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Following 2003 4Runner Found this thread. I too am looking for a unit to replace my factory jbl, rds system. I want to keep the amplifier and speakers, want BT, Apple car play, wireless CarPlay would be nice, but I keep getting conflicting reports about the VSS connection. Cameras not needed...

Resurrecting thread So I bought a unicorn 2003 4Runner v8 with 40,000 miles on it recently, 6/2023. I’ve already concluded it’s the best auto I’ve ever owned. BUT, I want to replace the jbl, rds, radio. I’m fine with the Jbl amp and speakers so am looking for a modern replacement with Apple...

Good point I hadn’t thought about it that way.

Yes, I have the 7 pin wiring connector. I think I will do the e trailer hitch. This 4 runner is only used May- October and then stored, we might put 5000 miles a year on it so will have a long time, might as well get it setup so no worries.

Thanks for the replies. Yes there does seem to be some saying 7000 and some 5000. I guess either way it’s enough for what I need. We live by the lake and I put it in in May and take it out October and travel distance is about 10 miles to storage. I am watching videos of guys taking off the...

I am learning my way around my new to me 4runner. It’s a 2003 v8 with low miles. I’ve been pulling boats with my vehicles for 40 years and have added and or used the factory trailering hitches on all my vehicles. I checked the specs on a 4runner and bought it for this purpose. Now, I’m very...

43,000 2003 limited v8

2003 v8 factory hitch, replace? First post so apologize in advance if I haven’t learned correct protocols. So I got one of these subject 4 runners. I was surprised when none of the hitch receivers I own would fit, hitting the spare. I cut one down with a sawzall and it fits. But now I’m...