Can't wait for next part, where you put back good body on the frame same way you took bad one off but in reverse: Cut it to pieces, reassemble on frame and weld it back :D
I’m so glad I found your channel from the million mile Lexus build between the Lexus and now a 4 Runner build you are now my favorite RUclips and can’t wait for Toyota Lexus videos on my feed… I just bought a 1998 Lexus GS300 i dropped $7000 into so far to restore it mechanically now I’m working on the exterior unfortunately not the best at body work like I am with mechanical aspect so it’s going to be a learning experience and all while I’m saving for a second dream car of mine a 4 Runner or if I find one for the right price a Land Cruiser to also restore when I’m done with my Lexus and I’m going to build it into an overlanding rigg… Happy af I found you’re channel bro…
Thanks so much! Hopefully my little tips and tricks can help with your body work, just takes practice like everything. I appreciate you coming by, hope you enjoy!
@@ElseasWorld Np bro deff taking in everything you been doing to the Lexus but while my Lexus wasn’t nearly as bad as the million mile still enough if I want everything perfect lol can’t wait to see the painting an buffing part of the Lexus series if you managed to film that
That 4Runner is beautiful! I’m looking forward to seeing you get it onto the straight frame. You made removing the damaged body from the frame look significantly less intimidating than I thought it would be. I always learn something new when I watch. Keep up the great work!
I like your videos and format. Your in the top 5 of my favorites that I check daily for new content. Tavarish , Jack, Hoovie , Matt A. , and you. Great work. Ahh I forgot to mention Car Wizard. Top 6 car guys I enjoy.
Score! We got 550,000kms out of our 96 limited up here in salty Ontario. Had to patch the floors and fix the rear pan bars. Kinda weird suspension on these And the rear hatch window arms/motors rot out super easy so give them a spray of undercoat. Great trucks. Almost never see them anymore on the road here in Canada I think they will go up in value soon
Good to see you have been keeping busy whilst waiting for the Lexus. Going to be interesting stripping down the 4Runner in order to put the donor frame on without a lift, Can't exactly cut that one up the same way. Think you might need a lift. Keep up the great work Michael
Love that your joke cricket was actually a grasshopper lmao! EDIT: I also can't believe you accredited Saliva instead of Papa Roach! What have you against insects!!
@@ElseasWorld Lmao! All good man, just giving ya hell. Love the content, you're on to amazing stuff. From one small channel to another, keep up the hard work!
This 4Runner is very clean, and appears to be accident free, but it appears that what caused the frame to bend was while towing a very heavy object suddenly and in the wrong way.
Find it fascinating that the dash looks similar to my 01 Camry. Toyota really just reused so much stuff between the models. Although we didn't get that one in aus.
We never officially got the 3rd gen (or later) 4Runner here in Europe, shame since I always liked them, especially in that lovely green color. Instead we got the Land Cruiser Prado (badged just Land Cruiser in my home market) which is cool, but not 3rd gen 4Runner cool.
Where are the vids bro? Been almost a month figured you’d have some vid up between the Lexus and 4 Runner lol you’re my fav channel ATP and decided to come check bc haven’t seen a video in a while and thought maybe RUclips glitched an unsubbed me or didn’t show me when you posted 😂 Can’t wait for the projects bro
Still alive! 4Runner video coming soon, Lexus is coming along great but of course is taking way longer than expected. That car needed so much body work 😅. Next two video I’m working on with be big!
Since that one is so clean a total frame replacement makes sense, but 99% of third gen of 4runner I see in my shop are so used up, that frame would have gotten a "that'll do pig" straightening 😉
@Elsea IT'S MISSING ONE MAJOR PART, THE LOWER BODY COLORED WRAP AROUND FACOTRY STEP BARS! IT LOOKS NAKED WITHOUT IT.... IF YOU CAN FIND THEM, THIS 4RUNNER WILL BE 100% PERFECT!
6k for a bent frame seems a bit steep, but it looks like you’re helping the dude out as well. Either way the guy was going to loose money. At least he’s not at a complete loss and this will make for some great content.
I think with the minty interior it’ll pull a premium (I hope 😅) But yes it’ll be a fun project to share with everyone and put another great 3rd gen safely back on the road!
No it’s not at all bro I can’t find a rust bucket 2000 4 Runner for less than $4000 by me unless it’s rusted out has tons of leaks and needs tons of repairs let alone the one he just bought is full leather fully loaded low miles exterior is mint and tons of expensive parts on it I guarantee it’ll pull exactly what the old owner said on cars and bids I’m guessing he’ll get more than $15k if the mileage is right
S0I look in my area they're all over the place 2500 bucks clean clean title ready to drive pass inspection full leather power everything AC ready to go 2500 2800 4500 ??????
Just use the razor blade without the handle. Wrap it in thick paper. Or just buy the damn tool. Probably recoop the money from first windshield. I think you just need a special blade for the sawzall;) dunno I didn really do this before. Good job on taking the thing apart. Seemed like nothing to you
Roll tide! Are you in Alabama rebuilding the Lexus? I missed the location the first watch I googled the shop and it’s in Trussville. The seller seems like a nice guy. Then I thought I heard him say Boozers who might be Boozers cruisers.
Also if you need old Lexus parts or Toyota parts near Birmingham. There was a Toyota and Lexus only junkyard south of Birmingham call led Grahams or something similar. About 20 years back I bought a LS400 wheel cover center for my dad’s car and I bought the parts to do a manual hub swap on my 2001 Tacoma and some other friends bought Toyota stuff like a taco bed. The people working there were not nice or helpful and the prices sucked but they had a nice collection of Toyota 4 x4 trucks and suvs and lexus stuff.
@@ElseasWorld awesome. I wish you success on your videos and have enjoyed watching them. I’ll make sure and keep up with you. I live in Destin now but Birmingham is a great area I miss and enjoy visiting a few times a year. Sounds odd to say but it’s a nice place to drive around
I have a serious(ly dumb) question. Can't you straighten the bent frame on one of those frame machines? I'm just asking because I don't know how on earth you are going to get that body swapped over to the good frame with no lift. Unless you plan to cut that one up into smaller pieces and stitch it back together on the new frame (no judgement if you do)
We looked at the carfax and it shows it was hit on the side a few years ago, assuming it hit right on the wheel and bent it. We are pretty confused ourselves but maybe it will reveal more when the body is off!
Back on the Million Mile Lexus next episode, here’s a sneak peek of what’s next! Thanks for watching and please subscribe!
Just a heads up 4WD and 2WD frames are slightly different in their transmission cross member placement.
no more videos ???? 1 month waiting !!!
You stripped that truck so fast, a 80's New York chop shop would be proud.
🤣
Your laid-back, no bullshit style is so easy to watch. Keep up the great content mate.
Can't wait for next part, where you put back good body on the frame same way you took bad one off but in reverse: Cut it to pieces, reassemble on frame and weld it back :D
🤣🤣
this the one lmao
Oh you’re the perfect RUclipsr for me. I’ve got a 98 ls400 and a 01 4runner. Next I need you to buy a first get crv haha
I’m so glad I found your channel from the million mile Lexus build between the Lexus and now a 4 Runner build you are now my favorite RUclips and can’t wait for Toyota Lexus videos on my feed… I just bought a 1998 Lexus GS300 i dropped $7000 into so far to restore it mechanically now I’m working on the exterior unfortunately not the best at body work like I am with mechanical aspect so it’s going to be a learning experience and all while I’m saving for a second dream car of mine a 4 Runner or if I find one for the right price a Land Cruiser to also restore when I’m done with my Lexus and I’m going to build it into an overlanding rigg… Happy af I found you’re channel bro…
Thanks so much! Hopefully my little tips and tricks can help with your body work, just takes practice like everything. I appreciate you coming by, hope you enjoy!
@@ElseasWorld Np bro deff taking in everything you been doing to the Lexus but while my Lexus wasn’t nearly as bad as the million mile still enough if I want everything perfect lol can’t wait to see the painting an buffing part of the Lexus series if you managed to film that
Man, feel bad for your buddy - beautiful looking truck in great shape other than the frame issue. You stole it 😄
Bob Ross was THE ASMR guy for painting, youre rapidly becoming the same for car guys. Loving your presenting style and humour .. Thanks for the vid
Thank you for the high praises, I don’t feel worthy but hopefully soon I’ll be on that level! ♥️
🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 wow 😂😂😂😂
Here comes the projects!!! I’m here for it, let’s go!!!
That 4Runner is beautiful! I’m looking forward to seeing you get it onto the straight frame. You made removing the damaged body from the frame look significantly less intimidating than I thought it would be. I always learn something new when I watch. Keep up the great work!
Great new project. 4 Runners are the best. Keep the content coming. You got this!!
Great work .. I have a gen 2 3V6 🇬🇧 that had 5yrs that needs love , given me inspiration 😎
Just found this video because I follow narrow path automotive on Facebook, definitely subbed and can’t wait to see the progress you make!
Very very very nice project
Big big big like
Your channel will be booming🎉
I like your videos and format. Your in the top 5 of my favorites that I check daily for new content. Tavarish , Jack, Hoovie , Matt A. , and you. Great work. Ahh I forgot to mention Car Wizard. Top 6 car guys I enjoy.
I’m nowhere near that level but I greatly appreciate the compliment 😁😁😁
Score! We got 550,000kms out of our 96 limited up here in salty Ontario. Had to patch the floors and fix the rear pan bars. Kinda weird suspension on these
And the rear hatch window arms/motors rot out super easy so give them a spray of undercoat.
Great trucks. Almost never see them anymore on the road here in Canada
I think they will go up in value soon
It looks like you are having fun, really happy for you when I come to Bama I hope I can pay a visit to your shop.
rust protect the other frame!
That green paint is beautiful. The worst color is black/gray/silver/white - zero character.
Agreed, and for whatever reason I never get tired of the "hunter green" colors, it's something different and like you said it just has character!
This is a project I won't miss! Love me a 4runner. Cheers from Brazil
Am a huge Toyota fan and your channel always puts a huge smile on my face! Keep up the amazing work!
Good to see you have been keeping busy whilst waiting for the Lexus. Going to be interesting stripping down the 4Runner in order to put the donor frame on without a lift, Can't exactly cut that one up the same way. Think you might need a lift.
Keep up the great work Michael
Michael Elsea is the man! Love these videos
Don't forget to LIKE and Subscribe to his channel please. It helps him make more content and invest in the channel.
Love your work Michael!! Can't wait to see how the 4Runner goes! Big fan of yours from Australia here!!!
Good shit mate 👍
Keep these extra projects coming! So cool. Montage’s on point. 😁 Liked, and commented! Nice work, Michael.
@16:21 just the firewall and the windscreen on the frame makes it look really cool 😎 🥰 amazing work and great video 🥰😍❤️
Love that your joke cricket was actually a grasshopper lmao!
EDIT: I also can't believe you accredited Saliva instead of Papa Roach! What have you against insects!!
Ah yeah I messed that one up lol
@@ElseasWorld Lmao! All good man, just giving ya hell. Love the content, you're on to amazing stuff. From one small channel to another, keep up the hard work!
Hes beginning to believe. The projects will be non stop now 😅
Hahaha let's fix on some cars IM READY BABY!!!
@@ElseasWorld hell yea brother!
Awesome, really look forward to seeing the next episodes of this project
You inspired me to buy a 2000 Lexus ES300. Found one with 50k and it's incredible. Hoping to keep and maintain it for a very long time.
They just don’t stop, keep that oil changed and it’ll treat you right!
I like that you challenge yourself with crazy projects. watching from Florida. everyone is routing for you.
I appreciate that! 😁
This 4Runner is very clean, and appears to be accident free, but it appears that what caused the frame to bend was while towing a very heavy object suddenly and in the wrong way.
Find it fascinating that the dash looks similar to my 01 Camry. Toyota really just reused so much stuff between the models. Although we didn't get that one in aus.
Big fan of your content❤. Hope to see a Toyota Mark II JZX100 build as well❤🔥
Love it can't wait to see what you do with this toyota
I built a 3rd gen, they are great! Easy to work on and fun to drive I look forward to this build
Loving it. Keep the projects coming!!!
You are turning into a Hoovie that can actually fix his own hoopties!
You got it mixed up. Saliva wrote a song about your supercharged c6... "Click, Click, BOOM!!!"
Ah man that one cuts deep 🤣😂
@@ElseasWorld I'm pretty sure every nu-metal band wrote a song about a Corvette, at some point.
4runner 3er gen content !!!! count me in 😂😂😂
Make yourself two a frame s and.get a good rsj....between them...either a manual chain hoist or electric winch...cheap cheerful and works.
I bought my 3rd gen from Rome about a year ago at his old location, great dude.
Oh small world, he’s definitely a solid dude!
We never officially got the 3rd gen (or later) 4Runner here in Europe, shame since I always liked them, especially in that lovely green color. Instead we got the Land Cruiser Prado (badged just Land Cruiser in my home market) which is cool, but not 3rd gen 4Runner cool.
Where are the vids bro? Been almost a month figured you’d have some vid up between the Lexus and 4 Runner lol you’re my fav channel ATP and decided to come check bc haven’t seen a video in a while and thought maybe RUclips glitched an unsubbed me or didn’t show me when you posted 😂
Can’t wait for the projects bro
Still alive! 4Runner video coming soon, Lexus is coming along great but of course is taking way longer than expected. That car needed so much body work 😅. Next two video I’m working on with be big!
Man that car is just a bit scratched 😂😂😂 great new project congratulations on the purchase 😂😂😂
Nice work!
Since that one is so clean a total frame replacement makes sense, but 99% of third gen of 4runner I see in my shop are so used up, that frame would have gotten a "that'll do pig" straightening 😉
I also have an 01 4Runner in imperial mica jade, and a 97 LS400. Keep up the great content 🫡
You have nice taste! 🤌
Love it Mike
Thanks brother hope you’ve been doing well!
anyone tell you you resemble the F1 Champion Jenson Button?
@Elsea IT'S MISSING ONE MAJOR PART, THE LOWER BODY COLORED WRAP AROUND FACOTRY STEP BARS! IT LOOKS NAKED WITHOUT IT.... IF YOU CAN FIND THEM, THIS 4RUNNER WILL BE 100% PERFECT!
I’ll keep an eye out for them!
Man I love that 4 Runner and damn that is so clean and fine. Please dont put this on the back burner until the lexus is finished !
I’ll work fast!
That thing is so perfect you may wanna keep it
Don’t tell me that, I get attached to cars way too easily!
Greetings from the far away land of Pell City. Looking forward to this new project.
Home of Dega! Welcome to the channel!
Watching you has me wondering, who would be the friendliest car youtuber, Rob Dalm, You or Hert??🤔
You should sell merch. I'd buy some merch to get you some money. :p
hey could you restore my 02 is300 after the ls400 LOL i love the videos dude
I’m surprised you can’t straighten the frame on the existing car.
awesome video!
6k for a bent frame seems a bit steep, but it looks like you’re helping the dude out as well. Either way the guy was going to loose money. At least he’s not at a complete loss and this will make for some great content.
I think with the minty interior it’ll pull a premium (I hope 😅) But yes it’ll be a fun project to share with everyone and put another great 3rd gen safely back on the road!
No it’s not at all bro I can’t find a rust bucket 2000 4 Runner for less than $4000 by me unless it’s rusted out has tons of leaks and needs tons of repairs let alone the one he just bought is full leather fully loaded low miles exterior is mint and tons of expensive parts on it I guarantee it’ll pull exactly what the old owner said on cars and bids I’m guessing he’ll get more than $15k if the mileage is right
I’ve seen zero 4 runners sell this cheap since I actually started looking he got a deal and a half on something this clean
S0I look in my area they're all over the place 2500 bucks clean clean title ready to drive pass inspection full leather power everything AC ready to go 2500 2800 4500 ??????
@@devilsreject78 where?
good content, brotha!
Benpak get this man a lift!
I feel sorry for the part Lexus She looks so sad watching what happens to her .😢
New frame need to be refurbished 🤠
Just use the razor blade without the handle. Wrap it in thick paper. Or just buy the damn tool. Probably recoop the money from first windshield. I think you just need a special blade for the sawzall;) dunno I didn really do this before. Good job on taking the thing apart. Seemed like nothing to you
“Check out what people do to cars…..”
Puts a LS in a Supra 😂.
Awesome video bro looking forward to seeing you work your magic on the 4Runner
Hey that was reversible damage to that Supra! 🤣😂
So if you had to chop the old body to get it off, how will you get the new one on?
oh that 4 runner looks so clean for 6 grand and for a new second hand frame easy can sell for 14k
Will the 2WD frame work with the 4WD swap?
14:04 ummm that would be a parody of Papa Roach(Last Resort), NOT Saliva
Roll tide!
Are you in Alabama rebuilding the Lexus?
I missed the location the first watch
I googled the shop and it’s in Trussville. The seller seems like a nice guy. Then I thought I heard him say Boozers who might be Boozers cruisers.
Also if you need old Lexus parts or Toyota parts near Birmingham. There was a Toyota and Lexus only junkyard south of Birmingham call led Grahams or something similar. About 20 years back I bought a LS400 wheel cover center for my dad’s car and I bought the parts to do a manual hub swap on my 2001 Tacoma and some other friends bought Toyota stuff like a taco bed. The people working there were not nice or helpful and the prices sucked but they had a nice collection of Toyota 4 x4 trucks and suvs and lexus stuff.
Yup I’m in bama and it is the same boozer from boozers cruisers!
@@ElseasWorld awesome. I wish you success on your videos and have enjoyed watching them. I’ll make sure and keep up with you.
I live in Destin now but Birmingham is a great area I miss and enjoy visiting a few times a year. Sounds odd to say but it’s a nice place to drive around
Hope to see you get that lift!
Same, my back hurts 😂
How did they bent the frame on that thing, was it in a bad accident?
You are crazy, I wouldn't know where to start. Insane.
I usually don’t know where to start either, just throw a lot of stuff at the wall and see what sticks 😅
@@ElseasWorld Well from what I have seen so far, whatever you throw, seems to stick.
I love your videos
get this money brooooo
Loose body mount visible? At 3:06 min into video
Certainly looked like it
I have a serious(ly dumb) question. Can't you straighten the bent frame on one of those frame machines? I'm just asking because I don't know how on earth you are going to get that body swapped over to the good frame with no lift. Unless you plan to cut that one up into smaller pieces and stitch it back together on the new frame (no judgement if you do)
You can but this one is bent in such a weird spot and weird way. Would rather just swap it out with one ready to go!
the parts 4 runner is still cleaner then any 4 runner in my area lol
😂
Just hoping the plan to put the good body on the good frame isn’t to cutting it up as well 🤣
This is exciting
Next video... 4Runner chassis swap !!!! No Lexus !!!! Please !🙏🏻
Please restore this and keep it
How does one bend a frame with no body damage?
We looked at the carfax and it shows it was hit on the side a few years ago, assuming it hit right on the wheel and bent it. We are pretty confused ourselves but maybe it will reveal more when the body is off!
Don't worry I fixed your video title for you with DeArrow.
Um.... Last Resort was a Papa Roach song not Saliva.
these cars need to stay with the channel lol
How in the heck was the frame "Bad"? I know you need content but how come you didn't take it to a frame shop?
DEFF CALLED PAPA ROACH SALIVA HAHAHAHA
Uhhh 😅
that steering rack area looks fragile for such car
not fix the frame ??
Someone please help this channel get a lift 😊
New family ride?
you alive bro???? been almost a month.. My friends and I actually mis your show.. and curious as to what you'v4e been up to? Let us know brother ;)
Yup. He said few more days and nothing. Crickets
I think you meant papa roach last resort
Commenting for the algorithm
How did this guy spend all this money without seeing the bent frame?
Bent frame 3 grand most
I dig your weird energy