My 2021 Venture OEM+ Build

Took me almost 4 years, but I’m happy to say that my build almost complete! So I figured that I’d start posting my build.
(I’ll keep the notes short)

I only do trails with an OnX difficulty rating of 7 or lower.

The vision I have is just a OEM+ vibe. Clean, subtle, and capable.

I consider this a ‘budget’ build since I got everything on sale, or used for a great deal over the past 4 years.

2021 Venture Edition Build
Necessary

1. Suspension - Icon 2.5” diameter shocks w/ remote reservoir, UCA’s, icon rear springs (2.5” front lift, 2” lift rear), lower trail arms, adjustable track bar
   • Why the shocks w/ resi? I live in a hot desert. Hot desert + summer heat = ‘shock fade’
   • Why UCA’s? Alignment. Good alignment = better tire fitment, better ride
   • Why not 3” lift? Better down travel for desert terrain
   • Why Icon? Got new for a sweet deal
2. Wheels&Tires - TRD wheels with BFG Ko2 AT 285/70R17
   • I like OEM wheels. Already equipped with them.
   • Light weight AT tire and still tough enough for the trails I do
   • Biggest tire size with minimal adjustments
3. Armor - TRD/C4 Skid plates & RSG Rock Sliders w/ kick out
   • Already had TRD front skid. C4 has rear skids that integrate with the TRD skid. Didn’t want to pay shipping for RCI
   • Needed a step for my daughter, more clearance than drop steps, more protection
   • I personally think there are better slider options than RSG, but I picked these up used for cheap

Optional stuff I didn’t need

1. C4 Lo Pro Winch Bumper (waiting for powder coat before install), 30” S8 light bar, winch
   • More armor, subtle, looks OEM+
   • S8 has the amber backlight
   • Didn’t want empty spots on the bumper
   • Labor Day Sale
2. Cali raised rear Molle panels with top shelf
   • More storage
   • Top shelf isn’t ’in the way’ for bigger items
   • Magnetic
   • Found used for cheap
3. Baja Designs Squadron Sport ditch lights
   • I personally don’t like ditch lights, but I got them as a gift
4. Baja Designs S8 40” combo light bar
   • Got this used for cheap
   • Don’t know how/where to mount it

Accessories

1. LasFIT x4 dual air compressor with 4way hose
   • 5 year warranty
   • Fast inflation/deflation compared to my
     $172 SmittyBilt 2781 SmittyBilt AIR COMPRESSOR 5.65CFM - SB2781
     SmittyBilt 2781
   • Built in pressure switch and relay
   • It’s red and it matches my 4Runner
   • Half the price of ARB compressor
   • On sale $40 off
   • Next day delivery on Amazon
2. Recovery straps, d links, recovery board
   • Was told I needed to have it ‘just in-case’
   • Still never used them
3. Yakima Megawarrior Basket
   • Came with the Venture Editions
   • Got the 22” extension
   • On sale $50 off
4. 8ft ARB Touring awning
   • Got it as a gift
5. LP Adventure Awning brackets for Yakima Baskets
   • Purchased to use the awning
   • Had to pay $40 shipping/import fees for a $40 part

Excited to stop looking for 4Runner parts soon!

C4 bumper should be done with powder coat next week.

Once I get the bumper, light bar, winch, and awning installed.. I AM DONE!!

 

Welcome

 

Looks nice

 

Love that color. Is it more orange or red? Not typically a fan of red, but yours is nice and bright.

 

Welcome

 

It's more red! Barcelona Red ftw