BamBeds Leveling Platform For 6th Gen 4Runner – Review
Low Profile, Tailored-Fit, Rapidly Removable Cargo Platform The new 4Runner brings plenty of new features, but one thing Toyota didn’t fix is the uneven cargo area when the rear seats…
Reviews
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Revolution Gear & Axle 4.88 Gears For 5th Gen 4Runner – Review
Why An Upgrade To 4.88 Gears Is Important For The Avid Overlander When it comes to off-roading in a 5th Gen Toyota 4Runner, one of the most impactful upgrades—beyond tires…
Eaton Front E-Locker For 5th Gen 4Runner – Review
Why Every Serious Off-Roader Should Consider Adding One The 5th Gen Toyota 4Runner is a solid off-road platform, and if you’re lucky enough to have a Trail, TRD Off-Road, or…
RAM Mounts Headrest Ball Base – Install & Review
Easily Mount Mobile Devices To Your Headrests As a parent, traveling long distances with kids can be challenging. After some trial and error (like purchasing cheap mounts online), RAM Mounts…
Nitrocharger Plus: Why It’s The Ideal Lift Kit For The Everyday 4Runner Adventurer
Built Just Right — Not Too Much, Not Too Little Some of you know me from previous articles. And while I may have taken the long way around in building…
MORRFlate Ultimate 4×4 Tire Plug Kit – Review
Compact MOLLE Pouch Tire Repair Kit That Works Most of you guys are familiar with MORRFlate for their hose kits and compressors. However, they also make accessories designed for tire…
Lock Off-Road Invader Forged Beadlock Wheels – Review
The Latest Forged Beadlock To Hit The Market For Toyotas If you’re looking at forged beadlocks, you’re probably aware of the options out there on the market. There aren’t that…
Slee Off-Road Compressor & Multi Mount Bracket For 6th Gen 4Runner – Install & Review
Mounting New ARB Brushless Compressor In Engine Bay This marks a pretty big milestone for Trail4Runner.com, our first official 6th Gen 4Runner installation guide and review. I can’t believe it’s…
Falken R/T01 Vs. Toyo RT Trail – Comparison Review
New RT Tire Faceoff – Why The Winner Isn’t So Clear Since Toyo released its original Open Country Rough Rerrain (RT) tire, this hybrid segment has exploded in popularity. Bridging…
WaterPORT Overlander Tank – Install & Review
Easily Carry Up To 5 Gallons Of Portable, Pressurized Water I recently purchased the all-new WaterPORT Overlander 5-gallon tank. I have been running WaterPORT tanks for years. They offer a…
Wheels & Feels Storage & Camping System For 5th Gen 4Runner – Install & Review
Fully Customizable & Modular Storage System With DIY Assembly Using 3D scanning techniques in Houston, Texas, Wheels & Feels’ (W&F) Advanced Storage & Camping System for the 4Runner is a…
Dissent Off-Road Rear Bumper Long Term Review
Tested & Proven: Uncompromising Strength And Versatility We all know that aftermarket rear bumpers are a staple of the off-road and/or overland industries. They are valuable additions to any rig…
C4 Rock Runner Front Bumper Review For 5th Gen 4Runner
Ultra High Clearance & Super Lightweight Armor The long-awaited Rock Runner bumper is finally here for the 5G 4Runner. This front bumper was launched last year on the 3rd Gen…
35×12.5″ Vs. 35×11.5″ Tires – Pros & Cons
Are “Skinny 35s” The Sweet Spot For Daily Drivers? Whether you’ve dabbled in building your off-road rig or are a seasoned veteran, you’ve likely heard that “35s” are the gold…
Custom PRP Seat Covers – Material Options & Stitching Explained
Nearly Endless Customization – Seat Stitching, Colors & Materials Explained When it comes to protecting your factory seats, PRP is hands-down the biggest player in the game. These aren’t just…
Cali Raised Roof Rack Grab Handles – Review
How To Make Accessing Your Rack More Convenient & Comfortable Whether you’re securing gear, setting up a rooftop tent, or simply reaching cargo on your roof rack, a sturdy grab…
Bison Gear Rear Cargo Storage System For 5th Gen 4Runner – Install & Review
Complete Setup That Expands Your Storage & Organization There are only so many ways to stack boxes, bins, and oddly shaped equipment in the already restricted cargo area of your…
Rear Bump Steer – What It Is & How To Fix It
An Often Neglected Aspect Of Lifting Your 4Runner If you buy a 4Runner with the intention of modifying it, a suspension lift is usually one of the first items on…
Dirt King 4130 UCAs For 5th Gen 4Runner – Install & Review
The Perfect Control Arms For Your Mid-Travel Suspension You can’t take full advantage of the additional travel with upgraded suspension without aftermarket upper control arms (UCAs). Dirt King has been…
Ironman 4×4 Heavy Duty Side Steps For 5th Gen 4Runner – First Impressions
Enhanced Access, Rocker-Panel Protection & Rugged Style If you own a lifted 4Runner, you know firsthand how the vehicle’s increased ride height can complicate daily use and off-road adventures alike….
Aspire G1 Stealth LED Tail Lights For 5th Gen 4Runner – Install & Review
Affordable Smoked Taillights, Sequential Turn Signal & Startup Sequence When researching new taillights for our OG 4Runner, we came across several options. However, many are expensive. But there is a…
Ball Joint Vs. Uniball UCAs – Which Is Right For You?
Determining Which Control Arm Type Best Suits Your Needs When upgrading the front suspension of your 4Runner, especially after a lift or for enhanced off-road performance, replacing the Upper Control…
Cali Raised Exterior Window MOLLE Panel – Review
Keep Your Off-Road Gear & Accessories Easily Accessible Overlanding and off-road enthusiasts know organization and accessibility are crucial when gearing up for adventure. Cali Raised’s Exterior Window MOLLE Panel offers…
Prinsu Original Vs. Prinsu Pro – Roof Rack Comparison
Which Prinsu Rack is Right For You – Orginal or Pro? Prinsu was the first to introduce the CNC laser-cut roof rack, revolutionizing the rack manufacturing industry. I remember when…
Apex Chassis Tie Rod Kit For 5th Gen 4Runner – Review
Why Upgraded Tie Rods Are A Worthy Investment Upgrading essential steering components can make all the difference in off-roading and pushing your 4Runner to its limits. Although this is often…
Lock Off-Road Combat Wheels – Review
Wheels That Meet At The Intersection Of Off-Road And Car Cultures As the Toyota community grows, the two worlds of trucks and cars continue to meld together. With a rich…
Falken Wildpeak A/T4W Tires – First Thoughts After 500 Miles
Testing Falken’s Latest & Greatest All Terrain Tire As an off-road enthusiast, finding the right set of all-terrain tires is a never-ending quest. The Falken Wildpeak A/T4W tires promise to…
Prinsu Camp Lights – Review
Roof Rack Scene Lights Mounted on Prinsu Ridgeline Handles Scene lights are among my favorite light mods to wire onto a 4Runner and are often the most functional. They’re incredibly…
Freedom Off-Road Upper Control Arms – Install & Review
Affordable UCAs With OEM-Like Bushings & Ball Joints Upgrading your 4Runner’s suspension can positively impact your driving experience, whether conquering rough backcountry paths or daily commuting. However, a critical component…
CBI Covert Front Bumper Review For 5th Gen
Everything You Need in a Low-Profile Winch Bumper I bought another 4Runner. This time, I bought a 2024 Underground TRD OR non-Premium. We already have a pretty modded 2023 4Runner…
Daily Driving A 4Runner With Long Travel Suspension
What To Know Before Adding LT To Your Build – Featuring Dirt King Long Travel. That’s a whirlwind of emotions and opinions all within two words. When it’s all said…
Ultimate9 EVC Throttle Controller – Install & Review
Can This Mod Really Improve Your Driving Experience & MPG? Throttle controllers’ popularity for the 5th Gen 4Runner has grown exponentially. With its sluggish start and gear hunting, 4Runner owners…
Auxbeam XP-Ultra Series LED Pods – Install & Review
An Affordable Ditch Light Option For Your 4Runner If you’re an avid overlander or off-roader or enjoy traveling down fire roads at night, you’ve probably considered adding ditch lights to…
Falken Wildpeak R/T01 Tires – Intial Impressions
First Thoughts On Falken’s New R/T After 500 Miles The age-old struggle between the more daily driver-friendly all-terrain (A/T) and uncompromising off-road mud-terrain (M/T) tire plagues everyone in the off-road…
Lock Off-Road Onyx Wheels – Review
Tuner-Inspired Design For Off-Road Applications There’s no shortage of off-road wheel options for our Toyota trucks. And, with this hobby becoming increasingly popular, we’re starting to see a lot of…