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

using this beast appropriately!

Plenty of off-pavement roads in Arizona (the windshield is evident of that as well, currently on #3 in < 3years but I digress). Thanks for the clarification, thought it was subpar powder coating.

 

1) Installed an updated Nav SD Card ($33 from the Jungle). Put it in the slot and it immediately updated. Didn't loose any preset destinations either.
2) Installed AME air filter ($45 from the Jungle). Quick and easy and a much more substantial looking product than the OEM one. Plus it will pay for itself in a short amount of time since I won't be spending $25 every time I would have to change the filter.

 

Blacked out & ceramic coated.

 

If you don't mind the conversation, why raptor? Is powder coating NOT an option, doable or worth it? Or raptor a better choice after the powder coat fails?

Above aside, thanks for the reassuring that it's expected with heavy use.

 

PC is a waste for sliders if you actually use your vehicle

 

Didn't know that. Thus, reassuring my naïveté as I thought something was wrong but instead expected and I was ignorant for having them powder coated. What is a better option? And thanks for sharing, as I do use the vehicle quite a bit (isn't that why we purchase 4Runners? ...that's rhetorical).

 

Huh? Unfamiliar. What is this update (for)?

 

Do you happen to know a part # for these? Searching the webs gives a bunch of conflicting info.
I want to go this route, as I don't like my running boards and I don't like the look of the predator steps. These have a nice streamlined look to them while still have a step for wife and kids.

 

My 2019 4R came with Navigation. It's run from a Micro SD Card. I ordered and installed an updated version (newer streets, etc.).

 

I went against powder coat due to knowing it will flake off again with rocks and debris flying at it. A friend used raptor on his fenders and sliders. He does a lot more legit off roading than I and it's held up nicely. So I researched the product more and decided to give it a go. It looks tough and durable so I'm hoping it will hold up so that constant touch ups aren't required. I'm one of those people who are a bit obsessed with keeping my rig looking nice. Yes, she's allowed to get filthy, but she needs to clean up and shine, too

Plus, getting PCed locally was going to run close to $400+. I saved at least $300 doing it myself.

 

https://www.amazon.com/T1464R-Textured-Toyota-Runner-LIMITED/dp/B076H5KHBS?th=1

These are exactly what are on mine.

 

Greased the drive train, what a mess. Since the dealer wouldn't do it, they said its not need it WTF.

Hahahha, oh discovered transmission oil film underneath. Cleaned it up i

2018 with 70k miles.

 

Normal, most likely rock hits. Powder coating is a waste on armor if you're going to be using it. Rattle can and touch up whenever it shows wear.

 

ive not used raptor lining but have considered it. Rust oleum high performance enamel is what I use. You’ll probably have to take them off once a year to re-spray them

 

Thanks for sharing.

Is it possible to apply the raptor product over powder coated items? Thanks.

 

All the information I read about raptor liner is that prep is key. You want as clean a surface as you can get. So if the PC is flaking, you'll want to remove it before applying raptor.

I did my due diligence with prepping as while I saved $ with raptor liner vs new PC, the raptor product is not at all cheap like a typical rattle can.

I sanded off all the PC I could and found a bit of surface rust, so got rid of most of that. Then I cleaned with mineral spirits. I sprayed the rusty areas with Rustoleum rust converter, and then applied 2 light coats of the Raptor Adhesion Promoter before I even attempted the actual liner coating.

It was definitely a project. And since it was windy, I had to hold off a few days to spray. And even letting the liner cure for 3 days after it's all done feels like an eternity. But I want to do it right since I don't want to have to go back and touch up as often.

Sorry for the long answer

 

NEVER apologize for being thorough, whether the raptor liner project or the answer. Much appreciate it. Thank you.

 

She got new hiking shoes

 

BUMP! No one knows how to remove this?

 

Maybe this can help?

 

Thank you but this isn't it. I tried prying the end pieces off with plastic tools but they aren't coming off. I'll figure it out I guess.

 

Looking at the pictures from the other site, those end pieces might not separate from the middle piece.

 

Ya know what? I think you're right. I apologize to 4runGirl88, I didn't scan all the way down on the pictures on that post. It's way more involved than I thought! Not thrilled at removing the air bag but since it only has to be moved out of the way, not disconnected I should be fine.
Thanks @4runGirl88 and @replica9000.

 

walked out this morning and saw this...a screw in between treads. dont know how long its been there, or obviously how long the screw is. drove it to work, no problem. now what? would a plug be ok there?

 

If you trust the local chain of tire stores, some offer free flat repair. We went through a multi-year period where the family grocery-getter was picking up a nail or screw every six months. Other than the inconvenience of an unplanned hour stop at the tire shop it didn't cost us a thing.

 

Yup plug it, no problem.

 

I bought mine used form a local guy. Had them on a week and his wife totaled their rig. The NFab website is weird. It only shows Tundra pics. I bought something else from these guys. Quick to ship and easy to use website.

https://realtruck.com/p/n-fab-black-cab-length-nerf-bars/v/toyota/4runner/2017/

 

Here are several other styles, including one just like the OEM Predator steps.

https://realtruck.com/c/exterior-accessories/nerf-bars-running-boards

 

It is a rather tedious looking process. Good luck! Let us know how it turns out.

 

I appreciate it!