Recent content by Dunehunter

I have to confess, on the forest roads around here, I air down my LT metrics somewhat to alleviate that "sliding" feeling. Doesn't take too much to give me stability in the gravel but I'm airing down, nonetheless.

For probably the vast majority of T4R owners, their vehicles will never see e a gravel road. Ever. It's a vehicle to schlep the kids around--to get groceries, etc. That's why the p-metric tires. They're far more comfortable--at pressure--than an LT metric. And, they get better gas mileage. Even...

But that's exactly what Toyota is recommending with 32psi on their p-metric tires. If you look at the graph, that's 2200 lbs. Think of it this way: Toyota is overcompensating for the p-metric for potential offroad use by a factor of about 30%. CYA engineering. What they state in the owners...

Love the reliability of a good revolver!

Other tools... So, mostly what I have are old Craftsman tools: 3/8 and 1/4 drive sockets and some really nice SAE 12 points. I have never had one of these fail on me. By old, I'm estimating about 45 yrs +. Not sure what today's would be like. I also have a few "Sears" brand; also quite old and...

Snap on... I have 2 Snap-On tools: a cotter pin puller and a 12-point, 1/2" wrench and didn't "earn" either of them--except with a sharp eye. Found both lying on the road. The last mechanic to work on whatever vehicle left them under the hood only to shake out roadside for me to find. I just...

Just sayin' Take a look at the article from Nitto Tire that I attached. Should answer a lot of questions for you.

Your post was a long time ago and not sure anyone answered. Most 4Runners come new with Passenger-rated tires. And, yes, you can turn that Limited into a pretty doggone functional offroad vehicle with the addition of better tires (and perhaps a lift). It's actually pretty capable right out of...

Addendum So here it is, 2017 and this is STILL a great thread and starting post. Kudos to JB. Lots of information here for those who care to read all the details. And let it be further noted that most of us here on this forum have already traded in the OEM P-rated tires for LT-rated tires of...

I replaced the stock Dunlops with the GY adventures, mostly for their ability in snow. Here is my assessment: 1. Great tire in snow and pretty good on wet roads. 2. Good, not great, off-road tire. Not sure how it would do in mud but think not so great. 3. Quiet highway ride and a nice stable...

My 2015 TEP gets right around that: 17-18 City, and 22+ on the highway. And the offroad mileage is better than city driving. Go figure.

I must be missing something. I've been through the voice control "learning" software 3x now and still no luck with voice commands. None. Nada. Zip. Anyone got any other thoughts on how I can make this work? I find this totally frustrating. Thanks.