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

Thank You again, kmeeg.

 

I like it, but man, that is one expensive piece of mesh! What is your opinion of it?

 

I wanted one too but I have the windows down a lot in the 4runner and figured I'd just get one for the taco. I never did though

How is it with the windows down? Looks good

 

Drove the SR5 to work this am.

 

Yeah it was spendy but cheaper then the Raingler version at least. I like it as it keeps jackets out of the way and I can toss the dogs towel up there too. Great for road trips where I try to maximize my space.

I wouldn't overload it as that will obstruct your view out the back window and anything heavy would become a projectile in an accident.

Honestly haven't tried it with the windows down yet, too cold now haha!

 

so sexy!!! I want them!!

 

Did exterior and interior TLC. 3 hrs later…

 

185k oil change, swapped in the metal oil filter housing, and giving the valvomax drain plug a try. Keeping the oem parts as backup in case the others don’t make the cut.

 

Try a DYI solution. Get a bungee cord cargo net (Amaz*n, ebay, Harb*r Freight) and reinforce the frame of it with paracord to keep it tight. It works well for under $20.
Check out the @MeefZah post for a pic:
https://www.4runners.com/threads/interior-modifications.6807/#post-58150

 

Spent two days driving/hiking along the Cathedral Valley Loop in Capitol Reef country.

 

Added side visors. Blocks the sun from the sides. Should have done this a while ago.

 

You know your front visors rotate to the side

 

Yes, it is a pain in the ass to unclip and swing it over (to lazy). This way, I can just flip it down when needed.

 

nice. 20% tint does wonders as well.

 

If I could, I would like to be able to tint. Would have saved me $$$. Don't want to take any chances.

 

I hear ya. I had a 90 Notchback and got pulled over 2xs for 20% tint on front driver/passenger in my township, but both of my 4runners with the same tint gets ignored. Go figure…

 

Nice!

Man, that looks sharp.
Mine's a little filthy ... I need to take solve that this coming week.

 

Thank you, figured get all that done before the trip up for the rims, another treat for the ole girl.

 

Got Rust Check dripless clear gel (similar to Fluid Film but isn't smelly) sprayed at a local shop:

 

re-installing the 4R skid kit in the rain, following fluid service (during my kids nap time, and wife’s nail appointment).



*edit: my neighbour has formally complained to strata requesting a fine for me repeatedly doing “repairs” here, it’s a no-no. being a narc is a no-no

 

Tell the neighbor that nothing was broken, therefore no repairs were being done.
Then tell her to mind her own beeswax.

 

love nosey neighbors! Ugh!

 

yep disassemble and clean day. Lol!

 

Tell "Karen" F Off!!!

 

She's running! Got to give it to Magnuson, their kit is built for DYI. 67 step by step pictures for the tune and 290 for the hardware. Everything is in two boxes, all you need is tools. Need to throw some props out to "Jailbreak overland" for his step by step walkthrough vids on tubeyou.

 

Jealous anger….time to install a Borla exhaust and fire her up at 5am.

 

$110 chineseium knockoff front skid came in from Texas, Caramore P/N LSOT00466: https://www.ebay.com/itm/143972661154 One corner poked through the carton during shipping and worn away the powder coat:



The skid included 4 long bolts, which fit fine in the front with the included spacers, but were too long in the rear locations, so I just used the OEM bolts there. Also installed the Tacoma engine skid I previously trimmed and painted:



Disclaimer for newbies: I don't recommend aluminum skid plates for off-road use. My 4Runner is a pavement pounder that may see deep snow and the occasional road debris (wood pallet, Hino truck grille, tire carcass, paving stone...). Don't follow my example if you're building a trail rig.

 

Drove it to the Georgia Bushcraft Festival.

 

*Carven, though I suggest fitting earplugs for yourself first

 

I was trying to be somewhat civil...that exhaust is pure evil!