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

Did some reading and saw first hand that the clearcoat on the headlights and tail lights SUCKS. Maybe it's the design that has the flat top of both exposed to UV's, but not wanting to sand down and 2k clear them quite yet. Figured I'd buy some time trying to keep it from chipping/peeling some more with headlight vinyl:

 

Today, not much! Gluing down my Sun altimeter on the dash and storing a new tug strap and shackles. Will be gluing down/installing the Garmin 65 in She-Who-Must-Be-Obeyed's" RAV4.

 

Which one did you get? A few years ago I replaced my digital handheld with a Sun and I really like it, especially the barometric pressure scale that's independent of calibration. It saves GPS battery on the trail and it's been pretty accurate in big, fast ups and downs, such as in the Grand Canyon.

 

Just added a keychain on my FOB
This is from Yotadesigns on Etsy

 

I got this one:

Sun Company AltiLINQ - Dashboard Altimeter and Barometer | Altimeter for Car and Truck | Reads Altitude from 0 to 15,000 Feet.


I have a heart condition and COPD, so I watch the altitude. We were at Lava Beds NM last weekend and took a back trail out & stopped for a bathroom break and I was REALLY out of breath. Saw we were ~7500 feet. Only issue is using the Velcro for attaching it and the hinge keeps sliding closed from the bouncing when off road. I Super Glued the hinge and I'm trying 3M double sided tape and will see how that works!

 

We have a Nautical Blue 4Runner (Mine) and a blue RAV4, so I got this to tell them apart:

$18 Au-TOMOTIVE GOLD Tear Drop Key Chain for Toyota 4Runner (Blue)

Amazon.com: Au-Tomotive Gold, INC. 4Runner Blue Teardrop Keychain : Automotive

 

My new favorite upgrade! These should come from the factory like this!



Got mine from eBay in 3 days.

 

Replaced the wiper blades with the OEM inserts I got - no more streaking and smearing!

Also received my hitch mounted spare tire carrier from SSO today. They surprised me and gave me the shortened receiver I begged for - can't wait till the end of the month when I'm taking some time off to get all the stuff sitting in the garage installed!

 

Dissapointed that they do not have option for rhose that have 3rd row seating.

 

Are your midrow seats different? I would think they would work just fine. I didn't buy the floor liner for the back, because I have the factory liner that I'm happy with

 

Yeah it was different as per vendor it is does not fit a 5th grn limited.

 

I attempted (the key word being attempted) to install the TRD skid plate from Cartrimhome this afternoon. It looked easy enough, even to me and I am not at all mechanically inclined although I have gotten better over the last few years.

I got the old skid plate off with no problem. I held the new skid plate up and I could tell something wasn’t right. I then remembered reading something about having to remove the radiator support brackets so I did that. Held the skid plate back up and something still wasn’t right. The bolts for the rear were not long enough. I then figured out that because of the lift kit and the front differential drop, I would have to have longer bolts and additional spacers. Off to Home Depot. I was able to eventually come up with bolts and hardware to make additional spacers. By the time I got back home, it was dark outside. So, I will try again tomorrow.

 

Does the new skid support the radiator? Otherwise I would question removing the support brackets

 

There still appears to be more than sufficient support for the radiator. I called them “radiator support brackets” because that’s what they were called in what I read somewhere. I don’t know if that is actually the correct term for them. Either way, the radiator isn’t going to move. Plus with the new skid plate in place, the radiator is well protected in the bottom side.

 

U have a link? How does it install? Thanks

 

TRD skid plate install is complete. I went with the Cartrimhome version since I have KDSS. It was a PITA because there were no instructions and the YouTube videos I watched left out a lot of important details but I got it done.

 

Looks good! I need to get black letters for mine.

 

$63 powoq Backrest Mat Compatible with 2010-2024 Toyota 4Runner Back Seat Protector TPE Mat Replacement for 2010-2024 Toyota 4Runner 5-Seat Accessories (Fit W/and W/O Sliding Tray, Rear Backrest Mats)

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BFQVXHSD/?coliid=I384Y38VJJ6PCL&colid=3NMPIIX2NX38F

I haven’t pulled the trigger yet but I think they Velcro to the seat backs.

 

Yeah, they use Velcro. If you actually use the cargo area for.....cargo, these are a must. I tore my Canvasbacks while camping. Not a knock on the CB's, they do their job. But are not designed for hard use.

 

Replaced the lower valence that's been waiting on me for a minute. Full storm trooper now. Also found out I had some scratches that have appeared on the rear bumper that I'll try buffing out and a crappy repair on the edge of the bumper I had never noticed before. None are a big deal but definitely annoying.

 

My wife has these in her Outback. I just pulled them out an hour ago because she needed the slippery carpet to move some heavy objects. Besides velcro, hers had some elastic cords that looped over the back seat headrests.

 

Just installed RSG Metalworks rock sliders. Took about an hour and 45 mins. About 23-25 bolts than need to be screwed in but definitely worth the investment.

 

Workin' on cheeky gear shifter squeak

https://youtube.com/watch?v=q34h9lqlqYE&feature=share9

 

I think I’ve used the term radiator support brackets because I read that too (LOL), but they seem to actually be additional bracing for the stock skid plate. Since this skid plate is tougher than stock it should be fine , unless you may come crashing down on a rock when off road.

 

Installed Rotopax deluxe mounting bracket on my Crestone window panel. 4 gallons is only good for a measely 75-80 kms for off road gas mileage.

When I get the rear swing out tire carrier, I’m definitely going to order the under carriage spare tire gas containers, since 2 of them would fit perfectly for ground clearance and would be an added 12 gallons.

 

Hey Vito, What Pro grill is that? Cover or OEM?

 

The grill is also from Cartrimhome. It is o.k. but still not OEM quality regardless of what the YouTubers say.

 

Thanks.
Like your skid.

 

Who else only gets to work on the Runner during baby sleeping hours

 

I added 24 gallons with a Long Range America auxiliary gas tank. 47 gallons on board total. If you reposition your spare you have cleared where the LRA will sit. Just saying.