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I think seats in the TRD ORP are wrapped in SofTex and not leather. If it stays on (there have been some reports in the past of backseat SofTex cover coming loose), it should hold up to dogs. I have a SR5P with SofTex and it holds up well with our dog. I just wipe it down with a mixture of...

I've never used that type of car soap but I've seen many that get positive reviews on detailing forums & online forums. When I have the time, I use a sealant (Klasse twins) followed by wax (P21s). When I'm in a hurry I just use the sealant. The combo or sealant alone seems to last several...

Wipe the interior down with a wet microfiber now and then. If the seats gets really dirty get a soft interior detailing brush, spray a water/woolite mixture (or the interior cleaner of your choice) on the bristles, scrub lightly and wipe off while wet since dirt will be suspended in the sudsy...

I generally use a low pressure shower setting on the hose nozzle, apply P21S Total Auto Wash and take a tire brush to the areas I can reach, rinse, then apply Adam's VRT or Armor All tire foam.

I tried leveling the horizon, it was throwing me for a loop. Looks great thanks for the review and photo :thumb:

Use a porter cable 7424XP or equivalent dual orbital (instead of circular) with mild polishing pads & polish. Start with white polishing pads instead of orange cutting pads, and a mild "polishing" or finishing polish instead of a deep cutting polish, and you'll be on the safer side.

I found a different Toyota dealer with an interior specialist. Service advisor said they used metal clips instead of the plastic channel inside the lip of the SofTex cover. So far, so good after 4 days. My recommendation, if you have this issue, would be to call around and find a dealer with...

Its a bold strategy Cotton, let's see if it pays off.

Amazon still sells 38051. I've never seen an engine air filter with carbon, just white pre-filters for cold climes. Learn something new every day.

This problem reared its ugly head again. 2nd row SofTex is flapping in the wind, for the umpteenth time. Probability of successful repair by the dealer at this point has approached zero, even with assistance from Toyota factory reps. The incompetence is astounding. Or is it an incompetent...

The rear windows appeared to me to have a factory dye (tint) with slightly green-ish hue to them. To color-match, you might want to tint all around. YMMV. I'd ask the pros at local tint shop(s) their advice as well.

I've had a Craftsman socket (standard + metric) set forever. I recently picked up a set of SK 6 point 10-24mm 3/8" sockets and a ratchet. Really happy with the new set. Beefy, operate smoothly, comfortable to use, and amazing finish.

Why stop now? Bust out of jail, burn it down, slap on some OMEs and post pics. Guns blazin.

There are a few threads on this IIRC. Here's one http://www.toyota-4runner.org/5th-gen-t4rs/203360-xenondepot-hid-vs-led-initial-photo.html

Winter fuel mix might have an impact vs non-winter fuel mix Short drives like 15 min are terrible for mpg Slow down Check tire pressure Slow down Replace air filter if needed Slow down Maybe add some fuel system cleaner (Chevron, Redline for example) Slow down