What did you do to/in your 5th Gen today?!

cmilviper said:
Thanks man!.....I actually went with the -10 offset, but I did keep the Spidertrax 1.25'' spacers on (for now), which gives about the same offset as -38. I just wanted to see how it looked with them on, and also see how much more I would rub compared to before the new wheels......(I've had the Spidertax with the TRD Pro wheels on both of our 5th Gens, since new, with no issues)

I haven't flexed it out yet to test for rubbing, but for street driving, it's still been fine, and that's with 285-75-17 Toyo MT's.

If I need to remove the spacers, or do some additional trimming/cutting, I will do so before I head out on a few week-long trips, starting in July.

It may be in my head, but I do feel the wider stance helps a little with the handling/stability, especially with the RTT on the rack....

Good luck bro!
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Awesome! Thanks for the info. Looking at that tire size in the future as well.
Would love to hear back on your findings with the spacers/any rubbing when you get the chance. I know the consensus is usually body mount chop but if it's not rubbing too bad, I could possibly live with it.
 
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IrishRover said:
Drove it home! Bought a 2019 TRD ORP last week and mounted the RTT on the stock rails. Feels solid enough - will test soon. I noticed with the RTT and sunroof open there is a ton of air being pushed into the cab on the highway! Kind of took me by surprise at first.

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Wait until you drive it around some more, you'll find bugs and bees will smash into the tent and then fall into your lap, face, hair. Nothing like a panic on the highway when something large falls into your crotch and you cant see it/where it went exactly. I've had the shhhhhh scared out of me more then once, lol.

Good looking rig and RTT set up!
 
IrishRover said:
Cool! I’m assuming the tie down hooks can’t be used for recovery? Just a question because I’m unfamiliar with the part, but is there a reason this isn’t filled in? From what I can see it seems like an unnecessary weak point.
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I've been told it's not recommended to use the factory tie down hooks. Bent one of mine when I got stuck in a blizzard. Had a guy pull me out and bent one of the hoops on my tow hitch. As for the gap I assume it's a design preference from the company. I've seen several different designs when doing my search (Buffalo Bayou Garage, ARB, Apex Overland, Ironman 4x4). Originally wanted an ARB product but it seemed like everywhere it was sold out.

I guess time will tell if I bought a good set of recovery points.
 
haptizum said:
How hard was the install? I have a 14 Trail I would like to install this on.
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Super easy. Just make sure you get ALL the parts... carpet, brackets, hidden cubby, and bolts. Takes about 30 mins to get the old stuff out and maybe an hour to put everything back in. You do have to drill two holes which are easy to find with tracks in place.
 
meeksodorifto said:
after lifting the truck 1.5" all corners, I finally upgraded to 285/70/17s on GY Duratracs D load. getting a slight rub on full lock from the mudflaps. trimmed a bit on the front bumper and moved the fender liner forward.

gonna see if i can "massage" the mudflaps further with a heatgun. if it still rubs, just gonna have to take them off.

looks beefier in person, looks just right on photos compared to my 265/70 wildpeaks.

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here she is in our teeny tiny spot in our condo parkade

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Looks perfect! Also familiar, is this Byrne Crossing? I've had a 2" lift sitting in my garage since Christmas waiting to be installed. Did you require UCA's?
 
haptizum said:
I am looking into doing this suspension upgrade. Can I ask why you went with a spacer in the rear?
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Hi, after reading most of the suspension threads, specifically the 5100 threads, it seems to be the standard for lifting the rear. Although most people, if they are setting the fronts at 1.75" (third setting) use a 1" spacer in the rear instead of the .75" spacer I used. The other factor for me is, the guy I bought my setup from threw in the spacer as well, so I didn't really think twice about it. I hear adding a 1" coil in the back can be a little more effective than the spacer but it also costs a little bit more.

Check out these threads which might help explain it better than my "I just followed suit" answer above.

Bilstein 5100 install guide

https://www.toyota-4runner.org/5th-gen-t4rs/91870-those-looking-subtle-lift.html?highlight=5100

https://www.toyota-4runner.org/5th-gen-t4rs/92125-spacer-lift-vs-full-lift-kit.html?highlight=5100

Hope that helps.
 
twells said:
Looks perfect! Also familiar, is this Byrne Crossing? I've had a 2" lift sitting in my garage since Christmas waiting to be installed. Did you require UCA's?
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Good eye! yup it definitely is Market Crossing! nice to see some local peeps around :hello:

for 265s, if i had my stock UCAs / didnt have my JBA UCAs castered to 4* i wouldve rubbed slightly on the mudguards.

for my current set-up / 285s, definitely needed the UCAs. just took off the mudguards and still rubbing slightly on full lock.

going to get ARC one to do a bmc for me soon coz this set-up will for sure rub on full flex, offroad.
 
Removed my sliders, and installed a set of running boards.
 

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uh0h50 said:
Looks like my truck's twin. Nicely done.

Do you have some kind of platform on top? And how did you attach your awning?
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thanks, twin!

the platform is a DIY one ive pieced together. measured the length and width of the stock roof railings, used square tubing and mesh, weld it together and paint it black.

from there, i ordered u bolts and a wind fairing from rhinorack.

inspired from this thread:

Alternate Rack

lots of info there.

heres my set-up:

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the awning, i have it installed on the stock railing using t-bolts and member here sold me a cnc'd mount (refer to the photo above). [MENTION=144394]Maadcaap[/MENTION]

inspired from this thread:

ARB Style Awning on OEM roof rails?

for this whole set-up, it cost me less than $200 Canadian (which is like $4 USD hahaha) minus the awning and the mounts from maadcaap, ofcourse.

its a good alternative to actual racks and fits my needs. I use the platform to take photos on top of the truck and use it as a landing for my drone. Also used this to haul gear (jerry can, recovery gear, firewood, etc) on tough trails. As long as its properly rachet strapped and secured, bob is your uncle!

this community is awesome and so i hope i can give back by sharing info for others to find beneficial as well.
 
KYMike said:
Yeah, I know. Sliders were the first mod I did three years ago. My wife has hip issues, and has trouble climbing in with the sliders. The running boards give her a much larger, flatter step for entry.

I'm going to keep the sliders for now.
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Right on - makes sense.

I don’t think those OEM steps looks bad at all. In fact, I’m looking for a set too.

Would be nice if they were like the Ford Raptor style steps.
 
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