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

Picked this up an Ellis Precision Shift Knob Set for $25! Win!
(I need to clean my interior)

 

That's a big win!

 

I didn’t do it today but on Jan. 23 I ordered some Cali Raised Molle panels, then on Jan. 28 I ordered RSG sliders. On Feb. 9 I ordered a Gobi stealth rack with ladder. Still waiting on all three with absolutely no idea when they’ll arrive. I’m not worried about the sliders or roof rack, because I ordered those directly from RSG and Gobi, but sadly I ordered the molle panels from 4Runner Lifestyle and I just read a thread yesterday about how shitty they are with bigger items. Either way, I have some serious mods coming eventually.

 

purchased it. Take delivery Monday....

 

TRD OR W/Pro wheels! Nice score!! White Extra Bonus points from me ,eh!!

 

Doing dirt bike things today lol

Camera is lying. It is so steep I couldn't do it in 2WD

 

Nice
Auto transmission fluid service?
What else

 

I really like my seat gap fillers.

I used to call it "The Pit", lol, anything that falls down there requires you to pull over.

 

Thanks man stoked!!

 

Then there's me posting my plate, and then my address

 

Question about a tire brand.

Discount Tire has these Rocky Mounty AT tires. I've never bought these before. Price is REALLY good for some ATs. Has anyone ever bought these? If you have, thoughts on them? Ratings on their website seem to suggest they are good tires.

I wish I could afford those pricier tires, but practicality (and limited tax refund) says otherwise.

 

Installed RSG Sliders to 24 Pro today.

 

Identified holes to run tap through and plugs to remove first, then removed plugs and cleaned threads on all frame nuts. Applied a coat of LPS 3 to mating surface of sliders, installed and torqued. Took 3 hours by myself not fooling around.

 

Nicely done! Looks great. I had forgotten to remove plugs on one side but seems like the torque squeezed them flat. Do you think that will cause a problem long run?

 

I don’t see how leaving the plugs will make much of a difference, The frame and mounting plates don’t fit perfectly together. I do think the RSG mounting plates surfaces are nice.
If I had to do it again, I would pay a little more attention to a few of the larger mounting holes in the plates and double up on the flat washers.
Edit: I used anti-seize on the bolts as RSG uses lock washers on top of flat washers. The sliders have a little adjustment and I tightened mine down as far up as possible.

 

Thanks for the insight. Appreciate you. I had used Westcott and they lined up well. Just a hard job with one person. Not easy so glad it’s done and enjoy!

 

Thanks, the 3.5 to. Floor Jack o used has a larger surface that rotates and made it super easy. Removing the OEM Predator steps only took a few minutes. For me, the most time consuming part was chasing the threads in the frame nut. I didn’t want to run into issue with not get the last bolt started and having to drop the slider.

 

Got to admit, our 5th gen is the most good looking SUV out there. I always turn around for that look
Toyota could just keep putting out these for another decade and they will sell 100k to 150k a year. But it won't happen. EPA, you suck!

 

New tires: Mickey Thompson Baja Boss XL load in 265/70/17. Had four sets of Duratracs on previous 4Runner and Jeep. Trying something different. Reviews were positive in terms of balancing. That is the main reason I went with them. So far so good.

Found a nail in the shoulder of one of the stock Duelers. Gave me the excuse I wanted.

I’ve had a nail and a broken windshield before 10k mi. Whadaya gonna do?

 

I agree. I guess that's why it has changed so little in all this time. When I bought mine a co-worker said "It looks like a pissed off bug!" LOL!

 

Was the slide out the back an option from your dealer? Do the kids love the slide or is it for you?

 

I took all the plugs out when I installed my Greenlane sliders, but popped a couple back in that were not covered by the mounting plate.

Chasing the threads is the most important thing to do though. My frame has a thick coat of FF on it, so hopefully it helps protect against corrosion where the sliders mount.

 

Doing the same thing today, 1st day out this year!

 

I attempted to install my TRD skid plate, but the back two bolts did not go in all the way. A couple of YouTube videos suggest using a tap, but one mentioned a 8mm and another a 10mm. I have a 2020 ORP. Any guidance on which I should purchase?

 

Get them both I use those 2 sizes all the time on Toyota's!

 

I used this. Worked perfectly

 

Finished up installing a urd mid pipe (i got it on sale a few months back). It was a totally pain in the ass to install due to the studs that come off the headers/exhaust manifolds. The y pipe removes the rear two catalytic converters which could be an issue for your state laws. I already had the trd exhaust now the is sound deeper and rumbles more. I love it. Also seems to improve power in the mid range rpms(2000-4000rpm).
https://urdusa.com/urd-off-road-y-pipe-for-2010-2020-4runner-v6/

 

Ha! Ramp is for this guy. Would’ve included him in the photo in the ramp, but can’t control him and take glamour shots at the same time. *Weathertec ramp for anyone that wants to know.