Well, I shouldn't say that the 4Runner was ever mine to begin with. The truck was my wife's daily driver, but I had aspirations of paying it off down the road and getting my wife something else. We decided that with a growing family that it was time to get something bigger ahead of schedule. With that in mind we went to the stealership to test drive a few vehicles.

The 4th generation 2005 4Runner we test drove was not much bigger than the 2002, at least not enough to justify the switch. We then drove a 2005 Sequoia with the 282HP VVTi 4.7L V8, 5 speed tranny, and all wheel disc brakes. Let me just say that even though this truck is probably 1000lbs heavier, it was probably 20% faster than our supercharged 2002 4Runner. I couldn't believe it. Handled nicely and felt no bigger than my old 2003 Tundra. So we worked out a good deal and even got the dealer to remove the supercharger as part of the trade. The supercharger is for sale for those interested.

Anyway, we were able to get a sport package on the Sequoia which comes with tube steps instead of running boards, different wheels, and rear load leveling suspension. It's got a few other things but I really just wanted the wheels and tube steps. I've had a lot of fun reading through the posts on this board. I would like to thank all of those who were instamental in helping drain my checking account on modifications. Take care and stay safe.....

 

I hope you're not leaving us, its still a toyota and moddable.

 

Yeah, it sounds like you're leaving. You are still driving a Toyota, hang around.

 

The new Sequoias are really nice. They are just to big for our needs, the engine and gearbox upgrade made a huge difference in the responsiveness of these big vehicles.

 

No....I'm not leaving. But I've got to stay away from the mod bug for awhile. I've got a little school to finish and I tend to lose track of time surfing the forum. Maybe it wouldn't have taken me nine years to finish my degree if I wasn't so focused on yota's. Eventually I'd like to get myself another 4Runner or maybe a 2001-2003 doublecab Tacoma. Or maybe someday I'll hit the lottery and own a tacoma, tundra, 4runner, and a landcruiser.

 

now youre thinking!! good luck with the new rig, school, family and lottery. not necessarily in that order either! i dont want you wife getting mad at me!

lee