You get stuck in mud...

[1000MPH]

I agree that the decisions could be more linear. Most inexperienced off-roaders (including me) don't think too clearly when it starts to get hairy. The manual really does need to be better. Probably vague for liability reasons.

 

[westwind77]

I agree that the decisions could be more linear. Most inexperienced off-roaders (including me) don't think too clearly when it starts to get hairy. The manual really does need to be better. Probably vague for liability reasons.

You should never go somewhere you are not comfortable driving your vehicle, that includes trails. Stick to simple/easy ones until you feel confident, then move up to the next stage. You could always take a friend who is very experienced, let him walk you through what you need to do or show you how to do it. Baby steps, you will figure it out.

 

[Egstyle]

It all comes down to getting good tires. If you do, then you have a little more allowance in trying out different off-roading scenarios. Tires are the cheapest, yet most performance-enhancing mod that you could ever do to your 4Runner. Point being, with good tires, you can play with the settings without any serious risk, and see what you prefer and what works best. There is no substitute for first hand experience imp:

 

[03_4x4Runner]

It all comes down to getting good tires. If you do, then you have a little more allowance in trying out different off-roading scenarios. Tires are the cheapest, yet most performance-enhancing mod that you could ever do to your 4Runner. Point being, with good tires, you can play with the settings without any serious risk, and see what you prefer and what works best. There is no substitute for first hand experience imp:

I agree good tires are a must but without a lift my 4runner would drag on the bottom on what seemed like easy obstacles. It is amazing how much 2.5 inches more clearance makes. I did tires and lift at the same time.