My 04 Runner (Mod Pics)

[Fourty-four]

By the way, I got a great tip for you. Instead of storing your 4-way lug wrench under the seat (it sticks out!), just lift the rear seat cushion and store it under the cushion. That's where I keep mine.

 

[AndyDe]

Pictures realy do help....
I was just visiting the Wet Okole web site requesting more information where I can across the option of having the back pockets. One minor issue I had was loosing that, but now it seems that for an additional $20.00, you can add the back pockets...FYI

I have requested samples and more information, thanks for posting pictures.

One last question, how long did it take you to get them over your existing seats? I am assuming that you don't have to take them out to install, correct?

It does look like a great fit and they look great!

Andy

 

[texas4rnr]

Hi! No you don't have to remove the previous seats, they go right over the fabric (or leather if you got it).

Didn't know that you could add the pocket feature~ I never use mine and I forgot my lug wrench was even there until I opened up the back door today. I spend most of my driving with the seats down (I had to lift them up today to get the pics)

It took my fiance and I about 30 minutes. The clips are the hardest suckers to get fastened and secure (not a lot of reach under the seats) the head rest was the easiest part .... that was my job. I left everything else to him.

Do either of you have 3rd row seat option?

 

[dwulffusa]

Grill guard and tail light guards look great. I have been looking for a while, and imo a black manik is best suited to the current 4R. Is there any way of messing up an order for one and getting the wrong thing? Did you get online? which website and what is the exact product code/type?

Thanks

 

[texas4rnr]

got the manik grille guard for a steal for 250.00 from a dealership in houston texas. I found it from Ebay but didn't purchase it off there. I called up to the dealership and drove over there to pick it up - came out to about 320.00 after gas .... still a good deal when MSRP is around 500.00 for the black.

Install was easy - no hesitations.

 

[Net4n6]

stitching into the seat covers makes it look 10 times better.

Thank you for posting the seat cover. I ordered CoverKing seat cover for my 06 front and rear. I received them yesterday. Total disappointment. They are totally piece of craps. They claimed custom fit. Trust me. They are not custom fit at all. I work 5 min from Coverking warehouse. I will take the covers to show them how crappy they fit on my seats. If I can return them, I will order WetOkole. For people that live in So. Cal Orange County. Wet Okole has shop in Newport Beach. They will do free installation at the shop. You can go to wetokole website to look up the address.

 

[Net4n6]

I just got back from Coverking warehouse. The manager appologized to me regarding the cover. He admited whoever did the covers didn't do them correctly. He took all the cover out and redo them. He was very nice.

I was very mad before I came there but the guy was very nice and great customer service. I told him to take his time and call me after they are done. I wasted 3 hrs yesterday tried to put the cover on because it was done wrong.

 

[dwulffusa]

Ok I am going to be rude and say that almost all seat covers are nasty. I dont see the point of them. I mean why bother choosing an interior colour or a spec that includes a nice upholstery if you are going to hide it under some other fabric all its life, just to 'preserve it' for the next owner. Its like covering a leather lounge suite with clear plastic, or putting a plastic runner on top of new wool carpets at home.
One exception would be the really nice waterproof jobs you can get for landrovers, emblems and all, which I would put on just for a safari trip and them remove again for daily driving

That said I also used to think that those fluffy sheeps wool covers on a mercedes in the late 80's, early 90's were the sh1t, and everybody had them! : )

 

[texas4rnr]

Ok I am going to be rude and say that almost all seat covers are nasty. I dont see the point of them. I mean why bother choosing an interior colour or a spec that includes a nice upholstery if you are going to hide it under some other fabric all its life, just to 'preserve it' for the next owner. Its like covering a leather lounge suite with clear plastic, or putting a plastic runner on top of new wool carpets at home.

Noted, and that is within your taste and I respect that. However, I don't intend on giving up my car to someone else anytime in the near 10 or 15 years and I got the seat covers from Wet Okole because 1) they are waterproof and I am in and out of water a lot, 2) they are more odor resistant than fabric and I own 3 dogs, 3) they repel dirt and are easier to clean than fabric seats and with water comes mud.... 4) I didn't pick the interior color, i purchased my vehicle used and 5) they never heat up in the sun, fade very little, and maintain their wear forever. I had very little reason NOT to consider buying these covers.

Now, I agree Wal-Mart seat covers or some brand you buy that comes in "one size fits all" is not the way to go and you really are wasting your money. But from here on out, no matter which vehicle I own. I will always invest in the Wet Okoles.

 

[texas4rnr]

Also, just ordered 2 more items off the wish-list. Weathertech In Channel Deflectors and the front set FloorLiner. Will post when they arrive. Is it odd that I spend the money on car stuff instead of a wedding dress?

 

[Uneek]

Is it odd that I spend the money on car stuff instead of a wedding dress?

Of course not! The wedding dress will be used for one day, at most two-three days including the photoshoot. The truck will be around for many years to come and the marriage too, but the dress, nah.

 

[texas4rnr]

New FloorLiners!

After a long wait... I finally bought them! Weathertech Floorliners. I didn't even vacuum out from the old OEM carpet floormats. I'll do that later. I just wanted to get some pics up!

The thing I love most about these liners is there there is no way I can ever stain these mats with mud - Just grab a rag and some cleaner and gone! I also love the raised lip over the door and just the custom look all in all!

 

[texas4rnr]

Another one

 

[texas4rnr]

Uno Mas...

 

[white 04]

WOW! You have a really nice ride in the making! Just me being nosy, but about how much were the okoles and the floor mats. I have never heard of that brand of floor mat, but they are definitely nicer than the huskies I usually get in my trucks...

 

[texas4rnr]

Stuff

Well, the Wet Okole's set me back about 450.00 for front and back. A lot of money but totally worth it to me. Since it's wetsuit material, it repels water, dirt, and i've noticed that it even repels hair! I am a girl and I also have 3 dogs so that's a cool thing. They don't really absorb odors and are always cool. A lot of money, but again well worth it.

The Floorliners were a little bit tougher for me to find a good price, but after long searches I found them last week on sale for 55.00 + shipping 14.99 online which is better than what the manufacturer sells them for.

hope that helps! i'm installing the deflectors tomorrow for the windows!

 

[white 04]

Whew! That is kinda pricey for the seat covers, but I am sure that they are worth it. I have been hearing about Wet Okoles forever, and I'm sure that they have something to offer everyone, not just girls! Can't wait to see the pics of the deflectors!

 

[texas4rnr]

I paid 200 for the fronts and 250 for the back. You don't have to get all at once. They have a plethora of colors - I wanted something that blended well with the car instead of something like flower print that i'd get tired of. Besides...it's not like I can take the top off of the runner... i'll leave the hawaiian flowers for the jeeps.

i purchased from autoanything.com but if i had to do it again i'd do it straight from the manufacturer

 

[white 04]

Jefe, do you know what a plethora is? haha Sorry, I couldn't resist a quote from the all time classic The Three Amigos!! :biggrin2:

 

[texas4rnr]

dork. haha great movie