will sr5 be enough for me?
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Hope so
I'm hoping that it will be enough since its all that I got! Honestly was looking at the TRD Pro, like every other perspective buyer because it had everything I originally wanted done to it already.
That's when my built not bought mentality slapped me in the back of the head like wtf are you doing paying almost another 10k for something you will eventually want to change out anyway? no disrespect to the TRD PRO, its a fascinating factory option for the every now and then wheeler...
There are cheaper suspension options you can do being that you know your style of offroading. a simple 3" toytec lift w/ Bilstein coilovers that will suffice all of your needs and save from spending the $1600 for the TRD PRO suspension kit.
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a large majority of avid wheelers like to add trail protection (thus changing factory options you paid extra for) to their vehicles be it bumpers, rockers, skid plates etc... save on dealer markup and customize your own 4runner if you are worried about it being enough.
I'm hoping that it will be enough since its all that I got! Honestly was looking at the TRD Pro, like every other perspective buyer because it had everything I originally wanted done to it already.
That's when my built not bought mentality slapped me in the back of the head like wtf are you doing paying almost another 10k for something you will eventually want to change out anyway? no disrespect to the TRD PRO, its a fascinating factory option for the every now and then wheeler...
There are cheaper suspension options you can do being that you know your style of offroading. a simple 3" toytec lift w/ Bilstein coilovers that will suffice all of your needs and save from spending the $1600 for the TRD PRO suspension kit.
Complete Lift Kits
Truck - SUV - 4Runner - 4Runner (2010-Current) - TRD Pro Package - TRDShop.com
a large majority of avid wheelers like to add trail protection (thus changing factory options you paid extra for) to their vehicles be it bumpers, rockers, skid plates etc... save on dealer markup and customize your own 4runner if you are worried about it being enough.
The trail is most likely more capable than you are comfortable. What I mean by that you just dropped 40ish on a new truck, you are going to take most of the turn out so you don't brake it.
The SR5 is very capable same thing more then you are comfortable, however the SR5 is a blank canvas for you to make your own. With the trail I see a lot of guys are pulling off the trail stuff like kdss, and going after market anyways. Whatever 4 runner you pick up I am sure you will be happy
The SR5 is very capable same thing more then you are comfortable, however the SR5 is a blank canvas for you to make your own. With the trail I see a lot of guys are pulling off the trail stuff like kdss, and going after market anyways. Whatever 4 runner you pick up I am sure you will be happy
Thanks for the reply everyone.
I won't be doing any hard core trails, just the light ones that are around my area.
I didn't want to be doing any lifting of the 4runner either, at most I would have some AT tires.
I'm avoiding the limited solely for the fact that it's wheels seem too large and too small a tire?
I won't be doing any hard core trails, just the light ones that are around my area.
I didn't want to be doing any lifting of the 4runner either, at most I would have some AT tires.
I'm avoiding the limited solely for the fact that it's wheels seem too large and too small a tire?
BettysNephew
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Here's the other side of the coin. I am quite sure the SR5 would do everything I wanted from it for my purposes. But,,, really like the look of the Trail and I do feel that in certain circumstances the locking differential can make a difference. Hope I never get into those circumstances but it is there if needed. Mainly I just liked the look and get lots of comments as to how sharp looking the truck is. I will not be a heavy mod guy so bought what I thought would do for me in stock form.
Ron4RNevada
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The SR5 with it's locked transfer case and the very responsive A-Trac will get you through anything you will ever encounter. The locking rear diff is overkill.
The SR5 will do more than you think. Probably more than most people would be willing to do in a brand new really expensive truck unless you have money to burn! With ATRAC I had an easier time getting through a trail than a friend with a rear locker without ATRAC: http://www.toyota-4runner.org/4th-g...u-do-your-4runner-today-1180.html#post1980598
The limited does have stupid wheels if you intend to use it off road. IMO they are stupid even on road because the tires are more expensive. The advantage is that it has a (lockable) limited slip center differential which is great for driving on snowy roads.
I do want the trail edition, it's just not available around here and not wanting the overpriced 2015 trail.
Thank you Ron, that is about what I was looking to hear.
I keep straying and looking at the tacoma. It looks so much better IMO, but 4runner just offers so much more.
Such a dilemma.
Thank you Ron, that is about what I was looking to hear.
I keep straying and looking at the tacoma. It looks so much better IMO, but 4runner just offers so much more.
Such a dilemma.
Well I used to take my 1998 grand cherokee overland out to the OHVs and had a blast. I'm just wondering how the 4runner compares to an older jeep. I don't know too much about specs, it was a 5.2 liter 4x4 overland package.
plowed through mud with near bald tires and did ok on the trails with the wranglers.
mnofpeace
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sorry, no first hand knowledge to add...but i do have a point of view...which is...
Being an SR5'r myself, i take interest in how many guys take a 'simple' SR5, and will mod it to the same extent as folks who have TE's or LE's...right up to, and including TRDPro level. And then use them for the exact same level off-roading. Sure you can get an Air rear locker if you really need it, and some have. But Many of our forum members have taken their SR5s and made them into similarly capable beasts of burden just like the TE owners. And why not. The chassis is the same, the same V6 engine, the body is the same, the wheels are interchangable, the 4WD system is the same, and the DAC is just a more restricted version of the TE's crawl control (which many have also claimed is an unnecessary inclusion). Take away the hood scoop and what do you have? an SR5 with a little better angles front and rear. And we dont hear those guys complaining 'aw man, my mod'd SR5 couldnt take it, i need to UPgrade to a trail'. Yes, the KDSS is a nice addition, but if you are mod'ing, then that doesnt matter as much.
As i have said in other posts, Toyo has given us an excellent package no matter what trim you choose. Choosing an SR5 simply gives you a blank canvas to start your own masterpiece.
just look at builds like the one itsdchz has posted...an SR5 w/ 3rd row, yet with some additions, you couldnt tell that it wasnt a TRDPro without a trained eye...and i am sure he is going to use this tool in the very same manor. and this is a guy coming from a very well mod'd FJ.
hope you choose wisely...and enjoy whatever you select.
Being an SR5'r myself, i take interest in how many guys take a 'simple' SR5, and will mod it to the same extent as folks who have TE's or LE's...right up to, and including TRDPro level. And then use them for the exact same level off-roading. Sure you can get an Air rear locker if you really need it, and some have. But Many of our forum members have taken their SR5s and made them into similarly capable beasts of burden just like the TE owners. And why not. The chassis is the same, the same V6 engine, the body is the same, the wheels are interchangable, the 4WD system is the same, and the DAC is just a more restricted version of the TE's crawl control (which many have also claimed is an unnecessary inclusion). Take away the hood scoop and what do you have? an SR5 with a little better angles front and rear. And we dont hear those guys complaining 'aw man, my mod'd SR5 couldnt take it, i need to UPgrade to a trail'. Yes, the KDSS is a nice addition, but if you are mod'ing, then that doesnt matter as much.
As i have said in other posts, Toyo has given us an excellent package no matter what trim you choose. Choosing an SR5 simply gives you a blank canvas to start your own masterpiece.
just look at builds like the one itsdchz has posted...an SR5 w/ 3rd row, yet with some additions, you couldnt tell that it wasnt a TRDPro without a trained eye...and i am sure he is going to use this tool in the very same manor. and this is a guy coming from a very well mod'd FJ.
hope you choose wisely...and enjoy whatever you select.
It seems the trail edition is in high demand, i found one locally but it was priced near a 2015, and it's 2 years old with 40k miles on it.
If they won't negotiate price, I'll wait 1 more month and get a sr5 and mod that. Which would be tires, tint, and bilstein shocks, at least.
If I get slightly larger tires for the factory wheels, will I need a computer change? I remember in my nodded civic I had to adjust for larger diameter tires.
If they won't negotiate price, I'll wait 1 more month and get a sr5 and mod that. Which would be tires, tint, and bilstein shocks, at least.
If I get slightly larger tires for the factory wheels, will I need a computer change? I remember in my nodded civic I had to adjust for larger diameter tires.
I called a local 4wheel store and asked about lift kits.
He recommended icon lift kit, installed for $2400 installed, $3300 for kit that includes front control arms.
Is the control arms needed? Or is that for the heavy offroad trails?
I really like the look of lifted 4runner now that I've browsed the gallery, but don't want a body lift, I'd like to go the right way.
He recommended icon lift kit, installed for $2400 installed, $3300 for kit that includes front control arms.
Is the control arms needed? Or is that for the heavy offroad trails?
I really like the look of lifted 4runner now that I've browsed the gallery, but don't want a body lift, I'd like to go the right way.
bimrunner
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You will be fine. Get the SR5, do your additions and don't worry about the computer. Everything will work fine. You may be slightly off on the speedo and mpg computer but nothing too big. I'm off 7%. It's no big deal.
bimrunner
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If you mean wheels that have more offset, do a search and you'll find the info you want. Look under FAQ in the 5th gen section.
