2011 SR5 Upgrades?

[HeyBeerManTX]

Hey all! My wife just picked up her 2011 SR5 4x2 yesterday, and I'm looking for information on upgrading the following items:

1) Auto On/Off Headlights - standard on Limited, and EXTREMELY surprising not available at all on SR5. Can it be added? I imagine that it would involve a sensor and a new wand if it is possible.

2) Aftermarket Navigation Unit - current radio size is "E", while most nav radios are double DIN. Is there a replacement radio surround available to change the "E" opening to a double DIN, and would there be space behind it?

3) Cross-Bar Cargo containers vs. Hitch Mount containers - thoughts? Good/Bad experiences? We're looking for ease of use, and weatherability.

Thanks in advance.

 

[philsey]

Try Search - all of these have been discussed.

Instructions in FAQ.

 

[swalker]

stereo

Congrats on the purchase. Anytime you ask a question, you will be told to "use the search function". In answer to #1, I understand the mod can be done, but your lights will shut off by themselves as they are, so a lot of people just leave them on all the time.

To put in a double din stereo you need a METRA dash kit. You can find one on ebay, or several places for about 40-50 bucks I ordered the Pioneer avic z120bt stereo/nav/dvd that I love. Got it for $875 less $100 rebate

I am wondering the same as you on carriers. Have a good friend that chose the hitch carrier so he can take his grill, cooler etc. Has a wetherproof cover for his luggage and hauls it on there. I am thinking the top carrier might be best so you dont have road salt and crap throwing back on everthing, but its a personal choice.

Enjoy your 4runner!