Do Off-Road Mods Void Vehicle Warranty?
What To Know About Modifications Before You Buy Welcome to the world of off-road adventures! Before you dive into the mud and rocks with your new truck, there are some…
5th Gen Mods
In the 5th Gen 4Runner Mods section, we talk about everything 5th Gen. Everything from small additions to large and custom aftermarket DIY installs. Some of the most common items you will find in the mod section are performance topics, armor and increasing strength off-road, lighting and wiring, roof racks, sliders, along with a wide variety of other miscellaneous items. If you have any questions, please let us know. If you have any comments, please feel free to comment on any post.
Best Snorkels For 5th Gen 4Runner
After Years Of Testing, We Chose Top Brands Like ARB Safari, Dobinsons & More Snorkels can be invaluable. This tool not only allows vehicles to cross deep water but also…
OE Panels OEM-Style Switch Panel Mount Review
Mount Your Auxbeam, Switch-Pro, or SPOD Switch with This Factory Replacement Bezel OE Panels heard the calls and answered with this first-to-market OEM-style panel replacement. Their current applications include the…
Prinsu Rack Side Rail – Install & Review
Free Up Space & Add Room To Mount Accessories We’re back with another post for the Prinsu rack accessories! Today, I am covering the Prinsu Rack Side Rail. Think of…
Finn Fab Cargo MOLLE Panels & Shelf Review
Dial Your Rear Cargo Storage System To Meet Your Needs In the quest to optimize the cargo capacity and organization of my 4Runner, MOLLE systems are the perfect solution. By…
BamBeds Mid-Height Sleeping Platform for 5th Gen 4Runner – Review
Full-Length, Mid-Height Precision-Fit Elevated Sleeping Platform & Storage Solution There have been many DIY sleeping platforms and storage platforms featured here on Trail4Runner but if you’re looking for something that…
7 ARB Accessories You Need for Your Base Rack
We Tested The Top 7 Most Common ARB Base Rack Accessories We just covered an installation and review of the ARB Base Rack after testing it for over 6 months….
Anytime Backup & Front Camera Kit Review
Add Visibility Using A Front/Rear Camera With a Selectable Switch For those tight off-road obstacles or navigating a fully built rig through the city, front and rear cameras are a…
Mox Motors ROX Light Under Hood Kit Review
Trail Tested: Affordable & Universal Under Hood Light Kit One of the most necessary items for our vehicles, off-road or city, is lighting. We often overlook a major area of…
What Is Toyota KDSS & Why Do You Want It?
How KDSS Revolutionizes Driving: A Guide To 4Runner KDSS Regarding offroading, overlanding, and tackling rugged terrain, the Toyota 4Runner has built a solid reputation for being one of the utmost…
New Cali Raised MOLLE Ladder For 5th Gen 4Runner – Install & Review
True Utilitarian Option For Mounting Any & All Accessories Overlanding is all about access – access to a new trail, access to your favorite camping spot, or even access to…
Trail Tested: ARB 3/4 Base Rack For The 5th Gen 4Runner – Install & Review
Versatile Flat Aluminum Alloy Platform For All Of Your Needs If you’ve been in the off-road scene for any amount of time, you know that ARB stands for quality. ARB…
CBI Overland Rock Sliders For 5th Gen 4Runner
Strength & Meticulously Crafting – Install, Review & Overview One of the very first mods you’ll see many off-road and overland rigs get are rock sliders. That’s for good reason,…
Shop Feature: SD Truck Shop – This San Diego Off-Road & Overland Truck Shop Does It All
SD Truck Stop Is A San Diego Off-Road Truck Shop that has it all! It’s incredibly rare for an off-road shop to offer just about every service possible for off-road…
Prinsu Rack Bottle Opener – Install & Review
Never Forget Your Bottle Opener Again with This Accessory Mount Ever reached your campsite, ready to unwind with a drink, only to realize no one remembered to pack a bottle…
Top 5 Oil Catch Cans For 5th Gen 4Runner
What They Are, How They Work & 5 Options To Consider The oil catch can, often overlooked but profoundly significant, can play a crucial role in enhancing the performance and…
R4T Cubby Storage System For MOLLE Shelves
How To Easily Add More Organization To Your MOLLE Panel Shelf Do you have a MOLLE cargo shelf in the back of your 5th Gen 4Runner? Are you wondering how…
Prinsu Universal Utility Hook – Install & Review
Secure Your Gear & Essentials With These Versatile Hooks Introducing the versatile Prinsu Utility Hooks – your quick solution for seamless securing items to your roof rack. Crafted from anodized…
Backwoods Hi-Lite Overland Front Bumper For 5th Gen 4Runner – Review
Backwoods Hybrid Aluminum & Steel Bumper With New PreRunner Bull Bar We decided to run the Backwoods Hi-Lite Overland Front Bumper with the Pre-Runner Bull Bar. Backwoods Adventure Mods is…
Wheeler’s Off-Road SuperBump Set For 5th Gen 4Runner – Install & Review
Easily Improve Ride Quality & Increase Suspension Longevity In the world of aftermarket parts, bump stops are relatively cheap, super easy to install, and a must if you are taking…
BamBeds Leveling Platform & Luno Mattress For 5th Gen 4Runner – Review
Bambeds + Luno – Easily Create A Low Profile, Level & Comfortable Sleeping Area Sleeping platforms are incredibly popular, however, there aren’t many high-quality options on the market. We’ve seen…
Alpha Equipt Carbon Fiber Snorkel For 5th Gen 4Runner – Install & Review
Alpha Equipt Carbon Fiber Snorkel (Short Version): Low-Profile Alternative to the Standard Safari Snorkel Let’s be honest, there are several great snorkel options on the market for the 5th Gen…
5 Hard-Wired Comms Setups For The 4Runner
Five 4Runner Owner’s Discuss Their Hard-Wired Comms Setups This Week’s Topic: Hard-Wired Comms Setups We’re back with a brand new feature post! When it comes to overlanding and off-roading adventures,…
N-Fab RKR Step System For 5th Gen 4Runner – Install & Review
N-Fab RKR Step System: Combination Rock Slider Alternative & Running Board Steps Step bars, sometimes referred to as “nerf bars” (or running boards) come in several different styles but are…
4×4 Colorado Nimbus Hardshell Review
A Unique And Innovative Take On The Typical Wedge-Style RTT Deciding on a rooftop tent can be difficult when so many options exist. Do you pick a soft top that…
The Cobra RAD 480i Radar Detector With Mirror Mount – Install & Review
How To Install The Cobra RAD 480i Radar Detector With Mirror Mount Despite a 0-60 mph time of 14 minutes and the body style of a shoe box, some of…
Walkaround Wednesday: Jay Fawcett’s 2020 TRD Pro 4Runner Build
Build/Rig Feature + Interview: Jay Fawcett And His Rare Army Green 4Runner Welcome to this week’s installation of Walkaround Wednesday! Today, we’ll be talking to Jay Fawcett, the proud owner…
Offroam Phone Mount For 5th Gen 4Runner
A High-Quality, Secure Mount That Can Handle The Trails Phone mounts with suction cups suck, and mounts with magnets aren’t that much better. The biggest complaint that I have about…
Top Mods To Black Out Your 5th Gen 4Runner – Buyer’s Guide
How To Black Out Your 4Runner – What Are The Best Modifications? There’s a reason that dealerships worldwide will charge extra for things like “The Blackout Package” or “Special Midnight…
JD Fabrication Lower Control Arm Pivot Kit For The 5th Gen 4Runner – Review
JD Fabrication Lower Control Arm Pivot Kit – Review If you want to clear larger tires, the JD Fabrication lower control arm pivot kit offers a killer solution. As many…