You would think the 1.8T would be quiter, but nah. It's still spinning at 4k rpm at 70 mph with the low gearing on the van. I've got AT tires on mine, and they're not the issue. It's engine noise plus wind noise plus everything rattling in the cabinets...but ah when you get to camp, so sweet!
I've had both - still have my 1990 Syncro Westy (with a 1.8T to make it less slow), and currently have a 2003 4Runner as well. I loved the 80-series, and a well-maintained one will tick the boxes you've outlined. It's a classic truck at this point too, so "well-maintained" really means just...
Awesome job on selling out the event! I'll be the first to chime in and say I missed the cut- if anyone has a registration and can't make it, please let me know. Haven't been since 2019 and would really love to take my daughter this year.
February 2022 update - although I'm still Cruiserless these days, I've begun producing these kits again. Pricing is updated in the first post. Any questions, let me know.
I sure could - would need to check the pricing and availability on some things to make sure nothing has changed, but it can be done. Send me a PM if you're interested.
Won't fit an 80-series. Not sure about the 3rd-gen 4Runner, somebody with specific knowledge will have to help out. I know 4th and 5th gen suspension is mostly interchangeable.