US Navy Chooses 4Runner

Woodbert · 10-27-2003, 11:59 PM

Folks,

All right, technically it's a HILUX Surf, but the US Navy here has purchased four 2004 models.

This is the first one of the four my command is getting. The Commanding Officer immediately made the first one his official vehicle.

Pretty cool!

I was told he went to a meeting at another base and everyone wanted to know who's vehicle it was and were all awestruck. He's the envy of all the Colonels and Navy Captains here. Probably the Generals as well.

FirstToy · 10-28-2003, 12:06 AM

That's really cool! That front end shot is particularly flattering for some reason.
So now is everyone going to think you're a CO too?

Woodbert · 10-28-2003, 12:09 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by FirstToy
That's really cool! That front end shot is particularly flattering for some reason.
So now is everyone going to think you're a CO too?

Heheh...Mine is WAY better looking.

Edit: That front shot is probably flattering because of that Eagle and placard in the windshield.

Woodbert · 10-28-2003, 02:33 AM

Here's a better picture of the CO's calling card on his Surf.

02Runner · 10-28-2003, 03:25 AM

Hey Woody.

Nice pics.

I wonder if they're all going to be white?

How about XReas

, I'm sure the CO would appreciate having it when traveling between bases.

I'm guessin' it does with the SSR-X on the back!

Doug

timber725 · 10-28-2003, 09:48 AM

I love the white 4runners! Looks naked without the roof rails and rear spoiler.

MrTom · 10-28-2003, 11:08 AM

It appears that the drivers side of the vehicle is on the RIGHT. Correct?? If so do you have a web address for your local dealer? Been thinking of trying to get a right side drivers seat to replace the US version passenger seat in the Sport model. Would like that seat to be height adjustable and have lumbar support also.
Thanks
Tom

Sil23 · 10-28-2003, 01:59 PM

call me stupid..but what's that on the fender near the lights..is it a mirror??

02Runner · 10-28-2003, 04:09 PM

Yes thats a mirror. I personally like the side clearance markers if thats what they are!

Doug

timber725 · 10-28-2003, 05:06 PM

I'd like to be able to purchase those sidemarkers and the HiluxSURF emblems

I will be the only Hilux owners in SoCAL!

Woodbert · 10-28-2003, 05:46 PM

Doug- All the Navy ones will be white. And those are the side marker/blinkers. I think there are lots of threads about installing them.

The mirror looks across the front bumper and down the left edge of the tires.

MrTom- You can't order anything from the dealers web site plus it's all in Japanese. You'd be much better off trying to get someone in the states, maybe Jason B, to check for you.

Timber- I think Jason B can get you the HILUX badges as well.

BT17R · 10-28-2003, 07:42 PM

Why do I get the feeling that the CO wrote the specs?

Woodbert · 10-29-2003, 12:16 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by BT17R
Why do I get the feeling that the CO wrote the specs?

Nah, he may have had some "recommedations" though.

10-27-2003, 11:59 PM	#1 (permalink)
Woodbert Contributing Member Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Okinawa, Japan Posts: 1,147	US Navy Chooses 4Runner Folks, All right, technically it's a HILUX Surf, but the US Navy here has purchased four 2004 models. This is the first one of the four my command is getting. The Commanding Officer immediately made the first one his official vehicle. Pretty cool! I was told he went to a meeting at another base and everyone wanted to know who's vehicle it was and were all awestruck. He's the envy of all the Colonels and Navy Captains here. Probably the Generals as well. __________________ Woody "Drive your Dreams" 2003 Dark Blue Mica 4X4 Hilux Surf SSR-G 5VZ-FE V6. My 2003 HILUX Surf Checkout My Truck \|Full Leather\| \|Moon Roof\|\|XREAS\| \|Rear Torsen LSD\| \|Mobil 1 Synth Oil\| \|TRD Sport Oil Filter\| \|TRD Cat-Back Exhaust\|\|Dueler A/T Revos 265-70-17\|\|THULE/Toyota Lappland 619 Roof Rack/Basket\| \|Full Husky Liners\| \|Cee Bailey's Window shades\| \|Toyota OEM Vent Visors\|\|Griots and Porter "Corey" wax treatment\| \|Soon: TRD Air Filter\|Stay tuned for more...\| 2001 Kawasaki 1100 STX DI Jet Ski "With the right vessel, it easy to get a good crew." 1993 Hilux Surf SSR-G "Sold"

10-28-2003, 02:33 AM	#4 (permalink)
Woodbert Contributing Member Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Okinawa, Japan Posts: 1,147	Here's a better picture of the CO's calling card on his Surf. __________________ Woody "Drive your Dreams" 2003 Dark Blue Mica 4X4 Hilux Surf SSR-G 5VZ-FE V6. My 2003 HILUX Surf Checkout My Truck \|Full Leather\| \|Moon Roof\|\|XREAS\| \|Rear Torsen LSD\| \|Mobil 1 Synth Oil\| \|TRD Sport Oil Filter\| \|TRD Cat-Back Exhaust\|\|Dueler A/T Revos 265-70-17\|\|THULE/Toyota Lappland 619 Roof Rack/Basket\| \|Full Husky Liners\| \|Cee Bailey's Window shades\| \|Toyota OEM Vent Visors\|\|Griots and Porter "Corey" wax treatment\| \|Soon: TRD Air Filter\|Stay tuned for more...\| 2001 Kawasaki 1100 STX DI Jet Ski "With the right vessel, it easy to get a good crew." 1993 Hilux Surf SSR-G "Sold"

10-28-2003, 03:25 AM	#5 (permalink)
02Runner Contributing Member Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: SW Fla Posts: 758	Hey Woody. Nice pics. I wonder if they're all going to be white? How about XReas , I'm sure the CO would appreciate having it when traveling between bases. I'm guessin' it does with the SSR-X on the back! Doug __________________ 2003 Runner SE / Cruisers 1971,1980,1997(40th) & 2005

10-28-2003, 09:48 AM	#6 (permalink)
timber725 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Los Angeles, CA Posts: 416	I love the white 4runners! Looks naked without the roof rails and rear spoiler. __________________ '03 4Runner LTD 4WD V8 Revtek 3" Lift w/ NE Spacers \| 285-75R16 Firestone Destination MT \| 16x8 American Racing AR-23 \| BVG Evolution Bike Rack \| BVG Adventure Rack w/ Yak Fairing \| Husky Liners \| Tacoma Skid Plate \| Sylvania Silverstars

10-28-2003, 01:59 PM	#8 (permalink)
Sil23 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Troy Upstate New York Posts: 100	call me stupid..but what's that on the fender near the lights..is it a mirror?? __________________ 03 4Runner V6 4x4 Sport Galactic Gray with appearance pkg. addons - stainless steel muffler tip - visors - deflector & bumper trim from toyotaparts4u.com.

10-28-2003, 11:08 AM	#7 (permalink)
MrTom Registered User Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Utah's Color Country Posts: 42	It appears that the drivers side of the vehicle is on the RIGHT. Correct?? If so do you have a web address for your local dealer? Been thinking of trying to get a right side drivers seat to replace the US version passenger seat in the Sport model. Would like that seat to be height adjustable and have lumbar support also. Thanks Tom

10-28-2003, 04:09 PM	#9 (permalink)
02Runner Contributing Member Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: SW Fla Posts: 758	Yes thats a mirror. I personally like the side clearance markers if thats what they are! Doug __________________ 2003 Runner SE / Cruisers 1971,1980,1997(40th) & 2005

10-28-2003, 05:06 PM	#10 (permalink)
timber725 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Los Angeles, CA Posts: 416	I'd like to be able to purchase those sidemarkers and the HiluxSURF emblems I will be the only Hilux owners in SoCAL! __________________ '03 4Runner LTD 4WD V8 Revtek 3" Lift w/ NE Spacers \| 285-75R16 Firestone Destination MT \| 16x8 American Racing AR-23 \| BVG Evolution Bike Rack \| BVG Adventure Rack w/ Yak Fairing \| Husky Liners \| Tacoma Skid Plate \| Sylvania Silverstars

10-28-2003, 05:46 PM	#11 (permalink)
Woodbert Contributing Member Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Okinawa, Japan Posts: 1,147	Doug- All the Navy ones will be white. And those are the side marker/blinkers. I think there are lots of threads about installing them. The mirror looks across the front bumper and down the left edge of the tires. MrTom- You can't order anything from the dealers web site plus it's all in Japanese. You'd be much better off trying to get someone in the states, maybe Jason B, to check for you. Timber- I think Jason B can get you the HILUX badges as well. __________________ Woody "Drive your Dreams" 2003 Dark Blue Mica 4X4 Hilux Surf SSR-G 5VZ-FE V6. My 2003 HILUX Surf Checkout My Truck \|Full Leather\| \|Moon Roof\|\|XREAS\| \|Rear Torsen LSD\| \|Mobil 1 Synth Oil\| \|TRD Sport Oil Filter\| \|TRD Cat-Back Exhaust\|\|Dueler A/T Revos 265-70-17\|\|THULE/Toyota Lappland 619 Roof Rack/Basket\| \|Full Husky Liners\| \|Cee Bailey's Window shades\| \|Toyota OEM Vent Visors\|\|Griots and Porter "Corey" wax treatment\| \|Soon: TRD Air Filter\|Stay tuned for more...\| 2001 Kawasaki 1100 STX DI Jet Ski "With the right vessel, it easy to get a good crew." 1993 Hilux Surf SSR-G "Sold"

10-28-2003, 07:42 PM	#12 (permalink)
BT17R Contributing Member Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Da Gorge, Oregon Posts: 5,140	Why do I get the feeling that the CO wrote the specs? __________________ '07 FJ TRD SE 6M/T 100% Black '09 4R SR5 TE 5A/T Shadow Mica--Inbound

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