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

I bought it locally on sale, but yeah it's available through Jeff Bezos: https://www.amazon.com/Grip-Waterproof-Shrink-Tubing-Assortment/dp/B09B8VW94W/

Searching for "GRIP 43100" turns up other sites too. No experience with any of these vendors:
https://www.macshardware.com/2901056/product/grip-43100
https://www.mclendons.com/2901510/product/grip-43100
https://www.outdoorsupplyhardware.com/2803825/product/grip-43100

At "Canadian harbor freight": https://www.princessauto.com/en/5-pc-heat-shrink-tubing-dispenser/product/PA0008801912

 

Thank you, my search of Jeff's website failed to find it.

 

Grip 5 pc Waterproof Heat Shrink Tubing Assortment Rack - .59", 39", 30", 20", 10" - Shrinks to Half Diameter - Resistant to Common Fluids and Solvents - Home, Garage, Workshop https://a.co/d/4eN59tG

 

Oil change and tire rotation. Then helped my daughter change the oil on her car. Then changed the oil in my wife's car. Then changed the Sienna's oil. Apparently, that's what happens when Costco has oil on sale.

Phew... time for a nap.

 

Installed front R1 Concept rotors and pads.

 

Nope, you're doing it wrong. Slide under the vehicle, pull the drain plug, take a 15 min. nap while you're under it, drain plug back in, finish that and on to the next vehicle. Also don't leave any body parts exposed that can be kicked to rudely awaken you.

 

AVS P/N 23071 hood deflector arrived in a hilariously large box about a foot taller than the 4Runner. I bought it to replace the punctured OEM accessory hood deflector that came with my 4Runner. Installation was straightforward following this and @kmeeg's videos, except AVS now includes hardware for 8 locations instead of 6, as per current instructions. The little bumper buttons included are way too small to do anything, so I didn't bother installing those.

 

Drove the 2011 to lunch with my wife then to Whole Foods. Than to Ikea, then home.

 

Oil change in my 2019 yesterday and oil change in daughters 2015 Tacoma today. Wish 5th gen was as easy and quick as the 2nd gen Tacoma.

 

I thought those videos detailing the relocation just moved the oem plug by unclipping the harness connectors to the frame, not adding an extension...am I missing something?

 

I found an inline extension and moved the OEM plug.

 

I went to purchase a Yakima MegaWarrior from Toyota, and I got two results.

$599
https://autoparts.atlantatoyota.com...t-associated-accessory-product-aap-ptn9700222

$470.35
https://autoparts.atlantatoyota.com/products/product/roof-cargo-basket-pt97060200

Anyone know why there is such a large price difference?

 

No, you're not missing anything. I haven't received my new relocation bracket yet so I haven't tried yet. There's conflicting stories if the OEM harness will reach the relocation bracket or not. I just wanted to find out about the extension harness in case I did need it.

 

I buy from Yakima directly, good results/ no damage, fair pricing. Just bought a bunch of stuff from them with their 20% Christmas discount.

 

If only that discount continued to today...
But still... any idea why Toyota has two different products that appear to be the same?

 

Check the Yakima park numbers, they may be different models , some of those baskets are longer

 

So, I just spoke with my local dealership. They spoke directly with Toyota who said that the products are exactly the same. The difference is that the higher priced part comes directly from Yakima while the cheaper part is a "Toyota" part. They are exactly the same.
I asked him what the difference was then, and his response was, "It's basically the warranty that's the difference."

 

Could be that they appear the same because Toyota’s website is reusing the same pic for two different models.
Not the first time.

 

Your ad from Atlanta shows the 00222 ($599) as fitting 12 models and 195 variants but does not list specific vehicles
Your ad from Atlanta shows the 60200 ($470) as fitting 2 models and 52 variants but does not list specific vehicles

I found these parts listed at Sparks Toyota with the 00222 listed for RAV4 and Tundra and 60200 listed for 4runner and Landcruiser.
Also at Sparks the prices are nearly the same at $462 for the 60200 and $473 for the 00222.
Sparks also describes the 00222 as a canoe carrier but then lists another part as a canoe carrier immediately beneath the 00222 listing.
I think they have these listings screwed up because they are reselling a 3rd party part.
I would echo jwctaco and verify part numbers through Yakima.

Sparks link. Scroll up and down to see the various parts as it is a list of a bunch of different exterior accessories.
https://www.sparksparts.com/c-exter...hF0H-R-AiWPFC7a0d01hMtAy7cP3OmZye5BrjUPPbBoct

Good luck.

 

The way the local Toyota dealer described it to me is that one is a Yakima product and the other is a "Toyota" product. However, they are EXACTLY THE SAME product.
Essentially it comes down to warranty. Toyota warranties their products for a year, Yakima limited lifetime.

 

Jeez, so I ran them through a few different online dealerships I've had luck with over the years and it's all over the place.
Fitments vary, prices from $460 to $599, some will ship and some will not, shipping costs vary - A LOT. None of them mention the warranty info you received from your dealer...
I'll repeat the sentiments from my previous post.
Good Luck!

 

My last Yakima basket set up I bought in 95’ , granted I took care of it, it with my 18’ Tacoma when I sold it. Can’t wait to get my new set up installed on the T4R . It’s Yakima’s Lock N Load platform, cool thing is that I can get in and out of the garage with it on

 

One of the reviewers on the Yakima site also stated they had theirs for 21 years on a couple different vehicles.

 

Nah. I just use the rust reformer/paint technique. I don’t want any waxy greasy film on metal parts. I want to be able to do minor paint touch ups in the future. Of course I live in a no-salt zone so YMMV.

 

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...^^^... I buy things from them and I would show them the lower price. It's easier if you go to the parts counter to get the discount.

Sometimes it is an item that the customer didn't want also or slow moving stock.

 

Ya you make good points, I like the ability to touch up as well. Removing fluid film for painting obviously would not be fun.
I’ve been slowly painting the frame, no waxy greasy stuff yet (except for on the KDSS)

 

These just look like they would wear quick. Anyone with experience with this product? I do like the looks of them.

 

@LarryDangerfield [/QUOTE]
That Etsy dude?
Been eyeing that up as well…(had to)

how’s it feel?