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FS - 5th Gen OEM running boards used, location Plainfield, IL $150 OBO 5Th Gen running boards from a 2011 Limited, should fit 2010 to 2013 4Runners. brackets included, but NOT bolts. ( I will look for the mounting hardware, but no promises...) very good condition, a little dirty, but...

I do agree with you on this, I didn't mean for this to be a dire warning, but for someone not familiar with 4x4 systems it's better to err on the side of caution and realize there are certain circumstances where it can be a problem. In fact, I just looked at my manual and it states: Shifting...

Make sure your tires are properly inflated and avoid highway speeds in 4H. Using it in the rain is a very good suggestion as well.

I briefly investigated leasing and realized the residual value was significantly less than used vehicles were selling for. Dealer said the residual value was set by Toyota, can't be changed. Not sure if I believe that, but we were too far apart for me to even try. One of the attractions of...

I disagree. Using 4H on dry pavement can lead to driveline wind up, even in a straight line. Depending on a lot of factors such as road conditions and tires, this can be a significant amount of stress on your driveshaft and axle. As JB posted, when cornering or taking tight turns, it can cause...

Thanks, here is a profile shot of the Runner with LT265/70R17 E Duratracs on FJ wheels with stock suspension. BTW, front windows are 20% tint with 3M film (it matchs the back very well, even though this picture makes them seem lighter). I plan to plastidip the wheels very soon, will add some...

Since I just had a set installed, I cannot say much for durability, long term reliability or performance on ice or snow, but I can share some initial impressions. First, I have OEM Dueler H/T D684 II in 245/60R20 on stock limited rims with about 55,000 miles near the end of their tread. I...

I cross checked on the Goodyear website and they have it spec'd for a minimum of a 7.5" rim. Also the OD would be a bit larger, might have rubbing issues, not sure. I tried to check it on the Tire Size Calculator, but it does not have that size in its database. You could probably...

I just installed the Gobi struts on my stock liftgate and they work great. I was worried that they would be too strong, but they work just fine and much cheaper than OEM. Ordered from EOD. Took a few weeks to ship, might want to check stock first. The guys at EOD were great at keeping me...

When I asked again if a 7" wide rim was ever allowed on a 275/55R20, Continental responded that the Tire and Rim Association never approved this for the rim and suggested that it was always a typo. See below: Discussion Thread Response Via Email (Renae) 11/12/2013 10:10 AM Dear Daniel...

EDIT: No longer needed, picked up set of FJ wheels. I am interested in purchasing a set of (4) 5th Gen 17" rims (either SR5 17" x 7" or Trail 17" x 7.5), to mount on my 2011 Limited 4Runner. OK with cosmetic damage, not interested with bent or otherwise damaged. Currently in the Chicago...

So, after reading through many pages of discussions about mounting 275/55R20 on the stock 5th Gen Limited Wheels, I just couldn't get over the fact that almost every manufacturer recommended a minimum of a 7.5 rim for that size tire. While I was/am interested in choosing a different tire than...

Thanks for the post H2O-Doc, Regarding the dual camera dash-cam, how is it holding up since you last posted? How did you mount the rear camera and run/hide the wire? I am about to purchase a similar one through Amazon, but also considering the E-Prance Mini 0801 due to the mixed reviews...