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What have you done to your 5th Gen 4Runner today?

Discussion in '5th Gen 4Runners (2010-2024)' started by Bob, Jul 24, 2016.

  1. Nov 24, 2021 at 3:09 AM
    DallasTRDPro

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    I was starting to get some of the dreaded clunking in my Fox suspension, but could only hear it every time I drove in my parking garage. I highly doubt I would have been able to get them fixed under those circumstances. So that made it easier to sell it. It had quite a few dings, scratches and chips. It would be out of warranty by now. One thing I miss is the sliding cargo tray. I'm going to have to build a platform to make a flat floor. I made money on the Pro and then made money on the Outback, but I have spent most of that buying new stuff for this 4R. At the moment this 4R is a lease which I'm pretty sure I will go over the miles, but since I have never kept a vehicle for 2 years I figured this was a better route. Plus its a write-off for my business. I'm not doing any permanent mods that can't be reversed. This will allow me to see what the 6th Gen has to offer.

    At the end of the day, I don't miss the Pro because I feel like the SR5P is the same thing on a daily basis minus the Pro badge. This Nautical Blue color has really grown on me and stands out much more than the MGM. I'm just happy to be driving another 4R, but if I had to do this all again I would have just stayed with the Pro. What I did learn is I don't like Subarus and it didn't cost me any money to learn that lesson.
     
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  2. Nov 24, 2021 at 4:22 AM
    Chucklehead

    Chucklehead Enjoy the ride! You only get one trip

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    Im diggin your make shift open sided paint booth!
     
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  3. Nov 24, 2021 at 6:10 AM
    T4R13

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    Get 2 guys to help while you pin it lol. Thing is heavy, I banged it all over the front hitting finders and all for 20 min lol
     
  4. Nov 24, 2021 at 6:11 AM
    T4R13

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    Harbor freight special $150!
     
  5. Nov 24, 2021 at 6:18 AM
    YetiMtnBkr

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    Well said and good to know! I have had my Pro for six months and 9,600 miles now. I really like it and am pleased with my good fortune to have found a LR Pro ($2,000 above MSRP). I probably would have been more inclined to modify a ORP and feel less compelled to modify the Pro. I am fine with the current look and feel. I am also self employed, so the tax write off was another reason I felt I could justify the cost of a Pro versus the ORP.
     
  6. Nov 24, 2021 at 7:47 AM
    T4R13

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    In need of some spc’s

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  7. Nov 24, 2021 at 9:59 AM
    T4Rrunning

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    Hikeit X9 controller finally installed. The throttle cable connector was giving me issues coming out. It was way easier when I removed the gas pedal.

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  8. Nov 24, 2021 at 10:57 AM
    kmeeg

    kmeeg LionRunner

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    Not on my 4R but thought it might be worth sharing..

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  9. Nov 24, 2021 at 11:05 AM
    kmeeg

    kmeeg LionRunner

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    Same here. Regular key with chip is much safer against vehicle theft as well vs key fobs IMO.

    I even liked the old key as it stay on the key hole vs key fobs I have to keep in a cup holder or something if I wear shorts or anything with pockets that are not tight keys will fall in between the seat and center storage area.
     
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  10. Nov 24, 2021 at 11:16 AM
    ian408

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    That's why it's best to wire accessories to their own circuits. I would bet there's a way to recalibrate the accessory draw but more than likely, your aftermarket headlights are the problem. Either they draw too much current or act in ways the ECU doesn't recognize. I would likely install something like a SPOD controller for accessory lighting and not wire anything, other than the SPOD trigger wire, to the vehicle wiring harness.

    Put a breaker between the SPOD and battery and you can completely eliminate your accessories and any issue can be quickly isolated.

    My recommendation would be to disconnect the battery for 15-20 minutes. See what happens when you reconnect.
    But to address your question about not turning off, this will happen if you leave it in gear and turn it off. Try just getting out and taking the key with you--lock the vehicle.
     
  11. Nov 24, 2021 at 11:48 AM
    kmeeg

    kmeeg LionRunner

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    I got old school relay connected to main battery with a fuse and have a oem style switch for my lights.

    Headlights are stock though. Not a fan of aftermarket housings.

    Did not feel comfortable with complicated switching systems like SPOD or anything like that.
     
  12. Nov 24, 2021 at 12:04 PM
    ian408

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    Think of the switch systems as preconfigured relays. Got a set of lights? Mount them and run two wires to the device and you're done. It's literally that easy. No wires to push through to the cabin (except for the panel). No fuses (the device is fused). So much easier. I did this for my Tacoma and couldn't be happier.
     
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  13. Nov 24, 2021 at 1:17 PM
    kmeeg

    kmeeg LionRunner

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    Thank goodness you are safe and not having to tell a bad story like "The day before thanks giving......"


    Meanwhile I have a story like "I got the entire thanks giving week off but my kiddo got cold and cough from Sunday trail run with snow, now I have to sit at home watching TV and giving her cold medication...." :frustrated:
     
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  14. Nov 24, 2021 at 1:19 PM
    ElectroBoy

    ElectroBoy Ad astra

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    You have to work on your swerving technique!
     
  15. Nov 24, 2021 at 1:45 PM
    banjos-n-beer

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    Finally registered it. Went with fresh plates too. That’ll be a 2 beer install job tomorrow morning. :cool:

    holiday surcharge to myself.
     
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  16. Nov 24, 2021 at 1:58 PM
    banjos-n-beer

    banjos-n-beer New Member

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    Not here on the coast, but it’s starting to arrive in mountains and up north. Soon though. Can’t wait!
     
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  17. Nov 24, 2021 at 2:52 PM
    newlife

    newlife Not all who wander are ...... squirrel

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    Getting it ready for a winter camping adventure trying to find this abandoned railroad bridge, eternal flame, and one specific waterfall this weekend. Supposed to be 23° at night so should really put a test to our zero bags, rumple blankets and heated blanket. My biggest concern is forgetting to turn the battery warmer on.
     
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  18. Nov 24, 2021 at 3:34 PM
    Jynarik

    Jynarik I like boobies

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    nice dude! Mine should be here next week
     
  19. Nov 24, 2021 at 4:05 PM
    T4R13

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    Thanks man, you decide to paint it yourself?
     
  20. Nov 24, 2021 at 6:41 PM
    kmeeg

    kmeeg LionRunner

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    Just another little test I did on headlights.
    (Just sharing if there is any value. Not sure because 1 LED bulbs does not represent all.)

    https://youtu.be/nGfn-ArkqT0
     
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  21. Nov 24, 2021 at 8:03 PM
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    Ome 285/70/17/17 KM3's C4 lo pro with bd 30" and badlands 1200 wench, RCI full skids, RSG angled sliders, SS3 Amber pro's, Taco Vinyl heritage grille.
    RSGsliders3.jpg RSGsliders2.jpg RSG Sliders showed up this week. Challenging install solo with kdss. Amazing quality great company.

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  22. Nov 25, 2021 at 3:10 AM
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    I think the wife’s Runner looks BADASS !
    Much more aggressive stance/ look
    Especially with the Patagonia’s - she’s not thrilled about the “ride” of the M/T but she loves the look and the fact that her truck now is bigger then my Tundra

    Psssss… not for long - saving up for the Ironman pro kit - hopefully Tundra will be rolling on 35’s by spring
     
  23. Nov 25, 2021 at 5:36 AM
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  24. Nov 25, 2021 at 9:23 AM
    Spygoat

    Spygoat Scooter Trash

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    We installed the Start-X remote start, interior LED lights, dog paw print license plate frames and a white TRD badge on the grille to match the white ones on the side of the TRD Sport.

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  25. Nov 25, 2021 at 4:35 PM
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    newlife Not all who wander are ...... squirrel

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    Re did our first aid/ trauma kit moved the fire extinguisher, added some power outlets included 3 high powered usb, 1 usb c, 1 12v, and not pictured is a 3 plug 110 for our inverter. Finally got the shore charger relocated from under the hood to the back since the battery is now inside as well. Then re wired our switch panel up front and made those two high powered USB’s always on as well. 0BB14E11-ADA5-4989-AA27-798A247E6C82.jpg

    the plan for the next day off that we aren’t camping is to get a port put in to run the wires behind the plastic wheel well and into the cubby
     
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  26. Nov 25, 2021 at 5:57 PM
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    Those Lasfit fog lights have good output. You should installed them on the 2021 w/OEM LED headlights. I’d like to see how they look.
     
  27. Nov 25, 2021 at 5:58 PM
    Trail Addict

    Trail Addict Professional Driver on a Closed Course

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    Drove it for the first time (its the wife's rig)
     
  28. Nov 25, 2021 at 6:33 PM
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    Ordered bilstein 6112s and Diode Dynamics SS3s for my yet to arrive 22 ORP lol.

    It'll go on the pile of crap I have for it. Apparently due to arrive Dec 7-12.
     
  29. Nov 25, 2021 at 6:50 PM
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    Too many….Is that a thing?
    Got it dirty. Delivery last Friday and tint installed Saturday. + Hikeit and fog tint


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  30. Nov 25, 2021 at 10:56 PM
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    It was pretty easy to take off the hood scoop. Took it off to wrap in black to cut the glare. There are four 10mm (I think) nuts under the hood and an orange clip in the middle. There’s also a couple blue clips that I broke, but you don’t really need them.

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