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Discussion in '5th Gen 4Runners (2010-2024)' started by Turk56, Feb 5, 2025.

  1. Feb 5, 2025 at 6:55 AM
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    Turk56

    Turk56 [OP] New Member

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    I just traded my 2014 Tacoma for a 2019 4runner. I’m loving it so far! Any mods recommend?
     
  2. Feb 5, 2025 at 6:56 AM
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    Turk56

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  3. Feb 5, 2025 at 7:06 AM
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    RumHamRunner73

    RumHamRunner73 Dead on with a zero

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    Sky is the limit on what you can do to suite your specific needs and requirements.

    Welcome to the forum from North Carolina.
     
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  4. Feb 5, 2025 at 7:08 AM
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    Turk56

    Turk56 [OP] New Member

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    I’m in Ohio, got a lot of friends down in the Laurinburg area
     
  5. Feb 5, 2025 at 7:08 AM
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    Borracho Loco

    Borracho Loco My 4Runner identifies as a Prius!

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    Oooh look, another mod.....

    All of them. Get all the mods, but don't get Raptor Lights.
     
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  6. Feb 5, 2025 at 7:09 AM
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    Jennyjo14

    Jennyjo14 New Member

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    It's beautiful as-is!

    But, this is your 4Runner. There are many like it, but this one is YOURS...
     
  7. Feb 5, 2025 at 7:11 AM
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    Borracho Loco

    Borracho Loco My 4Runner identifies as a Prius!

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    Oooh look, another mod.....

    How very Full Metal Jacket of you.

    This is my 4Runner!
    There are many like it, but this one is mine!
    Without me, my 4Runner is useless!
    Without my 4Runner, I am useless!
     
  8. Feb 5, 2025 at 7:13 AM
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    rphillips66

    rphillips66 New Member

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    Sounds like the Marine's Rifle Creed : )
     
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  9. Feb 5, 2025 at 7:17 AM
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    2016Pro

    2016Pro Why all of the Pro hate?

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    Chrome bull bar
    Raptor litez
    CAI

    LOL no don't do any of those!!!

    Congrats
     
  10. Feb 5, 2025 at 7:17 AM
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    Steely123

    Steely123 What's the new trend? I'll do it!

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    welcome, raptor lights first and foremost!! and HUGE tires! like bigger than your house!
     
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  11. Feb 5, 2025 at 7:28 AM
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    Sioux

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    I just traded (In Dec) my 2012 Tacoma for a 2020 TRD Off Road. Welcome!
     
  12. Feb 5, 2025 at 7:28 AM
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    Gman2530

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    Congratulations, as others mentioned, lots of cool interior mods, suspension, wheels & tires that fit your requirements & desires …
     
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  13. Feb 5, 2025 at 7:30 AM
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    Jennyjo14

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    Saw a black one like this when I voted early in the last election.
     
  14. Feb 5, 2025 at 7:35 AM
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    Imdav2u

    Imdav2u Living and dying in three quarter time.

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    I live in the most hated state in America
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    Come on Loco, why dis on the raptor lights?
     
  15. Feb 5, 2025 at 7:40 AM
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    Steely123

    Steely123 What's the new trend? I'll do it!

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    Cuz he has trauma from a previous relationship with them that can only be shown on a doll.
     
  16. Feb 5, 2025 at 8:06 AM
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    Raptor lights? I thought these were to signal the aliens:rocket::rocket: to land near.. :yay:6438BEE4-76E5-40C8-B4FF-7811E0F30341.jpg
     
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  17. Feb 5, 2025 at 9:31 AM
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    Turk56

    Turk56 [OP] New Member

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    No CHROME!!!!!
     
  18. Feb 5, 2025 at 9:52 AM
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    Turk56 [OP] New Member

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    Going to upgrade the tires. Some kind of mat to keep the back clean. New floor mats. Seat covers, probably go with marathon seat covers in mossy oak bottomland.
     
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  19. Feb 5, 2025 at 10:06 AM
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    OPS CHIEF

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    Headlights,tail lights, Rago roof rack, Dasaita head unit, side steps, tires.
    I've got a 2017...... Got slightly bigger/wider tires, a leveling kit (5100's), LED lights for headlights (Morimotos)/fog/interior, AGM battery
    with booster/fuse, and a better head unit with wireless Car Play.
     
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  20. Feb 5, 2025 at 10:12 AM
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    I was going to suggest that if you're using it for a daily driver/hunting vehicle, those items that you listed are a great start.
     
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  21. Feb 5, 2025 at 10:26 AM
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    Sioux

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    @Turk56 It's interesting hearing some people here complain about gas mileage. Coming from my Tacoma, it's so much better. At least 5mpg better than I had with the Taco.
     
  22. Feb 5, 2025 at 12:36 PM
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    Turk56

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    I’m getting 19.5 mpg now. I never could get much above 16 in the Tacoma.
     
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  23. Feb 5, 2025 at 12:38 PM
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    Jennyjo14

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    I'm glad you posted this. 6400 miles in, and I'm averaging about the same, maybe slightly higher. My daily rides into work are showing 23-24mpg going 35-40mph. As the 4Runner breaks in, does the mileage typically improve?
     
  24. Feb 5, 2025 at 12:41 PM
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    Turk56 [OP] New Member

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    It will be my travel/ hunting rig. I will put a hitch hauler on it in deer season. I don’t think I can wrestle an Ohio buck in the backIMG_1427.jpg
     
  25. Feb 5, 2025 at 12:46 PM
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    Imdav2u

    Imdav2u Living and dying in three quarter time.

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    Well isn't it nice of you to strap him in while he's taking a nap.
     
  26. Feb 5, 2025 at 12:47 PM
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    Turk56

    Turk56 [OP] New Member

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    Quite a long one!!!
     
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  27. Feb 5, 2025 at 6:04 PM
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    And don't forget a cute widdle wadder for the back.
     
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  28. Feb 5, 2025 at 8:19 PM
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    glwood54

    glwood54 Stop making me buy stuff!

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    You'll appreciate a set of quality LED interior lights.
     
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  29. Feb 6, 2025 at 7:25 AM
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    Ironguy

    Ironguy Kind of New

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    New pine scent hanger, new sun shade
    Welcome from Arizona!
    Nice buck.
     
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  30. Feb 6, 2025 at 1:28 PM
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