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

I backed the car out and tried again to make sure I'm not stupid...

Nope, the outer lights on the map lights are on the wrong sides. And the dome light internals should be flipped 180*.

Now I get to see that great 4runnerlifestyle exchange policy.

 

Oh no. I ordered once from them and decided against it ever again. Mixed reviews.

 

Just mind boggling BOTH are put together backwards...

 

what brand is that roof rack? Prinsu?

 

Installed the OEM Audio + speakers that my wife gave me for Xmas. Well, not all the speakers, I still have to install the rear hatch speakers but did both sets of doors and both tweeters. Install was very easy and sound is much improved. Not on par with high end car audio systems but definitely worth the $650 to upgrade from stock.

 

Updated - I just installed the rear hatch speakers as I decided I’d feel better if I completed the job today and not tomorrow. These new speakers in the rear made a huge difference. They add to the entirety of the sound in the cabin, at all levels. Previously, they were muffled and bassy, now they compliment the others fully and clearly. I am very satisfied with the outcome. Factory speakers went straight in the trash can.

 

Update: I took apart both lights and flipped the plastic components 180* and both popped in. The dome light feels like it's a little overstuffed, but they both work.

 

Awesome! Glad they are working solid!!

 

Went to BAMS wholesale and picked up a fifth full TRD Pro wheel. Then off to tire rack for five Mickey Thompson 285 70 17s. Finally a full set.

tirerack.com has free shipping! So that’s good to know.

 

I just looked up where they are, only an hour away. That's good to know.

 

I go online with them and always a great experience.

 

Greenlane Offroad in Canada

 

Yeah, I spent a very long time searching old threads so that I could make an informed decision. Unfortunately, after all of the searches, there was no definitive info that said it was worth the cost or not. Some liked the upgrade but an equal number said to go a different route. Now that I’ve done it, I have no regrets. For less than $1k ($650) it was a major upgrade and is plenty good enough for my 4R. If I wanted studio like sound, I would have bought a different vehicle. What I have now is a beast with great sound. I’m happy.

 

Got Grandma to babysit - Used the 4R to get me to, and more importantly home, from GUTS Gators Ultimate Training Series.
Now I can't walk LOL

 

The most expensive upgrade by far...

 

No a new wife is much more expensive.

 

Finished building my Lego Land Rover Defender 90

 

This only seems fitting:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IZ-w_IKGRFM

 

I hated Alimony..

 

Used 4WD for the last time this year.

Also got the worst tank-average gas mileage since I bought the vehicle - 14 mpg.

 

I hope you'll have opportunity to use it next year.

 

But can it fit 35's?

 

Bought a set of Phillips H9 light bulbs back in 2018.

First one just went out on me.

Pretty good run, IMO.

 

This reminds me to find an excuse soon to go fart around and exercise the 4WD, and an excuse to get away from the old lady

 

She may be happy you’re getting out of the house. Hahah. My wife is when I go out for the day.

 

@raimieb
Right!?
My wife will complain about taking care of the toddlers during a busy dad work week, then I cautiously ask for permission to take a job out of town and she instantly says yes, of course, get out of here

 

haha

 

Finally washed it. The dark color and a dusty daily drive means my 4r has looked pretty neglected since installing the Gobi and giving up on tunnel washes. Hard water here means my usual method (foam cannon, 2 bucket wash, leaf blower, hand dry) takes forever.

Tried a rinseless wash today (P&S Absolute) with a sponge, and after a brief learning curve it's a nice compromise between speed and results. Had to wash and dry by sections, and I need an easier solution to drying under the rack, but got it looking presentable in record time.

 

Took the short-cut home with the 4Runner

 

Installed all the black trim no overlays getting rid of all the silver