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My first 4Runner

Discussion in '5th Gen Builds (2010-2024)' started by 2Toys, Sep 7, 2020.

  1. Sep 7, 2020 at 11:23 AM
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    2Toys

    2Toys [OP] Imperial Star Cruiser

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    a few goodies
    Two years ago in September of 2018 I bought my first 4Runner. I have had Toyota trucks off and on over the years starting with a 1979. I know about the legendary reliability.
    This is a 2019 Off Road Premium with KDDS. Personally, I really appreciate the KDDS. The color is midnight.
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    This was brand new.
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    This was after the kit from ToyTec was installed, in September 2019. I hated the nosedive when braking, plus I thought the rake did not complement the look of the 4Runner at all. The front has Bilstein 6112 series shock kit, and the rear has a pair of Bilstein 5100 shocks with the factory springs.
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    It took me a while to figure out wheels. I finally decided in November of 2019 on Fuel Blitz D673 wheels with Nitto Ridge Grapplers 275/65/18XL. There was a small amount of trimming in the front as at full lock on the steering there was some slight rubbing. The wheels were roadforce balanced and put a set of new TPMS sensors on as the original wheels were transferred to my 2015 Tacoma. Now I am really happy with the appearance of the 4Runner.
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    Two days after the lockdown started, I had to make a trip to the Boise area for work. My boss did not want me to fly, and I didn't really want to either, so road trip it is. Also got a chance to test out all those nice four wheel drive functions - especially the crawl control.
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    I am super happy with this truck.
     
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  2. Sep 7, 2020 at 11:27 AM
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    JET4

    JET4 New Member

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    welcome, nice
     
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  3. Sep 7, 2020 at 1:25 PM
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    Singleminded

    Singleminded New Member

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    welcome, good looking truck
     
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  4. Sep 12, 2020 at 4:06 PM
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    Tman3127

    Tman3127 A cup of jo ☕

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    RAM Full length roof rack Greenlane Offroad 5th gen ladder Grill lights
    Welcome, nice looking ride
     
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  5. Sep 12, 2020 at 6:57 PM
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    SlvrSlug

    SlvrSlug Slightly bent.

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    Welcome.
     
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  6. Sep 12, 2020 at 8:02 PM
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    Oldtoyotaguy

    Oldtoyotaguy Paid cash for it

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    Welcome from Canada - beautiful 4 Runner! KDSS is a great system!
     
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  7. Oct 19, 2020 at 4:07 AM
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    songsong

    songsong New Member

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    Nice Runner. I am planning the same lift, what setting did you go with on the front?
     
  8. Oct 19, 2020 at 12:33 PM
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    catus

    catus New Member

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    No major mods yet
    Welcome!
     
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  9. Oct 19, 2020 at 4:51 PM
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    Ironguy

    Ironguy New Member

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    New pine scent hanger, new sun shade
    Welcome from Arizona!
     
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  10. Oct 19, 2020 at 4:55 PM
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    travelinscout

    travelinscout New Member

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    Nice truck!
     
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  11. Oct 19, 2020 at 7:35 PM
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    2Toys

    2Toys [OP] Imperial Star Cruiser

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    I was going through the paperwork because I'm an old codger and couldn't positively remember... I want to say 2.55 on the 6112s in front. Nothing in the back other than installing the 5100s with the original springs. Those were a Toytec kit part number 47-25968 for the fronts. The clips were on the upper setting (7 on the driver side and 6 on the passenger).
     
  12. Oct 19, 2020 at 7:36 PM
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    2Toys

    2Toys [OP] Imperial Star Cruiser

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    Thank you! I am extremely pleased with it!
     
  13. Oct 20, 2020 at 7:33 AM
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    brownbear

    brownbear Relax

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    NFab side steps TRD matte blk wheels K&N airfilter, go rhino rear hitch step,
    Welcome from FL.
     
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