Traction Pads

5th4runner

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When tossing a floor mat under the wheels doesn't work, have heard there are other things one can place under the tire to get traction.

Did a google site:toyota-4Runner.org/3rd-gen-t4rs/ search but just didn't turn up useful links.

Looking for a DIY idea as the commercial ones are too expensive.
 

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2X6 with chicken wire attached by staples,

now im not sure how good that would work but a buddy does it for his RZR. and dirt bike.
 
In forested areas I've used pine branches to regain traction when stuck in snow. I keep an axe handy in the rig and just trim off some of the lower branches from a big tree, laying a trail behind/ahead of the tires depending on which way I'm trying to go.

For snow, kitty litter is also an option for added traction in an emergency.
 
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Interesting ideas, thanks. The pine branches would sure work great when they are handy! The chicken wire idea seems cool too, maybe something a bit more substantial?

I modified the first post to list an image of the (very expensive) commercial traction devices. Looking for something similar in a DIY to bring along.

BTW, somehow quick replies have been disabled on this thread and I can't figure out how to re-enable them. It says to click on quick reply above but I can't find it?
 

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