T4R.org/YotaTech: ChildrenOfBodom3rd Gen 4Runner Fanpage on FacebookPage 1: OverviewPage 2: My ModsPage 3: Performance Page 4: Brakes, Suspension, Wheels, and Tires Page 5: Armor and Trail Toys Page 6: Security Page 7: Exterior Lighting Page 8: Sound System Page 9: 4WD/5 Speed ConversionPage 10: Off-Road PicturesPage 11: Body Work Page 12: Castrol Edge Unlock Your Performance Contest Page 13: Pictures 4WD CONVERSION R150F 5-SPEED SWAP... DONE! SEE HERE: 4WD/5 Speed Conversion Here's the truck as of July 2012.For clarity, I don't frequently update this site. Please view my build thread for the latest updates. Thanks. This is the best looking body style of the 4Runner ever produced.This is my 1999 Toyota 4Runner. I bought it on March 30th, 2008. It was completely base in every way. I've taken it and updated the look with mostly OEM parts and made it a clean, respectable ride. There is no flashy colored lights, huge rims, gaudy chrome, or things not put to use. It started out as a base model 3RZ, and now it's equipped with everything from an SR5, aside strictly from the engine. It was absolutely trashed when I bought it. I have spent a lot of money and time fixing and replacing parts and tons of miscellaneous items. I have also spent a lot of time making everything look just right. For a list (outdated) of all modifications, replacements, and additions, please visit Page 2: My Mods.The story goes like this, I needed a new car that was reliable. I had a few different models in mind. I was looking out of my bedroom window and saw a Realtor setting up Open House signs. He drove a silver 2002 Sport Edition. I thought it looked way cool. I could only afford a 2nd gen, but I couldn't find one that I liked. There were a few beater 96's in my price range, too. The previous owner of my 4Runner passed through a family friend's smog test shop. He notified my dad, who borrowed it for a test drive. He brought it by the house so I could take a look. It was a smoker vehicle and had been involved in 2 DUI's. The interior was very dirty and there was makeup smeared all over the steering wheel, shifter, and buttons. The radio was broken. Most of the bolt covers and a bunch of interior parts were missing. I found a smashed cigarette in the glovebox and beer bottle caps under the seats. The paint was messed up, all of the plastic was faded, the tires were crappy, the antenna was broken, and there was a cracked exhaust manifold. It was the only 1999 within my budget, so I bought it. I just wanted something to daily drive, I didn't think I was gonna own it for very long. 2WD Auto 4 cylinder just meant good gas mileage to me. These 4Runners, though... they get to you...Yes... it was 2WD, something that is practically pointless to modify. Understood, and trust me, I've heard more than enough crap about it. Where most people would stop there, I've gone ahead converted my 2WD to 4WD. It went from a 2WD Automatic base model to a 4WD 5-Speed.Keep in mind that everything done to this 4Runner was done on a budget. There are people out there whose daddy will by them nice cars, buy them nice mods, and even pay to have them installed. This is all what I've done, all what I've paid for personally, all of the work done to this car was performed by me and/or friends. Best of all, this is the most functional this car has ever been, and it's not because "daddy" paid for it.Thanks for looking at my 1999 Toyota 4Runner! There's a guide on the bottom of each page to help navigate between each page.T4R.ORG Build Thread: COB's 4Runner Timeline (Pic Heavy) Day 1: