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Discussion in 'New Member Introductions' started by probablyalexus, Sep 29, 2024.

  1. Sep 29, 2024 at 9:36 PM
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    probablyalexus

    probablyalexus [OP] New Member

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    Alexus
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    Hello all! My name is Alexus.

    Been lurking for a while now. Had to make an account :woot: I’m excited to finally join the forum! Recently pulled the trigger and upgraded from a '16 Honda HRV to a ‘20 4R. Has definitely been way better for adventures with friends and my new Doberman puppy.

    I’m looking for some quick and easy mods to get started with. So far, I’ve only done emblem blackouts and slapped those flags on. Also, any recommendations for steps would be super helpful since I'm standing tall at 4’11. Thanks in advance!

    (and if you recognize me, no you don’t)

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    Last edited: Sep 29, 2024
  2. Sep 29, 2024 at 9:45 PM
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    Pepper

    Pepper New Member

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    Welcome. Excellent color choice . So many things you can do to make your ride your own. Blackout Toyota emblem for the steering wheel. Led lights for interior and exterior.
    Even blackout knobs from ATJ.
     
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  3. Sep 29, 2024 at 10:25 PM
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    JET4

    JET4 Old Member

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    welcome
     
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  4. Sep 30, 2024 at 2:57 AM
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    Steely123

    Steely123 What's the new trend? I'll do it!

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    Welcome
     
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  5. Sep 30, 2024 at 3:24 AM
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    Welcome!
     
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  6. Sep 30, 2024 at 3:28 AM
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    Toy4X4

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    Welcome from Wisconsin!
     
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  7. Sep 30, 2024 at 7:12 AM
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    Ironguy

    Ironguy Kind of New

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    Welcome from Arizona!
     
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  8. Sep 30, 2024 at 12:16 PM
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    Dabigono

    Dabigono Just Joined

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    Welcome from SoCal
     
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  9. Sep 30, 2024 at 1:34 PM
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    djwantke

    djwantke New Member

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    Welcome to the forum, from British Columbia.
    And nice 4R!

    Everyone’s gotta appreciate the humility when one admits to lurking in the shadows.

    I think you may already be interesting in Predator Steps. I would recommend other types of nerf step running boards to make your runner your own. I think some come with factory “Predator Steps”, that in my opinion sit way too low for clearance.
    I went from factory steps, to Smittybilt brand, to 10° rock sliders.

    *edit: even at 4’11, nerf steps or modest 10° sliders will suffice

    goodluck!
     
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  10. Sep 30, 2024 at 3:39 PM
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    DesertSurfer

    DesertSurfer It ain’t bragging if you can do it!

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    Welcome to the forum from San Diego! Well, I have the Predator steps that came with it and they hang down pretty far which would drag on stuff when off-roading. I’ve been looking at flat rock sliders with kick-outs and top plates as a replacement. I see used Predator steps on Craigslist and the buy/sell/trade part of this forum for 1/2 of new, some only have 20 miles on them.
     
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  11. Sep 30, 2024 at 4:50 PM
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    Pepper

    Pepper New Member

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    I'm prepping mine to sell as we speak. Sand and paint.
     
  12. Oct 2, 2024 at 1:08 PM
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    jluu4

    jluu4 New Member

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    Welcome!
     

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