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Just bought a 2013 SR5 and I already regret it

Discussion in 'New Member Introductions' started by CreekRunner, Feb 4, 2024.

  1. Feb 4, 2024 at 8:24 PM
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    CreekRunner

    CreekRunner [OP] New Member

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    I was not in the market for a new vehicle at all, but the transmission on my 300k mile 07 Durango decided to self delete. After weighing my options, I decided to buy a used SUV to replace the durango.
    I never paid any attention to 4runners but the more I looked and researched, the more I wanted one. I found a 4th gen v8 with 160k miles and went to look at it, but someone was already there to buy it when we pulled up.
    I'm actually glad that happened because that led to my wife finding a 2013 with 160k miles that we ultimately ended up buying.
    Here is the regret part, I wish I would have gotten a used TRD with the better looking front end. I still really like the one I bought though. I have had it for a week and all I've been doing is watching videos of people upgrading their 4runners and looking at parts.
    I took it up part of my trails on my property yesterday and was impressed how far I got in 2wd on muddy steep terrain. Now I want to go to some off road parks close to me and really test this thing in 4wd.
    Ive never really geeked out over a vehicle before, but the more I drive this thing and learn about it, the more I love it.
     
  2. Feb 4, 2024 at 8:30 PM
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    steelevo

    steelevo Not so new anymore...

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    Welcome. Looks like you bought the pre-facelift model. They changed the front end in 2014.
     
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  3. Feb 4, 2024 at 8:45 PM
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    CreekRunner

    CreekRunner [OP] New Member

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    Is it even possible to swap the new front end onto the 2013?
     
  4. Feb 4, 2024 at 8:48 PM
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    Yotaholic

    Yotaholic New Member

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    Lol. You picked up the best trim. Get the Toyota grill and you are good.

    20240112_133321.jpg
     
  5. Feb 4, 2024 at 8:51 PM
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    steelevo

    steelevo Not so new anymore...

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  6. Feb 4, 2024 at 8:52 PM
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    Yotaholic

    Yotaholic New Member

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    We have A-Trac similar to(But superior) your Durango's brake lock differential. A-Trac is more than enough for the majority of us who go offroad. Press a button and have fun!
     
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  7. Feb 4, 2024 at 11:37 PM
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    DesertSurfer

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

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    Welcome aboard! Let the games begin!
     
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  8. Feb 5, 2024 at 3:20 AM
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    JET4

    JET4 Old Member

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    welcome
     
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  9. Feb 5, 2024 at 4:09 AM
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    Dabigono

    Dabigono Just Joined

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    Welcome
     
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  10. Feb 5, 2024 at 4:12 AM
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    Ironguy

    Ironguy Kind of New

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    New pine scent hanger, new sun shade
    Welcome from AZ!
     
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  11. Feb 5, 2024 at 5:31 PM
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    Steely123

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

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    Welcome
     
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  12. Feb 5, 2024 at 6:06 PM
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    Pentangler

    Pentangler Happy Member

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    Welcome aboard.
     
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