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Frame construction 4Runner vs. Tacoma?

Discussion in '5th Gen 4Runners (2010-2024)' started by NeverTooLate71, Jun 27, 2024.

  1. Jun 27, 2024 at 9:06 PM
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    The Tacoma has a "C Frame" construction (At least my 2006 did)
    Is the 2024 4Runner a box frame or C Frame construction?
     
    NeverTooLate71, Jun 27, 2024
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    The 4Runner has been fully boxed since at least 2003. The Taco was a C channel up until 2024.
     
    Thatbassguy, Jun 27, 2024
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    My 2022 is box frame. I doubt they changed it?

    Oh, is the Taco now box framed as well (2024+)?
     
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    Yes. Or, if I'm mistaken, I'm sure someone will correct me. :D
     
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    2023 as well. They wouldn't have made a change like that for a single model year.
     
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    The 4Runner frame has always been boxed since the first generation starting in 1984. See pictures: https://www.yotatech.com/forums/f116/frame-swap-1986-toyota-4runner-pictures-251080/

    The Tacoma frame was C-channel in the rear section before 2024 because it's a truck. The rationale at the time was to isolate the cab from NVH caused by cargo. Hino truck frames (i.e. big Toyota) are all C-channel.
     
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