You guys crack me up about the 3.0 4runners being so slow. Try driving a 5300lb truck with 100 h.p. 22RE. Now that's slow. But somehow I'm able to get around just fine. <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" />

If I was in the market for an auto 4runner, I'd look for the ones with 4.88 gears, which would be '92-'95 with the V-6, auto trans and 31" tire option. At least that way if you couldn't afford to regear, you could still install 33s and get around OK.

The nice thing about the '90-'95 4runners regardless of engine/tranny combination is that they are cheaper than the later models and have the pretty decent torsion bar IFS and ball steering and can more easily SAS'd.

Gutless perhaps, but I think the more cost effective platform for a serious build up. If I was comparing stock to stock ones or with minor mods and price didn't matter, I'd give it up for the later model 4Runner, especially with the power and optional rear locker, though. I just don't trust that rack and pinion steering, but at least it doesn't have the Taco frame.