My 2003 Titanium Metallic (Silver) 4Runner Limited V8
First of all, thanks to all of the members of this site! I have benefited greatly from the wealth of information on this site so whether you have provided me with help directly or indirectly, thank you!
My family has owned a variety of Toyotas, specifically 4Runners, and my mom has drove a 2005 Lexus GX470 since they bought it new. I have personally owned 2ND Generation, a 3RD Generation and now a 4TH gen. My love for 4Runners originally started with the 2ND Generation, which I owned for about 3 years and my brother currently owns. I did some minor MODS to this vehicle but the majority of my energy went into fixing things that had broken over time. My dad has also owned a couple of 4Runners including a 1ST Gen and a 3RD Gen.
I decided to create a thread because I would like a place to document modifications and maintenance, brainstorm about upcoming mods and keep track of ideas I have. I did some off-roading with my 2ND Generation but not as much as I would have liked to. I would like to be able to take my 4Runner on road-trips and sleep in the back so I want to improve on the already nice interior. The main reason I picked this vehicle is because of its off-road capability without sacrificing comfort or engine power.
I realize my 4Runner doesn't have as extensive of a mod list as some people, but its mine and paid off. Still in the early stages as I have only had my truck since last November. I'm a college student so I am completing everything on a budget. I will try to keep this thread up to date with mods I complete and also how much they cost. If you have any questions or live around the Raleigh, North Carolina area, please let me know! I would love to get a group of 4TH Gen Owners near Raleigh, NC together to meet eachother.
MODS Completed So Far:
-Bilstein 5100's All Around
-Front OME 886 Coils
-Rear FJ Coils ($40 Shipped from forum member)
-Rear Toytec Spacer ($20 off Craigslist)
-2016 4Runner SR5 Wheels w/ Bridgestone Duelers ($300 off Craigslist)
-Yakima Railgrabs, Crossbars and Fairing ($75 off of craigslist)
-White LED interior light swap ($13 total with a few left over from Amazon)
Upcoming Mods
-CBI Ditch Light Brackets, purchased from a forum member for $40 shipped
-Trying to decide on a set of LED pods. I really like the Baja Design Squadron R-Sport Ambers
-Have an ARB awning I still need to mount
-Install USB ports into one of the empty OEM switch panels (can be purchased here-
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01...ilpage_o00_s00)
-Window Vent Visors, a must for dog owners IMO
Future Plans
-Get sliders and skids
-1"-1.5" body lift
-Add multiple 110V outlets in the front seat area and rear cargo area
-Replace my stock speakers with aftermarket
-Get a replacement for my stock radio, want something with bluetooth capability
-Tint windows
Please feel free to let me know what you think or if you have any advice pertaining to my upcoming plans!!
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This was my 4Runner the day I got her, it was love at first sight!
Got some goodies in! (of course my pup had to make it in the picture)
This was after I got my Yakima roof rack (fairing & 2 Crossbars). I stripped the actual Yakima lettering off and put my red T4R.org sticker in place of it. I also took the running boards and sunroof visor off but forgot to mention that.
The red 2nd Gen is my old 4Runner, the middle one is mine and the last is a buddy of mine's.