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Discussion in '5th Gen 4Runners (2010-2024)' started by BMunster234R, Feb 25, 2024.

  1. Feb 25, 2024 at 12:59 PM
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    BMunster234R

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    I love seeing pics from the day people bought their 4R to later after mods...(or just miles).

    In the short time I have had my 2023 TRD ORP, I added new TRD rims and tires, a TRD PRO grille, swapped out the horrible looking silver front and rear valances for matte black ones...tinted the front windows 35%, added some rain guards on the windows, and stuck a K&N air filter in there (at times getting 23.2 MPG after adding that)...

    Coming from a 2020 Taco TRD ORP, this vehicle is just a massive upgrade. People ask if I regret buying it. I say, "Yeah, I regret not buying one ten years ago." LOL...

    Before....
    IMG_0565.jpg
    And.....after:
    DSC_4353_4_5_6_7.jpg
     
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    IMG_0924.jpg Mostly stock, but Rock Warrior wheels.

    Then slightly modified
     
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    BMunster234R

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    Looks like two totally different 4Rs!!
     
  5. Feb 25, 2024 at 1:09 PM
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    Black overlays. Black tailpipe.
    Where did you get the black valances?
     
  6. Feb 25, 2024 at 1:09 PM
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    BMunster234R

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    Wow!! Nice MGM 4R...
     
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    They're all over Amazon...fit very well. If you need the link, just lemme know. I'd be glad to share...
     
  8. Feb 25, 2024 at 1:11 PM
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    Thanks.....yours too!
     
  9. Feb 25, 2024 at 1:11 PM
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    I know right? It’s impressive how well it can go together if you plan (or have a plan) and execute :burnrubber:
     
  10. Feb 25, 2024 at 1:11 PM
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    BMunster234R

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    A couple bucks later. LOL
     
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    That’s just between you and me, no one else :spy:
     
  12. Feb 25, 2024 at 1:14 PM
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    BMunster234R

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    LOLOLOLOLOLOL
     
  13. Feb 25, 2024 at 1:18 PM
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    The day I brought 'er home

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    Last week

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    It's also funny how much phone cameras have improved in eight years.
     
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    Wow that's super cool...love the DRLs...
     
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    b4 & after:

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  16. Feb 25, 2024 at 1:20 PM
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    Borracho Loco My 4Runner identifies as a Prius!

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    Damn, ya'll are making me look weak. LOLOLOL
     
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    And the beautiy of it is there are so many examples of built 4Runners which really makes it easy to get the look and performance you want. And the aftermarket support is off the charts with our popular and seasoned platform.
     
  19. Feb 25, 2024 at 1:22 PM
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    Man, I love those anniversary SR5 Premium editions....they'll always be cool.
     
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    Is this like where's waldo, lol. I found him........yellow fogs and tires :)
     
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    "It's like a Jeep...except for men." LOLOLOL
     
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    Since I don’t want to start a new thread my question will go here:
    My 4R is black. What valance will look better: matte or gloss black?
     
  23. Feb 25, 2024 at 2:31 PM
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    I would say matte black just because it tends to match the other front end grille / bumper parts. I guess it would be a personal preference, but that would be mine...
     
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    Little here, littlw there..

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    matte
     
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    Nice 4R…
     
  27. Feb 25, 2024 at 4:32 PM
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    Steely123 What's the new trend? I'll do it!

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    Buying it

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    Today
     
  28. Feb 25, 2024 at 4:45 PM
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    thank you!
     
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    That red 4R “pops”…
     
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