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

I have them on my '23 OR. Great tires so far!

 

Thanks! I appreciate the info. Very cute pups!

 

How’s the road noise and wet traction ?

 

Agreed on 30mm

 

Thanks everyone who answered my question regarding rock slider bolts.
I have rust treatment to do on that whole centre section of the 4R. So before winter I’ll swap to stainless and maybe add lock washers, not sure how much they are needed on an approx. 40ft/lb bolt. Never a bad idea.
I also plan to hit the frame with blaster surface shield or something before reinstalling sliders after rust paint dries for long enough.

The bolts are flange head so they kind of are OK but washers would surely be little larger diameter, and better!

 

I couldn't find any threads when I searched but does anyone have a suggestion for a flashlight holder? I just bought an Olight on prime day and would like to mount it somewhere in the cab.

 

I carry a tactical light but I just keep it in the center console.

 

A few suggestions.

https://www.amazon.com/s?k=visor+mo...isor+molle,aps,364&ref=nb_sb_ss_ts-doa-p_1_11

$26 Neepiar Gear Shift Organizer Tray Compatible with Toyota 4Runner 2010-2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 Center Console Organizer Storage Box Interior Accessories (Patent Design)

https://www.amazon.com/Neepiar-Orga...ta+4runner+accessories&qid=1721169333&sr=8-30

$20 Voodonala for 4Runner Side Door Storage Box Glove Organizer Tray Door Handle Storage Compartment Bin for 2010-2024 Toyota 4runner Accessories, ABS Black 4pcs(Doesn't fit limited)

https://www.amazon.com/Voodonala-4R...ix=toyota+4runner+door+storage,aps,431&sr=8-6

And rubber mats for the door inserts, cup holders, cubbies, etc.

$33 JDMCAR Compatible with Toyota 4Runner Accessories 2010-2023 2024 Premium Cup Holder, Console, and Door Pocket Inserts Kit (2 Row, Red Trim)-27PC Set

https://www.amazon.com/JDMCAR-Conso...ix=toyota+4runner+door+storage,aps,431&sr=8-8

 

I used to keep mine in the center console as well. However, now that I have the Rago center console molle panels, I keep them there.

 

I keep mine in the tissue holder in the center console lid, next to a smaller pack of tissues.

 

I just keep a 2 D maglite under my seat on the righthand side. Has never moved or made a sound. I did just pick up one of those over the hump caddies. It doesnt hold much but nice to have 1 more place to throw crap. Holds a small fry great too

 

Big upgrade today!!! I love them! Large is perfect!

$14 Car Window Shades, 2 Pack Breathable Mesh Side Car Window Sun Shades, Stretch Car Window Screens for Baby/Camping Heat Block UV Protection, Back Window Covers for Car, Truck, SUV, Van-(L 23x49x21)

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B099NBSZN6

 

Well

February I put a new Toyota windshield on the runner. Got a transparent UV blocking tint installed on it that really helps with the summer heat at the same time.

Sunday I got a rock chip, called the shop and they sent a guy out to fix the chip.

Not only did he botch the chip repair, he melted the tint with a heat gun after I warned him that his employer had installed the tint. Going to the shop tomorrow to see what they are going to do about fixing it. New tint at a minimum, maybe a new windshield. At least all of this was on the far passenger side.

 

I'm not saying it's aliens, but..... Anyone else have "crop circles" on their 4Runner? I have no idea where these came from. I would never put anything, much less something shaped like this on my hood. I first noticed one on the roof edge above one of the doors. It was much smaller than these. Then I saw one on my hatch. Now these. No one in my family would put anything on my car (that I know of). The ones on the hood are maybe 3-4 inches in diameter. The one I saw on the roof edge was about 2". You can see smaller one (to the left of my hand) along with the larger one in this first pic.

 

Well... I decided to google just for kicks and found this. Color me amazed.

https://www.reddit.com/r/mildlyinte..._piece_of_hair_got_stuck_to_my_car_it_made_a/

 

When you start making your 4R your cellphone wallpaper instead of your family

 

Finally replaced the 4x4 shifter

 

Interesting. Is there a Possibllity of kids bouncing a ball off your vehicle?

 

Trying out Tuxmats, please excuse the dog hair:



Nothing wrong with the rubber Toyota ones it came with; these are just fancier. I like how they clean up the seat rails and seem to completely eclipse the carpet. Caps to keep mud out of the latches would have been nice.

 

WOW. That a whole new definition of full coverage.

 

I like these how they cover the door step area. Where did you buy these??

 

They have a hum to them at highway speeds but nothing terrible, quieter than the nitto trail grapplers I had on my Silverado. They do awesome in the rain/standing water.

 

Couldn't find the 7-seat version anywhere except tuxmat.com but they shipped very quickly. Apparently Canadians can get them from Costco.

 

Who makes those seat covers? Do you like the seat covers? Any issues? Thanks.

 

Just checked them on the web site. Any issues when getting in the vehicle with the door step are lifting up or catching them.

 

It's actually covering the underseat amp now too; need to work on that later.

Rear is Coverking and fronts are Marathon (identical licenced fabric); they have different approaches but both are pretty good considering cordura doesn't stretch. Should have gotten the "large" option for the front seat bottom pocket, and the material is a little scratchy for an armrest.

Not yet, but they're brand new. They come with a bunch of under-panel and Velcro clips to prevent that; I only installed a few.

 

Rear is Coverking and fronts are Marathon (identical licenced fabric); they have different approaches but both are pretty good considering cordura doesn't stretch. Should have gotten the "large" option for the front seat bottom pocket, and the material is a little scratchy for an armrest.


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I appreciate the information. Thank you.

 

Our kids are grown(ish), so not an issue there. It's always garaged so no chance of neighbor kids either. The hair thing seems to make the most sense. We've definitely got an abundance of that floating around with the huskies. I'll pay attention to it and see if I can get a video of it happening in action.

 

Thank you for the info. I maybe getting a set.

 

That sounds awfully soon for pads and rotors. Do you drive mainly in a city with lots of starts/stops? Lots of hills? Or did the previous owner?
Try finding a highly rated independent shop for brake work.