In prep for this summer's Carnage Run on 8/17-8/25 (link) I've been researching spare parts for my 4Runner.

I came across the following list from www.rubicon-trail.com but it doesn't specifically include my vehicle.

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What parts will likely break?
Pretty much every time I am out on the Rubicon I come across a broken down vehicle - at least one !
Could not help but notice that there are some common weak spots on each vehicle. To make sure my observations were accurate I checked with repair shops around the trail and they supported my notes. So, here is what is most likely to break on your vehicle when you do the Rubicon Trail - and probably on any other rough trail:

CJ, YJ
"the only thing that does not break is the radiator cap"
-- drive line U-joints
-- front axle U-joints
-- locking hubs
-- rear axle shafts (especially with LockRight)
-- steering box
-- steering linkage
-- spring hanger
-- frame cracks
-- motor mounts

Bronco
-- front axle U-joints
-- rear axle shafts

FJ40
-- front axle Birfield joints
-- spindle/drum (pre 1975)
-- rear pinion

TJ
-- rear axle shafts (35C)
-- control arm brackets front

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[color:"blue"]So what are your suggestions for this vehicle?[/color]

4Runner
-- full size spare(s)
-- front axle shafts
-- tie rods
-- ???

Thanks for your input...