Toyota 4Runner Vs. Nissan Xterra
JAPANESE BODY ON FRAME SUVs COMPARED HEAD TO HEAD We are fortunate enough to own both a 2010 Nissan Xterra Off Road (primarily my wife’s rig) and a 2018 Toyota…
Reviews
We go pretty deep on the product reviews here. Whether you are looking for 4Runner headlight reviews or rock sliders reviews, odds are that we have covered the brand you are looking for. Our goal at Trail4R is to provide the ultimate resource in product overviews for the 4Runner community. Our reviews go beyond the average “notable mention” in a forum. Most of our contributors provide high-quality photos to give you a better idea of what to expect from that product.
Paddle Board & Kayak Roof Rack Carriers
Paddle Board Rack or Kayak Rack for Toyota 4Runner – What to Consider Before Buying Canoe, Paddle Board & Kayak Carriers for the 5th Gen 4Runner and a general overview…
KC HiLites Under Hood Lights 5th Gen 4Runner
KC HiLites Cyclone Under Hood LEDs – Step by Step Install KC HiLiTES is a widely-trusted and highly depended upon brand when it comes to off-road lighting. KC HiLiTES offers a wide…
Swagman XC Cross-Country Hitch Mount Rack
Bike Rack Mount 5th Gen 4Runner (2-Bike Hitch Mount) Bike Rack for 5th Gen 4Runner – Swagman XC Cross-Country Rack (Made for both 1/1/4 and 2-Inch Receivers One of the…
Hitch Pin Recovery Point for Under $10
Using Hitch Pins as a Recovery Point – Recovery Points on a budget. Buy a Recovery Hitch Reciever or a Hitch pin? The other day, Max from Explore4R.com and I…
Yakima Racks: Load Warrior Review 4Runner
Yakima Racks Load Warrior Roof Rack Review on the 5th Gen 4Runner A few days before a big camping trip to the Outer Banks (North Carolina) I started to pack…
RSG ROCK SLIDER INSTALL 5th Gen 4Runner
RSG Bulletproof Bolt-on Rock Sliders on TRD Off-Road 4Runner There are a lot of rock slider options out there. I went with RSG Metal Works out of Colorado. True confession,…
Diode Dynamics SL1 Install and Overview
Diode Dynamics SL1 (H11) Install on 5th Gen 4Runner Review, Overview, and Installation – Diode Dynamics SL1 LED H11 bulb There are many different upgrades you can do to a…
Ellis Precision Battery Clamp
Ellis Precision Billet Battery Clamp 5th Gen 4Runner Aftermarket Aluminum Battery Clamp for the 5th Gen Toyota 4Runner A simple, yet eye-catching upgrade for the 5th Gen, is an aftermarket battery…
WeatherTech All-Weather Floor Mats
WeatherTech All-Weather Floor Mats – 5th Gen 4Runner Floor Mats and Liners – What is the difference? Overview and Review on the Quality/Design of the WeatherTech All-Weather Floor Mats If…
Pro Eagle Off-Road Jack Review
Pro Eagle Jack Review (3-ton & 2-ton Options) The jack pictured is the 3Â ton “Kratos” Pro Eagle Floor Jack Review – The Best Off-Road and Shop Floor Jack? When…
4Runner Recovery Gear Setup Example – Off-Road & Overland Recovery Gear Essentials
Snatch Straps, Winch Rigging Accessories, Hi-lift Jack Accessories, Recovery Boards, Shackles, and other Commonly Used Recovery Gear Recovery Gear is off-road insurance as far as I’m concerned. You don’t need…
Swellrunner Overland – 2016 Toyota 4Runner Build Overview
SWELL RUNNER BUILD PAGE – 2016 4RUNNER TRAIL FOLLOW SWELL RUNNER Instagram: Swell Runner Overland YouTube: Swell Runner Overland JASON’S OVERLAND BUILD 2016 4Runner Trail (not the fancy premium) | OME 3″…
TRD Pro 4Runner Vs. TRD Off-Road Premium 4Runner
4Runner TRD Pro or 4Runner TRD Off-Road Premium Differences We had a question come in about the TRD Pro and the TRD off road premium. There are a few key differences…
2wd or 4wd 4Runner – What to buy??
2 wheel drive vs. 4 wheel drive on the 5th Gen 4Runner – Which is the 4Runner for your needs? We had a question come in about 2 wheel drive vs….
5th Gen 4Runner Battery Basics & Upgrade Options
Battery Basics Overview & Upgrade Options To Consider While most batteries have a lifespan of about 5 years, we are getting close for an upgrade on our 2014 4Runner. If…
5th Gen 4Runner TRD Key Fob Case (AJT Design)
Injection Molded Key Fob Case (TRD Key Fob) – Made by AJT Design For The 5th Gen Toyota 4Runner Wow. I was really thinking of another way to start this…
Off-Road Recovery Straps & Tow Straps
ARB Recovery Snatch Strap Vs. Generic Grip Straps Vs. Rhino Off-Road Recovery Straps. Tow Straps Vs. Recovery Straps and off-road recovery strap explained Recovery straps are an essential item in…
Factor 55 Hitchlink 2.0 Overview
Factor 55 Hitchlink (Hitch Receiver) 2.0 Review Factor 55 Hitchlink 2.0 Review, Overview, How it Works, General Tips and Tricks – A solid option for a 5th Gen 4Runner Hitch Receiver…
Dometic CFX50 Fridge (5th Gen 4Runner) Review
Dometic CFX50 Fridge Review, Overview and General Process on Mounting So you want to install a fridge? I’m sure many of you guys have seen others running ARB and SnoMaster…
5th Gen 4Runner Off-Road Features Explained
The Complete Guide on how to use your 4Runner’s Off-Road, Crawl Control, Multi-terrain Select, Active Trac (A-TRAC) and E-Locker System There are many different four-wheel-drive systems on the market today. Each…
BF Goodrich Ko2 A/T Tires (285/70R17) 4Runner BFG Ko2s
5th Gen 4Runner BF Goodrich Ko2 A/T Tires (285/70R17) Complete Review and Overview This is a review of the BF Goodrich Ko2 A/T Tires. Prior to installing these, I was…
5th Gen 4Runner Antenna and Mount
Antenna and Mount – Communication Set-Up Options 5th Gen 4Runner Ham Radio, Two-Way Radio, Antenna and Mount Set-Up Options If you are looking for the nitty gritty on HAM Radio,…
4Runner iPhone/ Droid Ram Mount Solution
iPhone/ Droid Mount – Ram Mount Solution for 5th Gen Toyota 4Runner If you are looking for a solid iPhone/ Droid Ram Mount solution, we think we found one. This…
ProComp 7069 with DuraTracs
ProComp 7069 with Goodyear Wrangler DuraTracs 2018 Toyota 4Runner Off-Road ProComp Wheels and DuraTrac Tires (Full Review) This is one of many wheel/tire options when it comes to aftermarket option on…
Best Automotive Plastic Pry Tools
Best Automotive Plastic Pry Tools for Mods Best Automotive Plastic Pry Tools for Mods, Hands down the best Auto Removal tools for Car and Trucks Mods These plastic pry tools…
HID Headlights 5th Gen 4Runner
HID (High-intensity) Headlights 5th Gen 4Runner HID Headlights or LED Headlights on 5th Gen 4Runner – Thought Process behind HID Headlights or LED Headlights We have had some serious coverage…
4Runner Amber Marker Lights Review
5th Gen 4Runner Amber Marker Lights Review 5th Gen Toyota 4Runner Amber Marker Lights Overview and Full Review Article Submitted by Cameron W. These amber marker lights are an exceptional…
4Runner N-Fab Nerf Bars Review
Overview & review of the 4Runner N-Fab Nerf Bars – Why I bought the N-Fab Nerf Bars Article Submitted by Cameron W. These N-Fab Nerf Bars are incredible and exactly…
4Runner Black Emblems Vs. Plasti-dip – What’s Better?
5th Gen 4Runner Blackout Emblem Kit or Spraying your car with Plasti-dip? Press on black emblems are the way to go, I was in a rather big debate if I…
4Runner Generation History – Year Differences
All Generations (1st – 5th Gen) of Toyota 4Runner Explained “What 4Runner should I Buy?” A question commonly asked in the Off-Roading 4Runner world or for 4Runners in general. If…
Icon Stage 2 Vs. Stock 5th Gen 4Runner Suspension
Ride Quality on the Icon Stage 2 Vs. Stock Suspension We received a question from a 4Runner owner with KDSS asking about the difference between the Icon Stage 2 suspension…
TREDS V1 Off-Road Recovery Boards Overview
TREDS Version 1 Off-Road Recovery Boards There’s an ongoing debate about whether TREDS or MAXTRAX are better. In reality, MAXTRAX is widely considered the top choice—just watch a few comparison…
Icon Stage 2 Suspension Lift – 5th Gen 4Runner
Icon Vehicle Dynamics – Stage 2 Suspension Lift Kit Icon Vehicle Dynamics is a high-end suspension system, comparable to KING and Radflo, offering a true lift with exceptional off-road functionality….
5th Gen 4Runner Rear Differential Breather Kit Install & Review
5th Gen 4Runner Rear Diff Breather Benefits, Install, and Review A differential breather kit prevents water from entering your drivetrain during water crossings. It connects the rear axle, differentials, transmission,…