Mike's 3rd Gen 4Runner
Welcome to mikes3rdgen.com, your portal into the world of wrench throwing, enduring busted knuckles, and experiencing the sheer satisfaction of transforming a bone-stock 1999 Toyota 4Runner into the kind of rig that makes Jeep owners jealous.
Browse the links below to explore the site or check the index for a chronological list of upgrades.
Suspension & Performance
Lift, Shocks & Springs, Control Arms & Bushings, Engine Mods, Brakes, Exhaust
Exterior Mods
Roof Rack, Bumpers, Lighting, Wheels & Tires, Paint, & Accessories
Stripe Removal & More - Bidding Farewell to Stock Decals & Emblems
Torque Gauges and LED tail Lights - Dialing Up the Cool Factor
Front Bumper Replacement - From Mundane Bumper to Extraordinary Armor
New Year, More New Lights - Because Nothing Says "Class" Like Blinding Oncoming Drivers
Testing Touch Up Paint - Results Aren't Exactly A Masterpiece
Washer Nozzle Replacement - Spraying in All the Right Places
Bedliner on the Rear Bumper - That Chrome Looks Great, Said No One Ever
Interior Upgrades
Seats & Upholstery, Storage Solutions, stereo, Tech, Lighting
Back up Camera Install - Expressing Superiority by Always Reverse Parking
Finally Found A "Toolbox" - Cheap Storage for My Automotive Needs
Torque Gauges and LED tail Lights - Dialing Up the Cool Factor
Starting the sound proofing - Embarking on the Automotive Acoustic Journey
Vibration Reduction Continued - The Rattle Continues to Plague Me
Maintenance & Repairs
Common Issues & Fixes, Fluid Changes & Service Intervals, Upgraded Parts for Reliability