What did you do to/in your 5th Gen today?!

What shocks do you plan to run with them?

Front will be stock shock at first with the shock rod spacer that extends it’s length 3/8”.
Rear will be stock newer tundra tokico that I have. Only if they are longer than the original.
Plan to add on bilstiens 5100’s if the above plan is no good.
 
Front will be stock shock at first with the shock rod spacer that extends it’s length 3/8”.
Rear will be stock newer tundra tokico that I have. Only if they are longer than the original.
Plan to add on bilstiens 5100’s if the above plan is no good.

Are you talking about using aftermarket coil springs on the stock front Tokico shocks? For the rear, stock 5th gen shocks are generally fine up to 2" of lift so you shouldn't have any issues back there.
 
I had my windshield replaced today after getting a 12” crack from a rock.

1.5 hours after the new windshield was in, I found myself with this view. I just slowed wayyyy down to let him pull away and get some distance.

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I had my windshield replaced today after getting a 12” crack from a rock.

1.5 hours after the new windshield was in, I found myself with this view. I just slowed wayyyy down to let him pull away and get some distance.

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Dude, I've owned easily over a dozen vehicles in the past 17 years or so, and the 4Runners are the only ones I ever get freakin' rock chips in like at least once a year. Drives me nuts. Literally got one last weekend. Luckily my insurance covers windshield replacement once a year or something, but I'm going to wait till the end of Winter because I just ****ing know I'm going to get another one before the season ends.
 
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Are you talking about using aftermarket coil springs on the stock front Tokico shocks? For the rear, stock 5th gen shocks are generally fine up to 2" of lift so you shouldn't have any issues back there.

Yeah, the H&R spring describes them 2” lift in front using factory components so I was gonna try it that way first. But want to keep the caster positive and not go higher than 2” so 5100 may not be the one. Thanks for the tip on 5th gens can have up to 2” in the rear. Then the 1” rear should be good.
 
Not done today, but within the past week. Picked it up last week on 9/23 and was super busy last week. Anyways, just some accessories and paint protection.

1. Got around to putting velcro on my Sonics, Seahawks, and Mariners patches.

2. OCD Console Tray and Console Divider. Yes, it fits in a 2020 4Runner

3. Xpel PFF the front end, side mirrors, door cups/edges, and A-frame.

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Xpel installed. Didn't get my windows tinted. Although I might get my fronts tinted to match the rest of the 4runner.
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How much do those guys charge for a 4Runner? Always been curious.

They charged me $1440 + tax. I'll send you details about the quote via DM. There's also another guy on these forums that's down in Auburn that can do it for a little cheaper. I didn't want to wait though because he was out of town. Ping me if you want his info.
 
With al the stories I've read here about dealers screwing up skid plate bolts, breaking filter housing and and more there's no way the dealer will ever see my Runner unless it's a warranty issue.

I can see that. I guess I've been fortunate enough with the two dealers I've had do my first two services. One in Pharr TX and the other in Cedar Park TX.
 
I got 3 years toyotacare with my 2016. It has never been to the dealer for anything. Allowing oil change hacks to touch my truck is just not worth it. I'll do it myself. Do a little homework on here and read all the poor experiences with missing skid plates, stripped or broken bolts, leaks, over tightened oil filter housings. This is by no means limited to our vehicles, this is dealers in general.

Gotcha. Yeah, I guess I've been fortunate on mine. I do go through it after they service it, no issues...so far. Maybe "free" isn't worth the possible headaches down the road. THX!
 
Got the magnaflow 14" installed this morning with an 18" black chrome stainless tip.

At idle I dont hear it at all really, its noticeable while accelerating and gets a bit loud when stomping on the gas, but still noticeably quieter than a 40 series. Not as throaty but still pretty deep. I like it... But its not like super AMAZING or anything, i think i would of liked the flowmaster 40 series more personally. I think this could be a bit louder for my taste. Not crazy loud just a bit more noticeable inside the cab. And at idle at red lights i dont hear it at all, and i would like to. Still much better than stock.

I dont really notice any drone, but someone with better hearing might. I rolled the windows down and checked from 45-70mph in 5mph increments, setting cruise control, trying to listen for the drone... But what little i could hear wasnt significant enough to bother me, especially wasnt loud enough inside the cab when the windows were closed.

Love the tip. I get the same tip installed every time i do an exhaust. I had them bring it just past the bumper.

I kept the stock muffler, just in case on the way home the drone was crazy or it sounded super ricey and i decided to go back to stock... But that wont be happening.

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I also added a tpms and voltage reader, No tpms reader was one of my biggest problems with my 4runner but this little kit installed easily and works great. I have tested it and verified its accuracy as well.... plus it also has a usb charger input on the side so you dont have to remove the reader to charge your phone.

Also disabled the seatbelt ding, made the windows roll down with the button on the key or in the door lock, and removed the eco bar.

Im a happy camper.

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Dropped it off at the dealership for this:

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Installed a Cali Raised Hidden Grille LED Light Bar. Hopefully this is the last time I need to take the front end off...

My Shrockworks Step Sliders arrived yesterday will install them next week.

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This is a little hillbilly but it will work for now:

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Got bilstien 5100 all the way around with the front set at .85 and a cornfed rear 1/2 inch spacer I like the look a lot better IMG_0904.JPGIMG_0905.JPG


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