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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. Nov 11, 2022 at 5:58 PM
    semprenissart

    semprenissart Mèfi

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    http://fjtoymanoffroad.com/products/

    Initially made for the fj cruiser but they’re a great fit on the 4R!
     
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  2. Nov 11, 2022 at 7:02 PM
    McSpazatron

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    Dobinson IMS Warn Bumper CaliRaised Sliders 285/70 K02s
    To prevent scratchies like this:
    upload_2022-11-11_20-57-5.jpg

    Depending on how the skid is braced against the structure that the bolt is attached to, it could potentially protect the shock bolt from bending on a bad impact.

    Although, depending on design specifics, I suppose if a skid plate doesn't brace itself well against the rest of the structure, it could make the bolt more vulnerable to bending.

    @semprenissart , this has another bolt that goes through the mount structure coming off the axle, correct? Does it look like impact forces are primarily imparted to that? Seen pics it on the fjtoyman site that shows a bolt on inside part of the structure, but it’s not clear if you have throughbolts on yours.
     
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  3. Nov 11, 2022 at 8:13 PM
    DallasTRDPro

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  4. Nov 11, 2022 at 8:28 PM
    semprenissart

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    yes I have a bolt that goes inside the structure. The skids are like an upside down T shape. And the extra bolt goes through the vertical part of the ”T”.

    so there are 2 bolts (one of them is the stock one) going through each skid (to split the forces and prevent bending bolts?)
    I have not put these to the test but it looks like a simple yet solid design to me.

    the picture below shows the added bolt; the stock one being on the other side (away from the picture) which can been seen on the other photos on my previous post

    B83D75A8-52A2-48D4-9E55-B5192A78DBE2.jpg
     
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  5. Nov 11, 2022 at 8:37 PM
    semprenissart

    semprenissart Mèfi

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    Better pics on the post below

     
  6. Nov 11, 2022 at 8:51 PM
    Reldn

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    Awesome, thanks! I've been contemplating some shock skids. I'll add these to my list, I like the look of these.
     
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  7. Nov 12, 2022 at 8:04 AM
    nimby

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    Does anyone sell skids for your shock skids?

    How else am I going to protect the skids from getting ruined? :laughing:
     
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  8. Nov 12, 2022 at 11:55 AM
    McSpazatron

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    upload_2022-11-12_13-55-48.jpg
     
  9. Nov 12, 2022 at 2:26 PM
    MAXIM

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    Those with shock boots should ditch them. It'll trap water and dirt and prematurely corrode shock shaft and compromise the seal. At least open them up once a season and clean in there. Moisture will ruin the post even if kept clean because it is contained inside the boot.
     
  10. Nov 12, 2022 at 3:59 PM
    McSpazatron

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    I prefer to have them on to protect the chromed shafts from erosion from sand/gravel. These boots came on my Dobinson IMS shocks. They have holes in the bottom to let things drain and breath.

    I have a pic below showing what occasional gravel roads and off-road miles can do to this general area. This happened through a wool-wax crust that was thick enough to actually take a bit of abuse (any areas that arent black is my woolwax crust). Given the erosion that has stripped the paint in some spots, I’m taking my chances and risk possible corrosion, over getting the shaft nicked or worn. Cleaning things out once a year is a good
    idea though, and I should probably do that.

    Wouldnt have minded if they just put on a piece of plastic to shield the front face of the shaft, like they’ve done on dirt bikes for the last 20 years.
    upload_2022-11-12_17-50-29.jpg
     
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  11. Nov 13, 2022 at 2:47 AM
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    @McSpazatron, you did a fine job with the woolwax... Does Wisconsin salt or sand in the winter?
     
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  12. Nov 13, 2022 at 6:52 AM
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    Did these a few weeks ago at 67900 miles on the ODO

    Oil and filter change
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    Todo: got the oil for the differential. 85w is so expensive but I want to follow spec. Just need to find a day when it’s above freezing here in MN
     
  13. Nov 13, 2022 at 7:22 AM
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    Thank you. :D I consider that crust a beautiful thing lol. Well, as long as it actually does it’s job and keeps rust away, which it seems to be doing.

    In the larger metro areas around here, they’ve moved to spraying brine in the last decade or so, some coming from the liquid left over from cheese factories…fittingly.
     
  14. Nov 13, 2022 at 2:54 PM
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    Infinitely ongoing...
    Just had my suspension upgraded. Went with the ICON Stage 7 Kit. Currently tinkering with the shock settings. Finding my sweet spot. Throwing 285's under there soon as I can.















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  15. Nov 13, 2022 at 3:22 PM
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    What made you go with icon?
     
  16. Nov 13, 2022 at 3:57 PM
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    I was wondering the same given there issues in the past
     
  17. Nov 13, 2022 at 5:34 PM
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    Infinitely ongoing...
    After all my research. Going back and forth. I ended with a "fuck it" coin toss. I did want an all in one complete solution. Besides, they sent a ton of decals.
     
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  18. Nov 13, 2022 at 6:37 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
    June?
     
  19. Nov 13, 2022 at 7:17 PM
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  20. Nov 14, 2022 at 7:06 AM
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    Dobinsons 2.5" lift. Cooper AT3 XLT 295/70R17.
    What issues? I had Icon on my Tacoma with no problems. I was considering Icon again for my 4Runner.
     
  21. Nov 14, 2022 at 12:10 PM
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    Rust issues.
     
  22. Nov 14, 2022 at 1:49 PM
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    Can't say I had that issue, but I only had mine for 3 years.

    I have Dobinsons now on the 4Runner, but I'm tired of the bounce I get from the rear. Feels like this. Seems like it's getting worse as the temperature drops.
     
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  23. Nov 14, 2022 at 2:13 PM
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    Steely123 What's the new trend? I'll do it!

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    For absolutely no reason, got pretty keys!
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  24. Nov 14, 2022 at 2:28 PM
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    What rear shocks do you have?
     
  25. Nov 14, 2022 at 2:31 PM
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    Reminds me new 4runner owners with key fobs should not keep them like those good old keys with chips. Highly recommend key fobs to be kept in RF blocking boxes.

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  26. Nov 14, 2022 at 2:45 PM
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    This is what I have on the rear:
    Springs: C59-325
    Shocks: IMS59-50705
     
  27. Nov 14, 2022 at 3:03 PM
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    The key fob signal can be disabled by holding down the lock button and pressing the unlock button twice. To re-enable, just click the lock or unlock button once.
     
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  28. Nov 14, 2022 at 3:06 PM
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    Much easier for me and wify to drop the keys in the box and close. :)
     
  29. Nov 14, 2022 at 3:33 PM
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    Bounce like to soft or to stiff?
     
  30. Nov 14, 2022 at 4:08 PM
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    Dobinsons 2.5" lift. Cooper AT3 XLT 295/70R17.
    Not really soft or stiff, but like the shocks can't completely compensate for the spring rate. Just feels like the gif I posted earlier, but maybe within an inch of travel. I can feel it, and see it in the headlights at night.

    I'll see if I can capture a video of the headlights on my drive to work tomorrow
     

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