4runner TRD Pro

[JM4Runner]

:rockon::rockon:

Yep, that $41,110 was also the base MSRP on my Vspec. Mine will come with the factory installed rear cargo tray ($350), and I will be adding a few dealer installed options (floormats, cargo cover and net, and crossbars) at dealer cost.

I went with the super white. As you said, I felt the black all blended together too much, not enough contrast and felt the Inferno was a little too loud.

Dealer said 8-12 weeks before delivery, but I suspect he may merely be trying to hedge his bets and under promise and over deliver.

Cant. ****ing. Wait.

Out of all the dealer options, those would probably be my pic too. For obvious reasons, I buy the truck with just Factory installed options, and just buy the Port installed stuff direct. The Inferno is intense, but will be a hot commodity. Just found out that the 4Runner is the only vehicle we can get at our price. The other two are just selling like hot cakes, and we don't get a discount (Lucky for me it's the one I want). And I'm jealous of your wait because I will have to wait until atleast November it seems, unless I want to pay full price. I'll be sure to post some completed PICS of them as they roll through. Hoping to have the black one done next week, then other colors the folowing week.

 

[Donkey]

First TRD Pro Runner received. Any picture interest for it not fully assembled? Only the suspension has been put on. Probably will not be assembled until next week.

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Just curious about the port installed / final assembly production process. I have toured many vehicle factories (excluding Toyota) as a vendor, typically they produce the complete vehicle. This final port assembly process is foreign to me and Toyota must have good reason to do things this way.

What does it ship with to the port, is it just a normal base trail edition with steel wheels and future spare or temp tires? Are the suspension components for the trip on the boat temporary or standard trail parts? Is there any specific programming applied to any systems, such as VDC, etc?

 

[JM4Runner]

Just curious about the port installed / final assembly production process. I have toured many vehicle factories (excluding Toyota) as a vendor, typically they produce the complete vehicle. This final port assembly process is foreign to me and Toyota must have good reason to do things this way.

What does it ship with to the port, is it just a normal base trail edition with steel wheels and future spare or temp tires? Are the suspension components for the trip on the boat temporary or standard trail parts? Is there any specific programming applied to any systems, such as VDC, etc?

To the Port, you are correct, it is "hybrid" TE/TEP with steelies and future spare. The suspension, wheels, tires, skid plate, and badging are delivered via the Parts Dept. and installed by a technician, along with any other dealer options. Floormats and Shift Knob go in the Vehicle to the Dealer. After the Install, an alignment is done, and then the truck goes through instpection line before getting put on a truck to it's new home. Each vehicle is different and receives different treatment though

 

[NMJack]

We got one Pro on the last ship, but they should start coming on ships in another week or so. Also, you have to factor in your dealer's allocation from the distributor, which I believe is LOS or TMS. Since mostly everything is installed at the Port, if the Parts team doesn't have the right stuff on order, or TMS can't provide them (it happens), then the vehicle will just sit at the Port until the parts come in. Dealers

JM4Runner - great having you on the forum as an "insider." What is LOS and TMS? Since I'm not an off-roader and don't live in a cold climate, I gravitate towards two wheel drive 4Runners, but still watch this other stuff for entertainment. It is interesting that coming out of the factory, the only thing that seems to distinguish the TRDPros is the front grill and the stiching on the seats. Kind of blows away some of the marketing smoke, doesn't it?? :sniper:

 

[Quentin]

I talked to the guy that designed the TRD Pro bed stamping process today. I told him to share the process with the 4Runner plant. Stamped TRD Pro in the quarter of the 4Runner would be boss.

 

[Maverick]

It's getting closer....can't wait!!!

 

[Maverick]

Anyone bored want to do me a photoshop favor? I would like to see a white California license plate on a white TRD pro. Several white TRD pros on this link:

2015 TRD Pro 4Runner ? Behind the Wheel | DaYUUM

there are lots of license plate shots in this thread:

http://www.toyota-4runner.org/5th-g...toyota-4runner-owners-picture-thread-219.html

I might be over thinking this a bit, but it might look like a babies tooth

Thanks!

 

[JM4Runner]

JM4Runner - great having you on the forum as an "insider." What is LOS and TMS? Since I'm not an off-roader and don't live in a cold climate, I gravitate towards two wheel drive 4Runners, but still watch this other stuff for entertainment. It is interesting that coming out of the factory, the only thing that seems to distinguish the TRDPros is the front grill and the stiching on the seats. Kind of blows away some of the marketing smoke, doesn't it?? :sniper:

Glad to be on here! LOS is Toyota's Los Angeles Distribution, and TMS is Toyota Motor Sales (The Mothership). Only reason I can imagine the 4Runner TRD Pro doesn't come like that from the Japan factory is because of shipping/ customs. The Tacoma and Tundra are built right from the factory and put on trains to the distributor for dealer add-ons. Assuming because they are built in the U.S., there's not shipping issues with parts and what not. From a marketing standpoint, it doesn't phase me too much. And as for the stamping mentioned for the 4Runner Pro, HELL YES that would be bad ass!

 

[Pierce22]

Does anybody have any idea how much it would be to replicate the suspension of the TRD Pro on a TEP? I really like how the Pro setup looks in the pictures. I am somewhat reconsidering getting the TEP in favor of the Pro and wanted to see if anybody knows what it would take to make it work. Or if another setup would actually be better then what Toyota has going. The Pro I ordered is supposed to be in by the end of the month, but I am thinking about ordering a TEP so I can get the sunroof and KDSS that I wanted, plus either my dealer or another dealer will do better then MRSP on a TEP. I figure I would have a couple grand in wheels and tires, but dont know what I would have in suspension.

 

[AWD OWNZ U]

Anyone bored want to do me a photoshop favor? I would like to see a white California license plate on a white TRD pro. Several white TRD pros on this link:

2015 TRD Pro 4Runner ? Behind the Wheel | DaYUUM

there are lots of license plate shots in this thread:

http://www.toyota-4runner.org/5th-g...toyota-4runner-owners-picture-thread-219.html

I might be over thinking this a bit, but it might look like a babies tooth

Thanks!

Just don't put a front license plate on. Carry it in the back and if you get pulled over say you never got the front plate bracket and have been procrastinating going back to the dealer to get one. I've lived in LA for 8 years and never run a front plate. I've never gotten a ticket or even had a cop mention it even when I got a tint ticket.

 

[Donkey]

Does anybody have any idea how much it would be to replicate the suspension of the TRD Pro on a TEP?

The parts are not yet available but the part numbers are listed in some pictures, they are different part numbers from the Tacoma baja suspension parts but they are similar. The Tacoma kit is part PTR13-35120 and runs about $1100-$1350 street. From the pictures in the TRD parts thread I would guess the part number for the 4Runner kit (if they offer it) may be PTR13-89150. It will cost more than a similar aftermarket setup, is the added expense worth it for 100% OEM engineering, design and testing? Your wallet can decide.

Once the sku's hit I give it 72 hours before someone is posting pictures of their trail edition with pro suspension parts. Couple hours labor for the install. Guessing the decision to not offer KDSS on the pro was mostly related to product marketing, there is no technical reason (beyond the cost of building a new skid plate, it was recycled from the FJ) it would not work. Nearly the entire package is port installed.

The rear springs appear to not be changed, based on experience with my stock (the front CV angles may even be negative) 2013 Trail edition, the pro should "bulldog" with merely a gallon of milk, suitcase or a dog in the back...will be interesting to see how the pro performs with basic items in the cargo area.

 

[Pierce22]

The parts are not yet available but the part numbers are listed in some pictures, they are different part numbers from the Tacoma baja suspension parts but they are similar. The Tacoma kit is part PTR13-35120 and runs about $1100-$1350 street. From the pictures in the TRD parts thread I would guess the part number for the 4Runner kit (if they offer it) may be PTR13-89150. It will cost more than a similar aftermarket setup, is the added expense worth it for 100% OEM engineering, design and testing? Your wallet can decide.

Once the sku's hit I give it 72 hours before someone is posting pictures of their trail edition with pro suspension parts. Couple hours labor for the install. Guessing the decision to not offer KDSS on the pro was mostly related to product marketing, there is no technical reason (beyond the cost of building a new skid plate, it was recycled from the FJ) it would not work. Nearly the entire package is port installed.

The rear springs appear to not be changed, based on experience with my stock (the front CV angles may even be negative) 2013 Trail edition, the pro should "bulldog" with merely a gallon of milk, suitcase or a dog in the back...will be interesting to see how the pro performs with basic items in the cargo area.

The reason I started looking at the 4runner in the first place was because of the Pro. I liked that it looks a little bit lifted over a stock and then with the TRD rims. After finding this forum and finding out that it will not have a sunroof (no problem with the reduction in roof height since I am about an inch away from using a couple of books to see over the steering wheel and blocks on my shoes.), I think I could handle a lift or at least pay someone to do it. I had been counting the days until the truck was supposed to be in, but now it is out of dread instead of joy. I can't decide what to do.

 

[DannyLlama]

The reason I started looking at the 4runner in the first place was because of the Pro. I liked that it looks a little bit lifted over a stock and then with the TRD rims. After finding this forum and finding out that it will not have a sunroof (no problem with the reduction in roof height since I am about an inch away from using a couple of books to see over the steering wheel and blocks on my shoes.), I think I could handle a lift or at least pay someone to do it. I had been counting the days until the truck was supposed to be in, but now it is out of dread instead of joy. I can't decide what to do.

I can tell you from experience of wanting to purchase a ready vehicle and now have done numerous mods.

I initially wasn't planning on doing anything to the truck. I wanted a limited, I got one used and I have been happily working on it. It wasn't brand new so doing stuff to it wasn't as much as a concern.

If I bought a PRO and than wanted to do these things, I would always be hesitant to not spend more money on a 45k + truck and than the fact of resell value, someone who wants a PRO will want it as it came out and not modified.

What if you want a bigger lift? What if you want to add lights? Heavier armor? etc.. If any of these things MIGHT happen than don't buy a PRO, get a trail or limited and take your time modifying it. It will become yours, something you put together and all the bit cheaper.

The only downfall is the lack of bumper to bumper warranty.

IMHO

 

[JM4Runner]

The reason I started looking at the 4runner in the first place was because of the Pro. I liked that it looks a little bit lifted over a stock and then with the TRD rims. After finding this forum and finding out that it will not have a sunroof (no problem with the reduction in roof height since I am about an inch away from using a couple of books to see over the steering wheel and blocks on my shoes.), I think I could handle a lift or at least pay someone to do it. I had been counting the days until the truck was supposed to be in, but now it is out of dread instead of joy. I can't decide what to do.

I wouldn't necessarily dread it, but I know the feeling of something being taken away. I am mostly sad about the sunroof living in FL. The TRD Pro is a very nice stock suspension IMO even compared to the KDSS. As the arguements go, I think it's up to you to decide on what you want the rig for. I'm estimating the costs to replicate on a KDSS equipped TEP to be between $4-6K for the average Joe. That's if you were to include only the things I find essential to setting the TEP and TRD Pro apart. Suspension, rims/tires, skid plate, front fascia/ paint, badging, and labor. Could probably cut that by $1500 if you didn't care about the front fascia, but that's the biggest thing to set it apart. Funny, I once put down a $1200 deposit on an Audi A4, just because those sweet LED's in the headlights. Payment was going to be WAY more than I wanted for just headlights. I got practical and went another direction. Also, will YOU really be able to tell the difference between the KDSS and the Bilstein suspension? You may like the Bilstein setup better, who knows! If you were dead set on the KDSS, I would go with that if you know the difference. Hell, ask the dealer if they would install the suspension from the Pro on your TEP... Probably a million questions you can ask yourself and compare the two. Not trying to rant, just hate to hear someone dreading the delivery of a pretty damn nice truck. Like I said before, if I could have held out on my trade in for 4-5 months, I would have waited, but fortunately I'm lucky enough to get enough of a deal that it's woth eating a couple thousand bucks. Still counting the days til I can order a TRD Pro :jump:

 

[JM4Runner]

I can tell you from experience of wanting to purchase a ready vehicle and now have done numerous mods.

I initially wasn't planning on doing anything to the truck. I wanted a limited, I got one used and I have been happily working on it. It wasn't brand new so doing stuff to it wasn't as much as a concern.

If I bought a PRO and than wanted to do these things, I would always be hesitant to not spend more money on a 45k + truck and than the fact of resell value, someone who wants a PRO will want it as it came out and not modified.

What if you want a bigger lift? What if you want to add lights? Heavier armor? etc.. If any of these things MIGHT happen than don't buy a PRO, get a trail or limited and take your time modifying it. It will become yours, something you put together and all the bit cheaper.

The only downfall is the lack of bumper to bumper warranty.

IMHO

I agree with this. I want a capable/ good looking rig for 3 years until it's paid off. Then let the modding begin!

 

[crackiswack]

FWIW since none of us has driven TRD Pro, the lack of the KDSS is kind of a killer IMO. Unless the front suspension is significantly stiffer the non KDSS swaybars makes just allow for too much roll on road IME. I couldn't stand the SR5 i test drove coming from an XREAS sport edition 4th gen. The TE with KDSS and swapped suspension IMO would be a better setup than the TRD Pro

 

[Pierce22]

I haven't even driven a truck with KDSS. From what I read on here and other places, the KDSS handles a lot better then a nonKDSS. So I probably wouldn't know the difference to begin with between the two. As for mods, I have already ordered a new bumper. Rock sliders will be soon and also a roof rack. I plan on keeping the 4runner for a long time. My kids will start driving in a couple of years and it was my plan to let them drive it until it dies. My dealer is supposed to get a TEP in roughly about the same time as the Pro, so I will probably just drive both of them and see which one I like better. From a cosmetic standpoint, I like the Pro better to drive off lot (wheels, front, and the stance).

 

[Malonewolf]

FWIW since none of us has driven TRD Pro, the lack of the KDSS is kind of a killer IMO. Unless the front suspension is significantly stiffer the non KDSS swaybars makes just allow for too much roll on road IME. I couldn't stand the SR5 i test drove coming from an XREAS sport edition 4th gen. The TE with KDSS and swapped suspension IMO would be a better setup than the TRD Pro

Do you guys think dealers will be allowing test drives of the TRD Pro?

 

[Malonewolf]

The reason I started looking at the 4runner in the first place was because of the Pro. I liked that it looks a little bit lifted over a stock and then with the TRD rims. After finding this forum and finding out that it will not have a sunroof (no problem with the reduction in roof height since I am about an inch away from using a couple of books to see over the steering wheel and blocks on my shoes.), I think I could handle a lift or at least pay someone to do it. I had been counting the days until the truck was supposed to be in, but now it is out of dread instead of joy. I can't decide what to do.

I 2nd this. I didn't even consider the 4runner until i saw the TRD Pro. I bet you once they hit the showrooms and the streets a lot of people will be thinking the same thing.

 

[MAXISTYLES]

Do you guys think dealers will be allowing test drives of the TRD Pro?

Nope.