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Are there seriously no tail light guards available?

Discussion in '5th Gen 4Runners (2010-2024)' started by MountainMan, Oct 18, 2019.

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  1. Jan 31, 2021 at 3:32 AM
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    My gawd, some of you guys are brutal.
    Taste is a personal thing. The OP works hard, saves $$, buys a 4Runner and wants to do what "he" thinks looks good.

    Having said the above, I PERSONALLY hate the damned things. Had 'em on my FJ. They rubbed up against the paint and started rust spots. Washing the truck was a pain, couldn't get my wash mitt in there to properly clean the lens.
     
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    Problematic? What issues have you had?

    There are tons of accessories depending on what you want.

    Cheaply made? Are you talking about the lack of electronic gizmos? Mechanically, they're still considered one of the most reliable vehicles made.


    :laugh:

    I'd hate to see how disappointed someone is going to be if they switch to a Bronco hoping for a less problematic vehicle. o_O
     
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    I believe he was being facetious
     
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  4. Jan 31, 2021 at 6:05 AM
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    It's hard to tell sometimes. You're probably right, and I walked right into it.

    But, it seems like every few weeks on Tacomaworld someone joins the forum just to warn everyone about how unreliable or (insert fake problem here) the 3rd gen Tacomas are. It makes you think people are serious, especially when they're new to the forum.

    I was thinking maybe it was starting to leak into this forum.
     
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  5. Jan 31, 2021 at 9:27 AM
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    2016Pro Why all of the Pro hate?

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    Cya
     
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    The trick is to not touch the 4runner. If you do you will scratch or dent it. I'm with you on not buying another. Once the TuRD rots out, I will restore/build something pre 90's and forget all about the nanny state elections.
     
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  7. Jan 31, 2021 at 12:29 PM
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  8. Jan 31, 2021 at 12:38 PM
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    Something like this?

    c0833df2-6763-48ec-b0df-0ea2515784f5_(1).jpg
     
    Thatbassguy, Jan 31, 2021
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  9. Jan 31, 2021 at 12:39 PM
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    Eibach stage 2, load lifter kit, Maggie w/ OTT tune... Other stuff.
    Like the full-size, but maybe go scout this time.
     
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    Nice!
     
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    May need these if I go with the rago CB antenna mount.
     
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    Easy with the posts homie... they will think you are a bot from some other 4Runner website.
     
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  14. Jan 31, 2021 at 5:52 PM
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    Buy a Fix Or Repair Daily Explorer and go insane with all the problems &recalls. The Bronco should be interesting...Ford needs some good news
     
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    Guards like these are nothing but a snag point to me. I don't like snag points. I can almost hear the sound of sheet metal bending if something gets caught in that pointed bottom corner.
     
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  16. Feb 1, 2021 at 3:00 PM
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    Yeah I’m with you I have already replaced a tail light backing up from a ditch from a tree branch that speared it I think something protective would have saved me a few bucks
    Some of the quotes make me think that a lo pro or full bumper would be useless in their thoughts
     
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  17. May 29, 2022 at 9:39 AM
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    Giggle. A year old. Filled with self righteous elitist asshats proclaiming why they are right. Sounds kinda DNC'ish.

    More so, how are you going to mount them. Wranglers have external bolts to mount to the tub. 3M tape? #giggle.
     
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    I'm so glad no one makes them.
     
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    3 years later .. and there are some solutions

    Tyger Auto Pauldrons Cast Aluminum Alloy TG-TG7T87778
    $117 Tyger Auto Pauldrons Cast Aluminum Alloy Premium Tail Light Guard Covers Compatible with 2014-2024 Toyota 4Runner | Powdered Textured Black | No Drilling Required | TG-TG7T87778
    https://www.amazon.com/Tyger-Auto-Pauldrons-Compatible-TG-TG7T87778/dp/B0DCWPQBS4
    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aHQptiOUsQA
    Tail light guard (generic)
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    Lamin-X (vinyl)
    https://lamin-x.com/toyota-4runner-2014-2024-tail-light-covers.html

    I'm tracking these finds: https://www.4runners.com/threads/information-and-knowledge-sharing.43986/#post-705696
     
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    That’s horrible lol. Light guards are so lame
     
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    ghey
     
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    Saw this thread before I went into grocery store

    Came out to thisIMG_6707.png
    Which came with thisIMG_6708.jpg

    Now I have to go back in for mouthwash

    Side note:
    SALT LIFE SWEET VIBES BITCHEZZZZ

    side note:

    depressed for posting ^that^
     
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    They just get ripped off anyway.

    Besides the 5gen don't need no guards, the lenses are strong as hell. Saved this whole 4Runner from damage. Don't even need to be replaced after that.

    upload_2025-4-15_17-29-56.png
     
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    Made for an interesting read lol. 5 years later the guy is still here complaining about the best vehicle he's ever had.
     
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    I guess something like this could be fabricated for the rear fender, if the owner already has a steel rear bumper and sliders:

    [​IMG]
     
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    JFC I missed that the first time around. I've laid some rants down in my time boy - but that one, over the roof crossbars, was epic.

    I wonder if he ever figured out that was 100% user error?
     
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    glwood54 Stop making me buy stuff!

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    Two posts total, both epic rants about nothing.
     
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