Drivers Side “A” Pillar Grip Handle Installed on 2014 -2025 T4R

[Big_Cuss]

Btw not sure if it was mentioned but I 100% guarantee this handle was left off just the US 4Runner because of US-specific crash testing.
Not positive which test, but I'm guessing that it impeded on the dummy (or the dummy's momentum pushed it into the handle orclose to it) in some offset or frontal crash.

Guessing something about the GX or other model Lexus SUVs made it impede differently or to a lesser extent.

 

[GX4SEVEND]

I sent an email as well asking for pricing and availability and haven’t heard back.

Side note.....those part numbers listed do not have the color option listed so the dealer needs that. It also comes up as a passenger side handle in Toyota’s system.


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[Compromised4Runner]

[MENTION=154554]Jasontamu[/MENTION] how much will the item cost (shipped)?

 

[toy33]

So I did order and since paying have not received a reply ? Funny because he was readily available with back and forth emails until sending money, then silence. Sent another email today and hope to hear back.

Seems like a legit guy from all the posts, hope he's just busy.

Will update next week which is plenty of time for a reply.

He is probably just busy. He is an engineer for Boeing, so his work takes him away at times.
I think you will receive a reply as soon as he gets to it.

Yes, got a reply !! He's been having difficulties with whoever welds the brackets for him. Anyway not in a hurry just was wondering what was going on and now I know.


So the scary part of this mod will be the drilling for second hole of the bracket … any tips and/or things to watch out for ??

 

[Jasontamu]

Yes, got a reply !! He's been having difficulties with whoever welds the brackets for him. Anyway not in a hurry just was wondering what was going on and now I know.


So the scary part of this mod will be the drilling for second hole of the bracket … any tips and/or things to watch out for ??

dont worry about drilling - i provide a template of exactly where to drill - and no one else has had an issue so its working out great....location wise.

hey sorry ya guys - my welder/machine shop guys is an near by my work and he is full up aerospace level machine shop - so my "litlle bracket cut and weld job" is not his top priority. he has to run a machine shop business and employee people so his priority is on contracted high dollar work. so i usually have to stop by, see how it going, even help him or a worker make them.

i made a mold that aids in them welding them at the appropriate angle, etc.

then lastly - when i travel with work doesn't help. I take some with me on travel and as those that received some from me know i ship usps - so i have go to nearest USPS in whatever city im in to get orders out to individuals.

so know im working it. I will have some this week coming for sure and yours is one. having 20 made this time - i leave to maimi the week of the 7th then DC the following week or the week after that.

thanks guys!

-J

 

[Jasontamu]

I sent an email as well asking for pricing and availability and haven’t heard back.

Side note.....those part numbers listed do not have the color option listed so the dealer needs that. It also comes up as a passenger side handle in Toyota’s system.


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correct, the part numbers dont say colors - which is so difficult and why i really recommend purchasing from your local toyota dealership counter - if they get it wrong and order you the wrong color they will make it right and order again...but if you order from some toyota website then its much more difficult to return pay shipping, etc.

that happened to me - see the attached pic - when i did this on my own 4runner i ordered the handles and the two caps of the handle in what i thought was grey and i was sent a gray handle and two TAN caps.

so my own 4runner was like this until i got around to visiting my local dealer and using the numbers provided the parts counter guy was able to find the correct color part numbers.

yes - the handle is an OEM passenger side handle - which you flip 190 degree's and tada...becomes a drivers side handle....

Thanks,
-J

 

[Jasontamu]

I sent an email as well asking for pricing and availability and haven’t heard back.

Side note.....those part numbers listed do not have the color option listed so the dealer needs that. It also comes up as a passenger side handle in Toyota’s system.


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i sent a PM, maybe i missed your email im my gmail?? check your pms'

[MENTION=154554]Jasontamu[/MENTION] how much will the item cost (shipped)?

sent you a pm sir.

-J

 

[sclui56]

Re Color:

The last 2 characters are the color code, "B0" is the light grey

74615-60040-B0 PLUG, FR ASSIST GRIP
74616-60040-B0 PLUG, FR ASSIST GRIP
74680-60010-B0 GRIP ASSY, PILLAR AS

If you know the other trim color codes, simply substitute.

 

[Ditchhanger]

[MENTION=154554]Jasontamu[/MENTION]...sent you a PM!

 

[zzmikey]

I would like one as well please [MENTION=154554]Jasontamu[/MENTION]

do i need to order the handle separately? through where?

 

[FZRunner]

contact info

[email protected]

Because he travels, this is the best way to get a hold of him. I found this out earlier, and thought I'd share. PM's may take a while.

 

[Jasontamu]

I would like one as well please [MENTION=154554]Jasontamu[/MENTION]

do i need to order the handle separately? through where?

sending you a pm sir.

yes, handle you get from your local dealer is best to ensure you get right color, etc.

-J

 

[Jasontamu]

yes email is always best...

hey guys, i finally got a batch done yesterday from my welder. so i have a lot in stock and ready to ship. i drilled holes and painted half of them yesterday and for those that already paid I'm shipping out tomorrow. i know some have waited a bit, i apologies...

thanks,
-J

 

[Jasontamu]

I made a large batch with welder....im going to Miami for work next week 7-11th but I'm taking 5 with me....so I can ship from USPS from out of town...

Let me know..
J

 

[GX4SEVEND]

Thank you for the update. Already got the stuff from the dealer just waiting on the bracket now.


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[Chadabear]

Nut sert

Are these brackets aluminum or steel?
I use these on my race car and other atv's where we want to add a ground to the chassis, and not just put a sheet metal screw or have to drill and tap the hole. I'm primarily speaking of the main bolt hole for the handle itself, not the mount to the A-pillar. I plan to do attach mine to the A-pillar with the nut serts. But figured for the $$, its one less thing floating around in the package, and you can make it a permanent part of the bracket as a complete assembly.

https://www.amazon.com/Smittybilt-2...argid=aud-829758849484:pla-524049154200&psc=1

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sz2yZNqGNqo&feature=youtu.be

 

[Jasontamu]

Are these brackets aluminum or steel?
I use these on my race car and other atv's where we want to add a ground to the chassis, and not just put a sheet metal screw or have to drill and tap the hole. I'm primarily speaking of the main bolt hole for the handle itself, not the mount to the A-pillar. I plan to do attach mine to the A-pillar with the nut serts. But figured for the $$, its one less thing floating around in the package, and you can make it a permanent part of the bracket as a complete assembly.

https://www.amazon.com/Smittybilt-2...argid=aud-829758849484:pla-524049154200&psc=1

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sz2yZNqGNqo&feature=youtu.be

thats a great option but doesn't leave any float room for install of the handle. If i put a nutsert then everyone installing must be PERFECT in locating the handle during install onto the A pillar. it would make the install a bit more difficult.

i use the floating nutplates for this ease ....for install...considering not everyone is as handy as me and you...

-J

 

[Jasontamu]

Thank you for the update. Already got the stuff from the dealer just waiting on the bracket now.


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i emailed your tracking!

thank you sir!

-J

 

[Jasontamu]

Im currently in Miami for work this week and brought 5 with me....after i sell these 5 then ill be home by friday.

i can ship from here...at any usps. they are painted, prepped and ready to go. again first come first serve....

thanks,
-J

 

[toy33]

Received package today, now to order handle.

Thanks Jason ! Will update with pic when done.