Hey! I performed this mod with the gauge linked by the OP, but i can't figure out the wiring to control the dimming. How did you accomplish this?
Side-note: When installing mine I took the circuit board out of the gray housing it came in. This way I could use 3M double sided tape to simply...
I haven't used one of these carriers, but I've worked in a bike shop. Make sure the carrier is supple at the bike mounting points and gives sufficient clearance from the rear of you rig so it isn't swinging into anything. This racks can wear on bike frames if that's a worry of yours, mostly...
Recently did a restoration on my headlights. I used the Turtle drill oriented kit. For $18 and around 30 minutes of time it was a good buy. I can't comment on how long the treatment lasts though, its been only a month.
https://www.amazon.com/Turtle-Wax-T-240KT-Headlight-Restorer/dp/B074VXQMFL?th=1
15 posts seems a little high, but it helps with meeting some people. I've lurked this forum for around a year. Nearly every question I've had has been answered already.
Hey there, I'm new to the forum too. That 4runner you picked up looks clean, nice purchase. Timmy's videos, as mentioned above, will help you in deciding to perform a job yourself or not. Otherwise, your plan of attack looks well thought out.