TrailMade Shift Knobs For 5th Gen 4Runner – Install & Review
Billet Aluminum Shift Knob Upgrade – Made In The USA! The details matter for those who love to customize and enhance our vehicles. While the 5th Gen 4Runner is already…
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When it comes to an aftermarket install, it helps to be prepared. Anything can happen when you pop off an OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) part. In our aftermarket install section, we give you a heads up on what you can expect before you begin working on the project. There are many things to consider when replacing OEM parts on your 4Runner. We do our best to document every step and more of the install process to give you a good idea of what it takes and how to prevent common challenges along the way.
Apex Chassis Tie Rod Kit Install – 5th Gen 4Runner
Heavy Duty Inner & Outer Rod Steering Upgrade To Support Larger Tires The Tacoma and 4Runner platforms have never seen a factory-length tie rod with ball joints that is larger…
Bison Gear Rear Hatch MOLLE Panel For 5th Gen 4Runner – Install & Review
Expand Your Cargo Organization With This Simple Mod In the off-road and overland world, we love our gear. Eventually, we accumulate quite a bit and it becomes impossible to keep…
R4T High Clearance Exhaust For 5th Gen 4Runner – Install & Review
A More Aggressive Sound & Better Clearance For The Trails When it comes to aftermarket exhaust options for the 5th Gen 4Runners, there are a plethora of options. If you…
Cali Raised LED Fog Light Replacements – Install & Review
Are These The Best Bang For Your Buck Fog Light Upgrade? Whether you are a new 4Runner owner or simply looking to update your rig’s lighting, most people agree that…
Ultimate9 evcX Throttle Controller For 5th Gen 4Runner – Install & Review
An Easy To Use, Plug & Play Module That’s Loaded With Features As a 4Runner owner, it’s unlikely you bought it expecting to take pink slips as a sleeper ride….
LabOps Gear Lower Dash Mount For 5th Gen 4Runner – Review
No Drill Accessory Mount Designed & Injection Molded In Texas LabOps Gear, known for creating useful injection-molded accessories for the 5th Gen 4Runner like their upper dash mount, has something…
WeatherTech SunShade Kit For 5th Gen 4Runner – Install & Review
Custom-Fit Sun Blocking Kit For Your Camping Adventures Windshield sun shades are nothing new – they have been around for years and serve as critical shade or privacy. They also…
New VLEDS Monochrome Series Headlight & Fog Light Bulbs – Review
The Latest & Greatest In LED Bulb Upgrades From VLEDS Anyone who has driven an early 5th Gen at night understands why its headlights are one of owners’ biggest complaints….
Tweeter Adapter Spacer Bracket For 5th Gen 4Runner
Upgrading The 4Runner’s 1″ OEM Tweeters To 3.5″ Coxial Speakers The factory non-JBL 4Runner sound system leaves much to be desired in audio performance. In this article, we’ll cover how…
All-Pro Off-Road 5th Gen 4Runner Low Profile Front Bumper – Install & Review
Slim Winch Bumper Option For The 4Runner Why did I pick All-Pro Off-Road? Let me share the story of a company that has been a pioneer in aftermarket components since…
ARB OME Nitrocharger Plus Lift Kit For 5th Gen 4Runner – Install & Review
OME’s Budget Friendly Nitrochargers Get A Fresh New Look & Several Updates! All it takes is a quick Google search to see that Nitrochargers are a go-to for owners looking…
Sherpa Roof Rack Window Panel – Install & Review
Accessory Mounting Panels For Your 5th Gen Rack To Easily Attach Your Gear! When it comes to camping and overlanding, gear organization is crucial. Sherpa Equipment Co.’s exterior side accessory…
DIY Trunk Lighting For 5th Gen 4Runner
Simple & Affordable Solution To Light Up Your Cargo Area Have you ever wanted more lighting in your trunk area? I’m sure I’m not the only one who often finds…
Roadshock Edge Off-Road Lights From Harbor Freight – Review
Budget Lighting Doesn’t Mean You Have To Sacrifice Performance Harbor Freight has been making waves in the off-road market in recent years. Most notably, their Badlands Apex Winches and Off-Road…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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,…
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…
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…
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…