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

Took the SR5 badges off. Did the H11 to H9 low beam swap. The H9s are definitely brighter. Very happy with it. I have some Plasti-dipping to do next along with installing my DD SS3 ditch lights and Trigger Controller.

 

Changed the transmission and rear diff oil this weekend.

Saved the front diff and transfer case for next weekend.

 

I need to do the same thing too.

 

Pretty easy stuff. I just did a cold drain and fill on the transmission so I didn't have to mess with warming it up to temp and doing the overflow procedure.

You'll need a hand pump (or squeeze bottles) if you don't already have one.

Make sure to get the appropriate crush washers and/or o-rings.

 

Yeah. That is a weird procedure they make us do now. I usually do it cold by weight unless there was leakage. Another way the dealerships are trying to get cars in as dealer only service

 

Changed the oil, filter and lubed the u-joints and slip shafts.

 

I know its hard to see, but the "O's" are upside down. Turn them around and they will space out evenly.

 

Installed my Ironman awning w/ the quick release brackets this weekend.

 

The quick release brackets are definitely worth it. You can take the awning on or off in seconds. Get a couple of pad locks with an oblong shackle and you can lock your awning to your rig using the holes in the brackets.

 

Added amber film for ghetto fog lights. Looks decent enough, and should hold up since my fogs run cool.

 

first time using my dslr + lightroom in a couple of years. can't wait to do some proper shooting over thanksgiving break when i take it wheeling.

 

Added the Husky cargo mat, even though we don’t have a husky.

 

Husky floor liners too!

 

Dobie cargo mat?

 

Doobie mat?

 

Good news, the trailer brakes work!

 

Added the glare deflector from Chris on this site. I think it turned out nice. Even used the 4runner decal.

 

I throw that 4Runner in there instead of just wasting the material! Always looks good on the White! Thanks!

 

Added Weathertech front and rear mats.

 

Tell me about your trailer. How well does the 4Runner handle it?

 

It is a 2018 StarCraft Autumn Ridge 17TH. It’s dry weight is just a hair under 3,600lbs and the tongue weight is 434, so I am at the limits of this truck here!

In all honesty it tows surprisingly well! A little bouncy but it just seems more exaggerated than how it already drives without a trailer. I have towed all sorts of good combinations and crap combos (have a Class A CDL) and I was expecting worse from the 4Runner.

This weekend will be its first trip on the highway so we’ll see. I plan to just take it easy though, I am in no hurry.

 

Do you have a weight distribution hitch? That helped my 4Runner out a lot. It removed that bouncy feeling.

 

I do. Maybe I should try to/see if I am able to remove another link from it and see if that helps. I am also raising the ball on my truck about 1.5” too and maybe that may make a difference too.

 

Not mine but looks good. Anyone have these on a 4R?


Almost searched in Amazon but again my brain said "don't leave any clue, element of surprise.."

 

Not sure where to get those little ones but for those interested, here's a place you get full size ones, bought one for the 4runner gate but the tint is dark to show. I'll put it on my tundra back window someday.

http://www.gunshadowdecals.com/

 

Add new Fuel wheels

 

You mean a "Break Into My Car, Please" sticker?

 

Yeah that's true..

 

I have that same Victory 4x4 shelf. I made my own side molle panels though. Awesome shelf.