[WhiteMike]

I would assume several people either have questions about, or solid answers/ideas for how to keep your first gen. 4runners secure when you have the top off. As a long time owner and lover off top off driving, I have always been curious what others do for security. I don't happen to live in the greatest neighborhood, but also love having the top off during the summer and spring. It is likely that a popsicle stick would turn my ignition, and I sure would hate to see my runner rolling away without me behind the steering wheel. Any suggestions for security overall??

[Nodd]

I owned a Jeep Wrangler for a number of years & never really had any issues with leaving the top down. Worst thing that ever happened was some moron thought it'd be funny to dump his ice cream cone out on my seat.

Generally I never kept anything in the rig that was worth stealing. I also used a steering wheel club.

Another option might be an alarm although I hate those things. A kill switch might help but those won't stop a thief from trashing your ignition first. That's why I like the club option. Thief sees that & moves onto easier targets before he even touches your rig.

[KidVermicious]

LoJack.

[javendan]

i have a soft topper on my '88.

i replaced the stock steering wheel with a grant wheel and removable steering wheel kit.

i'll add pics shortly.

joel

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here are the pics...

grant wheel with removable hub kit


steering wheel off


cap on


joel

[topdown4runner]

I concur...
I never leave anything inside the truck that I am not willing to part with.
I also have a 67 Impala convertible.
You can learn from experience, or from others.
Never lock a convertible.
You would rather have the theif take what is inside than have him cut your top to unlock the door, then take what he wants.
Otherwise you just added another $600 or so to the cost of what ever he took.

As far as a questionable neighborhood, the club would probably be the best / cheapest bet to keep your truck yours.

[topdown4runner]

how do you add text between pictures???

[WhiteMike]

All good info, thanks guys! I appreciate it greatly. I just love that damn truck so much and would be heartbroken if someone else was driving it around.

[WhiteMike]

Originally Posted by javendan

i have a soft topper on my '88.

i replaced the stock steering wheel with a grant wheel and removable steering wheel kit.

i'll add pics shortly.

joel

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here are the pics...

grant wheel with removable hub kit


steering wheel off


cap on


joel

How Much was the entire set-up for the Grant Wheel and Hub?? Seems like a solid option.

[javendan]

type the text you want and then add the image tag.

photobucket is hosting my pics so i just copy and paste the image tag info.

joel

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Originally Posted by topdown4runner

how do you add text between pictures???

[javendan]

i honestly can't remember... let's say between $250 and $300.

i believe i got the wheel and the other bits from kragen.com. i found a coupon and was able to use it.

joel

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Originally Posted by WhiteMike

How Much was the entire set-up for the Grant Wheel and Hub?? Seems like a solid option.

[fourwd1]

It's common sense, don't leave anything worth taking visible (in any vehicle), and make it hard to take (like the club or removeable wheel).

[Nodd]

Oh yeah I forgot. I also ran a Steadfast steering column armored collar on my Wrangler. Basically its a hardened steel wrap that's permanently installed on the steering column & around the ignition. That was nice because once installed you can forget about it. Nothing extra to lock or take with you. I'm not sure if they make them for 4Runners though.

[FirstGenRunner]

Did any of the first gen runners come with a lock for the glove box?

Any solutions to adding something in that keeps the original look?

[illzoni]

I've been considering bolting a lockable box to the floor in the back of my 4Runner.

Also wonder how difficult it would be to make a lockable replacement for the nearly useless center console/armrest. Something with a cup holder or two would be excellent.

[WhiteMike]

Originally Posted by illzoni

I've been considering bolting a lockable box to the floor in the back of my 4Runner.

Also wonder how difficult it would be to make a lockable replacement for the nearly useless center console/armrest. Something with a cup holder or two would be excellent.

I agree. That damn center console does nothing for me. I already leave nothing in the truck and out in my fenced back yard. I have the back padlocked and chained, so hopefully all will be well!

i am definitely going to look into getting a removable wheel set-up though.