5 Easy Ways To Maximize Fuel Efficiency Off-Road
Go Further Both On & Off-Road With These Tips! In all the years I’ve been hitting the trails in my 4Runner whether it was a short day trip or an…
8 Off-Road Trails & Areas To Explore In Utah
4×4 Trails Rated For All Levels: User-Sourced Overland Resource Welcome back to an all-new post featuring the top trails and OHV parks across America! This time, we are back featuring…
7 Off-Road Trails & Areas To Explore In South Carolina
4×4 Trails Rated For All Levels: User-Sourced Overland Resource Welcome back to a new post featuring the top trails and OHV parks across America! This time, we will cover a…
5 Ways To “Tread Lightly” When Overlanding
What “Tread Lightly” Means And Why It’s Important I’m sure many of you have noticed the increasing number of trail closures across the United States. Unfortunately, some of these closures…
Best Interior LED Light Kits For 5th Gen 4Runner
Factory Output Sucks! 6 Options From Affordable To Premium Upgrading the interior lighting of your 5th Gen 4Runner can make a significant difference in both style and functionality. In this…
Stellar Built Rig Check #7: 4Runner Build “Jade”
Meet Jade: 2016 Trail Edition Premium Overland Build – Detailed Rig Walkaround Many people have asked for a build list and detailed look at Jade over the years, and it’s…
New Product: Kinetic-X Hero Bridle Review
Kinetic-X Hero Bridle: A New Standard for Recovery? Kinetic-X, a division of Sandy Cats just added a new addition to its current offering of recovery gear, the Hero Bridle. We…
RealTruck Overland Awning – Install & Review
A Newer, Universal Awning Option For Overlanding & Camping ROAM, FrontRunner, ARB, Thule… the list goes on and on. It seems like every company now a days makes a vehicle…
Magnuson Supercharger: 7 Benefits To Consider
7 Benefits of a Supercharger on Overland & Off-Road Builds After building four different 5th Gen 4Runners, I decided to install a supercharger on our latest 2023 SR5P with portal…
SR5 Vs. TRD: Which 4Runner Trim Is Best For You?
The Differences Between TRD and SR5 & How To Choose In today’s post, I’ll compare the TRD and the SR5 trims on the 5th Gen 4Runner. In doing so, we’ll…
5 Off-Road Trails & Areas To Explore In Connecticut
4×4 Trails Rated For All Levels: User-Sourced Overland Resource Welcome back to an all-new post featuring the top trails and OHV parks across America! Today, we’re back and featuring trails…
5 Off-Road Trails & Areas To Explore In Massachusetts
4×4 Trails Rated For All Levels: User-Sourced Overland Resource Welcome back to an all-new post featuring the top trails and OHV parks across America! This week, we are back featuring…
Introducing the Dirt King 2.5″ Dual Compression Adjuster (DCA) Series Coilovers
The Best “Out-Of-The-Box” Ride Quality That’s Ever Been Offered? After two decades of racing experience and building high-end suspension components, Dirt King finally brought a shock offering to the market….
Prinsu Hi-Lift Jack Mount – Install & Review
Easily Mount Your Hi-Lift Jack to Your Roof Rack We’re back with another post for Prinsu rack accessories! Today, I am covering the Hi-Lift Mount. This accessory makes it extremely…
BaseLayer Floor Liners – Install & Review
All Weather Option Made From Durable, Recyclable TPE Material As overlanders, off-roaders and automotive enthusiasts, we often focus on the “A-list” of gear and modifications, myself included. Suspensions, wheels and…
4 Off-Road Trails & Areas To Explore In Rhode Island
4×4 Trails Rated For All Levels: User-Sourced Overland Resource Welcome back to an all-new post! This week, we will be doing things a bit differently as our featured state, Rhode…
5 Off-Road Trails & Areas To Explore In New York
4×4 Trails Rated For All Levels: User-Sourced Overland Resource Welcome back to an all-new post featuring the top trails and OHV parks across America! Today’s post will cover 5 popular…
TEQ Customs Hex Halo Headlights Review
Custom Front End Lighting Option Built By Enthusiasts Many people opt for aftermarket headlights for their vehicles. Although the individual reasons may vary, aesthetics or function are usually the two…
Tuff Country Upper Control Arms – Install & Review
Super Affordable Uniball UCAs That Are Made In The USA A lift kit is often one of the first mods that 4Runner owners choose, but it comes with a cost….
Relation Race Wheels Billet Uniball UCAs
Billet Aluminum, Sealed Uniball UCAs For The 5th Gen 4Runner Lifting a truck for increased ground clearance and the ability to accommodate larger tires is arguably a must for off-road…
17″ Vs. 18″ Wheels On The 5th Gen 4Runner
Comparing Two Popular Wheel Sizes To See Which Is Better Picking out the right wheel size for your 4Runner isn’t just a task, it’s a blend of practicality and showcasing…
Overlanding & E-Bikes – Should You Add One?
Are E-Bikes Valuable For Overlanding? We Take A Closer Look! E-bikes have become more popular and accessible in recent years. There’s been a flood of new options to the market….
Filling & Choosing The Right Windshield Washer Fluid For Your 4Runner
How To Choose & Fill Windshield Washer Fluid In A 5th Gen Most of the time, you don’t have to put much thought into the fluids that keep your 4Runner…
Trail Standard Offroad’s TRD Pro-Style Grille For 2020-2024 5th Gen 4Runner
TSS Compatible Grille From TSO: Install & Review The Toyota Heritage grille on a 4Runner holds significant appeal for many enthusiasts. In my opinion, it outshines the standard Toyota emblem…
Overlanding Comfort: 5 Cozy Sleeping Arrangements to Explore
Comparing Different Sleep Options For Families or Solo Travelers Dialing in the right camping setup for families with kids can feel like solving a complex puzzle. Budget limits, crew size,…
Prinsu Noise Reducing Edge Trim Review
Reduce Wind Noise Produced By Your Roof Rack We’re back with another installation and review of the Prinsu rack accessories! Today, I’m covering a quick but awesome accessory for roof…
DR.KDSS Bolt-On Panhard Correction Review
Bolt-On Panhard Correction Kit (BOTCK) Install & Review This installation was done on a 4th Gen 4Runner however the installation on the 5th Gen is the same. So, you’ve lifted…
PCV Valve Replacement For The 5th Gen 4Runner
When You Need To Replace Your PCV Valve And Why Replacing a PCV (positive crankcase ventilation) valve is incredibly easy and crucial to prolong your engine’s life. The hardest part…
Top Ways To Track Vehicle Maintenance Records
The Importance Of Tracking All Of Your Service And Upgrades Proper maintenance of our vehicles serves multiple purposes. This includes ensuring you have minimal problems while on the trails, and…
BajaRack Rear Hatch Ladder Review
Installation, Product Review, And Comparison To The GOBI Ladder It’s no surprise that the rear hatch ladder is among the first mods many 4Runner owners make to their rigs. They’re…
DIY Low Profile Carpeted Sleeping Platform & Storage System With Lift-Up Hinge Design
How To Build A Sleeping Platform & Storage With Hinged Access One of the great perks of owning an SUV instead of a truck is the ability to sleep inside the vehicle,…
First Look At The All-New 6th Gen Toyota 4Runner
It’s Finally Here! Here’s Our First Look At The All-New 4Runner! After a decade and a half, Toyota has FINALLY revealed to us, their new 6th Generation 4Runner! I was…
7 KDSS Mods For The 5th Gen 4Runner
Aftermarket Products That Will Improve Your KDSS-Equipped Rig Offered for the TRD Off-Road, Trail Edition and optioned for the TRD Pro, Toyota’s KDSS (Kinetic Dynamic Suspension System) firms up the…
Official 6G 4Runner Reveal Date!
Mark Your Calendars! Toyota Drops This All New 4Runner Soon! Toyota hit us with teaser number two for their new and upcoming 4Runner along with the announcement of the official…
VLEDS V6 Extreme Amber Turn Signal Bulb Review
High Quality, Brightest LED Upgrade With Hyperflash Fix For 5th Gen 4Runner Today, I’ll cover a comprehensive installation and review of the VLEDS V6 Extreme Amber LED Turn Signal Kit…