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…
Trail Tested
Trail Tested means the product or accessory has literally been put to the test on the trail. This was a category brought by ours truly; Max from Explore4R.com. All products and posts in Trail Tested have typically been put through their paces while exploring or off-road somewhere. This is a great category because it gives you an idea of which products you can expect to perform when it matters most to you.
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…
APL55 vs APL35: Best ICECO Fridge For The 4Runner?
APL55 vs APL35: Best Size Fridge For The 4Runner? Finding the right 12V fridge for your 4Runner can make or break your setup. If you’ve narrowed it down to the…
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…
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….
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…
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…
Dirt King Group Buy – 25% OFF For 30 Days
Save Almost $1400! – Dirt King MT PreRunner Kit Group Buy *THIS GROUP BUY IS NOW CLOSED* The biggest group buy of the year is here. Dirt King and TrailCo…
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…
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…
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…
Bump Stop History: Are 3D-Printed Parts The Future?
Perry Parts Innovation – From Rudimentary Rubber to Fused Pellet Fabrication Anyone who has spent enough time off-roading in an older vehicle has experienced the jarring sensation of bottoming out…
OEM Vs. Aftermarket – Dirt King Performance Lower Control Arms Review
Upgrading OEM LCAs On 5th Gen 4Runner If you’ve owned a 4Runner or Tacoma long enough, you’ve probably experienced worn-out lower control arm bushings. It’s one of those maintenance issues…
Built Right Fab Adjustable Rear Links Review
Adjustable Rear Chromoly Links For The 5th Gen 4Runner The stock rear links on the 5th Gen are prone to bushing failure, axle instability, limited articulation, and bending under extreme…
Yakima RoadShower – Long Term Review
An Easy-To-Mount, High-Pressure Water Tank With Endless Potential The Yakima RoadShower may not be the coolest-looking piece of gear you can mount on your rig, but it might be the…
Dirt King 2.0 IFP Shocks – Overview & Initial Impressions
A Fantastic Mid-Travel Suspension Upgrade For Your 4Runner Dirt King has officially entered the mid-travel suspension market with its new 2.0 Internal Floating Piston (IFP) suspension kit. This is a…
MORRFlate TenSix PSI Pro – Review
What Makes This Portable 12V Air Compressor So Good? A reliable air compressor is an essential piece of equipment for off-roading and can make a significant difference in your experience….
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…