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Discussion in '5th Gen 4Runners (2010-2024)' started by Clay, Sep 6, 2017.

  1. Nov 27, 2017 at 2:07 PM
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    I have stock OEM pos tubes from the port when mine was shipped over
     
  2. Nov 27, 2017 at 3:55 PM
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    I have the N-Fabs on my Taco and Predator on my 4R. Both will certainly have an impact on ground clearance...If this is your primary concern, you should opt for sliders instead. Clay
     
  3. Nov 28, 2017 at 7:34 AM
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    Its something that will affect my descion, but i am not rock crawling yet, and probably wont for awhile. However i need something that will allow people who ride in my truck easier, and something to protect against doors are top priority. Besides having a 3 inch lift will help counter the clerance issue.
     
  4. Nov 29, 2017 at 8:13 AM
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    Just installed 3 inch N-Fab nerf bars last night. I really love the flushed look against the 4runner than a little gap.
     
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  5. Nov 29, 2017 at 8:22 AM
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    I changed some lights, tires and tinted windows...mind blowing huh

    I ordered mine yesterday, how long did it take to bolt them up?
     
  6. Nov 29, 2017 at 8:29 AM
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    Pics?
     
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  7. Nov 29, 2017 at 8:55 AM
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    with a basic socket wrench it took about 15 min each side, maybe less to remove stock and bolt on nerf bars. i had my cousin help holding up the bar up when bolting on the nerf bars thouh because the bolts go in a little diagnoal instead of straight up. youll see
     
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  8. Nov 29, 2017 at 8:56 AM
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    ill post them in a little... daddy duties and kinda wanna wash my car since the weather is nice
     
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  9. Nov 30, 2017 at 7:56 PM
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    The predators are listed for 17 and 18 models, i am sure they will work on a 16 since i doubt anything changed?
     
  10. Nov 30, 2017 at 9:08 PM
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    I’m sure that’s the case. You could hold them in place before securing just to be sure.
     
  11. Dec 1, 2017 at 5:14 AM
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    Just some stuff to make mall crawling easier.
    20171124_160628.jpg 20171124_160345.jpg Just picked up our 2018 SR5 Premium last week and the first thing it got was some slider/steps from RCI. Perfect height for the wife and the kick out on the rear acts as an even better platform for the rear seat access.
     
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  12. Dec 1, 2017 at 9:55 AM
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    does anyone have pics of the 3in nerf bar, waht is the main diffrence between the 2in and 3in
     
  13. Dec 1, 2017 at 5:43 PM
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    Pro Predators on TRD Off Road Premium. Easy install. Twelve bolts out, twelve bolts in. Kept my 4Runner Pro wheels from Tacoma.
     
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  14. Dec 2, 2017 at 5:37 AM
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    3" NFab's. Don't know if you still need to see these.

    I really like them...hides the underbody lines, and rugged/practical steps. Well placed especially for back passengers. I don't use them much for front, but use them a lot for roof access.

    IMG_8122.jpg

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  15. Dec 2, 2017 at 4:08 PM
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    im just wondering which would be better on a 3in lift? preadaors from toyota or the nfab?
     
  16. Dec 2, 2017 at 4:37 PM
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    I have had both on my 4Runner. I sold the N-fabs when the Predators became available. I find them more useful as a step. The N-fab front step was placed too far forward for me, especially getting out. I love how they look, though. The Predators are aluminum I think, which is helpful if rust is a concern. I recommend the Predator steps from my experience. Good luck.
     
  17. Dec 4, 2017 at 9:56 AM
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    20171130_143259.jpg
     
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  18. Dec 4, 2017 at 1:21 PM
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    Are you sure those are nfab all the other pics i have seen dont drop that low they usually stick out far, unlike the predator
     
  19. Dec 4, 2017 at 1:24 PM
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    I mean the step says n-fab, the box it came in said n-fab.... maybe the angle of the picture?
     
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  20. Dec 4, 2017 at 1:27 PM
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    I changed some lights, tires and tinted windows...mind blowing huh
    do you have the part number? Maybe another pic from the side and from a little lower, maybe its the angle the pic is at.
     
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  21. Dec 4, 2017 at 1:32 PM
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    Probably is, i was looking at my old mans tundra with the old predators from 2015, and look exactly like n-fab same everything. I wonder if toyota use to offer nfab just with their name on it
     
  22. Dec 4, 2017 at 1:33 PM
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    I changed some lights, tires and tinted windows...mind blowing huh
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    So these look like the 2 inch bar... which should be part #T1464R

    I chose the 3 inch bar which covers the gap in between which is part #T1360R
     
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    i would not think they would have a diffrence? other than just a bigger tube. Also not the best pic but these look like nfab that are the old toyota predators if this is the case after measureing they provide no diffrence from my current boards

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  26. Dec 4, 2017 at 3:26 PM
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    I totally wondered the same thing. These look like a lower drop for the step. I think they look great! Maybe the difference between the 2” and 3” tube???
     
  27. Dec 5, 2017 at 1:11 PM
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    Here are some better photos I just took right now of the nerf bars...

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    Hmm this is strange looking at Ace21 pic from above with his 3in does not seem to drop that low, idk maybe its just me.
     
  29. Dec 29, 2017 at 1:45 PM
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    Forgot to post on here but installed the n-fab 3in

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    So I’ve seen this several times now about the Nfab v. Predator as far as being too far forward step on the Nfab.

    If I may ask, how tall are you? I’m only 5’9” and I wonder if personal height has something to do with it. I know odd question but I’m about to place an order within next couple of days on one of these two and just trying to see what the factor is in the difference for some...I just hate wasting money.
     
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