There is another way to keep the 2wd and build it so that you can use it for weekend outings, turn it into a pre-runner. You could put a 2wd lift on it run some 31's, drop an ARB and gears and be off. The lift/tires would give you more ground clearance and the rear locker would give you the added traction you need off-road. Toyota actually offered a 1st gen Tacoma like this a few years back [/quote]

It seems as if a conversion of this sort is way out of my league. I think using this truck as my daily driver and then pickin up a cheap 4x4 is my best option right now, if the 4x4's really are that cheap. However, I still want to at least be able to have a little off-road fun while pursuing my 4x4. So I would appreciate if "SNOWTOY" or someone would eleborate on turning this truck to a Prerunner as stated above. (Parts needed, where to order, etc.)


P.S. Thanks for all the feedback