Request: Pic of grille gards on 2004 4runners

[xpdnrunner]

safari gard

Hi Kev,
Safari Gard made this grill gard. It's only integrated with the winch in terms of how the fit of the gard is custom for clearance of the fairlead. Here are some pics of how it has been mounted to the front of the frame.

Tory

 

[xpdnrunner]

another

 

[xpdnrunner]

and one more

 

[Biff]

I had the WAAG grille guard-BIG WASTE OF MONEY. Next year ARB will come out with there integrated bumper, will probably cost as much as the Manik or WAAG. I would buy an ARB if I was you(when it comes out) thats what I'm going to do after buying the WAAG($500 down the drain).

 

[Jason B]

Some other options/pics.

 

[Border411]

Hey xpdnrunner...your truck looks sweet! How much did that guard cost ya? Why didnt they market it? That seems to be what everyone is looking for!

 

[xpdnrunner]

So here's the story...This truck is one of 2-4? in existence that were modded by a Safari Gard in Marietta California for Toyota Motor Co. The trucks were used to promote the new 4runner on a Discover TV show and at the Chicago car show.
Here is a link:

http://www.rockcrawler.com/features/newsshorts/03february/toyota_4runner.asp
Eighteen months ago I saw these truck on TV and I dreamed of modding a 4runner exactly the same way. So I tracked down Safari Gard an asked them about it. They said they weren't sure if the would even do any more "one offs" but if the did...it could be between 6-8K. I started to loose interest.

Then one day, I was surfin for deals on 4runnners on AutoTrader.com and I found one of "the" trucks for sale at CU Auto Sales in Salt Lake City. So I decided to go snowboarding in Snowbird and ...pick up my dream truck! It had only 2600 miles on it and was mint. Since then I've added and changed things here and there (NE lift, K&N Aircharger, Diff breather, GPS, Rack and accessories, etc.). Still have plans for more of course: needs a bumpn' system, skids, rear locker, dual batts, remote start, iPod mount and on, and $$$.

If anyone wants this stuff, I would contact Safari Gard in Murietta CA. and convince them ($$$) to hook you up. They never seemed to interested for some reason? All I can say is, give it a shot. I really like this truck. It does everything well and the way it all came about for me, was truly remarkable.

Let me know if you have any questions...

Also, if anyone knows where the other trucks are, please let me know... seperation at birth can be tramatic. Sibling reunions are always good closure

Tory

 

[Sac State]

Was this truck the actual vehicle used to 'climb Mt. Everest'?

Or, hopefully, it was just used for the poseur shots back in the states?

Looks nice, I am a big fan of the grey cladding on silver, black, green and white Runners.

 

[xpdnrunner]

From what I heard, up to 4 trucks were used at different locals all over the globe (iceland, moab, kalihari, costa rica). Mine was used in Costa Rica. By used, I mean photo ops and hauling gear. It had a little mud on the skids, nothing major.

 

[Sac State]

Funny how it went from Costa Rica to Utah. Small world we live in.

 

[xpdnrunner]

I'm just guessing here, but I think the producers gathered all the truck in Moab for one last promo shot and from there they ended up in private hands or dealers.
I know mine had a copy of the shipping paper from Costa Rica to LA port. This truck is more traveled than me.

 

[slowginjoe]

I'm just guessing here, but I think the producers gathered all the truck in Moab for one last promo shot and from there they ended up in private hands or dealers.
I know mine had a copy of the shipping paper from Costa Rica to LA port. This truck is more traveled than me.

out of curiousity, would you mind telling us what you paid for the discovery channel truck out the door? i like the look a lot. what kind of mileage do you get with those options? thanks.

 

[xpdnrunner]

Send me a PM and I'll tell you the exact price. It was a steal actually. I played the old "eager guy vs. pissed off wife angle". Works every time. Plus they probably couldn't sell a new truck that had been modded to anyone who could afford it and Vice Versa, if you know what I mean? And mileage...not so good. Since the lift it's coming in around 16-17mpg. Ouch! But how do you wheel in a Prius? Pay to Play.

 

[T?@\7]

Some other options/pics.

I like the first one!


xpd: plz give us MORE pics of your ride? inside and out!

 

[ZonaT4R]

Dang.. I like that first JAOS bull bar too. Any idea of cost?!

 

[Jason B]

The Jaos bars are imported from Japan, and are very nice quality. I try to sell them lower than anyone else, as they are a very expensive item to begin with. It's a unique piece that flows nicely.

http://www.burtmanindustries.com/zoomprod.php?id=4run_jaos_cp_03_up

To see more bull bars, click "search by vehicle" on the site.

 

[navyaircrew]

question about mounting...

alright , one of the biggest questions i have now is, "How does it mount to the truck?" .... i have seen JAOS quality wheni was in japan... so i know it's awesome.. and it still even expensive over there... but , recently when i bought my grill/brush guard from ram offroad.. this thing just mounts so crappy to my front bumper.. i litteraly want to throw it away... after a day of wheeling in california..the top mounts broke in half when they bolt to the bumper.... then i didn't notice it right away, i hear a banging noise when i was going down the road... IT WAS THE BRUSH GUARD KNOCKING AGAINST THE FENDERS RUBBING OFF THE PAINT TOO... i was so pissed... so i hack off the brush gaurd mounts and then it just didn't look right for some reason... so i am trashing it....

i just wonder how the JAOS mounts to a 4th gen.... anyone have one with pics of how it mounts and it's bracketry?

thanks

 

[kglueck]

Re: safari gard

Hi Kev,
Safari Gard made this grill gard. It's only integrated with the winch in terms of how the fit of the gard is custom for clearance of the fairlead. Here are some pics of how it has been mounted to the front of the frame.

Tory

great...exactly what I was looking for. thanks for the info/pics!

Kev

 

[Frank8]

manik grill guard on '04

I have heard good things about Manik products and could afford their black front grill guard for my '04 Limited.

I think this guard fits well and gives the front end a nice look along with some protection up here in deer country.

The Manik attaches to the truck in three places (most attach in just two places) and is very stable; it moves forward to allow you to open the hood.

Here are a few pictures for your perusal.

 

[Sac State]

I don't think a Manik grill guard that attaches with cantileavered support will provide any protection if you hit a 110lb deer doing more than 5mph.