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Looks good! Been wanting to make a molle panel for my driver's window. Started the CAD and checking around with some friends and family who have machining access. I was looking at the Rago fabrication ones but they come in pairs. These look interesting, wonder what their turnaround is with no customization...
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Looks good! Been wanting to make a molle panel for my driver's window. Started the CAD and checking around with some friends and family who have machining access. I was looking at the Rago fabrication ones but they come in pairs. These look interesting, wonder what their turnaround is with no customization...
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Yeah, unlike the Rago, these can be bought individually - and they are fully customizable - every square inch of the panel can be designed to whatever you want
I believe my poor shipment times were the result of multiple things - the holidays, the pandemic, maybe even just the company itself, who knows. I placed my order in late November, and then I assume it got lost in the beginning surge of holiday orders. We were finally contacted around January about the order and began the process of designing my cut out for the console rack. The rear racks came 2 months after that, and the console rack came 2 more months after those, beacause of, if I remember correctly, a lack of inventory and a large amount of back orders at the company that laser cuts for them
I would assume now that everything has calmed down, the turn around would be a ton faster. The website says 1-2 weeks for absolutely no customization, 3 weeks for a custom color, and 6-8 weeks for custom cutouts and inlays
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These things turned out pretty great! After a week or two of multiple hours each day though, they were a bit more than the weekend project I was expecting
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Assembly Notes:
The assembly is pretty straight forward. Much like with the coastal bumper, the instructions are clear and have well detailed diagrams to assist in the assembly.
The only problem I ran into... was nothing fit right. I believe all of my problems were because of my diff drop though. We inquired about the diff drop before buying the kit and were assured the kit was compatible - but I believe we were told wrong. A decent bit of altercation/fabrication was required to make everything work
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Because of my diff drop, nothing lined up properly. The first thing I had to adjust were the slots of the middle bolt holes. I just filed them out with a file - a lot
Next I had to fill a gap between the front piece and middle piece. There was a solid 0.5"-ish gap left - even after filing the slots on both pieces about as much as I could - so I had to find something to fill it with. I found an 1/8" thick piece of flat bar in my garage, so I cut it to size and used that as my filler
Once I got that sorted out, it was time to get the rear piece to fit too. Because the middle piece was pushed so far back, I also had to file the slots on the end of the rear piece too. Once everything fit, it was time to weld it all up. I will be the first to say some of the welds aren't the prettiest - but in my defense, I had the mind set of "its a skid plate, who cares, no one will see it", and it was like 95 degrees outside with a humidity of 110 percent (stupid Arkansas summers), so I was just ready to get done with it. I did full welds on every outside joint, and stitch welds on every inside joint
Once welding and grinding was done, it was time to paint and finish them up. I used Rustoleum clean metal primer, then Rustoleum flat black protective enamel and Krylon Fusion Matte Red Pepper. I decided to rattle can them instead of powder coat cause they're skid plates - they're gonna get beat to crap, so I figured the powder coat was a waste of money and spray paint would be way easier to touch up and repaint when needed
Threw on the red stipe just for the heck of it to make them a little more unique
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These things turned out pretty great! After a week or two of multiple hours each day though, they were a bit more than the weekend project I was expecting
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Assembly Notes:
The assembly is pretty straight forward. Much like with the coastal bumper, the instructions are clear and have well detailed diagrams to assist in the assembly.
The only problem I ran into... was nothing fit right. I believe all of my problems were because of my diff drop though. We inquired about the diff drop before buying the kit and were assured the kit was compatible - but I believe we were told wrong. A decent bit of altercation/fabrication was required to make everything work
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Assembly:
Because of my diff drop, nothing lined up properly. The first thing I had to adjust were the slots of the middle bolt holes. I just filed them out with a file - a lot
Next I had to fill a gap between the front piece and middle piece. There was a solid 0.5"-ish gap left - even after filing the slots on both pieces about as much as I could - so I had to find something to fill it with. I found an 1/8" thick piece of flat bar in my garage, so I cut it to size and used that as my filler
Once I got that sorted out, it was time to get the rear piece to fit too. Because the middle piece was pushed so far back, I also had to file the slots on the end of the rear piece too. Once everything fit, it was time to weld it all up. I will be the first to say some of the welds aren't the prettiest - but in my defense, I had the mind set of "its a skid plate, who cares, no one will see it", and it was like 95 degrees outside with a humidity of 110 percent (stupid Arkansas summers), so I was just ready to get done with it. I did full welds on every outside joint, and stitch welds on every inside joint
Once welding and grinding was done, it was time to paint and finish them up. I used Rustoleum clean metal primer, then Rustoleum flat black protective enamel and Krylon Fusion Matte Red Pepper. I decided to rattle can them instead of powder coat cause they're skid plates - they're gonna get beat to crap, so I figured the powder coat was a waste of money and spray paint would be way easier to touch up and repaint when needed
Threw on the red stipe just for the heck of it to make them a little more unique
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I had the same issues with the diff drop. However, I just spaced mine down with some nuts where it attaches to the radiator support and the spacers the stock skid used for the middle holes. The rear of the TC skid gave me the most problems as it was about two inches too long and the rear holes didn’t line up. I think they may have used a V8 initially for measurements as I bought pretty early on. They looked into it when I notified them. After cutting off the excess and slotting the plate for the bolts, I got it to work.
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I had the same issues with the diff drop. However, I just spaced mine down with some nuts where it attaches to the radiator support and the spacers the stock skid used for the middle holes. The rear of the TC skid gave me the most problems as it was about two inches too long and the rear holes didn’t line up. I think they may have used a V8 initially for measurements as I bought pretty early on. They looked into it when I notified them. After cutting off the excess and slotting the plate for the bolts, I got it to work.
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Yeah, it probably would've been easiest to use the spacers that were on the stock skids, but it figured it would be a little stronger if I could get it to work without them (or maybe it wouldn't really make a difference, I don't know), so I wanted to try it. And because of the tube lengths and diff brackets, I still had to use a double spacer in the middle on the driver side, and a single spacer on the passenger side.
And I think you're right on the V8 thing, I remember reading somewhere that they initially used a V8 to design them, so the early batches of the v6 ones weren't quite a perfect fit
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good plan and wish list! i have been driving my 2003 v8 limited since 2014, and have been driving on road only. currently i am stuck in 4lo, soon to be corrected. this is my first t4r and enjoy the drive, ride and power! i plan to build up for some off roading in future. enjoy and stay connected to us t4rs
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Not much has happened with Toto lately - College has kinda put a dampener on my mod list. So I Just wanted to hop on here and give a little update:
Most of the recent work has just been maintenance - stuff like new CV's, pinion seal, LCA's, etc
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Chopped the resonator off and had an 18" magnaflow muffler put in to give the v6 a little more rumble. I got tired of how whiny it was, and I'm pretty happy with how it sounds now. It's definitely got more low end on it, but it's still quiet enough that it's not uncomfortable to drive long distances
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I also recently swapped my horrendously faded and yellowed headlights with some fresh 06-09 housings
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I bought the housings off of RockAuto , and I got the color matched bumper fillers from my local Toyota dealer. For bulbs, I went with Philips XtremeVision in both low and high beams. I'm pretty pleased with the output of the headlights, and the look of the housings - Not sure if the bulbs are that good, or if I just lost that much light through the discoloration of the old housings
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I haven't been very active, but I finally caught a free moment during college to get out and camp with my dad - It was much needed, and I unintentionally learned just how much mud my rig can handle
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Snapped a few photos while I was out there, and probably took my favorite photo of my truck yet:
Had an absolute blast out there, and I will definitely be going back next chance I get!
I also may or may not have gotten stuck and crapped my pants while using my truck like a bulldozer First time using my winch though, so I guess at least now I know it works
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Here's the aftermath. Pretty sure I still have a thick layer of mud sitting in my skid plates
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Just finished up Swapping in a 175k mile engine from an 07 into Toto! You can check out the thread here about the swap: 07 Engine Swap into an 03
It looks like I'm seeing about a +2-4mpg gain (depending on how heavy my foot feels lol) from the cam gears, LongTubes, and fixed headgaskets
While I was working on all this, I decided to go ahead and install the JBA LT headers (old ones had more cracks that a wicker basket). I also put a Hayden 679 cooler in because my transmission didn't like moving all the weight of my truck on hills
And here is a timelapse of everything
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Welp, dove into tearing down the 4wd actuator over the weekend. I was a little ambitious - I'm staying in an RV for an out-of-state internship, so I had minimal tools and no garage. I did it with the truck in a gravel lot in the summer heat, so this would have been a lot easier and quicker if I was back at home. But hey, I was able to get it working again, and I got it back on the truck, so win-win!
Full write-up: 4wd Actuator Teardown/Repair
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I saw a trend about asking ChatGPT to roast your truck, so I figured I'd give it a go. Honestly was pleased with the first two responses where that was all it could say after calling it a beast. But the next two were funny. The line about the tires killed me cause its actually so true
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And those tires? Sure, they look tough, but they’re probably doing more for your gas mileage than actually gripping the trail.
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Your 4Runner definitely looks like it means business on the trails! That front bumper and winch setup are ready to tackle some serious off-road obstacles. The mud splatter is a badge of honor, showing that you’re not afraid to get it dirty where it counts.
But if I’m going to roast it, I’d say it looks like it hasn’t seen a car wash in a while—and I’m not talking about the mud, but that layer of dust on the windshield and side mirrors. A little TLC in the form of some glass cleaner wouldn’t hurt! Also, with those rugged tires and a lifted stance, you might want to consider adding some mud flaps unless you're a fan of painting everything behind you brown.
All in all, though, it’s a beast! Just remember, it’s okay to let it shine every once in a while.
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Now we're talking! That sunset backdrop is doing your 4Runner some serious justice, making it look like it's ready to take on any adventure. The rooftop setup shows you're prepared for more than just the daily commute—you're geared up for the long haul.
However, if I'm going to roast it, I’ll say the 4Runner looks a bit like it's trying to overcompensate with all that gear on top. Are you planning on moving in or just camping out for a weekend? Also, with those big tires and lifted stance, it seems like you might need a stepladder to get in, especially for any passengers who aren’t as hardcore.
All in all, though, it's a solid rig, and that shot captures it perfectly—looking tough and ready to take on the world.
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Alright, let's get real then. Your 4Runner looks like it's got an identity crisis—are you a mall crawler or actually planning to hit some real trails? With that rooftop gear, it seems like you’re ready to take on an apocalypse, but let's be honest—how often does it actually leave the pavement? The winch and bumper are great, but they scream "overcompensation" if you’re just driving it to the grocery store.
And those tires? Sure, they look tough, but they’re probably doing more for your gas mileage than actually gripping the trail. Not to mention, with that much lift, I bet getting into the driver's seat is like climbing Everest every morning. You’ve got a mean-looking truck, but I’d wager it spends more time posing for Instagram than getting down and dirty in the mud.
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"even meaner. I want my feelings hurt"
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Oh, you want the brutal truth? Here it is: your 4Runner is like that guy who wears a leather jacket but still lives with his mom—trying way too hard to look tough. All that armor, winch, and rooftop gear? Let’s be real, the closest they’ve come to danger is when you couldn’t find a parking spot at Whole Foods. It’s like you’re prepping for the end of the world but can’t even handle a pothole without flinching.
And let’s talk about that lift. Do you actually know how to use it, or did you just want to tower over all the stock vehicles at the next Cars and Coffee meet? Your 4Runner’s got more bark than bite, and I’m willing to bet that when it does see dirt, it’s only for a photo op before you hightail it back to civilization to wash off the dust.
You’ve built this beast like you’re planning a cross-country expedition, but deep down, we both know it’s mostly for show. It’s like putting a bodybuilder in a ballroom dance—sure, it looks impressive, but it’s way out of its element.
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I took Advanced Video Production as part of my communications minor. One of our assignments was to produce a short documentary, so I made one sort of about overlanding: Disconnect - Short Film Documentary
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