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.
Featuring An Available 270 Degree Lighting Kit & Adjustable Light Bar Deflector It goes without saying a roof rack is a valuable and versatile accessory for many 4×4 vehicles. It’s…
Installation Guide and How-To: Solving Sway Bar Noise Issues On 5th Gen 4Runner With The ARB OME BP-51 Brace Mount Shortly after adding a Toytec Boss Aluma Series lift on…
Make Your Rig Stand Out With A Blacked-Out Hood Scoop Insert For The 5th Gen 4Runner – An Installation Guide Have you ever been face-to-face with your 4Runner, locked in…
The T10 v3 by Car Trim Home: A Massive 12.5″ Touchscreen & Modern Head Unit Upgrade – Installation, Review & Comparison To The Dasaita Vivid11 It’s really hard to put…
Fumoto Oil Drain Valve – The Fastest, Easiest, And Cleanest Oil Change You’ll Ever Do: Install & Long-Term Review Have you ever wondered if there is an easier, faster, and…
Sway Bar Bushing Replacement – The Source Of Squeaking That No Shop Could Find Tracking down noises in your 4Runner can be a process. From professionals to complete newbies, finding…
Introducing the New Footwell Light Kit from VLEDS: Luxury Style Interior Lighting For The 5th Gen 4Runner – Complete Review & Installation In the world of vehicle modifications, your options…
Bolt-On Trackbar Correction Kit (BOTCK) For 5th Gen 4Runner – An Essential Modification For Lifted Trucks In my opinion, lifting your 4Runner for more ground clearance or to correct the…
DIY Viper (High Clearance) Cut: Full Overview & Step-by-Step Guide With SSO Washer Bottle Reservoir Cover Install “To cut or not to cut?” “To chop or not to chop?” These…
67 Designs Toyota 4RunnerRail Packs – Could This Be The Most Adaptable & Low-Profile Dash Mounting Setup For The 5th Gen 4Runner? In my last post, I covered the ProClip…
C4 Hawse License Plate Mount – Easily Mount Your Front License Plate On An Aftermarket Bumper One of the best purchases I made last year to improve the 4Runner’s self-recovery…
Overland Custom Design Sway Bar End Links For 5th Gen 4Runner – An Overlooked But Important Component If You Have A Lifted Rig Have you ever heard that a boat…
Budget Weather Proof Engine Bay Lighting For The 5th Gen 4Runner – A Better Value Compared To Other Options? There are a couple of good options when it comes to…
The KTJO 4×4 Driver Side Grab Handle – Installation & Review for The 5th Gen 4Runner Maybe it’s just me, but Toyota seems to have a very odd approach when…
Add Storage & Organization With The All New, Low-Profile Cali Raised LED Center Console MOLLE Panels For The 5th Gen Toyota 4Runner – Detailed Install & Review It’s no secret…
Ark Engine Splash Guards: Better Protect Your Engine Against Debris On Daily Commutes & Weekend Adventures If you have owned your 4Runner for more than a couple of years, you’ve…
Car Stereo Upgrade For The 5th Gen Toyota 4Runner – Head Unit With Massive Display + OEM Look: Complete Install & Review As any 5th Gen 4Runner owner knows, it…
Here are The 25 Best Mods, Accessories, and Upgrades Under $100 For The 5th Gen 4Runner In 2022 Congratulations! You are now the proud new owner of a 5th Gen…
Mud Flap Delete Kit For The 5th Gen 4Runner: Eliminate A Major Catch Point On Steep Departure Angles After a very long year of not having my 2010 5th Gen…
The Dissent Off-Road Modular Low Profile Bumper Winch Bumper – A New Option For The 5th Gen 4Runner With An Industrial Look From the start, my 4Runner has been a…
How To Wash and Re-Oil The Pro5R Filter For The aFe Power Momentum Cold Air Intake On The 5th Gen 4Runner Oil and air filter maintenance seemed to go hand…
The Prinsu Rear Hatch Ladder For 5th Gen 4Runner – Pushing the Boundaries Of What Can be Modular Prinsu finally joins the rear hatch ladder game for the 5th Gen…
Tips for Adjusting Dobinsons Suspension Components For The 5th Gen 4Runner: Rear Upper & Lower Control Arms, Rear Sway Bar End Links, and Panhard Bar As we all continue to…
The C4 TSS Relocation Bracket For 5th Gen (2020+) 4Runner – A Critical Modification To Retain TSS Functionality With A Full Aftermarket Bumper I’ve wanted to modify the front end…
Introducing The YotaMafia Steel Skid Plate: No-Nonsense Engine Protection At An Incredible Price Point For The 5th Gen 4Runner There are many different types of front skid plates on the…
Energy Suspension 8.9104G & 8.9104R Bump Stops for the 5th Gen 4Runner – Trail Tested Review and Full Install Overview Bump stops often seem to be an overlooked suspension component…
Keeping Your Phone Secure And Accessible – Ram Mount Quick-Grip Phone Mount Install & Review on the 5th Gen 4Runner I’ll be honest… phone mounts? I have never been a…
CanvasBack Offers a High-Quality Custom-Fit Cargo Liner & Bumper Flap Great for Precise Coverage for the Toyota 4Runner One of the most common accessories that a new 4Runner will buy…
Introducing The MEGA-LiFe Battery: An Ultra Light-Weight Lithium-Ion Battery – Product Overview, Impressions & Trail Review As a self-proclaimed “overlander”, I am always looking for ways to improve my rig…
MOLLE Panel Mounting Hardware & Fasteners Made for Steel Panels: Backing Plates, Bolts, and Nuts That Make Mounting Gear Easy There are several options in the way of MOLLE panels…
