BlairB's 2008 4Runner

Haven't updated this in way too long, but installed my new fridge (ARB Zero 63) and drawers I built today. Still need to make my wings and filler pieces for the drawers, but almost there!

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Looks great man! That slide for the fridge is sick, where did you get that?

Thanks Josh! I got it from DFG Offroad. Haven't really got to use it yet, but I will say it seems very well built and they have awesome customer service. Originally I was going with a different fridge (my old Edgestar) but ended up deciding I should upgrade. They were great about changing the order.

I am not fully taking advantage of the tilt feature since I mounted it so high. Normally you just push it back it and it tilts down with gravity. I have to lift mine as I push it in, otherwise it will run into the top of the rear door opening. I went back and forth, but decided it was worth it to maximize space. To make it function as intended you need a few extra inches above the fridge.
 
Finally got out to Death Valley for the first time in way too long. Spent 5 days and did 450 miles through the park, most of which was dirt. Definitely took advantage of the suspension travel and all the fuel storage I have!

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...and finally dialed in my storage! All that you don't see here is my backpack, chair and a 10 gallon footwell water tank.

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4th Gens were well represented in our group

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And a few random photos I liked

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After many years of faithful service I decided to part ways with my Baja Rack. Ended up replacing with a Victory 4x4 rack since it will work much better with my Yakima roof box (you can actually see it in the background on my DD).

I feel like I am going to miss the functionality of the basket, but do love how low profile the new rack is!

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4th Generation beauty

Traded in my beloved 4th gen in preparation for retirement but I miss this rig!
 

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Well I finally decided to do something about the ancient audio and went a different direction than most. I am really really happy with the results.

Instead of replacing my headunit I added one of those Apple CarPlay/Dashcam mirrors. I simply have the aux wire routed through the headliner and into my factory aux-in. Sound quality actually seems great. Added bonus is my fridge and rear tire carrier totally blocks my back window, so with the rear camera I can see out the back finally! You can set the mirror up to be half camera (either front or rear), half CarPlay or full screen CarPlay. I will likely keep it CarPlay and rear camera to use it as a digital rear view mirror.

Here is a link to what I the one I bought (actually bought a few and kept the one that seemed the best quality) and a few photos.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BN3R4J8...qYz6gWYRDSGQ0UaAWu6QoT5fDXMe14gfPG7jGiYG9KCTo

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After nearly 18 years, the 4Runner is still going strong and introducing camping to the next generation in my household!

Recently added a Total Chaos +2" LT Sway Bar, upgraded to 650lbs coils in front and will be switching back to OEM exhaust, and replacing tires to help its highway manners and drivability.

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After nearly 18 years, the 4Runner is still going strong and introducing camping to the next generation in my household!

Recently added a Total Chaos +2" LT Sway Bar, upgraded to 650lbs coils in front and will be switching back to OEM exhaust, and replacing tires to help its highway manners and drivability.

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[MENTION=24143]BlairB[/MENTION] Your 4Runner is looking better than ever! It's great to see the next generation is getting an early start in off-roading and camping.
 

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