06-16-2019, 01:49 PM
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Master EcoModder
Join Date: May 2019
Location: California
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2020 - '08 Chevy Tahoe H Last 3: 18.4 mpg (US) 2021 - '08 Chevy Tahoe H 90 day: 17.08 mpg (US) 2022 - '08 chevy Tahoe LT Last 3: 14.38 mpg (US) 2023 - '08 Chevy Tahoe Last 3: 22.61 mpg (US) 2024 - '08 Chevy Tahoe 90 day: 22.35 mpg (US)
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Originally Posted by aardvarcus
Purchased a 1999 Toyota 4Runner, 3.4L V6, 5 Speed R151F Transmission, 4x4, 4:10s. It was selected because it has real 4WD, stick shift, 4 Doors, will fit two car seats and two adults, capable of towing and hauling, smaller than my Suburban, and has a comfortable ride. My wife has a similar one and I enjoy it (other than the missing clutch in hers). This vehicle will be for daily driving and moderate off-road use.
I am not going to mess with the powertrain on this one, mainly just some aero add-ons and a few off-road related items. I am putting this in the Aero subsection since that is the focus of this thread.
Currently planning the following:
Aero Mods:
Swap 265/70R16 Cooper AT3 to 245/75R16 Michelin LTX (in progress)
Remove roof rack, rear deflector, side steps, and fender flares.
Small boat tail attached to the rear hatch. (Fiberglass over foam)
Belly Pan/ Skid plates (1/4” Aluminum)
Tire Spats (Conveyor Belt)
Grill Ducting
Other Mods:
Change all fluids and stop oil cooler O-ring leak (in progress)
Upgraded Sway Bars
Front and Rear high clearance hitches, with winch on cradle.
255/85R16 tires on extra wheels to swap for dedicated trips.
Extra Insulation/sound deadening in interior.
Dream wishlist:
E-locker axle swap.
Dyna 5th gear swap in transmission during future rebuild.
I am open to suggestions, please give me your ideas on what all I should do/not do to this vehicle. I will post some more details below of my planned aero mods.
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front clip from 2002 toyota prius
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