OEM Mudflaps with Auto Running Boards
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Jaker
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Just finished installing the OEM mudguards on my 2012 with automatic running boards.
Gentlemen, the modification necessary to accomplish this installation is a 2 on a scale from 1-10. (The only reason I haven't given it a 1 is because you need tools; 1s are reserved for changing a light bulb or pushing a button :thumb3: )
Tools needed:
5mm allen wrench
4mm allen wrench
Anyway, you will need the 5mm allen wrench to remove the four allen screws which hold each running board to the hangars which actually deploy them.
After you've removed the boards from the hangar, you'll need a 4mm allen wrench to loosen two metal squares which hold a metal bar in place at each hangar attachment point. Once these 4mm allen screws are loosened, you'll be able to slide the running boards back and forth as desired.
To install OEM mudguards, you'll need to push back the running boards so that they sit flush with the front of the rear fender wells.
Installation is the reverse of removal.
Enjoy.
Gentlemen, the modification necessary to accomplish this installation is a 2 on a scale from 1-10. (The only reason I haven't given it a 1 is because you need tools; 1s are reserved for changing a light bulb or pushing a button :thumb3: )
Tools needed:
5mm allen wrench
4mm allen wrench
Anyway, you will need the 5mm allen wrench to remove the four allen screws which hold each running board to the hangars which actually deploy them.
After you've removed the boards from the hangar, you'll need a 4mm allen wrench to loosen two metal squares which hold a metal bar in place at each hangar attachment point. Once these 4mm allen screws are loosened, you'll be able to slide the running boards back and forth as desired.
To install OEM mudguards, you'll need to push back the running boards so that they sit flush with the front of the rear fender wells.
Installation is the reverse of removal.
Enjoy.
southman_70
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Well said Jaker. Did mine this weekend also and to think Toyota said it couldn't be done but by saying that it only cost me $54 for the mudflaps.Just finished installing the OEM mudguards on my 2012 with automatic running boards.
Gentlemen, the modification necessary to accomplish this installation is a 2 on a scale from 1-10. (The only reason I haven't given it a 1 is because you need tools; 1s are reserved for changing a light bulb or pushing a button :thumb3: )
Tools needed:
5mm allen wrench
4mm allen wrench
Anyway, you will need the 5mm allen wrench to remove the four allen screws which hold each running board to the hangars which actually deploy them.
After you've removed the boards from the hangar, you'll need a 4mm allen wrench to loosen two metal squares which hold a metal bar in place at each hangar attachment point. Once these 4mm allen screws are loosened, you'll be able to slide the running boards back and forth as desired.
To install OEM mudguards, you'll need to push back the running boards so that they sit flush with the front of the rear fender wells.
Installation is the reverse of removal.
Enjoy.
Hawaiian4runner
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Fit On trail model?
Anyone know if the power step fits on a trail model?
Anyone know if the power step fits on a trail model?
Stevo4runner
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Stevo4runner
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GoHerd
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Started to take this on this evening and realized that the mini-mudflaps on the front may be in the way. Husky install suggests cutting them to make way for the husky flaps. Did you remove them or cut them for the OEMs?Just finished installing the OEM mudguards on my 2012 with automatic running boards.
Gentlemen, the modification necessary to accomplish this installation is a 2 on a scale from 1-10. (The only reason I haven't given it a 1 is because you need tools; 1s are reserved for changing a light bulb or pushing a button :thumb3: )
Tools needed:
5mm allen wrench
4mm allen wrench
Anyway, you will need the 5mm allen wrench to remove the four allen screws which hold each running board to the hangars which actually deploy them.
After you've removed the boards from the hangar, you'll need a 4mm allen wrench to loosen two metal squares which hold a metal bar in place at each hangar attachment point. Once these 4mm allen screws are loosened, you'll be able to slide the running boards back and forth as desired.
To install OEM mudguards, you'll need to push back the running boards so that they sit flush with the front of the rear fender wells.
Installation is the reverse of removal.
Enjoy.
And is it only the auto running boards that have the mini flaps?
Jaker
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Hmm. I'm not quite sure what you mean by the mini-mudflaps. I didn't have to remove or cut anything for my OEM mudguard installation other than what I described in my directions.
GoHerd
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Finally got this done on July 4. The mini mud guards are in the way but I realized after cutting one of them that they can be placed on top of the full-sized mud guards.
Thanks a bunch for the great tip on adjusting the auto running boards -- dealer didn't know. It was pretty darned easy. And the front guards required only two small holes each side so I went ahead and bit the bullet and put them in.
The flaps detract slightly from the lines of the truck but I think it's probably worth it for the prevention of splatter and rock chips. I imagine I'll really appreciate it come winter.
Hawaiian4runner
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Fit on trail?
I was told no but this was by a salesman not the parts or service people. When I look at how it's mounted on the SR5 and Limited, looks like it can be done on the trail but some customization will be required. Of course an authorized dealer won't do it but I bet it can be done. If you can cut brackets and weld, should be possible. Why don't one of you try it and then post it and I'll follow. lol.
I was told no but this was by a salesman not the parts or service people. When I look at how it's mounted on the SR5 and Limited, looks like it can be done on the trail but some customization will be required. Of course an authorized dealer won't do it but I bet it can be done. If you can cut brackets and weld, should be possible. Why don't one of you try it and then post it and I'll follow. lol.
Jaker
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Ohhh. I think now I know what you're referring to as the mini mud guards now. Sorry about that. Yeah, there' no need to trim or remove them for installation of the OEM ones at least. Looks like you got them installed with the Husky ones just fine except for the one you cut.
Happy to help.
Skeletor03
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Not to highjack...but has anyone thought of spraying bed liner on the steps? it was raining the other night and my foot slipped while jumping in to the truck from the auto running boards.
Glad to have found this thread, Was getting ready to return my "Crap" OEM all-weather mats along with the mudguards that clearly do not fit. Thanks Dealer inept Parts Department.
Seems relatively easy (have not crawled back under yet) to adjust the auto-running boards BUT part about "Fitting OEM flaps over the mini-flaps already there, am I reading that right?
IF all is still well with this, will re-tackle tomorrow. PIA to have to tweak but thanks to "Here" - at least some stone/crap protection is still possible. For those pondering and think "Nah" a LOT of junk gets flung up there, flaps would be a big help.
Seems relatively easy (have not crawled back under yet) to adjust the auto-running boards BUT part about "Fitting OEM flaps over the mini-flaps already there, am I reading that right?
IF all is still well with this, will re-tackle tomorrow. PIA to have to tweak but thanks to "Here" - at least some stone/crap protection is still possible. For those pondering and think "Nah" a LOT of junk gets flung up there, flaps would be a big help.
Mmmm, just got done with the install 5 mins ago. Thanks to this Forum instead of being returned and going through a Winter in the Pocono Mountains with NO protection - They are on my truck. I had to move the running boards.
Not a huge deal, backs took about 4 minutes to install.
Look good and if what was already on the bottom of my 1 week old truck in nice weather is any indication - these things are a MUST.
Not a huge deal, backs took about 4 minutes to install.
Look good and if what was already on the bottom of my 1 week old truck in nice weather is any indication - these things are a MUST.
Jaker
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Somewhat correct. The new mudflaps sort of get inserted in and between the pre-existing rubber mini-flaps. I'll try and take some pictures tomorrow for better explanation.
GoHerd
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If you put 'em on, better keep 'em on
I had to move back the auto boards to get it them to fit. That didn't take too long.
The "mini mudflaps" on the front can remain on -- you kinda have to mount the OEM additions underneath these.
I had mine on a couple months and, frankly, got tired of looking at them. On the Limited Edition, they look a bit awkward, I think, and they slightly spoil the rugged looks of the truck. I don't think it's as bad on the SR5s because the tires are wider, but they seem too large on the Limited. Ugh.
So a couple weeks ago, I went to remove them, knowing full well they would leave small holes where the screws were. That was not the problem. The flaps trapped grit between the flaps and the fenderwells and the rocker panel and scratched the buhjeezus out of them where they vibrate. I mean bad.
Wish I had never put them on. The scratches were so evident, I had to put them back on.
Note that the Husky Liner flaps call for, and ship with, the clear film to go under where they meet the fenderwells. Now I know why.
If you're wanting to put the flaps on, then commit to it because, unfortunately, they do more damage than rocks would. Crap.
I admit they don't look *that* bad, but the Runner looks better without them. I suppose I'll appreciate them come this winter. I figured those auto boards might get pretty gummed up with slush, salt, cinders and ice.
I had to move back the auto boards to get it them to fit. That didn't take too long.
The "mini mudflaps" on the front can remain on -- you kinda have to mount the OEM additions underneath these.
I had mine on a couple months and, frankly, got tired of looking at them. On the Limited Edition, they look a bit awkward, I think, and they slightly spoil the rugged looks of the truck. I don't think it's as bad on the SR5s because the tires are wider, but they seem too large on the Limited. Ugh.
So a couple weeks ago, I went to remove them, knowing full well they would leave small holes where the screws were. That was not the problem. The flaps trapped grit between the flaps and the fenderwells and the rocker panel and scratched the buhjeezus out of them where they vibrate. I mean bad.
Wish I had never put them on. The scratches were so evident, I had to put them back on.
Note that the Husky Liner flaps call for, and ship with, the clear film to go under where they meet the fenderwells. Now I know why.
If you're wanting to put the flaps on, then commit to it because, unfortunately, they do more damage than rocks would. Crap.
I admit they don't look *that* bad, but the Runner looks better without them. I suppose I'll appreciate them come this winter. I figured those auto boards might get pretty gummed up with slush, salt, cinders and ice.
EDIT:
Just finished installing the OEM mudguards on my 2012 with automatic running boards.
Gentlemen, the modification necessary to accomplish this installation is a 2 on a scale from 1-10. (The only reason I haven't given it a 1 is because you need tools; 1s are reserved for changing a light bulb or pushing a button :thumb3: )
Tools needed:
5mm allen wrench
4mm allen wrench
Anyway, you will need the 5mm allen wrench to remove the four allen screws which hold each running board to the hangars which actually deploy them.
After you've removed the boards from the hangar, you'll need a 4mm allen wrench to loosen two metal squares which hold a metal bar in place at each hangar attachment point. Once these 4mm allen screws are loosened, you'll be able to slide the running boards back and forth as desired.
To install OEM mudguards, you'll need to push back the running boards so that they sit flush with the front of the rear fender wells.
Installation is the reverse of removal.
Enjoy.
ORIGINAL POST:
Howdy everyone,
I'm new here (first post). I've been lurking for about a week or so reading up on various subjects. I recently traded in my 2011 Evo X for a 2012 Limited 4x4. (An upcoming career change necessitated a different ride.)
Anyway, this isn't our first 4Runner though. We used to own a 2001 SR5 with sport package that we only recently sold a year or two ago.
Here's my question. (I apologize in advance if it's been posted/asked before but my initial searches turned up nothing.)
Can the OEM mudflaps be installed with the auto-deploying running boards without modification?
Thanks in advance,
I just wanted to thank Jaker for the write up, thank you. Just got done doing this to my 2013 LTE with auto boards. Appreciate the info.
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