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Special isn't the word... insane is more like it!
Itsdchz- 2015 SR5-P Build Thread
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Special isn't the word... insane is more like it!
Magnetic4R
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one day, just maybe. I might have a trail hood....
itsdchz
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I swear, I put out every feeler known to man, checked with copart's and such.. nothing.. The sting of the $$ should be short-lived when I snap new pics!
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Installed Pathfinder Outdoors FTS Snorkel:
Thanks Nathan - [MENTION=64685]TOY2G[/MENTION]
FTS 5th Gen Snorkel Kit Toyota 4Runner
Received the snorkel, well packaged, and fast!
Fiberglass Snorkel- Wasn't fond of the fact that it was fiberglass, but willing to take the chance! Well made, and seemed to look as if it would fit well. Not fond of the Snorkel Intake Head. Have a universal, more Safari looking one coming today.
Decided the glossy look of the fiberglass painted was not going to fit my 4Runner look. I painted it the Dupli-color Bumper Trim Flat Black that I have been using for years on my FJ and 4Runner. It will match the rest of the trim perfectly AND when I paint my Fender Trim, it will be a perfect match!
Painted using Duple-Color Bumper Trim:
You can see the difference in finish, as here is the underside
NOTE:
As seen in the below picture, I made my own headless anchor bolts. I simply went to Lowes, obtained the M8 x 1.25 in an 1 1/2" length and cut them carefully with the Dremel, and verify threads before mounting to the Snorkel. I then used loctite-red and used the supplied washer that came with the kit, and added the appropriate lock washer and nut. Made it MUCH easier for placement and install. I would have fought this trying to find the hole through the fender blindly. It also helped to make sure the Snorkel was placed correctly AND that all holes lined up:
Begin the Drilling. I forgot to get a picture of the template laid on fender. It is a tricky template as you simply line it to the top of the Fender trim, and hope for correct placement. Once I felt lucky, I center punched the holes:
Drilled smaller pilot holes before using the Step Bit to achieve a 9/16" hole:
9/16"
At this point, I removed some of the fender liner bolts and peeled down the fender liner to gain access to the inner fender. Only needed to remove the top 3, and one on the upper side towards the passenger compartment. This made it easy to get my arm up.
Removal of airbox should be done as well:
Time to cut a 3 7/8" hole. Rather than buy a new hole saw, I reused the 4 1/8" that I had from installing a snorkel on my FJ. Seemed like it wouldn't make a big difference, as a 4" hole was also suggested from Pathfinder.
NOTE:
It is best to drill using the upper fender angle first, as there is more fender to cut. If you use the lower, more straight up and down angle, it will be much harder to cut when you hit the upper part of the fender. You can see what I mean in pics below.
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Thanks Nathan - [MENTION=64685]TOY2G[/MENTION]
FTS 5th Gen Snorkel Kit Toyota 4Runner
Received the snorkel, well packaged, and fast!
Fiberglass Snorkel- Wasn't fond of the fact that it was fiberglass, but willing to take the chance! Well made, and seemed to look as if it would fit well. Not fond of the Snorkel Intake Head. Have a universal, more Safari looking one coming today.
Decided the glossy look of the fiberglass painted was not going to fit my 4Runner look. I painted it the Dupli-color Bumper Trim Flat Black that I have been using for years on my FJ and 4Runner. It will match the rest of the trim perfectly AND when I paint my Fender Trim, it will be a perfect match!
Painted using Duple-Color Bumper Trim:
You can see the difference in finish, as here is the underside
NOTE:
As seen in the below picture, I made my own headless anchor bolts. I simply went to Lowes, obtained the M8 x 1.25 in an 1 1/2" length and cut them carefully with the Dremel, and verify threads before mounting to the Snorkel. I then used loctite-red and used the supplied washer that came with the kit, and added the appropriate lock washer and nut. Made it MUCH easier for placement and install. I would have fought this trying to find the hole through the fender blindly. It also helped to make sure the Snorkel was placed correctly AND that all holes lined up:
Begin the Drilling. I forgot to get a picture of the template laid on fender. It is a tricky template as you simply line it to the top of the Fender trim, and hope for correct placement. Once I felt lucky, I center punched the holes:
Drilled smaller pilot holes before using the Step Bit to achieve a 9/16" hole:
9/16"
At this point, I removed some of the fender liner bolts and peeled down the fender liner to gain access to the inner fender. Only needed to remove the top 3, and one on the upper side towards the passenger compartment. This made it easy to get my arm up.
Removal of airbox should be done as well:
Time to cut a 3 7/8" hole. Rather than buy a new hole saw, I reused the 4 1/8" that I had from installing a snorkel on my FJ. Seemed like it wouldn't make a big difference, as a 4" hole was also suggested from Pathfinder.
NOTE:
It is best to drill using the upper fender angle first, as there is more fender to cut. If you use the lower, more straight up and down angle, it will be much harder to cut when you hit the upper part of the fender. You can see what I mean in pics below.
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Test Fit, just hanging on the Anchor studs. Looks good enough to tighten down!
Tightened Down:
I used a silicone tube that was left over from another install, to go over the FTS inlet and the stock airbox connection. I will probably RTV at some point, but the connection is pretty water tight for now. Stock airbox fit over the FTS inlet perfectly. The holes and alignment, much to my surprise, was PERFECT. The inlet from the FTS (seen in above post) was perfectly centered in the opening:
Tightened Down:
FTS Snorkel Head attached. Safari ABS style coming today.
NOTE:
The Plate that attaches to the A Pillar is supplied with silver bolts. I will be painting, as the silver ruins the look. Also note that the plate will need to be built up with double sided tape, as it does NOT lay flat to A Pillar. FTS supplies one layer of double sided tape, AND self tapping screws. The screws could not be used in my case as the plate is about 5/8" from A Pillar. I also used one 6" piece of double sided tape along the snorkel back, from just below where the head attaches, and down the snorkel.
Tightened Down:
I used a silicone tube that was left over from another install, to go over the FTS inlet and the stock airbox connection. I will probably RTV at some point, but the connection is pretty water tight for now. Stock airbox fit over the FTS inlet perfectly. The holes and alignment, much to my surprise, was PERFECT. The inlet from the FTS (seen in above post) was perfectly centered in the opening:
Tightened Down:
FTS Snorkel Head attached. Safari ABS style coming today.
NOTE:
The Plate that attaches to the A Pillar is supplied with silver bolts. I will be painting, as the silver ruins the look. Also note that the plate will need to be built up with double sided tape, as it does NOT lay flat to A Pillar. FTS supplies one layer of double sided tape, AND self tapping screws. The screws could not be used in my case as the plate is about 5/8" from A Pillar. I also used one 6" piece of double sided tape along the snorkel back, from just below where the head attaches, and down the snorkel.
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My wife does not like running Cali plates. Ever since I got these on her Range Rover, she will not run the Cali plates. Had them on her Lexus, and 1 motorcycle cop harasses the hell out of her. Pulls her over for a fix it ticket and harassment. Sold the Lexus 1 month ago, and now she runs them on her Highlander. Legal? NO....
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Thank you! Yes cringe factor is REAL!
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Thanks [MENTION=103267]Saker[/MENTION] !
How is the white color for showing scratches, etc from going off road? Do you know if it is a base and clear or just base?
I still haven't decided on a color, but want to go with the matter grey TRD rims, so I need a color that will look good with those. The blue and red would look cool, but after reading several posts, they are prone to showing scratched.
Thank you!
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I still haven't decided on a color, but want to go with the matter grey TRD rims, so I need a color that will look good with those. The blue and red would look cool, but after reading several posts, they are prone to showing scratched.
Thank you!
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The white has a clear coat. Toyota 4Runner paint is thin and seems very soft. I haven't had any scratches other than front and rear (plastic) bumper, but I do notice a few blips here and there from things hitting it, and when I changed out badging on C Pillar. So far for trail, it has handled the rocks and branches well, with pin striping buffed out easily. I would say it holds up average, but shows less imperfections than other darker colors.
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Thank you for the awesome compliment! Your ride is looking quite nice as well!
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Installed some LED DRL's last night. Here are a few iPhone pictures of my dirty 4Runner after the install last night.
The lights are from Aiden James Customs
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They were very easy to install, and the directions were very good, and precise. Took me about 2.5 hours, but that is because I took my time, and made sure all wiring was zip tied, hidden and looked factory.
The kit that Aiden James gives is AMAZING quality! OEM foglight housing, with LED's already installed, and wired beautifully! VERY quality work, up to my standards, by far! The kit also comes with the correct length of wiring, loomed, and all connections ready to connect, and VERY self explanatory, especially with the very detailed instructions. Trickiest part was separating the relay box bottom from the housing to tap a wire in that box. It was easy, but I wanted to make sure not to break tabs.
Very happy with the kit and customer service. Only downside to ordering was the 7-10 day custom-made-to-order wait time that really took 25 days.... BUT SO WORTH IT!
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The lights are from Aiden James Customs
Home
They were very easy to install, and the directions were very good, and precise. Took me about 2.5 hours, but that is because I took my time, and made sure all wiring was zip tied, hidden and looked factory.
The kit that Aiden James gives is AMAZING quality! OEM foglight housing, with LED's already installed, and wired beautifully! VERY quality work, up to my standards, by far! The kit also comes with the correct length of wiring, loomed, and all connections ready to connect, and VERY self explanatory, especially with the very detailed instructions. Trickiest part was separating the relay box bottom from the housing to tap a wire in that box. It was easy, but I wanted to make sure not to break tabs.
Very happy with the kit and customer service. Only downside to ordering was the 7-10 day custom-made-to-order wait time that really took 25 days.... BUT SO WORTH IT!
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I actually had the Trail Gear sliders on the FJ, which I really liked. But I am now a great fan of the Shrockworrks with the dimpled plates. They extend a little further than than the TG's as well as the family is pleased with the step.
I had Demerol's on order, but after 4 weeks of waiting, and 2-3 weeks to go, I received an offer from a local forum member to buy his new Shrockworks off him, as he ordered some, and his girlfriend ordered from the same GB, which left him with an extra set. Glad I did that!
BTW thanks for the compliments!
Lucky Dog! I'm on the fence between Demello and Shrockworks. Shrockworks shipping cost makes Demello's more appealing for me since I am in Socal and can pick up. Decision, decisions...
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