Recent content by sfab

yeah, under the front bumper would be my guess.

Add to that that if done properly, since those hidden winch mounts are supposed to support the weight of the vehicle, I could use said receiver hitch for a recovery point of sorts and it should support the same weight.

I don't plan on using whatever I find for a winch anyhow. What I NEED is a front receiver hitch and could easily fab up a receiver that bolts to that tray and is flush with the grill, in keeping with a minimalist vibe. I haul 20' lengths of steel frequently and use the front hitch for a "goal...

That one looks like it would allow recovery points

reviving this thread in hopes of seeing if anyone has done the hidden winch mount on the 19+. Both LFD and HK off-road seem to be workable, and specifically built for the GX460, so that's good. There is also the Bud Built option, which according to some is the same as the 4th gen 4Runner...

always fun to share build stories. It's a sure-fire way to learn!! Absolutely, report back on wiper and light switches!! Would love to know. Where are you mounting your Painless fuse box? I chose poorly on mine by mounting on the engine side of the firewall, and am paying the price in the...

Another question for Jonathan or anyone else using the Koni Raid shocks. The O.D listed for the Koni's are 2.7". How is this with the drag link? I have Bilstein 5100's currently, which are just under 2" and it's a tight fit. Also, there are a few part #'s out there for the Koni's 40...

Looking forward to everyone's input who have purchased but haven't yet installed. I was originally thinking Deaver but this could be a good alternative. My truck is a daily driver so that is a component in the decision. Also not a "crawler" per se, but Arizona has rocks.

Dig. Thanks. I came up with dawn of the dead, but that's about it.

Not following. I may be old, but can someone loan me an abbreviation dictionary?

I bought a '78 40 series rolling chassis, harvested the axles and need to sell what's left. I'm asking just more than scrap price, so as to not have someone just scrap them. I could do that myself. Just don't want them to go to waste. I can help with transport and/or loading. The frame...

looks STOUT

The little reading I have done on modern electric e-brakes mostly agrees with the fact that the brakes will be stuck on (or off) in the case of a dead battery. It comes up on various OE forums (Honda, etc.). In the event one cannot get a jump start, or enough power from a portable unit to...

Those calipers look substantial!! I will definitely be curious to see how that comes out.

Wouldn't that imply constant current regardless of switch position, ie constant on vs constant off? I'll unplug one and see what happens. I got them in 2021 I'm pretty sure. Standard issue TRD Toyota Tacoma. There are lots of fakes out there, and the backspacing is different. They still...