2014 4Runner Hood
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The 5th gen OEM hood protector fits the '14. Bought one from the dealer. Got it home, looked up the part number before I installed it and it was for a '10 4Runner. Called the dealer to double check. They said that is what is listed for the '14.
I gave it a quick test fit and observed it fit the contours of the hood perfectly. So the hood itself didn't change shape, at least along the leading edge.
Completed the installed and fit like a glove.
FWIW, I also have '13 Weathertech mats and Westin step bars - all fit perfectly.
I gave it a quick test fit and observed it fit the contours of the hood perfectly. So the hood itself didn't change shape, at least along the leading edge.
Completed the installed and fit like a glove.
FWIW, I also have '13 Weathertech mats and Westin step bars - all fit perfectly.
NoDak
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does the OEM bug shield still clip to the leading edge of the hood, or does it actually mount from under the front edge and roll over the leading edge.
the OEM 2012 tacoma bug shield actually clips to the leading edge and i promptly removed it cause that little sqaure patch of protective plastic moves after a while from vibration to the point that the patch will no longer be under the clip. fortunately i caught it before the patch completely slid out from the clip.
if it doesnt mount like the weathertech bug shield, i wont install them.
the OEM 2012 tacoma bug shield actually clips to the leading edge and i promptly removed it cause that little sqaure patch of protective plastic moves after a while from vibration to the point that the patch will no longer be under the clip. fortunately i caught it before the patch completely slid out from the clip.
if it doesnt mount like the weathertech bug shield, i wont install them.
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eddiebx
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they clip on like this: http://www.toyota-4runner.org/5th-g...en-oem-bug-deflectors-work-4.html#post1457299
Not sure if that helps answer your question? BTW, it's not exactly like that I added some extra abrasion protection, the tiny squares of mylar Toyota gives you to protect the brackets from digging into the paint are thin and they suck. I think if u scroll backwards or forwards a few pages on that thread, someone was asking about beefing that part up
dzuwel
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Thanks [MENTION=101037]ridintime[/MENTION], glad someone tried it personally.....now to choose whats the best brand to go...weathertech? AVS? or others...
JayceeP
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There are a few threads on here with quite a bit of info. I know some folks with the AVS reported whistling. Haven't heard that complaint with both the US & CDN OEM deflector.
Also, I don't find the brackets a huge concern. The mylar strips do get crimped up, but they stay in tact. You can get some extras from a bike shop and double them up or just replace every so often if you are worried. I doubled mine up. Haven't looked at them since.
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jrandom
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My clips don't actually touch, they are real close, I can easily slip a piece of folded paper in between the hood and the clip. There is no abrasion on the Mylar either, what I did notice however, you could get wear if the clip face is not parallel with the hood, the corner will touch and could rub. Once all of my clips were on and snug the thing does not move, it doesn't wiggle at all, it's quite rigid, surprisingly. I am definitely keeping an eye on it, 3 months so far all is good.
dzuwel
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what brand did you get? [MENTION=99702]jrandom[/MENTION]
NoDak
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I think the AVS are under hood attachment point, the WT are.
eddiebx
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Thanks for the heads up, I actually already experience the wearing and replaced the mylar patches after having it on for a bit. I noticed what you are talking about way early on fortunately so I was able to catch it in time.
If you look at the pictures I linked you to, I replaced it with a real thick piece of U shaped rubber strip under each bracket (the kind ppl put on the edge of the door to protect the paint, this was all the rage back in the 90s, especially in faux chrome color)
It's been a year and so far so good!
