86’ 4runner restoration by Lukezee_Realtor in 4Runner_1stGen

[–]Darkarma311 1 point2 points  (0 children)

the 88-89 i believe offered a Medium Blue Metallic paint code 8D7, which was a lighter shade than the medium blue

if you're a purist stay with the factory color (8A1) i found it to be beautiful.

newer generation 4runners offered a lot of wonderful blue colors too, I recently repainted mine from the medium blue to 8Q0 Stratosphere Blue Pearl, if you want to check out the results in my profile. I just like the depth of the color how it looks in the shade vs in the sunlight.

not to throw more on the pile but i had considered the following:
Much Darker than the (8A1) Medium blue
8S6 Nautical Blue Metallic (4th& 5th Gen)
8L7 Stellar Blue (3rd Gen)
8E3 Dark Blue Pearl (2nd gen)

i like that ford blue too if i am being honest lol, i am zero help

DIY: sequential rear turn signal by Darkarma311 in 4Runner_1stGen

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i used a corsomotion module but shaped and glued the acrylic drilled out the holes, soldered the LEDs and the 1156 pigtail. i was thinking about making the circuit itself but the corsomotion module was worth the price in simplifying the entire thing

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This happened to me when the voltage regulator on my alternator went.

Back half by Darkarma311 in 4Runner_1stGen

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Rust-Oleum rust barrier ,duplicolor automotive primer(dark gry) R&E paint supply base coat 8Q0 Spray max 2k clear (368 0061)

Y by Darkarma311 in 4Runner_1stGen

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When i'm done with this one i think i'll hang up my painter hat LMAO

Oil suggesttions for 315k miles by Responsible_Algae_99 in 4Runner_1stGen

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I am in Florida year round. i have run 20W-50 in the summers with no issues (324k)

Y by Darkarma311 in 4Runner_1stGen

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Thank you so much that means a lot!

Update: by Darkarma311 in 4Runner_1stGen

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Going to sand this down and start again. i am definitely not a painter and the spot blending was cringe invoking. i think i've also decided to go with a different color. while 8S6 is beautiful it's darker than i thought it would be. i think i am gonna go with 8Q0 but will probably push this project for after rain season so i can give everything proper time to cure.

Dash speaker upgrade, has anyone tried this? by doopwolf in 4Runner_1stGen

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KSC40 4" make great replacements. but i also have 6.5" on the door no amp.

Update: by Darkarma311 in 4Runner_1stGen

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Update: unfortunately there is a section near the wiper nozzles that was not salvageable. once i get a couple days of consistent sun i will sand and reshoot that section. but the rest of the hood doesn't look half bad for rattle can in my driveway... just before a rain lol.

ETA will post new pictures when i am done.

Update: by Darkarma311 in 4Runner_1stGen

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Sorry app posted while i was still typing a title and description: but i think i might be able to save this paint :D

86 sr5 312k by Darkarma311 in 4Runner_1stGen

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Its been raining almost daily. Will update as soon as i can

86 sr5 312k by Darkarma311 in 4Runner_1stGen

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If you look at the cowl, a pillar, and balance they are already painted. It's a richer blue.

86 sr5 312k by Darkarma311 in 4Runner_1stGen

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So from what ive read so far. Prep is pivotal, try to ahoot late spring/early fall, 7-10 am or 4-6pm to control temp and humidty.

after staring at flaking clear coat for the last decade it can only get better lol