installed front main seal windshield marlin shifter cup rebuilt hubs valve lash plugs fluids OEM thermostat OEM radiator cap... Read more

IH8MUD · Toyoland66 · 5 Oct 2026

I wanted to start this thread to document my FJ40 build and some of the technical details I have been working through specifically related to adapting the A750 to the split case. There are now several successful 2UZ/1UZ swaps that have been completed but I am not aware of any that are using the split case. Build Plan 1979 FJ40 2UZ-FE 4.7L V8 (06 4runner, VVTI), A750 5 speed automatic Split case transfer case with 4:1 gears FJ80/ 9.5 hybrid front axle, FZJ80 FF rear axle... Read more

IH8MUD · MTsoul · 5 Oct 2026

Well, I have a new(ish) project. I will warn up front that I tend to move slow on my projects, but thought I would do my best to track this one. I actually purchased this 1988 22re manual last summer, but it was low on my priority list. However, I am starting to pick up some steam. To no surprise, I initially started working out a base line for reliability, as the engine is a little tired but running good now. Basic Goal Overview - very capable but still can be a... Read more

IH8MUD · RogueRunnerAB · 3 Oct 2026

Hey everyone, New to the forum and looking for a bit of advice from the community. I drive a 2021 4Runner and recently upgraded the battery to an Odyssey 34R. While reinstalling the battery hold-down, I aimed under the factory torque spec at around 30 in-lbs, but even that seems to have bent the sheet metal around the J-hook mounting hole upward. After doing some reading, it looks like that inner fender/core support sheet metal is notoriously thin and most people recommend ditching the... Click to expand... Read more

IH8MUD · OM617YOTA · 3 Oct 2026

1996 Prado. I don't need a windshield, but it's my daily driver, the odds of needing one at some point are good, and the idea plagues me. Do 4Runner windshields work? Anyone have a good source?

IH8MUD · kulangot · 2 Oct 2026

Fellas, I hope that you are doing well. It's been a few years - like ten. A friend of mine lives out past Winchester and has a 2002 4Runner that he daily drives. Has a silver dollar sized rust hole in the frame. Anyone in the Winchester to Leesburg area that can fix something like this for him? Looking for a shop/welder recommendation. He lives in WV and drives in Chantilly daily. thanks!