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

Discussion in '5th Gen 4Runners (2010-2024)' started by Bob, Jul 24, 2016.

  1. Apr 28, 2019 at 10:55 PM
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    The left coast
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    It’s just sheet metal.
     
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  2. Apr 29, 2019 at 1:05 AM
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    Doesn't the chrome Toyota symbol just pop off?
     
  3. Apr 29, 2019 at 4:13 AM
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    Nothing crazy, just upgraded the lift gate strap to the agency6 red strap, seems more heavy duty and the best part that it is direct replacement.

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  4. Apr 29, 2019 at 5:03 AM
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    Did some off-roading on my new 285’s and 3” liftBC6A91AC-73B4-4E18-BD72-1BF0AC028C6D.jpg
     
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  5. Apr 29, 2019 at 6:21 AM
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    Pretty sure it’s stuck on with glue/double sided tape.
     
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  6. Apr 29, 2019 at 8:01 AM
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    Really? That sucks. They used to be on there with clips back in my Tacoma days and it just popped right off.
     
  7. Apr 29, 2019 at 8:49 AM
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    Cool! Thanks for the heads up on the dip coat.

    I masked over that dimple area with lots of pieces of tiny tape, so Im not sure if it would peel properly or not.

    I briefly tried a quick search to see how easy it was to pop off the toyota symbol in the front, but didn't come up with anything for the 4Runner. I was impatient and didn't look very hard. So I just said fvck it, and masked everything off.

    If the front is in fact attached with double sided tape, I would just mask everything off and paint it while on the vehicle.

    If it just pops off with a couple of clips, then I would go that route.
     
  8. Apr 29, 2019 at 10:59 AM
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    Washed it...

    Did the grille last week and dura-coated my shackles and winch hook.

     
  9. Apr 29, 2019 at 11:04 AM
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    Nice touch!
     
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  10. Apr 29, 2019 at 11:14 AM
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    It's a new grille. Replaced the upper with a PRO grille knock off. We'll see how long it holds up. Thx!
     
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  11. Apr 29, 2019 at 11:16 AM
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    Thanks, i think so as well
     
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  12. Apr 29, 2019 at 11:17 AM
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    Gonna have to copy you and snag me up one :cool:
     
  13. Apr 29, 2019 at 11:18 AM
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    go for it bro, they have different colors also
     
  14. Apr 29, 2019 at 11:18 AM
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    Sweet...I'll check em out. THX
     
  15. Apr 29, 2019 at 11:20 AM
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    np bud
     
  16. Apr 29, 2019 at 12:25 PM
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    C4 lo pro?
     
  17. Apr 29, 2019 at 12:39 PM
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    It's a WARN hidden winch mount bumper...100022. Comes powder coated.
     
  18. Apr 29, 2019 at 12:56 PM
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    The front emblem is attached with tabs that lock it in place.
    The front emblem is attached with tabs that lock in place. The upper grille needs to be removed in order to properly remove the emblem without breaking the tabs.
     
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  19. Apr 29, 2019 at 12:58 PM
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    Where did you get the knock off?
     
  20. Apr 29, 2019 at 1:10 PM
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    So it is possible to remove just the chrome emblem? Same start as install as pro grill..?
    Taking it out would save a lot of prep time.
    Thanks!
     
  21. Apr 29, 2019 at 1:22 PM
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    Got it off of Ebay. From a US seller, but I'm sure it's originally from Hong Kong. Fits nicely. Just needs a bit more 3M double sided tape and test fitting prior to installing since the sides don't fit flush. Needs to be evenly spaced. 140 bucks with everything needed. Includes TOYOTA letters.
     
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  22. Apr 29, 2019 at 1:22 PM
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    Yes, exactly. NP
     
  23. Apr 29, 2019 at 1:36 PM
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    BTW, I didn't remove it to plasti-dip mine. Just masked off openings in the grille. It's easy to remove the plasti-dip from the dipples. Use a tooth-pic. Plasti-dip is very forgiving stuff.

    Oh, yeah it's dirty as heck, but I wasn't gonna wash it since I was removing it.

    Here's some pics for ya...
     
  24. Apr 29, 2019 at 7:55 PM
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    Is that a rifle on your grill? I seriously can't tell...
     
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  25. Apr 29, 2019 at 9:05 PM
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    I always carry. I guess that happens after you have been shot in your own driveway.
    My Glock 23c is my safety net. Odd people come out when plowing all night...
    Any ways. Great place for your high lift!
    I need that banana holder from @victoryrunner. Wilderness brings threats.
     
  26. Apr 30, 2019 at 12:14 AM
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    Ok cool, so it is still like the older Tacomas I had, held on by clips
     
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  27. Apr 30, 2019 at 6:15 AM
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    Great pic... sharp rig
     
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  28. Apr 30, 2019 at 8:49 AM
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    Yeah. I definitely will. I like the look. Thanks!
     
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  29. Apr 30, 2019 at 8:49 AM
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    Yep
     
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  30. Apr 30, 2019 at 10:42 AM
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    That is COOL AS HECK!
     
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