Modifications and Accessories FAQ for the 4th gen 4runner

Good Times · 09-23-2006, 01:05 AM

This modifications FAQ for the 4th gen 4runner is designed to list the most common questions and answers that frequently get asked. The information found in this FAQ is a collection of everyone's effort to provide very accurate and detailed information. If you find any misinformation please contact the person that posted so it can get corrected and not mislead any members and visitors reading this FAQ. Please try and keep this FAQ the most accurate info to best serve everyone.

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Good Times · 09-23-2006, 01:05 AM

With the variety of lift applications available for the 4th generation 4runner how do you decide? The decision comes from within. What do you want to do with your 4runner? Are you simply looking for a means to look cool or give it a more aggressive look / leveled look? Do you want to take your 4runner places where you need that additional lift? How much do you want to lift? How big a tire do you want to stuff? Do you plan to add additional weight? What is your budget? Depending on many of these questions, your application can vary.

Keeping all this in perspective, here's a good point of reference. There are 3 different suspension lift technologies available: Spacer, Coil and Shock, Coilover. They all perform the same function... LIFT. The biggest difference is how each techonologies are applied to the existing stock system and the final cost.

Spacer Technology
This technology retains the stock suspension. Adding the spacer to the stock suspension will give you lift (height determined by size of spacer installed). Depending on which manufacturer you decide to use, some will utilize a combination of spacers that sit on top of the stock suspension called top out spacers and/or inside the stock suspension called preload spacers. The spacers looks like a hockey puck built out of polyurethane, steel or alumnimum. Depending on which manufacturer you go with, the material used will vary. They all perform the same function regardless of the material used.

If you are considering adding additional weight up front (bumper/winch/lights etc) I would stay away from this technology as you will experience a harsher ride due to the added weight. An average aftermarket bumper-and-winch combo will weight approximately 150-200# so bear this in mind.

Costs on this technology are very cheap (under $500). It is the cheapest solution available. This setup is ideal for those who want the quick-lift fix to add larger tires. Since you are essentially adding either a combination of preload spacer/top out spacer the overall ride feel will firm up. This is expected by the design of the technology applied.

Note: XREAS owners that want to maintain their XREAS system will be limited to the spacer technology. Unfortunately no other solutions are available. This means that the XREAS system can be removed safely and reinstalled at a later date with no negative effects on the system itself.

Manufacturers
Cornfed Suspension: 3" spacer lift front / 2" spacer lift rear (or custom sizes available between 1-3")
Revtek Suspension: 3" spacer lift front / 2" spacer lift rear
Daystar Suspension: 2.5" spacer lift front / 2.5" spacer lift rear
Tuff Country: 3" lift front spacer only
Toy Tec: 3" spacer lift front

Product Review Threads
Daystar Spacer Installation
Daystar Spacer with XREAS
Daystar Spacer with XREAS
Daystar Spacer with XREAS
Revtek Spacer
Cornfed Suspension with XREAS

Sample Vehicle Applications
V8 SE 4WD Daystar

V8 SR5 4WD Daystar

SR5 Revtek

V6 SR5 Cornfed

Good Times · 09-23-2006, 01:05 AM

Coil and Shock Technology
This technology replaces the stock suspension. The look and feel is identical to the stock suspension as it replaces the coil and shock. Depending on which configuration you decide on, the ride feel will be near identical to stock.

If you are considering adding additional weight up front (bumper/winch/lights etc) I recommend you look into stiffer coils to accomodate for the addition of the weight. The ride should stay within the stock feel with the adjustments made to the coils. If you considering building an expedition vehicle I highly recommend the coil and shock as you need not worry about the complexity of the system.

Costs for this technology is average (approx. $750)

Manufacturers
OME Coils:
Medium Duty Coils (front/rear) 884/895
Heavy Duty Coils (front/rear) 885/896
Extra Heavy Duty Coils (front/rear) 886/897

OME Twintube Shocks:
Front - N140S
Rear - N141(Soft), N142(Medium) - (22.5" extended, 13.77" compressed)
N71E (Hard), N74E(Stiff) - (24.18" extended, 14.43" compressed)

Example lift measurement: 3" lift front / 2.75" lift rear
OME Mediums 884 front coil and trim packer, N140S front shock, 895 rear coil, N142 rear shock

All Pro Offroad rear coils + Walker Evans rear shocks
Downey Offroad: 2.5" lift rear coil with Doetsch Tech MV-12 shock. (25" extended, 15" compressed)
Deaver Springs: 2" lift rear coil only
Donahoe Racing: Rear Coil (Part Number 5-2700)
Donahoe Racing : Rear Monotube Shock (Part Number 5-7510) (23.89" extended, 14.65" compressed)
Bilstein: 7100 series Rear Monotube Shocks with remote resevoir in conjunction with All Pro, OME or Deaver rear coils. 10" Short Body (Soft:255/70, Medium:275/78, Hard: 360/80 valving) with eye - stem adapter available at Total Chaos Fabrications (25.25" extended, 15" compressed).

Product Review Threads
OME
V6 SR5 4WD OME
Deaver Rear Coil

Sample Vehicle Applications
ARB 4runner with OME

V6 SR5 4WD with OME

V6 SR5 4WD with OME

V6 SE 4WD with Donahoe Racing and Deaver coils

Good Times · 09-23-2006, 01:05 AM

Coilover Technology
This technology replaces only the front stock suspension. The look and feel is similar to the stock suspension except you will have the ability to adjust the coil height to tune the height. This technology is ideal of high speed application but a growing number of low speed users are utilizing this technology. The ride feel will vary according to how you tune your coilovers. Many of the manufacturers pretune the coilovers to be very plush and feel exactly like a stock vehicle but better over the harsh terrain.

If you are considering adding additional weight up front (bumper/winch/lights etc), please make sure to adjust your coils for the added weight. This configuration is the ultimate setup for those that want to utilize every modern technology available. Highly recommended for high speed applications and even for slow speed application.

Costs for this technology is expensive (approx $750-1000 depending on size)

Note: XREAS equipped 4runner owners wanting to remove their XREAS system can safely remove the system will no effect. The system is safe to remove and reinstall at a later date with no ill effect.

Manufacturers
All Pro Offroad: 3" lift front coilover featuring Walker-Evans shocks and 650-lb All-Pro coils
Donahoe Racing: 3.5" lift front coilover
Sway A Way: 3" lift front coilover
Downey Offroad: 3" lift front coilover
Light Speed: 3.5" lift front coilover
King Shocks: 3" lift front coilover coming soon!

Product Review Threads
Donahoe Racing Coilover and Total Chaos Upper Control Arms
Downey Coilover
Downey Coilover - XREAS removed

Sample Vehicle Applications
V6 SE 4WD with Downey Coilover

SE 4WD with Donahoe Racing Coilover and Total Chaos Upper Control Arms

LTD 4WD with Donahoe Racing Coilover, Deaver Coils and Bilstein 7100 Shocks

Good Times · 09-23-2006, 01:16 AM

Long Travel Coilover Technology
Utilizes conventional coilover technology to another level. The vehicle is widened approximately 3-5" depending on the manufacturer application. This requires heavy modification which includes replacement of the Upper Control Arms, Lower Control Arms and custom front fenders. 4WD vehicles require replacement front axles to reflect the widened specification. Wheel travel is greatly increased with the widened stance giving greater vehicle stability with better suspension control for your high speed pleasures.

Costs ranges anywhere from $2500~$5000 depending on manufacturer application.

Note: XREAS equipped 4runner owners wanting to remove their XREAS system can safely remove the system will no effect. The system is safe to remove and reinstall at a later date with no ill effect.

Manufacturers
Total Chaos Fabrications: Long Travel Suspension
Camburg: Long Travel Suspension

Product Reviews Thread
Total Chaos Long Travel (4WD)

Sample Vehicle Application
SR5 V8 4WD Total Chaos Long Travel and custom rear suspension

Of the 3 technologies available, spacers are the most popular due to their price points. Keep in mind that lifting your 4runner and changing tires can be a costly investment so do a lot of research prior to making your final decision. Once you get your lift, give it a few weeks for the components to settle in and retighten the bolts to ensure the suspension is intact and not going to fall off while you're on the road/trail. Also take the time to get an tire alignment for the front wheels only (no need to spend $ on the rears as no changes will occur from the lift). The look of all the various lifts available will be similar. Depending on the size of the lift, the look may change somewhat but for the most part they are similar. Be aware that adding larger tires will also increase your height so make sure to be selective in your tire decisions as well.

Note: Highly recommended to extend the rear brakelines with longer stainless steel lines available at your local offroad shop.

Good Times · 09-23-2006, 01:22 AM

Jounce Shocks
Just when you thought 4 standard shocks aren't enough, here's an additional 4 more to compliment what you already have. These shocks will give you the ability to take your vehicle to the next level outside of getting a long travel kit. The key to utilizing the jounce shocks are using them at the last 2-3 inches of suspension travel. These shocks help to control the initial shock load much better compared to stock. It will not bounce back like rubber and keeps the spring from compressing as much thus making it possible for the bounce to return in a controlled fashion.

Vendors
Lightracing JounceShock System Part# 25780 (complete), #25762 (front) and #25784 (rear)
Donahoe Racing (utilizes the Lightracing Jounceshock System but revalved to Donahoe's specification)

Good Times · 09-23-2006, 02:12 AM

Misc Lift Upgrades
Once you lift your vehicle, it is highly recommended that you upgrade your brake lines as the stock length can get stretched out when you are flexing on the trails.

Vendors
All Pro Offroad Stainless Steel Rear Brake Line (24" long) Part# 5500R-AP-T-05
Slee Offroad Stainless Steel Brake Lines Kit (replaces front and rear) Part# STF1017

Good Times · 09-24-2006, 08:04 PM

Body Lift
Body lifts are different from suspension lift in that this technology just separates the body from the frame. This modification is not highly recommended as a primary method of lifting your vehicle. I would highly recommend that you do the suspension lift first prior to attempting the body lift. Since a body lift furthur separates the body from the frame there are some safety concerns so please keep this in mind. Many users perform the body lift to help minimize the rubbing experience even after doing the suspension lift. Currently the maxmimum size you can install for a body lift is 1.5". With the 1.5" body lift, you do not need to make any adjustments to the fuel or steering. Installation takes anywhere from 2-4 hours.

Manufacturer
Roger Brown Body Lift - Available in 1 ~ 1.5" of lift. Highly recommend the heavy duty hardware kit (option add on kit)

Product Review Thread
SR5 4x4 - 1.5" Body Lift

Good Times · 09-24-2006, 11:17 PM

Upper Control Arm
When aftermarket lifts are installed the OEM suspension design looses caster. By altering the factory caster, the vehicle lose onroad handling and performance and can have a tendency to wander when driving down the road. The aftermarket upper control arms add caster to the suspension when aftermarket lifts are installed. This increases overall handling and aids in the alignment of the vehicle.

Note: If you plan to retain your stock wheels and add larger tires (commonly applies to 285's), you will experience heavy rubbing at the upper control arms. By installing one of the available aftermarket upper control arms, you will be able to avoid the excessive rubbing experienced on the arms.

Vendors:
Total Chaos Fabrications Part Number 3500T-AP-A-ARM-05
All Pro Offroad
Camburg
Donahoe Racing Part Number 5-8550

Product Review Thread:
Total Chaos Upper Control Arms

Product Installation Thread:
Donahoe Racing Upper Control Arms

Good Times · 09-28-2006, 11:34 PM

Wheels
What fits?...

Rubbing will vary due to various configurations of wheels and tires. Remember that no two tire manufacturer will have the exact same tire size even though they publish the same tire size. Real world sizes will vary slightly and can also vary due to wheel sizes. Adding larger tires on the stock wheels will experience rubbing on the stock upper control arms. Depending on your wheel specification and tire size, you may experience rubbing on the frame walls. When you do upsize to 285's (33 equivalent) or larger, please make sure to remove your front and rear mudflaps. If you plan to reuse your stock wheels, please look into purchasing some aftermarket upper control arms.

SR5 Grade owners:: Ideal recommended aftermarket wheels: 16 x 8, 0 offset, 4.5 backspacing, 6x5.5 lugs
Sports/Limited Grade owners:: 17 x 7.5, 0 offset, 4.5 backspacing, 6x5.5 lugs

265/75/16 or 265/70/17 :: No rubbing (No lift required, stock wheel)
275/70/17 :: No rubbing (requires basic lift - 2.5" ~ 3" suspension lift, stock wheel or aftermarket wheel)
285/75/16 or 285/70/17 :: lots of rubbing - trim affected areas (requires basic lift - 2.5" ~ 3" suspension lift, aftermarket wheel) If you want to add a body lift 1.25" ~ 1.5" This will greatly reduce the rubbing related issues but will not completely resolve the problem
285/40/22 :: no lift
315/75/16 :: time to cut like crazy!

These figures are based on MT rated tires under offroad conditions. Tires will greatly impact the rubbing as tire specifications varies from manufacturer to manufacturer. Keep in mind that the wheel specification (offset / backspacing) will greatly impact the final oucome as well. Onroad conditions on rubbing will but less noticeable compared to offroad conditions.

comments on rubbing with 285's (33's equivalent):
1. requires complete removal of front and rear mudflaps.
2. requires cutting front fenderwell plastic liner by the front bumper. Use a knife (exacto would be ideal) and make sure not to puncture any items behind the liner. Please inspect the back prior to cutting the affected areas.
3. requires cutting front fender/bumper on the bottom edge closest to the tire. Expect to cut a triangle that jets toward the tire. Affected area will be a 3" x 3" to 3" x 6" triangle. Ideal to use a sawzall or cut off wheel and make sure to smooth the edges after. Rounding the triangle will give the fender/bumper a more natural appearance so some details are required.

If you decide to go larger:
1. Cut a section of the front body mount behind the front tire and reweld to reinforce body mount.
2. Pinch weld front wheelwell body panel behind the front tire above the front body mount. Either cut and pinch weld or use a big fat hammer to flatten the sheetmetal so you don't tear your tires.
3. Must get body lift to ensure minimal rubbing.
4. Rubbing on the rear door wheelwell expected. No way around this but cutting if you desire.

Tested configurations:
315/75/16 Goodyear MTR
2003 4runner SR5 4x4 - (Stock 16" Tires w/ Beadlocks - 16x8) and 3" Suspension Lift + 1.5" Body Lift

285/75/16 Goodyear MTR
2005 4runner SR5 4x4 - (16x8 4.5" BS, 0 Offset) and with OME Lift

285/70/17 BFG AT KO
4th gen 4runner - (17x8 Chip Foose Spank 6 Wheels) and Cornfed Lift

LT285/60R18 Toyo Open Country
2003 4runner SR5 4x4 - (Sport Metal 18x9) and Revtek Lift

33/13.5/20 Procomp Xtreme A/T
2005 4runner SE 4x4 - Cornfed 3" Lift

285/40/22 Falken STZ04
2005 4runner SE 4x4 - No Lift

265/70/17 Nitto Terra Grappler
2004 4runner LTD 4x4 - Daystar Lift

255/45/20 Mastercraft Plus M&S
2004 4runner SE 4x4 - (20" Akuza Adana)

Wheel Spacers
Wheel spacers are a quick and easy way to relieve some of the rubbing issues encountered with the front upper control arms. If you do not purchase any aftermarket wheels and experience rubbing on the upper control arms this is your cheaper alternative to purchasing aftermarket upper control arms.

Vendors:
Marlin Crawler 1-3" Wheel Spacers
SpiderTrax Offroad 1.25" Wheel Spacer - Part #WHS-007
All Pro Offroad 1.5" Wheel Spacer
Trail Gear 1-3" Wheel Spacers
Wab Fab 1-3" Wheel Spacers

Good Times · 09-29-2006, 12:37 AM

Trail Armor Options
Armor is the single most important modification you must do if you plan to venture into the unknown. I feel that this is much more important than getting a lift or even better tires. With armor at your sides you will be better prepared for what the trails will offer with the ease of mind knowing that your vehicle's body will be protected. Lifting and getting upgraded tires will help you get to places you traditionally can't get to but this also means that the trails get incrementally more difficult. Difficult trails are a tall tail sign of body damages if you don't have armor so I highly recommend that you invest in some armor prior to anything else.

With this in mind, there are many vendors that offer welded and bolted applications for the sliders. Sliders aka Rock Sliders are armor that protects the side of the body panels from rocks and other large objects. This is the single most important armor that you can do to project the sides of your vehicle. These sliders will replace the running boards so please do keep this in mind. There are many different types of sliders ranging from round tubing to square tubing. All of the variable applications do what they are built for so there is no need to be concerned that one design is much more inferior to another design. This also applies for welded and bolted applications. Both are trail tested and both deserves the same recognition. I highly recommend any of the vendors listed below as all vendors comes highly recommended by many of the owners in the community.

Bumpers: ARB and Shrockworks are the only full production manufacturer that produces front bumpers for the 2003+ 4runner. Additional custom bumpers (one off designs) are available from other vendors. Aftermarket bumpers help to increase approach and departure angles which greatly give the drive the ability to take a more aggressive trail with their vehicles. The bumpers also offer the ability to add a winch for situations such as recovery or even for trail repair. These aftermarket bumpers also offer a more rigid protection vs the factory plastic bumpers. There is one vendor currently in the process of building an off-the-shelf bumper so stay tune for more info.

Skidplates: Downey Offroad is the only vendor that offers production aftermarket skid plates. These skid plates are direct stock replacement made out of 3/16" steel. These skid plates do not protect the transmission or the transfer case. Other skid plates are in r&d at the current moment by other vendors.

Sliders / Rock Rails

4Crawler
Demello Offroad
Hanna Quality
Shrockworks
Sonoran Steel
Stubbs Welding

Bumpers (front and rear)

ARB Front Bumper
Demello Offroad
Shrockworks

Skid Plates

Downey Offroad Skidplates

Product Review Thread

Hanna Quality Sliders
4Crawler Sliders
Demello Offroad Front Bumper and Sliders
Shrockworks Bumper
ARB Bumper

Sample Vehicle Applications

ARB Front Bumper

Shrockworks Front Bumper and Hanna Quality Sliders

Demello Offroad Front Bumper and Sliders

Good Times · 01-11-2007, 05:26 PM

Offroad Modifications

As you venture deeper into remote areas, you will encounter less than desireable trails for your offroad vehicle. To be able to successfuly navigate through some of these difficult trails, you will need additional accessories specifically for these scenarios. Below are some common modifications done to get you deeper into those areas.

Gears and Lockers

ARB Rear Locker RD23
ARB Front Locker RD111 for gears lower than 4.10 (4.33, 4.56, 4.88, 5.29 etc)
ARB Front Locker RD121 for gears higher than 4.10 (3.9, 3.727, 3.5 etc)
Rear differential breather modification
Toyota Factory 4.56 or 4.88 front and rear gears available @ All Pro Offroad

Product Review Thread
ARB Rear Locker (RD23)

Heavy Duty Rear Lower Control Arms

All Pro Offroad
Man-A-Fre
Sonoran Steel

Heavy Duty Rear Upper Control Arms

All Pro Offroad

Reinforcing/Upgrading your driveshafts
Unlike other driveshafts the 4th gen 4runner driveshafts do not have cast ends welded to the tube. Instead they spin the two machined pieces together really fast and bond them. Therefore this is not the typical cut the welds and reweld the shafts together. JE Reel is one of the few driveshaft shops that can retube the driveshafts properly. When reinforcing/upgrading consider using thicker tubing.

For more information please visit JE Reel

Tire Deflation Kits
Here is a great article on the comparison of 10 popular tire deflator kits available. Read me!

4 Crawler Offroad Tire Deflator System
ARB E-Z Tire Deflators
Currie Enterprises EZ-Deflator
Klune V Rapid Air Down Valve Stem
Oasis Tire Deflators
Power Tank Monster Valve Kit
Staun Tyre Deflators
Sun Performance Quick Air Tire Deflators
Teraflx Tire Deflators
Tire Buddy II
Trail head Tire Deflators

On-Board Air
Here is a great article on the comparison of some of the popular on-board air systems. Read Me!

ARB Air Compressor
Extreme Outback Air Compressor
Super Flow - MV50 & MV1050
Oasis Air Compressor
Power Tank Compressed Air
Sun Performance Quick Air 1, 2 and 3
ViAir Air Compressor

Bead Locks

Staun Internal Bead Lock

Good Times · 01-11-2007, 06:01 PM

Recovery & Repair Tools

When you venture out to remote areas you will encounter scenarios where you may get stuck. This is unavoidable as it is expected. Being prepared is can be a life saving scenario.

One of the most popular recovery tools are the combination of the use of a shackle and recovery strap. You can easily attach the recovery strap to the vehicle that is stuck to a vehicle that is not and carefully pull the stuck vehicle out. Shackles are highly recommended when using the recovery straps. Recovery straps comes in many flavors and using the straps with hoops are highly recommended. There are some straps that comes with hooks but those are not recommended for recovery use. Should the strap snap those hooks can become a flying projectile and injury an individual so please make sure to stay away from any straps with hooks. The same applies for chains.

Attaching a shackle can be very difficult on vehicles that do not have proper attachment points on the vehicle. Vehicles with a hitch can use the hitch as a recovery point by purchasing a hitch mounted shackle hanger. This item is relatively inexpensive ($20-30 range) and can be very valuable on the trail.

Winches come highly recommended but requires a custom front bumper. If you plan to purchase a winch in the near future, please make sure you purchase at least the minimum of an 8000# winch. Do keep in mind that the winch is a recovery device that is not used often so factor that into your budget. A 9000, 9500# winches can also be used but do keep in mind the cost factor as well as the mounting size for the appropriate bumper you plan to use. Most all winches comes with steel cable from the manufacturer which can be upgraded by purchasing some aftermarket synthetic lines. Many upgrade to synthetic lines as it is safer and lighter for your vehicle. Synthetic lines are safer compared to steel cables due to the fact that should the steel cable line snap during a recovery process the lines become a flying projectile. If you do not plan to upgrade your steel cable and use it often please make sure to use a blanket or towel on the middle of the steel cable to dampen the recoil force should the cable snap. Another reason why synthetic lines are recommended is should the line break you can easily repair the line and continue on.

Should your winch ever get to the point where it is unable to free you, using a snatch block will double your pulling power and effectively pull you free (if possible). Keep in mind that you will be length of your rope will be half due to the snatch block.

If you ever have to use your winch around a tree or any object, to protect the object and/or the line, please make sure to use a tree saver strap around the object.

How do I select a winch for my truck?

The most important thing to consider when selecting a winch is whether it is capable of pulling 1.5 times the gross vehicle weight (GVW) of your vehicle. GVW is the total weight of your fully loaded vehicle (gas, tools, driver/passengers, etc). Do factor in that you will lose approximately 12% of your pulling power for every wrap of cable/rope on the drum of the winch.

Winches

Mile Market
Ramsey
Superwinch
Warn

Synthetic Lines

Master Pull
Samson Rope (aka AmSteel Blue)

Winch Accessories

Pull Pal

Straps, Shackles and Snatch Block

ARB Snatch Strap (60mm x 9m @ 17000#)
ARB Snatch Strap (75mm x 9m @ 24000#)
ARB Tree Protector (75mm x 3m)
ARB Winch Extension Strap
ARB 3/4" D Ring Shackles
ARB Snatch Block
Keeper Straps (2" x 20', 2" x 30', 3" x 20', 3" x 30')
Keeper Strap Tree Saver (2" x 6', 3" x 6')

Jacks and accessories

Bushranger Exhaust Jack
Bushranger X-Jack
Hi Lift available in 48", 60"
Wab Fab Slider adapter for Hi-Lift Jacks

Tire Repair Kits

Safety Seal
ARB Speedy Seal

Fire Extinguishers
This item should be mandatory in all vehicles. Minimum of an ABC extinguisher in a 5# bottle.

Halotron

Good Times · 01-13-2007, 06:55 PM

Electrical and Lighting

Lighting Products

Xenon Depot HID Conversion Kit
Explorer Pro Comp Off Road Lights
Hella
IPF
KC HiLites
Lightforce Lights
PIAA
Westin
Black Replica Headlights
Black Replica Taillights

Dual Battery Configurations

coming soon...

Interior

Rostra Aftermarket Seat Heaters (works with both cloth and leather)

Good Times · 01-13-2007, 07:49 PM

Misc Exterior Modifications

Somethings you just need that extra bling to look different from many of the 4runners on the road...

Bull Bar

Go Rhino 1000 Series 1-Piece Guard available in Black only (#1488)
Go Rhino 3000 Series Stepguard - Complete Grille & Brush Guard available in Chrome only (#3726MC)
Strona A-Bar (Low)
Stainless Steel (#SGG-80235A)

Black(#SGG-80235AB)

Strona A-Bar (High)
stainless steel (#SGG-80236A)

Black (#SGG-80236AB)

Waag FrontRunner #18368
Waag Grille Guard
Front 1 pc (#15951)

Front 3 pc UPS (#12952)

Center Guard (#12953)

Waag Rear Bumper Guard (#16794) - Requires cutting on some 2005 models.
Westin 2.5" Ultimate Bull Bar with Skid Plate
Chrome (#33-1280)

Black (#33-1285)

Westin Safari Light Bar
Chrome (#30-0020)

Black (#30-0025)

Mounting Kit (#30-1325)

Westin Sportsman 1-Piece Grille Guard
1-Piece Black 40-series (2006-2007 #40-2195, 2003-2005 #40-1285)

1-Piece Chrome 43-series (2006-2007 #43-2190)

Modular Black (#41-1285) or Chrome (#44-1280)

Headlamp Guard

WeatherTech LampGard (#H0133W)

Sample Vehicle Application
WeatherTech LampGard

Jaos Products

4th gen Jaos Mud Flaps
4th gen Jaos Center Protector
2003-2005 4runner Jaos Center Protector
2003-2005 4runner Jaos Front Skid Bar
2003-2005 4runner Jaos Lamp Stay
2003-2005 4runner Jaos Skid Plate / Under Guard
2003-2005 4runner Jaos Bull Bar / Grille Guard
2003-2005 4runner Jaos Rear Skid Bar
2006 4runner Jaos Center Protector
2006 4runner Jaos Front Skid Bar
2006 4runner Jaos Lamp Stay
2006 4runner Jaos Skid Plate / Under Guard
2006 4runner Jaos Bull Bar / Grille Guard
2006 4runner Jaos Rear Skid Bar

Product Review Threads
4th gen Jaos Center Protector

Appearance

JBM Sport Truck Accessories
Shuei Grill
4th gen Chrome Grille Cover
4th gen Japan Fender Flares

Side Window Deflectors

WeatherTech Side Window Deflectors
Front (#70317)

Rear (#71317)

Front and Rear Kit (#72317)

WeatherTech Side Window Deflectors Dark
Front (#80317)

rear (#81317)

Front and Rear Kit (#82317)

Sample Vehicle Applications
WeatherTech Side Window Deflectors

WeatherTech Side Window Deflectors Dark

Step Bar / Running Boards
Don't have a factory running board or want to upgrade to a stylish looking running board take a look at the various manufacturers that have aftermarket running boards for the 4th gen 4runner. By no means are these running boards offroad worthy but they do work well on the roads.

Go Rhino 4000 Series Side Step
Black (#4425B)

Chrome (#4425C)

Polished Stainless Steel (#4425PS)

Strona Side Step Bar
Stainless Steel (#SRB-096-1244)

Black (#SRB-096-1244B)

Waag Side Tube (#24917B)
Westin Platinum Series Step Bar
Chrome (#26-2290)

Black (#26-2295)

Westin Signature Series Step Bar
Chrome (#25-2290)

Black (#25-2295)

Westin Oval Tube - Aluminum Step Bar
Chrome (#22-0050)

Black (#22-0055)

Mounting Kit (#22-1185)

Westin Oval Tube 2 - Steel
Chrome (#22-5050)

Black (#22-5055)

Mounting Kit (#22-1185)

Westin Sure-Grip Running Boards [*]Chrome (#27-6510)[*]Brushed (#27-6110)[*]Black (#27-6125)[*]Mounting Kit (#27-1505). [*]Note: available for base model only. No drilling required.

Stone and Bug Deflector

WeatherTech Stone and Bug Deflector (#50096)
No Tape Mounting, uses existing holes under vehicle's hood

Sample Vehicle Application
WeatherTech Stone and Bug Deflector

Sunroof Wind Deflector

WeatherTech Sunroof Wind Deflector (#89081)

Sample Vehicle Application
WeatherTech Sunroof Wind Deflector

Tail Light Guard

Waag Tail Light Guard (#13954)

Good Times · 01-17-2007, 10:37 PM

Misc Interior Modifications

Interior - Floor Mats

Toyota All Weather Mats
Husky Liners Front Floor Liners
Black (#35751)

Grey (#35752)

Tan (#35753)

Husky Liners Rear Floor Liners
Black (#65751)

Grey (#65752)

Tan (#65753)

Husky Liners Front Floor Mats
Black (#51111)

Grey (#51112)

Tan (#51113)

Husky Liners Rear Floor Mats
Black (#52021)

Grey (#52022)

Tan (#52023)

WeatherTech Advantage Luxury Front Carpet Mats
Grey (#W39CG)

Tan (#W39CT)

WeatherTech Classic Front Premium Rubber Mats
Black (#W39)

Grey (#W39GR)

Tan (#W39TN)

WeatherTech Classic Rear Premium Rubber Mats
Black (#W20)

Grey (#W20GR)

Tan (#W20TN)

WeatherTech Front Floor Liners
Black (#440111)

Grey (#460111)

Tan (#450111)

WeatherTech Rear Floor Liners
Black (#440112)

Grey (#460112)

Tan (#450112)

Sample Vehicle Applications
Husky Liners Front Floor Liner

Husky Liners Rear Floor Liner

Husky Liners Front Floor Mat

Husky Liners Rear Floor Mat

WeatherTech Advantage Luxury Front Cargo Mats

WeatherTech Front Floor Liner

WeatherTech Classic Front Premium Floor Mat

Interior - Cargo Mat

Toyota All Weather Cargo Mat
Husky Liners Cargo Mat (w/o Double stack tray)[*]Black (#25751)[*]Grey (#25752)[*]Tan (#25753)[/list]Husky Liners Cargo Mat (w/ Double stack tray)
Black (#25761)

Grey (#25762)

Tan (#25763)

WeatherTech Cargo Liners (w/o Double stack tray, w/o 3rd Row Seats)
Black (#40230)

Grey (#41230)

Tan (#42230)

WeatherTech Cargo Liners (w/o Double stack tray, w 3rd Row Seats)
Black (#40258)

Grey (#41258)

Tan (#42258)

WeatherTech Cargo Liners Bottom (w Double stack tray, w/o 3rd Row Seats)
Black (#40228)

Grey (#41228)

Tan (#42228)

WeatherTech Cargo Liners Top (w Double stack tray, w/o 3rd Row Seats)
Black (#40229)

Grey (#41229)

Tan (#42229)

Sample Vehicle Applications
Husky Liners Cargo Mat

WeatherTech Cargo Liner (Top)

WeatherTech Cargo Liner (Bottom)

Pet Barriers

WeatherTech Pet Barrier (#60010) or extension for height greater than 42" (#60012)

Sample Vehicle Applications
WeatherTech Pet Barrier

Good Times · 01-18-2007, 09:53 PM

Expedition / Travel Gear (Exterior)

Roof Rack
The most basic and fundamental modification you can do to support additional gear is by adding a roof rack basket or cargo box. They are highly popular in expedition vehicles and even those that just want to haul more gear. Remember that you don't want to build your vehicle to be top heavy so make that you place the lighter items on top. I've seen many throw tires up on top of the racks but do keep in mind that if you ever do need that tire you'll have to get it off of there (eek!)

African Outback Roof Rack (aluminum)
African Outback roof racks feature a state of the art, modular alumimum design, which allows for the ultimate in versatility to suit your vehicle storage needs. This design ensures that you can reconfigure your roof rack in a number of ways to meet the needs of whatever your next expediton may be.

Note: requires removing existing roof rack. The African Outback Roof Rack utilizes the rails that are hidden under the track. Though the 4runner only has 2 mounting points this rack will require a third mounting point. Please note that you will have to custom build or have a shop make an additional mounting point.

Currently available at:
Pangaea Expeditions
Slee Offroad

Westin Sport Series Roof Racks
Mounting: Rail, Rack Kit (#15-4065), Crossbar Length 50", Alloy Tray (#17-6031) and Mount Kit (#17-7011)

Yakima

Low Rider (#8000118 - set of four, #8000114 - set of two) - SKS compatible
They clamp right onto your crossbars and hook onto your rack's raised side rails.
Bike

Snow

Water

Gear Baskets

Gear Boxes

Horizontal MightMount (#8003514-8003554)
A simple attachment that converts a factory rack into a big, bag, mean, multi-sport system.
Bikes

Water

Gear baskets

Universal MightMount (set of four) - SKS compatible
Turn your factory rack equipped vehicle into a gear hauling machine. They're "one-size-fits-all": and can be used with pretty much every Yakima accessory in the universe
Bikes

Snow

Water

Gear baskets

Baskets
Load Warrior (44" L x 39" W x 6.5" H @ 25#)

Mega Warrior (52" L x 48" W x 6.5" H @ 45#)

Gear Boxes
Skybox Series

Platinum Pro Series

Blacktop Pro Series

Classic Series

58" Crossbars (#8000409)

SKS Lock Cores (Optional)
Sets of 2 (#8007202)

Sets of 4 (#8007204)

Sets of 6 (#8007206)

Sets of 8 (#8007208)

Sets of 10 (#8007210)

Sets of 12 (#8007222)

Thule

Roof Mount System Option 1 (lockable)
450 Crossroad | LB58 Load Bars

Roof Mount System Option 2 (lockable)
450R Rapid Crossroad | RB53 Rapid Load Bars

Basket
Moab Rack (#690)
Built for the outdoor adventurers lifestyle. Pack your bags, bikes, boats and the kitchen sink, theres room for everything.

Gear Box
Evolution Series

Cascade XT Series

SideKick

Atlantis Series

Spirit

Roof Top Tent
Coming soon...

Roof Top Tents
Autohome Columbus Roof Top Tent
Small (1.3m) - 95#

Medium (1.45m) - 108#

Large (1.6m) - 125.5#

Closed: 130 x 210 x 30 (cm) / 51? x 83? x 11-3/4? Open: 130 x 210 x 150 (cm) / 51? x 83? x 59?

Closed: 145 x 210 x 30 (cm) / 57" x 83" x 11-3/4" Open: 145 x 210 x 150 (cm) / 57? x 83? x 59?

Closed: 160 x 210 x 30 (cm) / 63? x 83? x 11-3/4? Open: 160 x 210 x 150 (cm) / 63? x 83? x 59?

Fabric Color: Grey

Model No: #CV/01, #CV/02, #CV/03

Autohome Maggiolina Airlander
Small (1.3m) - 119 lbs. (54kg) - Sleeps 2 Adults

Medium (1.45m) - 128 lbs. (58kg) - Sleeps 2 Adults + 1 Child

Large (1.6m) - 150 lbs. (68kg) - Sleeps 2 Adults + 2 Children

Closed: 130 x 210 x 30 (cm) / 51? x 83? x 11-3/4? Open: 130 x 210 x 92 (cm) / 51? x 83? x 36-1/2?

Closed: 145 x 210 x 30 (cm) / 57? x 83? x 11-3/4? Open: 145 x 210 x 92 (cm) / 57? x 83? x 36-1/2?

Closed: 160 x 215 x 92 (cm) / 63? x 85? x 11-3/4? Open: 160 x 215 x 92 (cm) / 63? x 85? x 36-1/2?

Fabric Color: Grey

Model No: #M/09, #M/10, #M/11

Autohome Maggiolina Extreme
Small (1.3m) - 136.4 lbs. (62 kg) - Sleeps 2 Adults

Closed: 130 x 210 x 33 (cm) / 51? x 82-3/4? x 13? Open: 130 x 210 x 90 (cm) / 51? x 82-3/4? x 34-1/2?

Permissible top load: 35 lbs.

Fabric Color: Grey

Model Number: #M/05

Autohome Maggiolina Grand Tour
Small (1.3m) - 123lbs. (56 kg) - Sleeps 2 Adults

Medium (1.45m) - 132lbs. (60 kg) - Sleeps 2 Adults + 1 Child

Large (1.6m) - 154lbs. (70 kg) - Sleeps 2 Adults + 2 Children

Closed: 130 x 210 x 36 (cm) / 51? x 82-3/4? x 14-1/4? Open: 130 x 210 x 96 (cm) / 51? x 82-3/4? x 37-3/4?

Closed: 145 x 210 x 36 (cm) / 57? x 82-3/4? x 14-1/4? Open: 145 x 210 x 96 (cm) / 57? x 82-3/4? x 37-3/4?

Closed: 160 x 215 x 36 (cm) / 63? x 84-3/4? x 14-1/4? Open: 160 x 215 x 96 (cm) / 63? x 84-3/4? x 37-3/4?

Permissible top load: 25 lbs. inc. roof rack

Fabric Color: Grey

Model No: #M/12, #M/13, #M/14

Autohome Overland
Small (1.3m) - 95 lbs. (43 kg) - Sleeps 2 Adults

Medium (1.6m) - 108 lbs. (49 kg) - Sleeps 2 Adults + 1 Child

Large (1.8m) - 125-1/2 lbs. (57 kg) - Sleeps 2 Adults + 2 Children

Closed: 130 x 110 x 30 (cm) / 51? x 43-1/4? x 11-3/4? Open: 130 x 220 x 125 (cm) / 51? x 87? x 49-1/4?

Closed: 160 x 110 x 30 (cm) / 63? x 43-1/4? x 11-3/4? Open: 160 x 220 x 125 (cm) / 63? x 87? x 49-1/4?

Closed: 180 x 110 x 30 (cm) / 71? x 43-1/4? x 11-3/4? Open: 180 x 220 x 125 (cm) / 71? x 87? x 49-1/4?

Fabric Color: Carbon Grey

Model No: #OLC//01, #OLC//02, #OLC/03

Eezi-Awn Series 3 Roof Top Tent
1200 (w) x 2400 (l) x 1300mm (h) (approx 115#) - Sleeps 2 Adults

1220 (w) x 2440 (l) x 1300mm (h) - Sleeps 2 Adults

1400 (w) x 2440 (l) x 1300mm (h) - Sleeps 2 Adults

1600 (w) x 2440 (l) x 1300mm (h) (approx 130#) - Sleeps 2 Adults + 2 Children

1800 (w) x 2440 (l) x 1300mm (h) - Sleeps 2 Adults + 3 Children

2200 (w) x 2440 (l) x 1300mm (h) (approx 150#) - Sleeps 4 Adults (2 dividing rooms)

Howling Moon Roof Top Tent
DELUXE 1.2 (#972490) - 48 kg - Sleeps 2 Adults

DELUXE 1.3 (#974003) - 52 kg - Sleeps 2 Adults

DELUXE 1.4 (#972494) - 56 kg - Sleeps 2 Adults

DELUXE 1.6 (#972580) - 66 kgs - Sleeps 2 Adults

DELUXE 2.4 (#972495) - 96 kfs - Sleeps 4 Adults (2 individual rooms)

Closed: 130 x 130 x 36 cm Open: 2.4 m x 1.2 m x 1.2 m

Closed: 140 x 130 x 36 cm Open: 2.4 m x 1.3 m x 1.2 m

Closed: 150 x 130 x 36 cm Open: 2.4 m x 1.4 m x 1.2 m

Closed: 170 x 130 x 36 cm Open: 2.4 m x 1.6 m x 1.2 m

Closed: 260 x 130 x 36 cm Open: 2.4 m x 2.4 m x 1.2 m

Mambosa Car Top Tent
Fabric: 420 Denier Polyester with PVC Coating

Water Resistance: 1000mm

Window (2) PE Mesh

Inner Mattress: Foam 2.5in (H) x 71in (L) x 41in (W) / (x2)

Base: Flex PVC Board Reinforced with Aluminum Frame

Frame: Aluminum Tube 19 x 1.33mm (Self Retracting) 22 x 1.0mm

Ladder: Adjustable Steel Tube From 39in up to 72in (H)

Lock Pins: 20 x 20 x 1.2mm, 25.4 x 25.4 x 1.3mm

Country of Origin: China

Oasis II Tent
Closed: 61"L x 46"W x 8"H

Open: 85"L x 58"W x 47"H

Weight (lbs.): 39

Exterior fabric: 300 D Polyester with a water resistant polyurethane coating.

Interior floor covering ? soft flannel.

Rain/sunshade: 300 D polyester with water resistant polyurethane coating.

Flooring: Heavy woven fabric supported by adjustable elastic weaving.

Tent Frame: powder coated aluminum alloy construction perimeter frame.

Ladder Specifications:

Aluminum construction.

Maximum Length: 110 inches

Weight: 12 lbs.

Technitop Rooftop Tent
Closed: 1.1m Length

Open: 2.2m Length, 1.3m Width, 0.28m Height

Weight: 52kg (no ladder)

Canvas: high quality Riblock Acrylic Dralon. Canvas color = Light Olive

Flysheet: permanently attached durable PVC flysheet

Convoluted high density foam mattress with cover

Awning
Autohome Columbus Variant Awn #C/05A (79? x 67" / 200 cm x 170 cm)
Autohome Maggiolina Airland / Extreme Awn #C/05A (79? x 67" / 200 cm x 170 cm)
Eezi-Awn awning series 2000 available in Sizes from 2, 2.5, 3, 3.5, 4m. Extends 2.1m.
Eezi-Awn awning side panels
Howling Moon Awnings
Technitop Shade Awening 1.35m x 3.0m or 3.5m

Accessories
Autohome Maggiolina Airland / Extreme Changing Room #M/11A
Autohome Overland Changing Room Available in regular #OLC/07A or Tall #OLC/08A
Autohome Maggiolina Airland / Extreme Reflective and Winter Hood #M/10A
Autohome Columbus Variant Reflective and Winter Hood #C/04A
Autohome Overland Reflective and Winter Hood #OL/05A
Autohome Harkin Ceiling Lift available in small #K/15A and large #K/15C
Eezi-Awn Add a room
Eezi-Awn Shower Skirt
Technitop Shower and Changing Cublicle

Good Times · 01-18-2007, 09:59 PM

Expedition / Travel Gear (Interior)

Interior - Refrigerator/Freezer
Ever wished you didn't have to get excess ice to keep your food and beverages chilled? Hate draining your cooler daily? Fridge freezers are the solution to keep your food and beverages chilled. It's ideal for your expeditions as it keeps your food and beverages chilled regardless of the external conditions of the fridge. This is not your ordinary 12 volt cooler rather this is a true refrigerator. (AC/DC Compatible)

ARB
Engel
Norcold

Product Review Thread
Norcold Refrigerator

Good Times · 01-24-2007, 08:41 PM

Expedition / Travel Gear (Misc)

Fuel Containers and Accessories

Original Blitz 5 Gallon Steel Jerry Can available at Offroad Recovery Warehouse
Scepter Jerry Can three-handled polyethylene fuel/water can similar in design to the classic metal.
Military Jerry Cans (Dimensions: 18.5'' x 14.5'' x 7'', Capacity: 20 Liters / 5.28 Gallons, Empty Weight: 6.6LB)
Super Siphon - self-priming hose used for the transfer of liquids.
Wedco NATO Fuel Cans

Scepter products available at:
Pangaea Expeditions
Slee Offroad

09-23-2006, 01:05 AM	#2 (permalink)
Good Times Contributing Member Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Los Angeles, CA Posts: 4,693	With the variety of lift applications available for the 4th generation 4runner how do you decide? The decision comes from within. What do you want to do with your 4runner? Are you simply looking for a means to look cool or give it a more aggressive look / leveled look? Do you want to take your 4runner places where you need that additional lift? How much do you want to lift? How big a tire do you want to stuff? Do you plan to add additional weight? What is your budget? Depending on many of these questions, your application can vary. Keeping all this in perspective, here's a good point of reference. There are 3 different suspension lift technologies available: Spacer, Coil and Shock, Coilover. They all perform the same function... LIFT. The biggest difference is how each techonologies are applied to the existing stock system and the final cost. Spacer Technology This technology retains the stock suspension. Adding the spacer to the stock suspension will give you lift (height determined by size of spacer installed). Depending on which manufacturer you decide to use, some will utilize a combination of spacers that sit on top of the stock suspension called top out spacers and/or inside the stock suspension called preload spacers. The spacers looks like a hockey puck built out of polyurethane, steel or alumnimum. Depending on which manufacturer you go with, the material used will vary. They all perform the same function regardless of the material used. If you are considering adding additional weight up front (bumper/winch/lights etc) I would stay away from this technology as you will experience a harsher ride due to the added weight. An average aftermarket bumper-and-winch combo will weight approximately 150-200# so bear this in mind. Costs on this technology are very cheap (under $500). It is the cheapest solution available. This setup is ideal for those who want the quick-lift fix to add larger tires. Since you are essentially adding either a combination of preload spacer/top out spacer the overall ride feel will firm up. This is expected by the design of the technology applied. Note: XREAS owners that want to maintain their XREAS system will be limited to the spacer technology. Unfortunately no other solutions are available. This means that the XREAS system can be removed safely and reinstalled at a later date with no negative effects on the system itself. Manufacturers Cornfed Suspension: 3" spacer lift front / 2" spacer lift rear (or custom sizes available between 1-3") Revtek Suspension: 3" spacer lift front / 2" spacer lift rear Daystar Suspension: 2.5" spacer lift front / 2.5" spacer lift rear Tuff Country: 3" lift front spacer only Toy Tec: 3" spacer lift front Product Review Threads Daystar Spacer Installation Daystar Spacer with XREAS Daystar Spacer with XREAS Daystar Spacer with XREAS Revtek Spacer Cornfed Suspension with XREAS Sample Vehicle Applications V8 SE 4WD Daystar V8 SR5 4WD Daystar SR5 Revtek V6 SR5 Cornfed __________________ 2003 4runner SR5 4x4 Chaos Edition Chaos Edition! Operation Rebuild Chaos Edition Need to reach me or ask questions? You can find me here! Last edited by Good Times; 01-13-2007 at 07:26 PM.

09-23-2006, 01:05 AM	#3 (permalink)
Good Times Contributing Member Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Los Angeles, CA Posts: 4,693	Coil and Shock Technology This technology replaces the stock suspension. The look and feel is identical to the stock suspension as it replaces the coil and shock. Depending on which configuration you decide on, the ride feel will be near identical to stock. If you are considering adding additional weight up front (bumper/winch/lights etc) I recommend you look into stiffer coils to accomodate for the addition of the weight. The ride should stay within the stock feel with the adjustments made to the coils. If you considering building an expedition vehicle I highly recommend the coil and shock as you need not worry about the complexity of the system. Costs for this technology is average (approx. $750) Manufacturers OME Coils: Medium Duty Coils (front/rear) 884/895 Heavy Duty Coils (front/rear) 885/896 Extra Heavy Duty Coils (front/rear) 886/897 OME Twintube Shocks: Front - N140S Rear - N141(Soft), N142(Medium) - (22.5" extended, 13.77" compressed) N71E (Hard), N74E(Stiff) - (24.18" extended, 14.43" compressed) Example lift measurement: 3" lift front / 2.75" lift rear OME Mediums 884 front coil and trim packer, N140S front shock, 895 rear coil, N142 rear shock All Pro Offroad rear coils + Walker Evans rear shocks Downey Offroad: 2.5" lift rear coil with Doetsch Tech MV-12 shock. (25" extended, 15" compressed) Deaver Springs: 2" lift rear coil only Donahoe Racing: Rear Coil (Part Number 5-2700) Donahoe Racing : Rear Monotube Shock (Part Number 5-7510) (23.89" extended, 14.65" compressed) Bilstein: 7100 series Rear Monotube Shocks with remote resevoir in conjunction with All Pro, OME or Deaver rear coils. 10" Short Body (Soft:255/70, Medium:275/78, Hard: 360/80 valving) with eye - stem adapter available at Total Chaos Fabrications (25.25" extended, 15" compressed). Product Review Threads OME V6 SR5 4WD OME Deaver Rear Coil Sample Vehicle Applications ARB 4runner with OME V6 SR5 4WD with OME V6 SR5 4WD with OME V6 SE 4WD with Donahoe Racing and Deaver coils __________________ 2003 4runner SR5 4x4 Chaos Edition Chaos Edition! Operation Rebuild Chaos Edition Need to reach me or ask questions? You can find me here! Last edited by Good Times; 01-13-2007 at 07:27 PM.

09-23-2006, 01:05 AM	#4 (permalink)
Good Times Contributing Member Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Los Angeles, CA Posts: 4,693	Coilover Technology This technology replaces only the front stock suspension. The look and feel is similar to the stock suspension except you will have the ability to adjust the coil height to tune the height. This technology is ideal of high speed application but a growing number of low speed users are utilizing this technology. The ride feel will vary according to how you tune your coilovers. Many of the manufacturers pretune the coilovers to be very plush and feel exactly like a stock vehicle but better over the harsh terrain. If you are considering adding additional weight up front (bumper/winch/lights etc), please make sure to adjust your coils for the added weight. This configuration is the ultimate setup for those that want to utilize every modern technology available. Highly recommended for high speed applications and even for slow speed application. Costs for this technology is expensive (approx $750-1000 depending on size) Note: XREAS equipped 4runner owners wanting to remove their XREAS system can safely remove the system will no effect. The system is safe to remove and reinstall at a later date with no ill effect. Manufacturers All Pro Offroad: 3" lift front coilover featuring Walker-Evans shocks and 650-lb All-Pro coils Donahoe Racing: 3.5" lift front coilover Sway A Way: 3" lift front coilover Downey Offroad: 3" lift front coilover Light Speed: 3.5" lift front coilover King Shocks: 3" lift front coilover coming soon! Product Review Threads Donahoe Racing Coilover and Total Chaos Upper Control Arms Downey Coilover Downey Coilover - XREAS removed Sample Vehicle Applications V6 SE 4WD with Downey Coilover SE 4WD with Donahoe Racing Coilover and Total Chaos Upper Control Arms LTD 4WD with Donahoe Racing Coilover, Deaver Coils and Bilstein 7100 Shocks __________________ 2003 4runner SR5 4x4 Chaos Edition Chaos Edition! Operation Rebuild Chaos Edition Need to reach me or ask questions? You can find me here! Last edited by Good Times; 01-13-2007 at 07:28 PM.

09-23-2006, 01:16 AM	#5 (permalink)
Good Times Contributing Member Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Los Angeles, CA Posts: 4,693	Long Travel Coilover Technology Utilizes conventional coilover technology to another level. The vehicle is widened approximately 3-5" depending on the manufacturer application. This requires heavy modification which includes replacement of the Upper Control Arms, Lower Control Arms and custom front fenders. 4WD vehicles require replacement front axles to reflect the widened specification. Wheel travel is greatly increased with the widened stance giving greater vehicle stability with better suspension control for your high speed pleasures. Costs ranges anywhere from $2500~$5000 depending on manufacturer application. Note: XREAS equipped 4runner owners wanting to remove their XREAS system can safely remove the system will no effect. The system is safe to remove and reinstall at a later date with no ill effect. Manufacturers Total Chaos Fabrications: Long Travel Suspension Camburg: Long Travel Suspension Product Reviews Thread Total Chaos Long Travel (4WD) Sample Vehicle Application SR5 V8 4WD Total Chaos Long Travel and custom rear suspension Of the 3 technologies available, spacers are the most popular due to their price points. Keep in mind that lifting your 4runner and changing tires can be a costly investment so do a lot of research prior to making your final decision. Once you get your lift, give it a few weeks for the components to settle in and retighten the bolts to ensure the suspension is intact and not going to fall off while you're on the road/trail. Also take the time to get an tire alignment for the front wheels only (no need to spend $ on the rears as no changes will occur from the lift). The look of all the various lifts available will be similar. Depending on the size of the lift, the look may change somewhat but for the most part they are similar. Be aware that adding larger tires will also increase your height so make sure to be selective in your tire decisions as well. Note: Highly recommended to extend the rear brakelines with longer stainless steel lines available at your local offroad shop. __________________ 2003 4runner SR5 4x4 Chaos Edition Chaos Edition! Operation Rebuild Chaos Edition Need to reach me or ask questions? You can find me here! Last edited by Good Times; 01-13-2007 at 07:28 PM.

09-23-2006, 01:22 AM	#6 (permalink)
Good Times Contributing Member Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Los Angeles, CA Posts: 4,693	Jounce Shocks Just when you thought 4 standard shocks aren't enough, here's an additional 4 more to compliment what you already have. These shocks will give you the ability to take your vehicle to the next level outside of getting a long travel kit. The key to utilizing the jounce shocks are using them at the last 2-3 inches of suspension travel. These shocks help to control the initial shock load much better compared to stock. It will not bounce back like rubber and keeps the spring from compressing as much thus making it possible for the bounce to return in a controlled fashion. Vendors Lightracing JounceShock System Part# 25780 (complete), #25762 (front) and #25784 (rear) Donahoe Racing (utilizes the Lightracing Jounceshock System but revalved to Donahoe's specification) __________________ 2003 4runner SR5 4x4 Chaos Edition Chaos Edition! Operation Rebuild Chaos Edition Need to reach me or ask questions? You can find me here! Last edited by Good Times; 01-24-2007 at 08:53 PM.

09-23-2006, 02:12 AM	#7 (permalink)
Good Times Contributing Member Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Los Angeles, CA Posts: 4,693	Misc Lift Upgrades Once you lift your vehicle, it is highly recommended that you upgrade your brake lines as the stock length can get stretched out when you are flexing on the trails. Vendors All Pro Offroad Stainless Steel Rear Brake Line (24" long) Part# 5500R-AP-T-05 Slee Offroad Stainless Steel Brake Lines Kit (replaces front and rear) Part# STF1017 __________________ 2003 4runner SR5 4x4 Chaos Edition Chaos Edition! Operation Rebuild Chaos Edition Need to reach me or ask questions? You can find me here! Last edited by Good Times; 01-24-2007 at 08:48 PM.

09-24-2006, 08:04 PM	#8 (permalink)
Good Times Contributing Member Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Los Angeles, CA Posts: 4,693	Body Lift Body lifts are different from suspension lift in that this technology just separates the body from the frame. This modification is not highly recommended as a primary method of lifting your vehicle. I would highly recommend that you do the suspension lift first prior to attempting the body lift. Since a body lift furthur separates the body from the frame there are some safety concerns so please keep this in mind. Many users perform the body lift to help minimize the rubbing experience even after doing the suspension lift. Currently the maxmimum size you can install for a body lift is 1.5". With the 1.5" body lift, you do not need to make any adjustments to the fuel or steering. Installation takes anywhere from 2-4 hours. Manufacturer Roger Brown Body Lift - Available in 1 ~ 1.5" of lift. Highly recommend the heavy duty hardware kit (option add on kit) Product Review Thread SR5 4x4 - 1.5" Body Lift __________________ 2003 4runner SR5 4x4 Chaos Edition Chaos Edition! Operation Rebuild Chaos Edition Need to reach me or ask questions? You can find me here! Last edited by Good Times; 01-24-2007 at 08:47 PM.

09-24-2006, 11:17 PM	#9 (permalink)
Good Times Contributing Member Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Los Angeles, CA Posts: 4,693	Upper Control Arm When aftermarket lifts are installed the OEM suspension design looses caster. By altering the factory caster, the vehicle lose onroad handling and performance and can have a tendency to wander when driving down the road. The aftermarket upper control arms add caster to the suspension when aftermarket lifts are installed. This increases overall handling and aids in the alignment of the vehicle. Note: If you plan to retain your stock wheels and add larger tires (commonly applies to 285's), you will experience heavy rubbing at the upper control arms. By installing one of the available aftermarket upper control arms, you will be able to avoid the excessive rubbing experienced on the arms. Vendors: Total Chaos Fabrications Part Number 3500T-AP-A-ARM-05 All Pro Offroad Camburg Donahoe Racing Part Number 5-8550 Product Review Thread: Total Chaos Upper Control Arms Product Installation Thread: Donahoe Racing Upper Control Arms __________________ 2003 4runner SR5 4x4 Chaos Edition Chaos Edition! Operation Rebuild Chaos Edition Need to reach me or ask questions? You can find me here! Last edited by Good Times; 01-24-2007 at 08:47 PM.

09-28-2006, 11:34 PM	#10 (permalink)
Good Times Contributing Member Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Los Angeles, CA Posts: 4,693	Wheels What fits?... Rubbing will vary due to various configurations of wheels and tires. Remember that no two tire manufacturer will have the exact same tire size even though they publish the same tire size. Real world sizes will vary slightly and can also vary due to wheel sizes. Adding larger tires on the stock wheels will experience rubbing on the stock upper control arms. Depending on your wheel specification and tire size, you may experience rubbing on the frame walls. When you do upsize to 285's (33 equivalent) or larger, please make sure to remove your front and rear mudflaps. If you plan to reuse your stock wheels, please look into purchasing some aftermarket upper control arms. SR5 Grade owners:: Ideal recommended aftermarket wheels: 16 x 8, 0 offset, 4.5 backspacing, 6x5.5 lugs Sports/Limited Grade owners:: 17 x 7.5, 0 offset, 4.5 backspacing, 6x5.5 lugs 265/75/16 or 265/70/17 :: No rubbing (No lift required, stock wheel) 275/70/17 :: No rubbing (requires basic lift - 2.5" ~ 3" suspension lift, stock wheel or aftermarket wheel) 285/75/16 or 285/70/17 :: lots of rubbing - trim affected areas (requires basic lift - 2.5" ~ 3" suspension lift, aftermarket wheel) If you want to add a body lift 1.25" ~ 1.5" This will greatly reduce the rubbing related issues but will not completely resolve the problem 285/40/22 :: no lift 315/75/16 :: time to cut like crazy! These figures are based on MT rated tires under offroad conditions. Tires will greatly impact the rubbing as tire specifications varies from manufacturer to manufacturer. Keep in mind that the wheel specification (offset / backspacing) will greatly impact the final oucome as well. Onroad conditions on rubbing will but less noticeable compared to offroad conditions. comments on rubbing with 285's (33's equivalent): 1. requires complete removal of front and rear mudflaps. 2. requires cutting front fenderwell plastic liner by the front bumper. Use a knife (exacto would be ideal) and make sure not to puncture any items behind the liner. Please inspect the back prior to cutting the affected areas. 3. requires cutting front fender/bumper on the bottom edge closest to the tire. Expect to cut a triangle that jets toward the tire. Affected area will be a 3" x 3" to 3" x 6" triangle. Ideal to use a sawzall or cut off wheel and make sure to smooth the edges after. Rounding the triangle will give the fender/bumper a more natural appearance so some details are required. If you decide to go larger: 1. Cut a section of the front body mount behind the front tire and reweld to reinforce body mount. 2. Pinch weld front wheelwell body panel behind the front tire above the front body mount. Either cut and pinch weld or use a big fat hammer to flatten the sheetmetal so you don't tear your tires. 3. Must get body lift to ensure minimal rubbing. 4. Rubbing on the rear door wheelwell expected. No way around this but cutting if you desire. Tested configurations: 315/75/16 Goodyear MTR 2003 4runner SR5 4x4 - (Stock 16" Tires w/ Beadlocks - 16x8) and 3" Suspension Lift + 1.5" Body Lift 285/75/16 Goodyear MTR 2005 4runner SR5 4x4 - (16x8 4.5" BS, 0 Offset) and with OME Lift 285/70/17 BFG AT KO 4th gen 4runner - (17x8 Chip Foose Spank 6 Wheels) and Cornfed Lift LT285/60R18 Toyo Open Country 2003 4runner SR5 4x4 - (Sport Metal 18x9) and Revtek Lift 33/13.5/20 Procomp Xtreme A/T 2005 4runner SE 4x4 - Cornfed 3" Lift 285/40/22 Falken STZ04 2005 4runner SE 4x4 - No Lift 265/70/17 Nitto Terra Grappler 2004 4runner LTD 4x4 - Daystar Lift 255/45/20 Mastercraft Plus M&S 2004 4runner SE 4x4 - (20" Akuza Adana) Wheel Spacers Wheel spacers are a quick and easy way to relieve some of the rubbing issues encountered with the front upper control arms. If you do not purchase any aftermarket wheels and experience rubbing on the upper control arms this is your cheaper alternative to purchasing aftermarket upper control arms. Vendors: Marlin Crawler 1-3" Wheel Spacers SpiderTrax Offroad 1.25" Wheel Spacer - Part #WHS-007 All Pro Offroad 1.5" Wheel Spacer Trail Gear 1-3" Wheel Spacers Wab Fab 1-3" Wheel Spacers __________________ 2003 4runner SR5 4x4 Chaos Edition Chaos Edition! Operation Rebuild Chaos Edition Need to reach me or ask questions? You can find me here! Last edited by Good Times; 01-24-2007 at 08:47 PM.

09-29-2006, 12:37 AM	#11 (permalink)
Good Times Contributing Member Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Los Angeles, CA Posts: 4,693	Trail Armor Options Armor is the single most important modification you must do if you plan to venture into the unknown. I feel that this is much more important than getting a lift or even better tires. With armor at your sides you will be better prepared for what the trails will offer with the ease of mind knowing that your vehicle's body will be protected. Lifting and getting upgraded tires will help you get to places you traditionally can't get to but this also means that the trails get incrementally more difficult. Difficult trails are a tall tail sign of body damages if you don't have armor so I highly recommend that you invest in some armor prior to anything else. With this in mind, there are many vendors that offer welded and bolted applications for the sliders. Sliders aka Rock Sliders are armor that protects the side of the body panels from rocks and other large objects. This is the single most important armor that you can do to project the sides of your vehicle. These sliders will replace the running boards so please do keep this in mind. There are many different types of sliders ranging from round tubing to square tubing. All of the variable applications do what they are built for so there is no need to be concerned that one design is much more inferior to another design. This also applies for welded and bolted applications. Both are trail tested and both deserves the same recognition. I highly recommend any of the vendors listed below as all vendors comes highly recommended by many of the owners in the community. Bumpers: ARB and Shrockworks are the only full production manufacturer that produces front bumpers for the 2003+ 4runner. Additional custom bumpers (one off designs) are available from other vendors. Aftermarket bumpers help to increase approach and departure angles which greatly give the drive the ability to take a more aggressive trail with their vehicles. The bumpers also offer the ability to add a winch for situations such as recovery or even for trail repair. These aftermarket bumpers also offer a more rigid protection vs the factory plastic bumpers. There is one vendor currently in the process of building an off-the-shelf bumper so stay tune for more info. Skidplates: Downey Offroad is the only vendor that offers production aftermarket skid plates. These skid plates are direct stock replacement made out of 3/16" steel. These skid plates do not protect the transmission or the transfer case. Other skid plates are in r&d at the current moment by other vendors. Sliders / Rock Rails 4Crawler Demello Offroad Hanna Quality Shrockworks Sonoran Steel Stubbs Welding Bumpers (front and rear) ARB Front Bumper Demello Offroad Shrockworks Skid Plates Downey Offroad Skidplates Product Review Thread Hanna Quality Sliders 4Crawler Sliders Demello Offroad Front Bumper and Sliders Shrockworks Bumper ARB Bumper Sample Vehicle Applications ARB Front Bumper Shrockworks Front Bumper and Hanna Quality Sliders Demello Offroad Front Bumper and Sliders __________________ 2003 4runner SR5 4x4 Chaos Edition Chaos Edition! Operation Rebuild Chaos Edition Need to reach me or ask questions? You can find me here! Last edited by Good Times; 01-24-2007 at 08:47 PM.

01-11-2007, 05:26 PM	#12 (permalink)
Good Times Contributing Member Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Los Angeles, CA Posts: 4,693	Offroad Modifications As you venture deeper into remote areas, you will encounter less than desireable trails for your offroad vehicle. To be able to successfuly navigate through some of these difficult trails, you will need additional accessories specifically for these scenarios. Below are some common modifications done to get you deeper into those areas. Gears and Lockers ARB Rear Locker RD23 ARB Front Locker RD111 for gears lower than 4.10 (4.33, 4.56, 4.88, 5.29 etc) ARB Front Locker RD121 for gears higher than 4.10 (3.9, 3.727, 3.5 etc) Rear differential breather modification Toyota Factory 4.56 or 4.88 front and rear gears available @ All Pro Offroad Product Review Thread ARB Rear Locker (RD23) Heavy Duty Rear Lower Control Arms All Pro Offroad Man-A-Fre Sonoran Steel Heavy Duty Rear Upper Control Arms All Pro Offroad Reinforcing/Upgrading your driveshafts Unlike other driveshafts the 4th gen 4runner driveshafts do not have cast ends welded to the tube. Instead they spin the two machined pieces together really fast and bond them. Therefore this is not the typical cut the welds and reweld the shafts together. JE Reel is one of the few driveshaft shops that can retube the driveshafts properly. When reinforcing/upgrading consider using thicker tubing. For more information please visit JE Reel Tire Deflation Kits Here is a great article on the comparison of 10 popular tire deflator kits available. Read me! 4 Crawler Offroad Tire Deflator System ARB E-Z Tire Deflators Currie Enterprises EZ-Deflator Klune V Rapid Air Down Valve Stem Oasis Tire Deflators Power Tank Monster Valve Kit Staun Tyre Deflators Sun Performance Quick Air Tire Deflators Teraflx Tire Deflators Tire Buddy II Trail head Tire Deflators On-Board Air Here is a great article on the comparison of some of the popular on-board air systems. Read Me! ARB Air Compressor Extreme Outback Air Compressor Super Flow - MV50 & MV1050 Oasis Air Compressor Power Tank Compressed Air Sun Performance Quick Air 1, 2 and 3 ViAir Air Compressor Bead Locks Staun Internal Bead Lock __________________ 2003 4runner SR5 4x4 Chaos Edition Chaos Edition! Operation Rebuild Chaos Edition Need to reach me or ask questions? You can find me here! Last edited by Good Times; 01-24-2007 at 08:46 PM.

01-11-2007, 06:01 PM	#13 (permalink)
Good Times Contributing Member Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Los Angeles, CA Posts: 4,693	Recovery & Repair Tools When you venture out to remote areas you will encounter scenarios where you may get stuck. This is unavoidable as it is expected. Being prepared is can be a life saving scenario. One of the most popular recovery tools are the combination of the use of a shackle and recovery strap. You can easily attach the recovery strap to the vehicle that is stuck to a vehicle that is not and carefully pull the stuck vehicle out. Shackles are highly recommended when using the recovery straps. Recovery straps comes in many flavors and using the straps with hoops are highly recommended. There are some straps that comes with hooks but those are not recommended for recovery use. Should the strap snap those hooks can become a flying projectile and injury an individual so please make sure to stay away from any straps with hooks. The same applies for chains. Attaching a shackle can be very difficult on vehicles that do not have proper attachment points on the vehicle. Vehicles with a hitch can use the hitch as a recovery point by purchasing a hitch mounted shackle hanger. This item is relatively inexpensive ($20-30 range) and can be very valuable on the trail. Winches come highly recommended but requires a custom front bumper. If you plan to purchase a winch in the near future, please make sure you purchase at least the minimum of an 8000# winch. Do keep in mind that the winch is a recovery device that is not used often so factor that into your budget. A 9000, 9500# winches can also be used but do keep in mind the cost factor as well as the mounting size for the appropriate bumper you plan to use. Most all winches comes with steel cable from the manufacturer which can be upgraded by purchasing some aftermarket synthetic lines. Many upgrade to synthetic lines as it is safer and lighter for your vehicle. Synthetic lines are safer compared to steel cables due to the fact that should the steel cable line snap during a recovery process the lines become a flying projectile. If you do not plan to upgrade your steel cable and use it often please make sure to use a blanket or towel on the middle of the steel cable to dampen the recoil force should the cable snap. Another reason why synthetic lines are recommended is should the line break you can easily repair the line and continue on. Should your winch ever get to the point where it is unable to free you, using a snatch block will double your pulling power and effectively pull you free (if possible). Keep in mind that you will be length of your rope will be half due to the snatch block. If you ever have to use your winch around a tree or any object, to protect the object and/or the line, please make sure to use a tree saver strap around the object. How do I select a winch for my truck? The most important thing to consider when selecting a winch is whether it is capable of pulling 1.5 times the gross vehicle weight (GVW) of your vehicle. GVW is the total weight of your fully loaded vehicle (gas, tools, driver/passengers, etc). Do factor in that you will lose approximately 12% of your pulling power for every wrap of cable/rope on the drum of the winch. Winches Mile Market Ramsey Superwinch Warn Synthetic Lines Master Pull Samson Rope (aka AmSteel Blue) Winch Accessories Pull Pal Straps, Shackles and Snatch Block ARB Snatch Strap (60mm x 9m @ 17000#) ARB Snatch Strap (75mm x 9m @ 24000#) ARB Tree Protector (75mm x 3m) ARB Winch Extension Strap ARB 3/4" D Ring Shackles ARB Snatch Block Keeper Straps (2" x 20', 2" x 30', 3" x 20', 3" x 30') Keeper Strap Tree Saver (2" x 6', 3" x 6') Jacks and accessories Bushranger Exhaust Jack Bushranger X-Jack Hi Lift available in 48", 60" Wab Fab Slider adapter for Hi-Lift Jacks Tire Repair Kits Safety Seal ARB Speedy Seal Fire Extinguishers This item should be mandatory in all vehicles. Minimum of an ABC extinguisher in a 5# bottle. Halotron __________________ 2003 4runner SR5 4x4 Chaos Edition Chaos Edition! Operation Rebuild Chaos Edition Need to reach me or ask questions? You can find me here! Last edited by Good Times; 01-24-2007 at 08:45 PM.

01-13-2007, 06:55 PM	#14 (permalink)
Good Times Contributing Member Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Los Angeles, CA Posts: 4,693	Electrical and Lighting Lighting Products Xenon Depot HID Conversion Kit Explorer Pro Comp Off Road Lights Hella IPF KC HiLites Lightforce Lights PIAA Westin Black Replica Headlights Black Replica Taillights Dual Battery Configurations coming soon... Interior Rostra Aftermarket Seat Heaters (works with both cloth and leather) __________________ 2003 4runner SR5 4x4 Chaos Edition Chaos Edition! Operation Rebuild Chaos Edition Need to reach me or ask questions? You can find me here! Last edited by Good Times; 01-24-2007 at 08:45 PM.

01-13-2007, 07:49 PM	#15 (permalink)
Good Times Contributing Member Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Los Angeles, CA Posts: 4,693	Misc Exterior Modifications Somethings you just need that extra bling to look different from many of the 4runners on the road... Bull Bar Go Rhino 1000 Series 1-Piece Guard available in Black only (#1488) Go Rhino 3000 Series Stepguard - Complete Grille & Brush Guard available in Chrome only (#3726MC) Strona A-Bar (Low) Stainless Steel (#SGG-80235A) Black(#SGG-80235AB) Strona A-Bar (High) stainless steel (#SGG-80236A) Black (#SGG-80236AB) Waag FrontRunner #18368 Waag Grille Guard Front 1 pc (#15951) Front 3 pc UPS (#12952) Center Guard (#12953) Waag Rear Bumper Guard (#16794) - Requires cutting on some 2005 models. Westin 2.5" Ultimate Bull Bar with Skid Plate Chrome (#33-1280) Black (#33-1285) Westin Safari Light Bar Chrome (#30-0020) Black (#30-0025) Mounting Kit (#30-1325) Westin Sportsman 1-Piece Grille Guard 1-Piece Black 40-series (2006-2007 #40-2195, 2003-2005 #40-1285) 1-Piece Chrome 43-series (2006-2007 #43-2190) Modular Black (#41-1285) or Chrome (#44-1280) Headlamp Guard WeatherTech LampGard (#H0133W) Sample Vehicle Application WeatherTech LampGard Jaos Products 4th gen Jaos Mud Flaps 4th gen Jaos Center Protector 2003-2005 4runner Jaos Center Protector 2003-2005 4runner Jaos Front Skid Bar 2003-2005 4runner Jaos Lamp Stay 2003-2005 4runner Jaos Skid Plate / Under Guard 2003-2005 4runner Jaos Bull Bar / Grille Guard 2003-2005 4runner Jaos Rear Skid Bar 2006 4runner Jaos Center Protector 2006 4runner Jaos Front Skid Bar 2006 4runner Jaos Lamp Stay 2006 4runner Jaos Skid Plate / Under Guard 2006 4runner Jaos Bull Bar / Grille Guard 2006 4runner Jaos Rear Skid Bar Product Review Threads 4th gen Jaos Center Protector Appearance JBM Sport Truck Accessories Shuei Grill 4th gen Chrome Grille Cover 4th gen Japan Fender Flares Side Window Deflectors WeatherTech Side Window Deflectors Front (#70317) Rear (#71317) Front and Rear Kit (#72317) WeatherTech Side Window Deflectors Dark Front (#80317) rear (#81317) Front and Rear Kit (#82317) Sample Vehicle Applications WeatherTech Side Window Deflectors WeatherTech Side Window Deflectors Dark Step Bar / Running Boards Don't have a factory running board or want to upgrade to a stylish looking running board take a look at the various manufacturers that have aftermarket running boards for the 4th gen 4runner. By no means are these running boards offroad worthy but they do work well on the roads. Go Rhino 4000 Series Side Step Black (#4425B) Chrome (#4425C) Polished Stainless Steel (#4425PS) Strona Side Step Bar Stainless Steel (#SRB-096-1244) Black (#SRB-096-1244B) Waag Side Tube (#24917B) Westin Platinum Series Step Bar Chrome (#26-2290) Black (#26-2295) Westin Signature Series Step Bar Chrome (#25-2290) Black (#25-2295) Westin Oval Tube - Aluminum Step Bar Chrome (#22-0050) Black (#22-0055) Mounting Kit (#22-1185) Westin Oval Tube 2 - Steel Chrome (#22-5050) Black (#22-5055) Mounting Kit (#22-1185) Westin Sure-Grip Running Boards []Chrome (#27-6510)[]Brushed (#27-6110)[]Black (#27-6125)[]Mounting Kit (#27-1505). []Note: available for base model only. No drilling required.* Stone and Bug Deflector WeatherTech Stone and Bug Deflector (#50096) No Tape Mounting, uses existing holes under vehicle's hood Sample Vehicle Application WeatherTech Stone and Bug Deflector Sunroof Wind Deflector WeatherTech Sunroof Wind Deflector (#89081) Sample Vehicle Application WeatherTech Sunroof Wind Deflector Tail Light Guard Waag Tail Light Guard (#13954) __________________ 2003 4runner SR5 4x4 Chaos Edition Chaos Edition! Operation Rebuild Chaos Edition Need to reach me or ask questions? You can find me here! Last edited by Good Times; 01-24-2007 at 08:45 PM.

01-17-2007, 10:37 PM	#16 (permalink)
Good Times Contributing Member Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Los Angeles, CA Posts: 4,693	Misc Interior Modifications Interior - Floor Mats Toyota All Weather Mats Husky Liners Front Floor Liners Black (#35751) Grey (#35752) Tan (#35753) Husky Liners Rear Floor Liners Black (#65751) Grey (#65752) Tan (#65753) Husky Liners Front Floor Mats Black (#51111) Grey (#51112) Tan (#51113) Husky Liners Rear Floor Mats Black (#52021) Grey (#52022) Tan (#52023) WeatherTech Advantage Luxury Front Carpet Mats Grey (#W39CG) Tan (#W39CT) WeatherTech Classic Front Premium Rubber Mats Black (#W39) Grey (#W39GR) Tan (#W39TN) WeatherTech Classic Rear Premium Rubber Mats Black (#W20) Grey (#W20GR) Tan (#W20TN) WeatherTech Front Floor Liners Black (#440111) Grey (#460111) Tan (#450111) WeatherTech Rear Floor Liners Black (#440112) Grey (#460112) Tan (#450112) Sample Vehicle Applications Husky Liners Front Floor Liner Husky Liners Rear Floor Liner Husky Liners Front Floor Mat Husky Liners Rear Floor Mat WeatherTech Advantage Luxury Front Cargo Mats WeatherTech Front Floor Liner WeatherTech Classic Front Premium Floor Mat Interior - Cargo Mat Toyota All Weather Cargo Mat Husky Liners Cargo Mat (w/o Double stack tray)[]Black (#25751)[]Grey (#25752)[]Tan (#25753)[/list]Husky Liners Cargo Mat (w/ Double stack tray) Black (#25761) Grey (#25762) Tan (#25763) WeatherTech Cargo Liners (w/o Double stack tray, w/o 3rd Row Seats) Black (#40230) Grey (#41230) Tan (#42230) WeatherTech Cargo Liners (w/o Double stack tray, w 3rd Row Seats) Black (#40258) Grey (#41258) Tan (#42258) WeatherTech Cargo Liners Bottom (w Double stack tray, w/o 3rd Row Seats) Black (#40228) Grey (#41228) Tan (#42228) WeatherTech Cargo Liners Top (w Double stack tray, w/o 3rd Row Seats) Black (#40229) Grey (#41229) Tan (#42229) Sample Vehicle Applications* Husky Liners Cargo Mat WeatherTech Cargo Liner (Top) WeatherTech Cargo Liner (Bottom) Pet Barriers WeatherTech Pet Barrier (#60010) or extension for height greater than 42" (#60012) Sample Vehicle Applications WeatherTech Pet Barrier __________________ 2003 4runner SR5 4x4 Chaos Edition Chaos Edition! Operation Rebuild Chaos Edition Need to reach me or ask questions? You can find me here! Last edited by Good Times; 01-24-2007 at 08:44 PM.

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01-18-2007, 09:53 PM	#17 (permalink)
Good Times Contributing Member Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Los Angeles, CA Posts: 4,693	Expedition / Travel Gear (Exterior) Roof Rack The most basic and fundamental modification you can do to support additional gear is by adding a roof rack basket or cargo box. They are highly popular in expedition vehicles and even those that just want to haul more gear. Remember that you don't want to build your vehicle to be top heavy so make that you place the lighter items on top. I've seen many throw tires up on top of the racks but do keep in mind that if you ever do need that tire you'll have to get it off of there (eek!) African Outback Roof Rack (aluminum) African Outback roof racks feature a state of the art, modular alumimum design, which allows for the ultimate in versatility to suit your vehicle storage needs. This design ensures that you can reconfigure your roof rack in a number of ways to meet the needs of whatever your next expediton may be. Note: requires removing existing roof rack. The African Outback Roof Rack utilizes the rails that are hidden under the track. Though the 4runner only has 2 mounting points this rack will require a third mounting point. Please note that you will have to custom build or have a shop make an additional mounting point. Currently available at: Pangaea Expeditions Slee Offroad Westin Sport Series Roof Racks Mounting: Rail, Rack Kit (#15-4065), Crossbar Length 50", Alloy Tray (#17-6031) and Mount Kit (#17-7011) Yakima Low Rider (#8000118 - set of four, #8000114 - set of two) - SKS compatible They clamp right onto your crossbars and hook onto your rack's raised side rails. Bike Snow Water Gear Baskets Gear Boxes Horizontal MightMount (#8003514-8003554) A simple attachment that converts a factory rack into a big, bag, mean, multi-sport system. Bikes Water Gear baskets Universal MightMount (set of four) - SKS compatible Turn your factory rack equipped vehicle into a gear hauling machine. 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Fabric Color: Grey Model No: #M/09, #M/10, #M/11 Autohome Maggiolina Extreme Small (1.3m) - 136.4 lbs. (62 kg) - Sleeps 2 Adults Closed: 130 x 210 x 33 (cm) / 51? x 82-3/4? x 13? Open: 130 x 210 x 90 (cm) / 51? x 82-3/4? x 34-1/2? Permissible top load: 35 lbs. Fabric Color: Grey Model Number: #M/05 Autohome Maggiolina Grand Tour Small (1.3m) - 123lbs. (56 kg) - Sleeps 2 Adults Medium (1.45m) - 132lbs. (60 kg) - Sleeps 2 Adults + 1 Child Large (1.6m) - 154lbs. (70 kg) - Sleeps 2 Adults + 2 Children Closed: 130 x 210 x 36 (cm) / 51? x 82-3/4? x 14-1/4? Open: 130 x 210 x 96 (cm) / 51? x 82-3/4? x 37-3/4? Closed: 145 x 210 x 36 (cm) / 57? x 82-3/4? x 14-1/4? Open: 145 x 210 x 96 (cm) / 57? x 82-3/4? x 37-3/4? Closed: 160 x 215 x 36 (cm) / 63? x 84-3/4? x 14-1/4? Open: 160 x 215 x 96 (cm) / 63? x 84-3/4? x 37-3/4? Permissible top load: 25 lbs. inc. roof rack Fabric Color: Grey Model No: #M/12, #M/13, #M/14 Autohome Overland Small (1.3m) - 95 lbs. (43 kg) - Sleeps 2 Adults Medium (1.6m) - 108 lbs. (49 kg) - Sleeps 2 Adults + 1 Child Large (1.8m) - 125-1/2 lbs. (57 kg) - Sleeps 2 Adults + 2 Children Closed: 130 x 110 x 30 (cm) / 51? x 43-1/4? x 11-3/4? Open: 130 x 220 x 125 (cm) / 51? x 87? x 49-1/4? Closed: 160 x 110 x 30 (cm) / 63? x 43-1/4? x 11-3/4? Open: 160 x 220 x 125 (cm) / 63? x 87? x 49-1/4? Closed: 180 x 110 x 30 (cm) / 71? x 43-1/4? x 11-3/4? Open: 180 x 220 x 125 (cm) / 71? x 87? x 49-1/4? Fabric Color: Carbon Grey Model No: #OLC//01, #OLC//02, #OLC/03 Eezi-Awn Series 3 Roof Top Tent 1200 (w) x 2400 (l) x 1300mm (h) (approx 115#) - Sleeps 2 Adults 1220 (w) x 2440 (l) x 1300mm (h) - Sleeps 2 Adults 1400 (w) x 2440 (l) x 1300mm (h) - Sleeps 2 Adults 1600 (w) x 2440 (l) x 1300mm (h) (approx 130#) - Sleeps 2 Adults + 2 Children 1800 (w) x 2440 (l) x 1300mm (h) - Sleeps 2 Adults + 3 Children 2200 (w) x 2440 (l) x 1300mm (h) (approx 150#) - Sleeps 4 Adults (2 dividing rooms) Howling Moon Roof Top Tent DELUXE 1.2 (#972490) - 48 kg - Sleeps 2 Adults DELUXE 1.3 (#974003) - 52 kg - Sleeps 2 Adults DELUXE 1.4 (#972494) - 56 kg - Sleeps 2 Adults DELUXE 1.6 (#972580) - 66 kgs - Sleeps 2 Adults DELUXE 2.4 (#972495) - 96 kfs - Sleeps 4 Adults (2 individual rooms) Closed: 130 x 130 x 36 cm Open: 2.4 m x 1.2 m x 1.2 m Closed: 140 x 130 x 36 cm Open: 2.4 m x 1.3 m x 1.2 m Closed: 150 x 130 x 36 cm Open: 2.4 m x 1.4 m x 1.2 m Closed: 170 x 130 x 36 cm Open: 2.4 m x 1.6 m x 1.2 m Closed: 260 x 130 x 36 cm Open: 2.4 m x 2.4 m x 1.2 m Mambosa Car Top Tent Fabric: 420 Denier Polyester with PVC Coating Water Resistance: 1000mm Window (2) PE Mesh Inner Mattress: Foam 2.5in (H) x 71in (L) x 41in (W) / (x2) Base: Flex PVC Board Reinforced with Aluminum Frame Frame: Aluminum Tube 19 x 1.33mm (Self Retracting) 22 x 1.0mm Ladder: Adjustable Steel Tube From 39in up to 72in (H) Lock Pins: 20 x 20 x 1.2mm, 25.4 x 25.4 x 1.3mm Country of Origin: China Oasis II Tent Closed: 61"L x 46"W x 8"H Open: 85"L x 58"W x 47"H Weight (lbs.): 39 Exterior fabric: 300 D Polyester with a water resistant polyurethane coating. Interior floor covering ? soft flannel. Rain/sunshade: 300 D polyester with water resistant polyurethane coating. Flooring: Heavy woven fabric supported by adjustable elastic weaving. Tent Frame: powder coated aluminum alloy construction perimeter frame. Ladder Specifications: Aluminum construction. Maximum Length: 110 inches Weight: 12 lbs. Technitop Rooftop Tent Closed: 1.1m Length Open: 2.2m Length, 1.3m Width, 0.28m Height Weight: 52kg (no ladder) Canvas: high quality Riblock Acrylic Dralon. Canvas color = Light Olive Flysheet: permanently attached durable PVC flysheet Convoluted high density foam mattress with cover Awning Autohome Columbus Variant Awn #C/05A (79? x 67" / 200 cm x 170 cm) Autohome Maggiolina Airland / Extreme Awn #C/05A (79? x 67" / 200 cm x 170 cm) Eezi-Awn awning series 2000 available in Sizes from 2, 2.5, 3, 3.5, 4m. Extends 2.1m. Eezi-Awn awning side panels Howling Moon Awnings Technitop Shade Awening 1.35m x 3.0m or 3.5m Accessories Autohome Maggiolina Airland / Extreme Changing Room #M/11A Autohome Overland Changing Room Available in regular #OLC/07A or Tall #OLC/08A Autohome Maggiolina Airland / Extreme Reflective and Winter Hood #M/10A Autohome Columbus Variant Reflective and Winter Hood #C/04A Autohome Overland Reflective and Winter Hood #OL/05A Autohome Harkin Ceiling Lift available in small #K/15A and large #K/15C Eezi-Awn Add a room Eezi-Awn Shower Skirt Technitop Shower and Changing Cublicle __________________ 2003 4runner SR5 4x4 Chaos Edition Chaos Edition! Operation Rebuild Chaos Edition Need to reach me or ask questions? You can find me here! Last edited by Good Times; 01-24-2007 at 08:43 PM.

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Good Times Contributing Member Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Los Angeles, CA Posts: 4,693	Expedition / Travel Gear (Interior) Interior - Refrigerator/Freezer Ever wished you didn't have to get excess ice to keep your food and beverages chilled? Hate draining your cooler daily? Fridge freezers are the solution to keep your food and beverages chilled. It's ideal for your expeditions as it keeps your food and beverages chilled regardless of the external conditions of the fridge. This is not your ordinary 12 volt cooler rather this is a true refrigerator. (AC/DC Compatible) ARB Engel Norcold Product Review Thread Norcold Refrigerator __________________ 2003 4runner SR5 4x4 Chaos Edition Chaos Edition! Operation Rebuild Chaos Edition Need to reach me or ask questions? You can find me here! Last edited by Good Times; 01-24-2007 at 08:43 PM.

01-24-2007, 08:41 PM	#19 (permalink)
Good Times Contributing Member Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Los Angeles, CA Posts: 4,693	Expedition / Travel Gear (Misc) Fuel Containers and Accessories Original Blitz 5 Gallon Steel Jerry Can available at Offroad Recovery Warehouse Scepter Jerry Can three-handled polyethylene fuel/water can similar in design to the classic metal. Military Jerry Cans (Dimensions: 18.5'' x 14.5'' x 7'', Capacity: 20 Liters / 5.28 Gallons, Empty Weight: 6.6LB) Super Siphon - self-priming hose used for the transfer of liquids. Wedco NATO Fuel Cans Scepter products available at: Pangaea Expeditions Slee Offroad __________________ 2003 4runner SR5 4x4 Chaos Edition Chaos Edition! Operation Rebuild Chaos Edition Need to reach me or ask questions? You can find me here!