Total Chaos Shackle Pivot Gusset (1986-95 4Runner/Pickup)
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These are high quality seat covers that should wear as well as the originals. They closely match OEM upholstery. However, I would advise anyone who has no experience with re-upholstering auto seats to watch a YouTube video (6th gear garage) before purchase. You likely will encounter other issues with 40 year old seat frames and damaged foam cushions. It does require some basic skills, shop tools, other materials, and several hours labor to fix tired old seats. An excellent fit was achieved over original first gen 4Runner seats with 1 inch of added HD foam. I'm restoring a "very used" and tired old first gen 4Runner as a hobby project, so enjoyed doing the seat restoration myself, and saving lots of money.
I gave it a little test before painting and installing and dang, this thing is tough. I couldn't see this thing breaking ever again unless a bowling ball was dropped on it
This item, passenger side HVAC vent for 1984 Toyota pickup 4x4 looks as real and as identical to the OEM vents in the rest of the truck. I will definitely look into more purchases from this company. They had quick shipping and excellent customer service and support. I don’t usually write reviews but this place was a 100% pleasure to deal with regarding the order. When you look on eBay, the people there believe that 40+ year old Toyota are priceless. For a couple more dollars, I got a brand new replacement and fast shipping not to mention a well packed item.
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Used for a birthday gift for my brother. Item was exactly as described. No visible damaging and very well packaged.
Product, customer service, plug and play. What more do you want everything works perfectly.
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The item arrived well packed
Great quality. Like oem, priced very well , great appearance.
Total Chaos Shackle Pivot Gusset
For 1986–1989 1st Gen Toyota 4Runner, 1986–1988 2nd Gen Toyota Pickup, 1990–1995 2nd Gen Toyota 4Runner, and 1989–1995 3rd Gen Toyota Pickup
These rear shackle pivot gussets are designed to reinforce the frame mounting area when running 9 inch or 12 inch aftermarket shackles on 1986–1995 Toyota 4WD Pickups and 4Runners. Extended shackles increase leverage at the frame pivot point, which can stress or deform the factory mounting location under heavy suspension load.
These gussets strengthen the frame above or below the rail where the shackle pivot is mounted, helping prevent elongation, cracking, or frame distortion during off road use.
Why Reinforcement Is Necessary
Longer rear shackles improve articulation and suspension travel, but they also increase stress at the pivot point. Without reinforcement, the frame can fatigue over time.
Performance advantages include:
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Strengthens shackle pivot mounting area
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Reduces frame flex and distortion
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Helps prevent pivot hole elongation
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Supports aggressive off road and long travel builds
This reinforcement is strongly recommended when installing extended 9 inch or 12 inch shackles.
Heavy Duty Construction
Each gusset is manufactured from laser cut 10 gauge steel and comes pre bent and notched for simplified welding.
Key features:
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10 gauge steel construction
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Precision laser cut for consistent fitment
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Pre bent and notched design
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Designed for weld on installation
The design allows fabricators to integrate the gussets cleanly into the frame structure.
Installation Requirements
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Grinding required to prep frame surface
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Welding required for installation
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Professional fabrication recommended
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Intended for vehicles running 9 inch or 12 inch shackles
Proper installation ensures long term structural integrity.
Vehicle Compatibility
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1986–1989 Toyota 1st Gen 4Runner
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1986–1988 Toyota 2nd Gen Toyota Pickup
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1986-1995 Toyota Pickup & 4Runner
What Is Included
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Shackle pivot gussets, quantity four
Includes enough gussets for one vehicle