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

Discussion in '4th Gen 4Runners (2003-2009)' started by wnelax04sr5, Apr 7, 2014.

  1. Jul 10, 2022 at 3:27 PM
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    tmyang

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    Just did my first upgrade; a new grille guard. Love it!

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  2. Jul 10, 2022 at 3:38 PM
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    Looks nice! I dont care for stuff hangin off the front but this fits well!
     
  3. Aug 1, 2022 at 5:09 PM
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    Farmboy1977

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    Just finished full service of my 08 SR5,
    Also replaced my transfer case actuator, Now it works!:muscleflexing:
    Also took my running boards off, I'm liking it better.
    Now I'm thinking about 5th gen trail edition wheels.....
     
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  4. Aug 12, 2022 at 10:24 AM
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    Farmboy1977

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    I also changed my tail pipe to side exh with a 3.5" 304 ss tipScreenshot_20220810-221039_Gallery.jpg
     
  5. Oct 21, 2022 at 11:47 AM
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    Machinebuilder

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    I replaced the mud flaps as I was unable to bring them back to life. They were bleached out by the sun and made the car look old. They were about $120 from Toyota. I also removed and painted the side nerf step bars that were faded. They came out OK but the plastic foot insert pieces still look old. I am keeping the car IMG_3420.jpg IMG_3421.jpg IMG_3423.jpg IMG_3422.jpg OEM but just want it to look neat and clean.
     
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  6. Oct 29, 2022 at 7:43 PM
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    TX4runner21

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    Fox Suspension, LFD Rack, Magnaflow Muffler
    How much did that run if you don’t mind me asking?
     
  7. Oct 30, 2022 at 3:57 PM
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    Farmboy1977

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    The actuator?
    It cost about 700$, Aisin branded part.
     
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  8. Oct 30, 2022 at 3:59 PM
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    Farmboy1977

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    Your 4RUNNER is a v8?
    I think that actuator is cheaper.
    Mine is 2H, 4H, & 4Low. (v6)
    Aren't the v8's 4H & 4L only?
     
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  9. Nov 19, 2022 at 3:01 PM
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    T92

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    I did the first oil change today on my V6 since I purchased it. It was about time. I used Valvoline 5W-30 full synthetic, I will see how it will do. Also some overall coating as winter and SALT approaches :crapstorm:
     
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  10. Nov 20, 2022 at 9:08 PM
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    Bluesky 07

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    Silver ‘07 Sport V6 4WD @ 263K miles
    “Deep” Satoshi grille | X-REAS delete / TRD Offroad front springs & Bilstein 4600 shocks + FJC rear springs | Weathertech front & rear mats | Tinted front windows | Floor Armor cargo mat | TPMS bypass | LED interior, tag, & reverse lights | BlueSea Systems console USB power ports | Gentex 453 autodim mirror w/Homelink & compass | Kenwood DDX373BT HU + Audiovox backup camera | Fumoto F-103S | Bazooka tube subwoofer | Kenwood speakers & KAC-M1804 amp | Philips H9/9011 headlight bulbs | Rexing V1 Gen3 dash cam | Map light mod | Breather mod | Off-road Nav Setup | Power Stop Z36 brakes | OBD Fusion diagnostics
    My ‘07 SE reached another milestone today. Bought it in 2014 with 96K miles.

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  11. Nov 29, 2022 at 12:41 AM
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    akhero

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    Bought a bone stock 2007 4runner 4x4 a month ago and here is my progress. Polished the paint today!Resized_20221128_160638[625].jpg Resized_20221128_164502[622].jpg Resized_20221128_164507[621].jpg Resized_20221128_164517[618].jpg Resized_20221128_164356[620].jpg Resized_20221128_165219[615].jpg Resized_20221128_160728[623].jpg Resized_20221128_164401[619].jpg
     
  12. Dec 1, 2022 at 12:40 PM
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    importman

    importman The mountains are calling and I must go...

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    Blacked out, Ironman 3" Nitro Gas Suspension lift, JBA High Caster upper control arms, Differential drop and sway bar relocate, Upgraded to Sport Front Cardone Calipers with Brembo Rotors and Akebono Pads, Added Spoiler, Sony XAV-AX100 with Apple Carplay, USB Jack, Backup Camera, Black TRD Pro Wheels with General Grabber ATX 265/70/17, Rear differential vent extension, Auto Dimming Mirror with Compass and Homelink, Map Light Mod, Tekonsha 90160 Trailer Brake Controller, Recoil SL1708 Sub, Sealight LED Headlamps, K&N drop in air filter, Weathertech floor mats, Homemade rear storage compartment with built in pull out table.
    This week I added a Smittybilt XRC 9500 winch on a Budbuilt hidden winch mount. It was supposed to be a Christmas gift from my wife but since we'll be spending 2 weeks at Christmas in the NC mountains she let me go ahead and install it now.
     
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  13. Dec 6, 2022 at 12:07 PM
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    importman

    importman The mountains are calling and I must go...

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    Blacked out, Ironman 3" Nitro Gas Suspension lift, JBA High Caster upper control arms, Differential drop and sway bar relocate, Upgraded to Sport Front Cardone Calipers with Brembo Rotors and Akebono Pads, Added Spoiler, Sony XAV-AX100 with Apple Carplay, USB Jack, Backup Camera, Black TRD Pro Wheels with General Grabber ATX 265/70/17, Rear differential vent extension, Auto Dimming Mirror with Compass and Homelink, Map Light Mod, Tekonsha 90160 Trailer Brake Controller, Recoil SL1708 Sub, Sealight LED Headlamps, K&N drop in air filter, Weathertech floor mats, Homemade rear storage compartment with built in pull out table.
    So I was really wanting a wireless remote for the winch so I got one of the cheap ones on Amazon. Unfortunately, using it would have required me to splice the wires inside the control box. I didn't want to do that out of fear of voiding the Smittybilt warranty. So after a little research I found one made by Warn for the Smittybilt that plugs directly in where the wired remote plugs and allows you to use your smartphone to control the winch and also see info like your battery level. Just ordered it today. Once I get it I'll try to report back on how I like it, (or not). Also; it's on sale for 22% off right now. Regularly $101 on Amazon and now it's $78. It sells for $124 on the Warn site. This is it:
    Amazon.com: WARN 103955 Wireless HUB Receiver and Phone App - for Smittybilt Winches (Gen2 XRC, X2O) : Automotive
     
  14. Dec 7, 2022 at 8:34 AM
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    slixx1320

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    Thats a clean truck. How much did you purchase it for?
     
  15. Dec 7, 2022 at 9:40 AM
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    importman

    importman The mountains are calling and I must go...

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    Blacked out, Ironman 3" Nitro Gas Suspension lift, JBA High Caster upper control arms, Differential drop and sway bar relocate, Upgraded to Sport Front Cardone Calipers with Brembo Rotors and Akebono Pads, Added Spoiler, Sony XAV-AX100 with Apple Carplay, USB Jack, Backup Camera, Black TRD Pro Wheels with General Grabber ATX 265/70/17, Rear differential vent extension, Auto Dimming Mirror with Compass and Homelink, Map Light Mod, Tekonsha 90160 Trailer Brake Controller, Recoil SL1708 Sub, Sealight LED Headlamps, K&N drop in air filter, Weathertech floor mats, Homemade rear storage compartment with built in pull out table.
    Just thought I would add that Warn also has these devices, (or similar ones) for some other brands. So if you don't have a Smittybilt winch you can check and see and maybe they have one for your brand. BTW, I haven't received mine yet so this isn't an endorsement for the quality etc. But since it's made by Warn I'm expecting it to be good.
     
  16. Dec 7, 2022 at 11:58 PM
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    dOnkei

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    picked up this well driven 198k miles BEAUTIFULLY maintained... now it will live it's retirement life... picked up 2 months ago...

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  17. Dec 29, 2022 at 4:05 PM
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    Macondo

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    Hello,
    would you please tell me your radio brand / model and yellow fog lights?
     
  18. Dec 31, 2022 at 5:16 PM
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    dOnkei

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    before and after... still needs another cleaning

    imagine the rest of the undercarriage

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  19. Jan 2, 2023 at 4:18 AM
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    Changed oil at 4000 miles, rotated tires and inspected brake pads. The pads are nice and thick and show even wear all around. (I had the stopping on ice trouble thread). Inspected the frame, it's too bad they didn't press out a U channel frame that could dry out on both sides, but it looks okay. Then took it for a drive in 4 hi, 4 low with center locked and unlocked in the snow.
     
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  20. Jan 4, 2023 at 7:56 PM
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    Libagui

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    Changed yellow bulbs to white led. Next dashboard

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  21. Jan 8, 2023 at 7:38 AM
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    Macondo

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    Bath time.

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  22. Jan 8, 2023 at 12:20 PM
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    dOnkei

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    quick morning install before kids get up

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  23. Feb 10, 2023 at 8:06 PM
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    2006_t4rv8

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    Just picked this beauty up 3 weeks ago. Completely bone stock when I got her. Really well maintained. So far I’ve done the headlights, fog lights, and replaced my blown out sub with the Rockford Fosgate shallow 8 inch. Ordered lift kit, wheels, and tires so waiting on that. And once I put all of that on I’m gonna do a paint correction and polish2A01AE13-5925-4E2A-97CE-65239C72D94C.jpg

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  24. Feb 11, 2023 at 11:40 AM
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    Is that Rockford fosgate sub a direct plug n play or do you have to power it with its own amp?
     
  25. Feb 13, 2023 at 5:43 PM
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    2006_t4rv8

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    It was plug and play for the most part. I cut the stock connectors off and plugged the raw wires in. Each connector has two wires so leave those two colors together when you plug it into the sub. It adds a bunch more bass to the sound system and I love it
     
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  26. Feb 15, 2023 at 11:09 AM
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    David@Toytec

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    To much
    Threw some Baja Design LP6's on

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  27. Feb 16, 2023 at 9:36 AM
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    NoobRunner

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    Seen a couple people do this mod so I figured I’d give this a try. I got tired of the poor light the fog lights would produce. Went with led pods and installed them in the fog light housing and re sealed the lens produces MUCH better lighting.

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  28. Feb 19, 2023 at 6:55 AM
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    Took my parents / my future 4Runner up to Lake Arrowhead from San Diego this weekend. Drove like a champ.

    Already ordered the Scion T10015 head unit as the jerry-rigged Bluetooth adapter was a pain in the ass to use. Getting a Bluetooth enabled head unit will be top priority.
     
  29. Mar 6, 2023 at 6:43 PM
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    TN_FunRunner

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    Put my 5th gen takes offs on my sons 4th gen.

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  30. Mar 15, 2023 at 10:36 AM
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    David@Toytec

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    To much
    Took a weekend in Utah :hattip:

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