15 Rear Bumpers for the 5th Gen 4Runner
The man, the myth, the legend @fotornr Rear bumpers, tire swing-out options, and off-road protection for the 5th Gen If you are an avid off-roader, overlander, weekend warrior, or someone…
Hidden Winch Mount Options for the 5th Gen 4Runner
Photo Credit: @lawndartdesign, Isaac Marchionna Features, benefits, and options for hidden winch mount systems The ability to mount a winch to the front of any off-road vehicle will add capability…
Cooper Discoverer AT3 XLT – Initial Review on 5th Gen 4Runner
Design, Tread Pattern, and Initial Impressions. Are the Cooper Discoverer AT3 XLTs for you? “When the time comes to replace the set, likely before the winter, I will be replacing…
Trail Basics: Adventuring With Your Dog
General Tips for Exploring, and Camping with your Dog Dogs and adventures tend to mesh well together. Being outside, running around free from constraints, stopping to smell the air. It’s…
Trail Maintenance: Driveline fluids, how and when to change them
The topic of oil in vehicles is the easiest way to spark a debate on the internet in the gear head world. To be honest I am not sure how,…
Trail Basics: 4Runner Winter Travel Preparation Tips
4×4 Winter Traveling Basics: Driving Techniques, Accessories & General Preparation It’s that time of year again. Temperatures are getting cold in the mountains, and the snow is starting to fall….
Overlanding and Off-Road Water Storage – Portable Water Storage Ideas For Camp
A general guide to water storage containers, bladders, and packs for Off-Roading and Overlanding Use With all of the gear that is brought on a weekend camping trip, there is…
Hardshell or Softshell: Which RTT is for you?
Different Styles, and features of the Hard Shell and Soft Shell Roof Top Tents – Which is the best option for your platform? If you are looking for rooftop tent…
Trail Review: 1UP USA Quik Rack Single
1UP USA Quik Rack Bicycle Rack Review on Toyota 4Runner: Easy Access, Modularity, Toughness, and Style Mountain bikes and 4×4’s go together like Toyotas and 10mm sockets. Sometimes the bike…
Trail Review: Cooper Discoverer S/T Maxx
Cooper Discoverer S/T Maxx (All-Terrain/ Mud Terrain Tires) – Review on 5th Gen 4Runner With a new 4Runner in my life and a lot of places to see, I knew…
Trail Basics: Understanding Weight in your 4Runner
Do You Have a Weight Problem? Understanding your Gross Vehicle Weight Rating & What To Consider When Adding More Modifications A common theme with the modern overland/off-road vehicle is having…
Trail Install: Switch-Pros 9100 / PowerTray Install on 5th Gen 4Runner
Complete Step by Step Install of the Switch-Pros 9100 with PowerTray: How to Wire a Switch-Pros In Detail Electrical organization will come into play for most builds, mild to wild….