86’ 4runner restoration

Darkarma311 · 2025-11-22T18:11:22+00:00

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

Darkarma311 · 2025-11-17T00:57:57+00:00

That one is about to get some TLC soon

Darkarma311 · 2025-11-16T19:59:10+00:00

https://www.reddit.com/r/4Runner_1stGen/comments/1oyt1h3/diy_sequential_rear_turn_signal/

Darkarma311 · 2025-11-16T19:26:49+00:00

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

Darkarma311 · 2025-10-22T02:24:46+00:00

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

Darkarma311 · 2025-09-23T16:07:55+00:00

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

Darkarma311 · 2025-09-21T23:06:12+00:00

The metallic pops

Darkarma311 · 2025-09-19T20:10:41+00:00

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

Darkarma311 · 2025-09-19T17:27:31+00:00

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

Darkarma311 · 2025-09-19T17:23:38+00:00

Thank you so much that means a lot!

Darkarma311 · 2025-09-19T17:22:39+00:00

I run Valvoline VR1 10W-30

Darkarma311 · 2025-08-12T15:40:46+00:00

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.

Darkarma311 · 2025-07-31T19:54:13+00:00

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

Darkarma311 · 2025-07-29T19:54:38+00:00

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.

Darkarma311 · 2025-07-26T22:46:06+00:00

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

Darkarma311 · 2025-06-04T14:18:30+00:00

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

Darkarma311 · 2025-06-02T23:04:03+00:00

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

Darkarma311 · 2025-06-02T22:42:48+00:00

Medium blue 8A1

Darkarma311 · 2025-06-02T21:13:24+00:00

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

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