[hoppyjr]

Originally Posted by hoppyjr

In a somewhat disappointing turn of events, the Bluetooth function of my Switch-Pros 9100 module has died.

The phone tech support was excellent, but it seems the module / panel must go back for diagnosis.

I’m not thrilled, but if it’s a one time thing then I’ll live with it.

Update: absolutely outstanding customer service from SwitchPros!

I had a planned trip to SoCal last week and called SwitchPros to see what they could do. They agreed to stick around the office until I could make it from the airport, so I tossed the switch panel in my luggage and did exactly that.

The fine people at SwitchPros reflashed the firmware in my switch panel and I’m back in business. Works great and I appreciate the great service and accommodation.

I highly recommend the product.

[hoppyjr]

[hoppyjr]

Latest update: installed the Pedal Commander about three weeks ago. I’m amazed at how well it eliminated the lag and made my 4Runner much more responsive.

A nice bonus is a couple more MPG when driving normally.

I’d do this mod again without reservation.

[hoppyjr]

I apparently can’t leave well enough alone…..

Removed the raptor lights. Maybe they’ll find a home with someone else here.

Installed a Rigid Industries SR-Series 20” bar, in their Amber Pro configuration, behind the upper grille. I used SDHQ brackets, designed for the Rigid or Baja Designs bar.

It’s extremely bright. Maybe too bright!

Fortunately, the SwitchPro controller allows it to be run at 100% - 50% - 10% settings. The memory function assures it will turn back on at last used setting, so I plan to run 10% with the parking lights (as an accent) and likely 50% in inclement weather. 100% is there if & when needed.

More photos to follow when I have time.

[mrblah]

Originally Posted by hoppyjr

I apparently can’t leave well enough alone…..

Removed the raptor lights. Maybe they’ll find a home with someone else here.

Installed a Rigid Industries SR-Series 20” bar, in their Amber Pro configuration, behind the upper grille. I used SDHQ brackets, designed for the Rigid or Baja Designs bar.

It’s extremely bright. Maybe too bright!

Fortunately, the SwitchPro controller allows it to be run at 100% - 50% - 10% settings. The memory function assures it will turn back on at last used setting, so I plan to run 10% with the parking lights (as an accent) and likely 50% in inclement weather. 100% is there if & when needed.

More photos to follow when I have time.

i miss my 20 inch light bar in my upper grill, they were great FU lights lol...

[///AIRDAM]

Originally Posted by mrblah

i miss my 20 inch light bar in my upper grill, they were great FU lights lol...

In my 2012 i put a dual row Rigid in behind the grille hooked to high beams.
I uninstalled it and just put it in the new one behind the lower bumper insert also on high beams.
It is absolutely so awesome.

The 30" Rigid is so easy to mount in the older 5th gen, pull the grille and you'll see the plastic piece to direct air from the grille into the radiator is the exact same width as the 30" light bar. All i had to do was drill two holes for the bolts in the light bar and tighten down the nuts.
The new 5th gen i mounted it to the aluminum crash bar with standard light bar tabs. It makes high beams reach out farther than your eyes can see, its so nice. We live way out in the country and its nice to be able to see a half mile of road lit up.

[hoppyjr]

^ That all sounds great and I’m glad you were able to repurpose the 30” bar into you new rig.

The 20” Amber Pro Rigid is specifically what I wanted up top and it looks to be perfect for my needs. I can’t mount behind the lower grill because I’ve already got spot lamps down there, in addition to the radar cruise sensor thing.

[hoppyjr]

Originally Posted by hoppyjr

I apparently can’t leave well enough alone…..

Removed the raptor lights. Maybe they’ll find a home with someone else here.

Installed a Rigid Industries SR-Series 20” bar, in their Amber Pro configuration, behind the upper grille. I used SDHQ brackets, designed for the Rigid or Baja Designs bar.

It’s extremely bright. Maybe too bright!

Fortunately, the SwitchPro controller allows it to be run at 100% - 50% - 10% settings. The memory function assures it will turn back on at last used setting, so I plan to run 10% with the parking lights (as an accent) and likely 50% in inclement weather. 100% is there if & when needed.

More photos to follow when I have time.

Here are better photos. It’s difficult to capture brightness or throw in photos, but this is the Rigid Amber Pro 20” bar at 50% brightness.

On 50% it is extremely bright and adds much to poor weather driving. On 100% it’s strictly off road only. 10% is ideal for matching the VLED’s Triton Extreme parking lights, so it’s a nice accent.

Overall I’m very pleased with the performance.



50%



10%

[hoppyjr]

This week my new heated steering wheel arrived!

I ordered from CarTrimHome and didn’t want the red trim piece or red stitching, so for a small additional charge they made exactly what I wanted. All black with no plastic insert at the top.

I hope to install it in the next couple weeks. For now, here’s how it looks. Really nice quality too.

[honda250xtitan]

Originally Posted by hoppyjr

This week my new heated steering wheel arrived!

I ordered from CarTrimHome and didn’t want the red trim piece or red stitching, so for a small additional charge they made exactly what I wanted. All black with no plastic insert at the top.

I hope to install it in the next couple weeks. For now, here’s how it looks. Really nice quality too.

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that looks great.

[hoppyjr]

Today we installed the CarTrimHome heated steering wheel. Fantastic product!

Follow the instructions and it’s a pretty simple install, taking a couple hours with my friend (who admittedly is a pro).

I moved some switches around to free up a blank for the heated wheel switch: I previously used the blank under the start button for an Ethernet extension, to plug in my Midland MXT575 radio. Now I’ve simply plugged the microphone into the radio under the seat.

Relocated the Redarc brake controller to that spot under the start button, which is ideal since it’s a bit recessed.

Steering wheel switch is on the left side in the switch area. My only minor issue is the backlight on steering wheel switch is the backlight is green, not the blue of the other switches.

Works great. Looks fantastic. Also slightly thicker and better shaped than the stock wheel. It appears the metal frame is a Toyota part.

Overall I’m very pleased.







Next up: replacing my scratched front bumper skin. I have the new, painted part ready, just waiting for warmer weather.

[hoppyjr]

The heated wheel was fantastic on this chilly morning.

I also updated the interior lighting post this morning (see post#3).

[97BlackAckCL]

Looks great, nice work!