Black Vs. Blue SumoSprings Bump Stops: What’s The Difference & How To Choose
SSI SumoSprings Bump Stops For 5th Gen 4Runner: Black Vs. Blue Options – How To Choose The Setup That Is Best For Your Build When it comes to bump stops,…
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.
Feature Friday: 10 Owners’ Favorite Rooftop Tent Gear & Accessories
Gear & Accessories To Get The Most From Your RTT Experience – 10 Owners’ Favorite Products To Inspire Your Overland & Camping Build This Week’s Topic: RTT Gear/Accessories Picture this,…
Inspired Overland Light Weight Rooftop Tent – Review & Overview
Weighing 87lbs and Priced at Only $1500 – The New Inspired Overland Light Weight Rooftop Tent Makes a Big Push into the RTT Market We recently wrote a post on the…
Feature Friday: Off-Road Recovery Gear Setups For 5th Gen 4Runner
We Asked Nine 4Runner Owners What Their Must-Have Off-Road Recovery Gear Is For A Successful Adventure – Here’s What They Said! This Week’s Topic: Off-Road Recovery Gear Hey guys, welcome…
J&L OSC (Oil Separator Co.) Catch Can – 5k Mile Review For 5th Gen 4Runner
J&L OSC (Oil Separator Co.) Catch Can – Install & Review – Long Term Results After 5,000+ Mile Round-Trip From Pennsylvania To Utah! Back in November of 2022, my wife…
2022 4Runner Overland Build: 10-Month Owner Review & Impressions
10 Months Of 4Runner Ownership & Frequent Modifications: We Like About Our 2022 TRD ORP 4Runner Build I come from a background of performance cars and living in the UK….
Introducing The Martin Offroad Roof Rack For The 5th Gen 4Runner
A Detailed Review Of The Martin Offroad Roof Rack & Accessories For The 5th Gen Toyota 4Runner One of the best ways to increase your gear carrying capacity is with…
Cali Raised LED Premium Roof Rack For 5th Gen 4Runner – Install & Review
Cali Raised Premium Roof Rack For 5th Gen (2010+) 4Runner: Detailed Install Guide, Review & Overview – Featuring A 270 Degree Lighting Kit & An Adjustable Light Bar Wind Deflector…
Feature Friday: 6 Fiberglass Front Fender Setups For 5th Gen 4Runner
We Asked 6 Toyota 4Runner Owners Why They Chose To Add Fiberglass Front Fenders To Their 5th Gen – Here’s What They Said! This Week’s Topic: Fiberglass Front Fenders Hey…
Sub 100lb Clamshell Rooftop Tents – Lightweight Rooftop Tent Buyers Guide
Rooftop Tents Under 100lbs – A New Class of RTTs are Coming to Town. Here is everything you need to know We’ve all heard the phrase by now… “weight is…
DIY Viper Cut – Full Overview & Step-by-Step Guide For The 5th Gen 4Runner
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…
4Runner Undercarriage Cleaning & Corrosion Prevention – A Preventative Maintenance Guide
Undercarriage Cleaning & Protection – How Corrosion Forms & How Can You Help Prevent It From Happening Corrosion is inevitable, there is almost no avoiding it in a natural world….
The Yokohama Geolandar G003 M/T Tire: A 5k-Mile Owner’s Review & Initial Impressions
The Yokohama Geolandar G003 M/T – Initial Impressions, Review and Overview After 5,000 Miles Tires are considered one of the most important mods a 4Runner owner can do. You want…
Heretic Studio Lighting Review: A Detailed Look At Heretic Light Pods & Light Bars
Why You Need To Know About Heretic Studio Off-Road Lighting – Insane Light Output & Obsessive Attention To Detail We all know the big names in the off-road lighting industry:…
Everbrite Metal Protective Coating – DIY Application Guide & Review
Everbrite Metal Protective Coating – Powder Coated / Painted Metal’s Best Friend & The Best Way To Restore And Protect The Metals On Your Rig – DIY Guide To Application…
Feature Friday: 7 Winch Setups on the 5th Gen 4Runner
We Asked 7 5th Gen Toyota 4Runner Owners Why They Chose To Run A Winch & What They Like Most About Their Current Setup This Week’s Topic: Winch Options Welcome…
Energy Suspension Bump Stops for the 5th Gen 4Runner – Trail Review and Install Overview
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…
Feature Friday: 8 Unique Rooftop Tent (RTT) Setups For The 5th Gen 4Runner
For The Ultimate In Outdoor Camping, Checking Out These 8 Rooftop Tent Options on 5th Gen Toyota 4Runners – Car Camping Inspiration for 2022 This Week’s Topic: Roof Top Tent…
Prinsu Quick Release Awning Mounts Review: Assembly, Installation, and Trail Overview
Finally, An Awning Mount Quick Release Bracket System that works for just about any Roof Rack with Crossbars… from Prinsu Prinsu Quick Release Awning Mounts have been around for a…
Feature Friday: 6 Must See Army Green 4Runner Builds
6 TRD Pro 5th Gen 4Runner Setups & Their Owner’s Top 5 Must-Have Mods – 4Runner Off-Road & Overland Inspiration in 2022 This Week’s Topic: Army Green 4Runners Welcome back…
Dobinsons IMS Suspension with UCAs: Level Up Your Weekend Warrior
Dobinsons Internal Monotube Shocks (IMS) + Upper Control Arms (UCAs): The Perfect Setup For A Serious Weekend Warrior? The Dobinsons IMS kit is a solid mid-level suspension offering for our…
Dobinsons MRR/MRA Suspension: 5000-Mile Review for 5th Gen 4Runner
Dobinsons MRR/MRA Suspension: 5000-Mile Onroad & Offroad Review for 5th Gen 4Runner My lift kit was one of the biggest decisions for my build. Since I’m newer to the scene,…
Feature Friday: 8 Snorkel Setups For The 5th Gen Toyota 4Runner
Extend Your Factory Air Intake to Help Your Engine Breathe Clean Air & Minimize Engine Water Damage With A Snorkel This Week’s Topic: 4Runner Snorkels Hey guys, how’s it going?…
Rig Feature: Michael Devecchio aka “@mammoth4runner” 5th Gen 4Runner Build
Meet Michael Devecchio’s Fully Built Off-Road Black on Orange Spec 5th Gen Toyota 4Runner You can find Michael on Instagram: @mammoth4runner Welcome to the first of an awesome series that…
ARB Old Man Emu (OME) Lift Kits for 5th Gen Toyota 4Runner – Most Dependable Shocks?
Australian Shocks: The ARB/OME Nitrochargers & the Fully Adjustable BP-51s – Most Dependable Shocks Available? There are a few, call them household names, in the world of off-road and overland….
Top 14 Rooftop Tents (RTTs) for the Toyota 4Runner – Full Buyer’s Guide (Updated 2023)
The Beginner’s Guide Understanding Rooftop Tent Brands, Manufactures, Material, Weight, Features & More – Buyers Guide by Spirit of 1876 Before we jump in, I want to introduce myself. Hi,…
Feature Friday: 10 Must-See 5th Gen 4Runner Long Travel Suspension Setups
Looking for a Wide Stance & Tons of Suspension Travel? Check Out These 10 Unique 5th Gen Toyota 4Runner Long Travel Off-Road & Overland Builds This Week’s Topic: Long Travel…
Feature Friday: 11 Midnight Black Metallic 4Runner Off-Road & Overland Builds
11 Midnight Black Metallic Toyota 4Runner Setups to Inspire Your Build in 2022 – Mods List & More! This Week’s Topic: Midnight Black 4Runners Welcome back to another Feature Friday!…
Deadman Off-Road Earth Anchor Review for 5th Gen Toyota 4 Runner
Deadman Off-Road Earth Anchor: Complete Review on a Snow Recovery Attempt in a 5th Gen Toyota 4Runner Venturing into the unknown isn’t something to take lightly. Whether it’s venturing solo…
Cooper Discoverer Rugged Trek – First Look and Initial Impressions
Cooper Discoverer Rugged Trek (285/70/17) – On-Road & Off-Road Initial Impressions on the 5th Gen 4runner A relatively newer tire from Cooper (released in early 2021), the Cooper Discoverer Rugged…