First, my confession. I am really biased toward my 4x4 manual and have difficulty comprehending an FJ equipped with anything else.
But I would like to expand my understanding of the universe and am curious as to why you would go with 4x2. I am not trying to be an a$$, I would just like to know. Lets here why prerunner is 'da bomb
I have a Prerunner Tacoma so I'll tell you why I bought it instead of 4x4.
My main reason for considering a 4x4 was for beach driving and light Off Roading. I decided that a 2wd with a locker would be sufficient for my needs while retaining somewhat better fuel mileage. And I was correct. I still haven't got my Taco stuck. And I'm still running the POS Rugged Trails.
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Well, ok I admit that this is my daily driver and I had no intentions to mod. I wanted something capable if I ever would need it. I traded in my Navigator which was 4X4. Well, after joining this forum, the mod bug got me. I was inspired after seeing some of your rigs (AceTecno, Wrigman etc...).
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I didn't think about it when it was purchased But I think it is good enough for me. I don't go offroad that much, and when I do, what I have is sufficient.
haha similar thoughts of cheap along with,
It doesn't snow in Florida. I already have a money pit, this was just going to be the support vehicle to haul stuff tow the drift car and get me places to mountain bike, rock climb, kayak and whatever else.
I'm more into the RWD race/drift car kind of modifying,
BUT, there is always AirtoAir's FJ
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'07 FJC Ti silver 4x2 on steelies, spidertrax spacers and 4x4 springs
'91 240sx (modded to hell and back drift whore)
I have a Prerunner Tacoma so I'll tell you why I bought it instead of 4x4.
My main reason for considering a 4x4 was for beach driving and light Off Roading. I decided that a 2wd with a locker would be sufficient for my needs while retaining somewhat better fuel mileage. And I was correct. I still haven't got my Taco stuck. And I'm still running the POS Rugged Trails.
On the beach, tires are everything. 4x4 means nothing!
I really liked the FJ but was WAY upside down on my Expedition during trade in to afford the 4x4. So instead of keeping the POS I upgraded to the FJ and am happy with what I have. Don't get me wrong I am jealous of all of the trail runs and pics you 4x4ers put up, but I figure if I want to go that route I will trade in or mod out someday.
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1991 F-22 Acft 007 "License to Kill" Air Force Crew Chief
2008 FJ Sand Storm
2003 20th A/E VW GTi Jazz Blue
1965 Mustang, awaiting $$$ to put it back together
Well, ok I admit that this is my daily driver and I had no intentions to mod. I wanted something capable if I ever would need it. I traded in my Navigator which was 4X4. Well, after joining this forum, the mod bug got me. I was inspired after seeing some of your rigs (AceTecno, Wrigman etc...).
EXACTLY!!! I wanted the BC so bad that I settled for the 4x2. I don't intend to ever do hard core off roading so my thoughts were the same as yours. I sometimes regret that I settled but you know what, I think I would do the same thing again as I don't want to take my truck that I dearly love and put him in danger. I intend to be driving the CG for a VERY long time.
Kim
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neworleansparrothead
Black Cherry '07 4x2
Convenience Package, OEM Roof Rack with Coleman rack on the front. OEM Predator Bars, RR Diff Lock, MPac System,
Garmin Nuvi 350 GPS, SS Exhaust Tip, PIAA Headlights. Cabin Lights, FJammer, FJ Brushed Door Sill Guards, Wet Okole FJ Seat covers, 3" OME Lift with Bridgestone 285 Dueler AT Revos on 17" stock rims. Blacked out and loving the look!!!! Member of the white Bezel club! Next mod... black out those stock alloys! Layton????
I really liked the FJ but was WAY upside down on my Expedition during trade in to afford the 4x4. So instead of keeping the POS I upgraded to the FJ and am happy with what I have. Don't get me wrong I am jealous of all of the trail runs and pics you 4x4ers put up, but I figure if I want to go that route I will trade in or mod out someday.
I had an Expedition too. I was the really cool Soccer mom. I wanted to downsize and always wanted a LandCruiser, so.........
Kim
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neworleansparrothead
Black Cherry '07 4x2
Convenience Package, OEM Roof Rack with Coleman rack on the front. OEM Predator Bars, RR Diff Lock, MPac System,
Garmin Nuvi 350 GPS, SS Exhaust Tip, PIAA Headlights. Cabin Lights, FJammer, FJ Brushed Door Sill Guards, Wet Okole FJ Seat covers, 3" OME Lift with Bridgestone 285 Dueler AT Revos on 17" stock rims. Blacked out and loving the look!!!! Member of the white Bezel club! Next mod... black out those stock alloys! Layton????
2007 Silver Ti FJC, AT, Pre-Runner 
But I think it is good enough for me. I don't go offroad that much, and when I do, what I have is sufficient.
VooDoo blue, 4X2, gobi ladder, Nitto terra grappler tires on stock wheels, tail light covers, DVD, K&N filter, factory tow hitch, roof light bar w/ 4 130w KC daylighters, spacer lift kit fr & rr, All-Pro front winch bumper w/ large light bar, Mile Marker 8000 lb Winch, ARB rear air locker, Maplight Kit fr swissarmysuv, ScangaugeII, Recaro car seat for baby boy FJ.
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