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What have you done to your 5th Gen 4Runner today?

Discussion in '5th Gen 4Runners (2010-2024)' started by Bob, Jul 24, 2016.

  1. Sep 29, 2024 at 1:57 PM
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    Center Console Organizer Compatible with Toyota 4Runner 2024 2023 2022 2021 2020 2010-2019, Car Interior Accessories, Shifter Storage Box, Gear Shift Console Side Tray, Coin Change Holder, Black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CFZVM1XP
     
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    Borracho Loco

    Borracho Loco My 4Runner identifies as a Prius!

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    Oooh look, another mod.....
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    Beachguy Normal turned up too loud

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    Beachguy Normal turned up too loud

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    Trailer connector relocate, tint, work lights, Pro wheels.
    This past week I put about 500 miles on mine, does that count? :D
     
  8. Sep 29, 2024 at 8:09 PM
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    TRDGrey2021 Guy in a truck

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    Buncha Stuff
    Very, Very nice work!
     
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  9. Sep 30, 2024 at 6:50 AM
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    Off-road yes . To the mall and Costco, a big NO ! ;)
     
  10. Sep 30, 2024 at 6:59 AM
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    I put in a Blue Sea power distribution block and ran a 12V line through the firewall.
     
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  12. Sep 30, 2024 at 9:54 AM
    Rocko9999

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    Oil change and worked on sleeping platform.

    IMG_9358 - Copy.jpg
     
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    I ended up drilling out the holes with a very small drill bit so I could get the stainless wire through. It was a finicky, time-consuming project, but totally worth it!
     
  14. Sep 30, 2024 at 10:05 AM
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    Yeah, I drilled it too, after discovering how hard it was to find the needle holes.
     
  15. Sep 30, 2024 at 10:10 AM
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    I installed Toyota OEM black bumper valances and FourCam cabin vents to replace the stock flapper vent. I saw videos about installing the front valance without removing the bumper, but I don't see how that is possible. Taking off the front bumper is similar to removing the rear; the entire project took a couple of hours. I got the valances from BAM Wholesale, and putting in my VIN number prompted an email saying it didn't fit my OR. I know that the error code is from the OR coming with silver valances as opposed to the PRO with black, and told them to proceed with the order. Everything matched up perfectly. I let the valances warm up in the sun, which seemed to help with the installationIMG_5511.jpg IMG_5512.jpg .
     
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    Spacer lift and 285’s ;)
    Small update. Lots of interference with the antenna down by the hood (compared to by jeep), so your roof spot will definitely be a lot better. I'm guessing because of the metal roof on the 4Runner vs the fiberglass roof on the Jeep, but I really don't know for sure
     
  18. Sep 30, 2024 at 1:42 PM
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    spyder918 501st Unit: GGG

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    Is that the black Toyota oem exhaust tip you have?
     
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    There was a bit of over-the-river-and-through-the-woods, if that helps, but not all 500 miles' worth. :p
     
  20. Sep 30, 2024 at 2:33 PM
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    For me the front took less time then the rear, about 20 minutes, just reaching up with the bumper still on. As long as you have an idea of where the clips are and how they work it's pretty quick. I think with the rear the biggest PITA is clipping the sides of the bumper back in under the taillights. Took me a couple tries to get it to seat properly.
     
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    Radios are really (oversimplifying) line of sight. So if someone is behind you it has to go through the front windshield AND the rear window instead of just the rear window. I've also read that around the ditch light mount area is about the worst place possible since the metal on the A-pillar is right there, and why people do the bull bar antennas further from the metal body, and you want it up to the roof line to easier get to the other side.

    The antennas that come with these are probably pretty crappy. I was going to try to find a good review of the antenna and see if something else on Amazon would be better.
     
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  22. Sep 30, 2024 at 4:52 PM
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    Fuel Wheels, KO2 33’s RCI skids (alum. full length) Jomax ABS protection SSO low profile w/ Warn Zeon 10s Westcott: sliders, roof rack, ladder, Hitch mount rear tire carrier Nitro 4:88 regear LRA 24gal aux tank Icon he rear springs Treaty Oak spacers Viper security Upgraded stereo, speakers, 400 amp unit Goose gear 100% rear seat delete Dometic DZ95 RedArc man.30 2 Battleborn 100ah lithium Genesis Duel battery under hood ARB duel air under hood Baja 30’ amber and fog Rigid 40” light bar on roof, ditch lights Switch-pro
    From Midland radio’s web-site

    https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0531/2856/0817/files/Unknown-57_1024x1024.jpg?v=1680637836

    ANTENNA TIPS AND TRICKS
    1. To maximize range, mount your antenna as high as possible.
    2. Don't install a bullbar antenna with the base near or above the roof line.
    3. Don't install a fiberglass antenna on a lip mount, as it is not secure enough.
    4. The best place to route your cable from the cab to the front of the vehicle is through the firewall. There should be a rubber grommet you can use for access.
    5. When attaching your antenna mount to the coax cable, do not over-tighten.
    6. To properly ground your antenna, ensure the mounting surface is bare metal without powder coating or paint. Additional antenna grounding is not necessary with GMRS, but may help overall performance.
    7. To avoid signal obstruction and interference, keep your antenna away from light bars, GPS antennas, cables, roof racks, air scoops, etc.
    8. When routing the antenna cable always keep it away from power cables, intercom cables, ignition cables/coils, engine electronics, and any other cables.
    9. If radio interference occurs, clip ferrite core beads to the antenna cable to suppress noise.
    10. Always avoid tightly coiling or bundling any excess antenna cable. If the cable is too long, shorten it by cutting the cable and using a PL259 Male Crimp Connector kit. You can also route the cable to use the excess length.
    11. Use hooks and cable wrap to secure the cable. Avoid zip ties if possible.

    This just shows the obstruction density and which DB antenna you might want to use.
     
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    Yes!
     
  24. Sep 30, 2024 at 6:23 PM
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    I've considered replacing mine. I've also considered simply having them wrapped. I'm curious if there are cost benefits to wrapping (haven't had it quoted yet). It sure would save the hassle of removing them, I figure.
     
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    Drove just over 500 miles today from Fort Worth Texas to Stillwater Oklahoma and back. My son was home from college for the weekend and left his backpack at home which just so happened to include his computer.

    It was some good bonding time for me and the 4Runner lol
     
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    I'm sure some savings could be available, but probably not a significant amount, especially if you chose an aftermarket valance, which is pretty inexpensive. But taking the bumpers off wasn't difficult.
     
  27. Sep 30, 2024 at 8:09 PM
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    3JOH22A Toyota Gigolo

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    One of the Diode Dynamics LED map light bulbs I installed last year had failed, so I replaced both with the Cartrimhome full-panel LED map light:
    https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0D9CNJ68G
    https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B0D9CNJ68G

    The existing bulb sockets and diffuser lenses, including the dummy lens in the middle, are removed. The new light's wires pass through the bulb socket hole to the top side of the console, where it plugs into a breakout harness supplied with the light. I wrapped the wire in Tesa tape so the stock reflector won't cut into it.

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    The new map light's lens is capacitive touch (similar to the GX550) and can switch between white and red light. Hold your fingertip on the lens to dim.

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    Anymore pics and info of your setup? Just picked up a 22 Nautical sr5
     
  29. Oct 1, 2024 at 9:08 AM
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    I have been dreaming about pulling the paneling and installing insulation for a while, insulation was $180 shipped, took about 8 hours. Very happy with how it turned out and built a new platform while I was at it (still unfinished). AC is off most of the time now until outside temps are 80+, very interested to see how it feels this winter. More to come!

     
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  30. Oct 1, 2024 at 9:13 AM
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    Sure--welcome! I really need to do a proper wash, just been hosing it down all summer.

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    I'll probably add a couple more of the stacktech mounts; really hard to beat the convenience and they have held up well to abuse. Starlink now has a stealthy cover.

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