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.
Fukin Tuned (FT27): Improve Throttle Response, Decrease Throttle Lag & More! It is likely that you have heard of “throttle response controllers”. These units are often sought out by drivers…
How To Drain & Fill Transmission Fluid For The 5th Gen 4Runner and How It Differs From A Flush – A Step-By-Step Guide If you’re like me and enjoy doing…
8 Different 5th Gen 4Runner SR5 Premium Builds & Their Owners’ Top 5 Mods This Week’s Topic: SR5 Premium Builds Welcome back to another Feature Friday! Last week, we took…
Premium Coilover/Shock Setups With Height Adjustment + Fine Tuning For Damping This Week’s Topic: Adjustable Suspension Setups Welcome back to another Feature Friday! Last week, we took a look at…
KTJO 4×4 Power Folding Mirrors: Convenience & Luxury – Install & Review Have you ever been up against a dirt or rock wall and had to pull your mirrors in?…
The Dissent Off-Road 4Runner High Line Wing Kit – Install & Review Previously, I installed Dissent Off-Road’s Low Profile Modular Winch Bumper so I could add a winch and lightbar…
13 Different Low Profile (Lo Pro) Front Bumper Setups: Owners Share Their Builds This Week’s Topic: Low Profile Front Bumpers Welcome back to another Feature Friday! Last week, we got…
The Canvasback Center Console Cover: Protect Your Vehicle From Wear & Tear If you have a dog, chances are they’ve stepped on your center console before, either while getting into…
GZila Designs Rain-Fly Pole Holder For GFC Campers & Rooftop Tents: Installation & Review Not all rooftop tents are created equal. To stand out in a saturated market, creativity is…
Canvasback Rear/Back Seat Floor Liner For The 5th Gen 4Runner: Protection From Kids & Pets – Install, Review & Overview If you have kids or pets, one of the first…
All New PRP Customizable Front & Rear Seat Covers + Console Covers For 5th Gen (2011+) 4Runner – Install, Review & Overview You know how dirty the seats in your…
11 Unique 5th Gen 4Runner TRD Off-Road Premium Builds & Their Owner’s Top 5 Mods – Build Inspiration For 2023 This Week’s Topic: TRD Off-Road Premium Builds Welcome back to…
Upgrade Your Gas Tank Protection With The Cali Raised LED Gas Tank Skid For The 5th Gen 4Runner – Install & Overview A gas tank skid and what it protects…
DIY Onboard Air & Quadflation Kit For The 5th Gen 4Runner: Full Assembly & Installation Guide If you’ve been off-road, “overlanding” or even scrolled through your favorite truck camping social…
5 Seibon Carbon Fiber Hood Setups For 5th Gen 4Runner: Owners Discuss Benefits & Why They Chose To Add One To Their Builds This Week’s Topic: Carbon Fiber Hoods Welcome…
CarTrimHome Blacked Out Badging TRD Off-Road Overlay Kit For The 5th Gen 4Runner – Installation Overview & Initial Thoughts The biggest question is, do you really need this blacked-out badging…
RA Motorsports Element Aluminum Front Engine Skid Plate For The 5th Gen (2010+) 4Runner With Optional Front Filler Plate: Install, Review & Overview Engine protection is very important whether your…
8 Air Compressor & Accessory Setups For 5th Gen Toyota 4Runner – Mods That Make Airing Up & Down On The Trail Easy This Week’s Topic: Air Compressor Setups Welcome…
The Cali Raised LED Catalytic Converter Shields Universal Protection For The 5th Gen (2014-2023) 4Runner: Install & Review With the unfortunate spike in catalytic converter theft in recent years, it’s…
SSI SumoSprings Bump Stops For 5th Gen 4Runner: Black Vs. Blue Options – How To Choose The Setup That Is Best For Your Build When it comes to bump stops,…
Factory Looking Switch for the 4Runner – Cubby Mounted S-Tech 12-Circuit Dual Push Switch System Installation Guide and Review If you’re looking for a large number of switches in your…
5 Unique Lime Rush 5th Gen 4Runner Off-Road & Overland Setups & Their Owners’ Top 5 Mods – Build Inspiration For 2023 This Week’s Topic: Lime Rush 4Runners We’re back…
GOBI USA Stealth Roof Rack (No-Riser) + Rear Hatch Ladder – Complete Step-By-Step Installation Guide For 5th Gen Toyota 4Runner For as long as I’ve been into 4Runners, Toyotas, and…
Inspired Overland Makes a Big Push into the RTT Market We recently wrote a post on the sub-100lb class rooftop tents, which covered lightweight tents in general. In that post, we…
We Asked Nine 4Runner Owners What Their Must-Have Off-Road Recovery Gear Is For A Successful Adventure – Here’s What They Said! This Week’s Topic: Off-Road Recovery Gear Hey guys, welcome…
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J&L OSC (Oil Separator Co.) Catch Can – Install & Review – Long Term Results After 5,000+ Mile Round-Trip From Pennsylvania To Utah! Back in November of 2022, my wife…
We Asked 10 Owners Why They Added Amber Off-Road Lighting To Their 5th Gen 4Runners – Here’s What They Said! This Week’s Topic: Amber Off-Road Lighting Hey guys, welcome back…
Canvasback Rear Hatch Cover For 5th Gen Toyota 4Runner: Protect Your Truck From Daily Wear & Tear – Install, Review & Overview 5th 4Runner owners love how much utility the…
Tight Lines 2 x 2 Magnetic Fishing Rod/Pole Transport System – Review & Roof Rack Modification For The 5th Gen 4Runner Fishing rods are an investment for any angler. The…
