Here are just a few pictures when i get more time ill show you everything. CHris

 

Nice truck dude! After looking at your pics, I'm absolutely convinced that the 4Runner Limited and the Hilux Surf SSR-G bodies and frames are identical.

Except yours has the steering wheel on the wrong side...

 

Nice ride Chris. Is that a net or Christmas lights we see in the 2nd and 3rd pics?

 

Sweet I love the black, where did you get the chrome tail pipe peace, oh and your door is open

Any reason you decided on a V6.

That hood deflector looks good, still undecided if I should get one, in the end it is just more for me to clean


What do you mean by Hilux Surf SSR-G, is that another truck what truck

 

impulsebrklyn:

nice ride!!!

now take that ride up to the local trails!!! use that 4wd system!!! it really works!!!

btw, those running boards are gonna have to go orelse you'll definitely loose em on the trail!

I bet keeping that black 4runner will be a pain! had 2 black cars... omg dust was such a pain in the rear !!!!

anyway, BLACK vehicles always LOOKS NICE!!!!

lance

 

Impulse,

Yeah, the Limiteds w/ the matching fender flares looks the best. I really wish they'd color key that rear bumper....errr...whatever that thing is! Otherwise, nice ride! Hey, as a former black 4runner owner, do yourself a favor and buy Zaino Bros (http://www.zainobros.com) to keep her shiny and a good lambs wool wash mitt and/or boar's head brush for washing. That crap you buy at the auto parts store will swirl your paint like Daniel-san.

Bob

 

Welcome to the board and you have a great looking 4th gen..

Ok, so I tend to notice things normal people dont so...

Is that chrome tip exaust stock??
-and-
What is the big net between the houses for, big butterfly net?

 

They are one in the same..The Surf is the EXACT same rig as the 4Runner except its made in/for Japan standards (i.e. little mirror on fender, driver sides flipped, etc)..

 

Kctopher,

Your correct, they are the same with the exceptions you noted.

Here is a picture of my 2003 Hilux Surf SSR-G:


Oh, yea, you can't get the hitch receiver here that is standard on the 4Runners. I think I finally got one ordered from a Toyota dealer in Texas.

 

Cool, it's got lighted running boards. It's the little things that count. You've got a great looking ride there. Enjoy it.

It sure does look like Christmas lights. But that is impossible. No one with such a nice truck would leave Christmas lights up this long, right?

 

I wish that color was available here.. Best color Ive seen yet..

 

Just my $0.02, but the V8 is really only a plus if you are going to tow. It has more torque, but less HP. Besides, the mileage is less on a V8.

 

Not really, because the V6 requires 89 octane, whereas the V8 only needs 87. I think it would just about even out.

 

I guess it is preference why one chooses a V6 or V8 and what the dealer has.

The manual states that 87 is fine for either engine and higher octane will give added performance but I can't find the added performance:cry:

 

sorry i just got home ive been in deleware the last three days.

NO they are not christmas lights. Its an american flag that lights up. HEHE

I choose the v6 for one it is cheaper, and this was a stretch for me to begin with, still got alot of student loans im only 23. Getting a v8 would be like almost 3 grand more. Besides saving a few bucks its got plenty of punch for me i had a 95 explorer that needed to be floored to move. I dont tow anything, and i live in the city the only trails this thing gets is a beach i can get onto during a small portion of the year. Yes i know it likes premium but were talking 150 bucks at most a year for me extra.

I put a chrome exhaust tip on it, i think it gives it alittle more characater.

Yes my door is open, i was on my way out when i took the pictures.

Love the truck so far no complaits except it needs more cigarette outlets for my stuff. First small mod on the list.

Oh and i love the bug guard it fites perfect its a Lund if anyone is interested.

 

i dont know about the v8 but im getting decent milage something like 18-20 highway

Oh and choosing black as a color even the salesman was trying to steer me against black cause its so hard to keep. But its what i wanted, so ill just have to baby it more.

 

Awesome ride man, I love the look of the '03 Runners. I like the black too! Let us know what you do to it and how you like it! Great Choice! Peace.

--Mike :bounce2:

 

I found this review of the 2003 4Runner:

http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn...2003Feb14.html

 

NICE 4runner. I'm starting to like the 2003's more & more...

 

I love it so far just a few things ive noticed.

The starter is a cool idea, just turn the key and start it.(read on) You dont have to hold it, the car will will continue to turn itself till it starts.

The rear mirrors in the cargo area in the top corners are a great idea that all suvs should have you can see your bumper and anyone right next to the vehicle in the blind spots.

Ride is very smooth and comfortable.Very quiet inside the car.

Like the double decker cargo, wont be crushing anything in the back. Makes it possible to optimize the space.

The fan under the hood seems alittle loud outside the truck but you cant hear it inside the car. Or maybe its just not what im used to.

Lack of lights on the door controls, cant see any while driving. Only thing that lights up is the driver window button. Interior lights dont go on when you open the door. Just the door and running board lights go on. Anyone know how to change this???
Something cool though you leave any of the interior lights on when you get out of the car and lock it. They are automatically turned off.


If i think of anything else ill post, if anyone has any questions just ask.