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$10K Desert Rip-Off Build
So, I just bought a Silver 2018 TRD Off Road. Replaced the 2006 4Runner I've had for the past 10 years. Here in Arizona, the dealers have their own version of a "Desert Off Road" package. At the first dealer it was $7500. Included TRD wheels, Toyo A/T tires, steps, badge black outs and a lift kit. Not suspension, a freakin' spacer kit. The 2nd dealer it was $10k. Included TRD wheels, BFG tires, steps, TRD suspension, TRD front grill, and maybe a skid plate. I'll admit, the second dealer at least included better suspension and good tires, but not for $10k. I really liked the way they looked with those packages, so I'm just doing everything myself. So here is my basic "build" that saves me over $7k.....
First my truck stock:
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04-15-2018, 11:51 AM
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You definitely did the right thing for yourself by not buying their stupid packages. Good luck on the build, will by waiting to see more!
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04-15-2018, 12:01 PM
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I installed a pedal commander. Huge difference. Took away the flat mushy pedal that makes these cars feel like a pig. Got it used locally for $200. Well worth it and my mpg's actually went up by a tenth.
Front and Rear TRD suspension. This suspension is great! The stock ride felt "jittery." It was too bouncy and unsettled. My 06 had Bilsteins, so I was probably just used to a good ride. I bought the discontinued FJ kit, so it was only $570 shipped. I went with this to avoid a warranty issues with the dealership. I can also go with a higher bilstein lift down the road for something different. Really good improvement and I like the red springs and reservoir on back shocks. Just looks cool.
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04-15-2018, 12:05 PM
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Installed the black out kit. I've had plastidip in the past, and I don't like how it looks after a while, so I just bought the kit. I'm leaving the silver badges on the side, I like the contrasting silver colors
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04-15-2018, 12:10 PM
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Put on the N-Fab steps. I don't like how much they seem to compromise ground clearance, but my son and wife actually need the step. Besides, the gas tank and other undercarriage parts sit pretty low.
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04-15-2018, 03:19 PM
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Looks good. Whats the " the discontinued FJ kit," I'm looking to upgrade mine.
The side steps look good.
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Originally Posted by mf2kta
I installed a pedal commander. Huge difference. Took away the flat mushy pedal that makes these cars feel like a pig. Got it used locally for $200. Well worth it and my mpg's actually went up by a tenth.
Front and Rear TRD suspension. This suspension is great! The stock ride felt "jittery." It was too bouncy and unsettled. My 06 had Bilsteins, so I was probably just used to a good ride. I bought the discontinued FJ kit, so it was only $570 shipped. I went with this to avoid a warranty issues with the dealership. I can also go with a higher bilstein lift down the road for something different. Really good improvement and I like the red springs and reservoir on back shocks. Just looks cool.
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04-15-2018, 10:42 PM
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You are right about the 2 Phx. Dealers and their bonus kits, both are not worth the $’s. I am just about to pull the trigger on an off-road premium and ordering up the FJ kit as well. What dealer did you end up going with? Great looking ride so far!
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04-16-2018, 12:48 AM
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Here in CO Springs they will install a Toytec lift, Duratracs, and Sliders for the low low price of 15k. I think they will also throw in SPC UCAs for that, but may or may not properly index the KDSS or address tire/frame rubbing issues.
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04-16-2018, 12:53 AM
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Did you have the dealer install that kit?
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I just look at them and say: you have not the absolute slightest idea what you are talking about. This is 4Runner.
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04-16-2018, 09:52 AM
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Originally Posted by jdalton4r
You are right about the 2 Phx. Dealers and their bonus kits, both are not worth the $’s. I am just about to pull the trigger on an off-road premium and ordering up the FJ kit as well. What dealer did you end up going with? Great looking ride so far!
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I ended up going with Right Toyota. 4k under sticker and they were easy to deal with.
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04-16-2018, 09:56 AM
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Originally Posted by Kamalani Mahie
Did you have the dealer install that kit?
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No, installed myself. It's not bad at all. Neighbor helped me. Took my time, about an hour per side in the front since I switched out the top hats. Back was easy too. Took me a little bit to figure out how to orient the reservoir and everything. It's soooo nice working on suspension on a brand new car. Everything is so clean; all the bolts come right off.
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04-16-2018, 10:05 AM
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Great looking build - thanks for sharing the pics
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04-16-2018, 10:35 AM
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Originally Posted by mf2kta
No, installed myself. It's not bad at all. Neighbor helped me. Took my time, about an hour per side in the front since I switched out the top hats. Back was easy too. Took me a little bit to figure out how to orient the reservoir and everything. It's soooo nice working on suspension on a brand new car. Everything is so clean; all the bolts come right off.
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Nice good job! Be wary though, dealer might not honor warranty on anything suspension because they didn't install it.
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I just look at them and say: you have not the absolute slightest idea what you are talking about. This is 4Runner.
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04-16-2018, 10:57 AM
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Nice! Glad you decided to do it yourself 
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