My top 20 Toyota Rav 4 aftermarket upgrades and modifications (Mods).
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- After a year of use, these are the Mods I’ve put on. They have all improved the functionality of the SUV along with the safety. I hope they’ll improve your ride too! And Manifest73 gave me a heads up about cartrimhome.com. Lots of the same products as the Amazon things I listed plus more… check it out
Amazon owes you money for advertising cause I’m buying 90% of what you shared.
You’re cracking me up! You’ll enjoy your ride more with the upgrades. Makes me happy so many people are finding the vid helpful! Have fun, be safe!
He needs to get a storefront so he can get commission lol…he took the time to make the video, he get paid for it 😊🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉
I second that. 👍🏿
@@richgibson1816 should’ve created amazon affiliate links for every product, that way you get a % of every sale
Please let me know how it goes with extra light installation. I’m afraid of ordering such things as I have no idea how to install it. Please let me know how difficult it is! Thank you.
Rich, thank you for sharing your experiences. In my books, sharing knowledge is the essential role one has in life. Best wishes from Alberta, Canada (and yes, I am looking at purchasing a Rav4 :) ).
Thanks for your kind words! The Rav 4 is great and the upgrades aren’t that hard. And I agree, helping each other is one more reason we are here! Cheers!
Very helpful video. Thanks for taking the time to make this. I have ordered my RAV4 and look forward to getting some accessories from your video here! My favourites were the storage pockets behind the backseats, the driver side window LEDs, and the blackout Toyota badge inside the car.
I love that all the mods you did are super functional. Great job sir!
Thanks! They all get used and not a one I wouldn’t do again! Cheers my friend
Brilliant tip with the scotch furniture bumpers for the buttons. Especially for the overhead lights, Thanks.
You’re welcome! Weird they didn’t put some type of braille feeling bumps on them so we could be safer…
Cheers
My fiancee drives a RAV4 XLE and I just want to thank you for this video. You've given me great insights on improving her vehicle!
You made my day! Glad it gave you some ideas to help her with comfort and safety! Cheers
As a new rav owner this video was perfect. Thank you so much for making it and being so detailed!!
Hey! Congratulations on the new SUV! Makes me happy to help others and really fun to do the amateur GoPro videos!
Pick and choose your upgrades and have fun…cheers!
Great suggestions! I’ve done quite few of these, all good ideas. I also added the blackout badge over the rear Toyota symbol (I hate chrome), removed ALL the other badging (just warm it up lightly with a hair dryer, and use floss or fishing line to get behind it and it pops off easily). I added a set of TAC 3” side steps for a beefy look, and to help the kids climb in back (they’re inexpensive and there’s a terrific install video on YT). I always add molded all-weather mats (including a 1-piece rear that will catch any spilled drinks etc.) they’re a must in snow country (I got a set of Toyota brand on eBay for half retail price). Installed rain guards on the windows so you can get ventilation without getting wet - Autoclover 6 piece set - looks great too. Thanks for the vid!
Excellent! And your welcome of course! Mine is the TRD model so it came with all the mats, but I had to change out the drivers side because of poor coverage. Thanks for the “how to” on getting rid of badges. I’m headed to Costco tomorrow for Michelin tires. The TRD off-road tires are horrible in the snow… I’ll change them out for summer to tow my boat. Thanks for the great comments and cheers!
Do you have a link for the black emblem for the steering wheel?
@@richardnesom9897 I don’t right at hand, but I will try to find a link. Iirc it’s an actual Toyota part, I believe they use them for the TRD package or something. I’ll dig around and see if I can come up with it!
Very clever ideas! Very well articulated and easy to understand. Thanks for all the work and posting the products below!
Brilliant video, Rich; I thoroughly loved it. Your positive attitude and energy elevate it by a level.
Way to kind of you to say… thanks!!
@@richgibson1816 Kind words are due to you. I hope you and your family have a wonderful weekend.
Great video and even better illustration of the installed part. Thanks so much
Those are some smart, sensible and useful upgrades, Rich. I'm going to look into some of those for my Santa Fe! I already have a good roof rack and tow hitch, but the LED lights and things would be good. Thanks for sharing your great ideas mate
Wow! You’re welcome and hope the other little mods help you enjoy your ride even more! Cheers
Pick up my new Rav 4 in a couple of months after a 2 year wait. Looking at adding a few of these mods on my vehicle. Very well explained and presented Sir thanks for the video.
I hope you love your Rav 4 as much as I love mine! Thanks for the kind comments. Cheers!
Hands down. Some of the best inexpensive an easy mods.
Great video thank you for the links !
Really appreciate your comments! So glad so many people are finding things that work for them… cheers!
Thank you for putting in the pictures in the video. You do a great job explaining everything. Just ThankYou for everything you do!
Wow! Big compliment and you’re welcome! Cheers
I've done the samething to my Toyota Camry XLE, I've installed LED headlights, taillights,interior lights and trunk lights.There awesome.
That’s so great! Some of the easiest mods are the best! Changes so much! Cheers
A lot of great added benefits to the rav4 with these upgrades. I am buying a 2023 hybrid and plan on a lot of what you shown in your video, thanks for sharing.
Somehow I missed your comment, sorry! But thanks and Merry Christmas!
Product Screen shots in the video is what all TH-camrs should do. Nice touch and thanx!
Hey! Back at cha…thanks! Glad it helps. Cheers!
Great video! I just bought a new RAV4 and will be adding some of these modifications to my suv.
Nice video! Thank you for taking the time to make it. Looking forward to implementing some of your ideas.
Hey! Another kind comment. I really appreciate it. Cheers and enjoy your ride!
Thanks Rich. I am in the process of purchasing a 2023 Rav4 that has not been delivered yet, and I can't wait to add some of your recommendations. Well done!
I love my Rav 4 and I’m sure you’ll love yours too! I’ve had mine 16 months and have 32000 miles. I bought it to use and using it I am! Have fun with the mods… cheers!
Definitely getting some of your tips installed!
Many thanks, bro!
Hey! You’re welcome! I had no idea this would be viewed so much, but tons of Rav 4’s out there… Rav 4 owners are a great community and so willing to help each other. Makes me happy! Be well and cheers!
Thank you for making this video. My Rav4 Adventure model will be here in a few days. This video was very helpful. You made a positive difference in the world by helping others.
That’s the goal! And thanks for the kind words…appreciate it. Cheers
these are actually fantastic tips. I have a 2021 Rav4 LE. I really could use those gap fillers lol. My GF has a knack for dropping things in the seat crevasse and this would definitely cut down on unwanted mess
They have saved me more than a few times! Between my cell phone not going between the seats and no more lost goldfish crackers everywhere, they really help! Cheers
Thank you for including the links to your mods! I just ordered the LED replacement lights for the interior of our 2017 RAV4!
Very cool! You’ll be glad the first time you leave your lights on overnight and still have plenty of battery to start you ride! Cheers
You just gave me a great idea about the storage area above the glove compartment!!!👍
Sweet
Thank you for sharing your useful and helpful ideas as a new owner of 2024 Toyota RAV4 hybrid limited I’m very happy to be a RAV4 fan
Hope the vid helps you enjoy it more. I needed the TRD model for towing or the Hybrid would have been a contender. Enjoy your ride!!!
Some great ideas - especially the extra better spots lights and tailgate lights - thanks!
You bet! The tailgate lights were really easy and massive improvement. Cheers!
Mr. Gibson, You’re a likable guy… I appreciate your due diligence in creating such a great video for us. We appreciate you!
You’re way nice and you’re welcome! We’re supposed to help each other in this world so just keep passing on the help to others!!! Cheers!
Thank you for creating such a great and useful video! I really appreciate the time and effort you put into it. Thank you for sharing your knowledge and tips. It has been really helpful for me
Very kind of you to say! Really glad it’s helping so many out there! Cheers
Great video. I bought a 2001 RAV4 about a year ago and your video gives me some great ideas.
Hey thanks for that! I certainly love mine! Happy new year!
Great video! Any tips on running wires through the firewall, I can't figure out the best way to do it
Saw this video thinking this guy really modified his car thinking he clapped it out come to find out all his modifications are actually functional and enhance the drivability/practically of the car. Great job. Every popular car needs these kind of videos.
Wow, thanks for the kind words! Cheers
I like to see what others do, you have nice mods there. Myself my mods are mostly cosmetic but i did purchase a fitcamx for Black Friday.
Very smart use of the cabinet bumpers!
Thanks! Drove me crazy that I couldn’t find the buttons without the bumpers. My Honda CRV you just pushed the light itself and it came on… it was a better design. Now I feel safe feeling for them to turn on the lights… cheers!
I enjoyed watching your video. Keep up the great work!
So nice of you to say! Cheers
Great video!!! Thanks so much for sharing the products with us!
Just saw this! Thanks and merry Christmas!
Thank you for your video! I'm anticipating buying a RAV this year and I'm definitely looking to put in the improvements to the reverse lighting and inside boot lighting as well.
Nice! Enjoy your new ride! Cheers
Really cool video. I am going to save this to a playlist and rewatch it when I get my rav4.
Glad you liked it and hope it helps! Cheers
Your reverse led light turns night into daytime. Impressed
You my friend are very kind… thank you!
nice demo on the added mid lights. Hard to get a visual on stuff like this at night and you've done well.
Thanks! I’m really glad I did the video. Comments have been good and it seems like people are getting out of it a bunch of info that’s helping them. Makes me happy! Cheers
Thank you for sharing your upgrades. Very useful. Most toyota dealers charge that price for a hitch because that hitch is way up in the bumper further than that one you have. They fab the bumper for it. Plus, that price includes the wiring labor, for trailer connection. However, my dealership charges 900 for the whole thing. I plan to install mine too. The hitch is at summit racing, which is close to me. They have the wring kit, too. Should have $250 in it when I'm done.
So I wanted the factory installed hitch, but my Rav 4 was actually ordered by someone else without it, and when they backed out of the deal, I bought it. So when it’s installed at the factory it’s easy for them because they build it into the process. At the dealer they need to take panels off and it jacks the price up.
I also considered the height, and the factory hitch is about 2 to 3 inches above mine… so I used a ball mount with 8 inches of extension and my boat is level at the tongue. This worked for me and I’m sure you’ll do great with yours.
Thanks for the great comments and Merry Christmas!
Love the idea with the grill lights. That made a heck of a difference and I may steal that idea! I have the same mirror lights and I’m thrilled with them! I got the cross bars too from the factory and just make the car look much more aggressive. I blacked out all of my emblems for a more aggressive look as well. I’m looking to change out my grill piece because I hate the chrome look. Thanks so much for sharing all your mods!
Wow! Way cool. The grill lights made a huge difference on the road. Like I say in my video, they are not off road spots, but very bright gap fillers. One of my favorite mods. If you haven’t seen it yet, check out my channel for the install video. I’m less than pro level on the production of the vid, but you’ll understand why I did it the way I did. Thanks for the nice comments and Merry Christmas!
@@richgibson1816 I will definitely check that video out. Thanks!! Merry Christmas!!
Great upgrade suggestions. Thank you,
This is awesome! Thank you! Getting my new 2023 hybrid soon and love these suggestions
Hey! You’re welcome and enjoy your new ride! Cheers
Nice video - you sure have done plenty of upgrades. I will definitely use a few of your suggestions.
So glad it helped! Cheers!
Great Video Rich, watching from New Zealand, getting ideas my hopefully my next RAV
One mod or all of them, you’ll love your ride!!! Love mine! Cheers!
Excellent video mate. Great job, and thank you.
Thanks!
very nice sir i like how you dont shy away from problem and you solve it thx
Hey! Thank you! I lived on a sailboat for 16 years and you did a lot of problem solving all the time… guess it’s just part of my make up now! Be well and cheers!
@@richgibson1816 very much so, i believe what we learn and adapt from our carriers or hobbies is what make us our own kind of men
Thank you! The new 2023 RAV4 Limited now have back-lit buttons on the ceiling so at night you can actually see the buttons. My 2019 were like yours' wherein you couldn't see the buttons at night...bumpers are brilliant. I just traded in my 2019 for the new 2023 Limited...the brand new huge nav system screen is fantastic...wireless Apple / Android connectivity too. Going to use the bumpers for heated steering wheel button. Also, the little tray for the center console is great! And the little zip bags for the area above the glove box...wonderful. Here's one for you..the owner's manual and other manual books take up a ton of room in the glove box...put them in a strong zip lock bag and move to the area where the spare tire is under the rear deck. I mean, how many times a day...week...month do you grab the owners manual. Cheers!
Wow! Very cool! Glad Toyota backlit the buttons. I’m still amazed that I had o spend $55 or so for my backlit window controls. And you’re absolutely right. I’ve never even looked at my owners manual… imagine that! But I’m going to take your suggestion and get it out of my house and put in with the spare! Cheers back!
Very Nice Video. I have a 2021 Rav 4 Prime XSE, with some of the same mods, but you did make me think of some I didn't think of.
My Mods so far:
Fit Cam Frint dash cam - it integrates right into the rear-view mirror, so it looks like factory.
Hood Struts - So cool not to have to use that silly bar to hold up the hood
Side Mirror Sequential blinkers - Love those and much better to see in day & night
Replace all door switches with light up ones
Center console Rav4 cover - Keep from wearing out the material on the center console.
LED reverse and Rear turning(only) led lights - I noticed if you try to swap out the front turning lights with LED's you get hyper flashing. unless you put in an inline resistor.
Glove Box organizer
Horn - Absolutely had to get rid of the mousy horn with a real ones.
Keep up the good work. Thanks
Sounds like you got most of it done…nice! I need to do the hood struts! Hate having to use the silly bar!
All the best!
Very interesting as I am about to get a 2020 Rav4. Fortunately the previous owner put front and rear dashcams on.
On thing I like to do on all of my cars, is put an anti reflective cover on the dashboard
to stop a head up display when the sun is shining. I think there are custom covers
available, but I often get an old black T-Shirt and cut it to suit, holding it in place with
some blu-tac. It really improves the forward vision.
Thank you for sharing information about the Toyota Rav 4. The Toyota Rav 4 is getting more comfortable to drive
Yay! I agree! Be well, cheers
I am in the Que to buy a 2023 rav 4 hybrid xse and I def am saving this video to upgrade a few things! Since I drive for a living those backup lights look convenient
I wanted a hybrid but need the towing capacity of the TRD. Hope you love your new ride! Cheers
RG...THNX FOR BEING A COOL GUY! THE MODS LOOK GOOD......wish I had the skill to do them all! CCC Austin, TX
My life is really good and I’m totally blessed. No reason to be a bitter old man along with my poor hearing! Cheers, all the best
Great ideas! A big quality of life improvement for driving was installing comma ai + openpilot for tesla-like self driving functionality on the highway. It's expensive but it makes a huge difference driving long distances.
Thanks! Merry Christmas!
This is awesome! Great job, thanks for sharing.
Hey thanks!!! Glad to help and have a merry Christmas!!!
Nice video! Really enjoyed it
Thanks!
This will be helpful once I get mine. Thanks for the ideas
You bet! Cheers
Great Video.. I just got a Woodland Launch Edition and after a few hours I realized u needed a few upgrades 😆😆
Thanks and I just checked out the Woodland Launch Edition. Very cool looking and looks like a solid Rav 4! Hope you love it! Cheers
Did the TorkLift too. I dig that its higher than others. I didn't bother to trim the plastic though. It pushes up on it only slightly and seems fine to me. I used a kit from Uhaul for the wiring, Cheers.
Cool! Really glad to here it worked out for you. Cheers
Many thanks, I’ll be ordering a few of those for sure🎉
Really glad you found some things that will help you enjoy your ride more! Cheers
Rich thanks for the video it is very interesting I will be buying everything you showed. I have one question where did you get the rear rubber mat I have an XLE and I have been trying to look for it
If you’re talking about the rear cargo area mat, it came with the TRD trim level. You could get one from the dealer, but we all know how expensive it is there… I found this one on Amazon. Hope that helps! Cheers
www.amazon.com/RAV4-Cargo-Liners-All-Weather-Accessories/dp/B08MXJ6Y6V/ref=mp_s_a_1_9_maf_2?crid=1V5WG9OFOV413&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9._4SeB9dOpOM-gx6HE-jsDw-Xd_eZMyR7naIFPiC6JgXC6mrFIBCGJ3N37cHyZIzJ6K34R_mjjyZ3ntYiNNrKG1Suyvlp5Zi_H-Xok5swn5nkI7zt5bpm5RCADvdoFC6Q4BVUTqFQaRClc0U5lmgIxP7utQFNsZpnzGnDdLQ7onzRLLHFf98JsCVojPYcwHcKACyJs7Z2qC7U-v2XoL2bYw.C53sCYiMS-_7SqM1KO1TvNTAR921lQSPLlN02oighlk&dib_tag=se&keywords=2021+rav+4+rear+cargo+cover&qid=1709526938&sprefix=rav+4+rear+cargo%2Caps%2C174&sr=8-9
Excellent presentation and ideas 🏁
Very kind! Thanks…cheers
thanks for sharing :) these mods are awesome! and useful as well.
Thanks for the kind words! Enjoy your ride!!! Cheers
Nice Job there Rich.
I have a Limited so we have the interior lights on the Doors that came with it.
I like being able to 'Find' the correct button myself. Annoying when you have to Hunt & Peck for them.
I want to look into the outside lighting. Those front 'Fog Lights' are fantastic. Same for the 'Back Up Lights' too.
Very kind! Thanks and I’m glad this helped! Always appreciate a positive person with real feedback. Cheers!
Definitely buying the driver side window control lights and side mirror turning light
Two of my favorite. The window control light on the drivers side is convenient, but more so a safety feature when you’re driving at night. Thanks for the comment! Cheers
You certainly follow the Clark Griswold approach to exterior illumination.
Bwahahaha! You have just been voted the funniest comment so far! Sweet
Very nice video, lots of great ideas, thank you, one by one I'm going to do these!
Hey! That’s a big compliment and thank you! I’ve always spent money on things that add safety or comfort and all these things fit the bill… cheers!
Best video I've seen..been looking for long time like you Dude..wonderful😅😂😊
Very kind words! I was in your boat as well. Couldn’t find one that showed all the upgrades I did as well. One here, one there. I think the most frustrating thing was most of them should have been done by Toyota. Better backup lights, better speakers, braille dots so you can find the overhead light buttons, etc. Should all standard, but what can you do! Upgrade! That’s it!
Thanks again and cheers
Hello friend, thanks for this video. Do you have any specific brands for your side blindspot mirror that you would recommend?
really great video! what a nice car build thnx for all the upgrade ideas!
Wow! Thanks for the nice comment! Cheers
Great list! I have a 2022 Rav4 TRD Off-road and love it. I like the backseat storage organizer. You should put the links in the description and make a little extra cash 😀
Right on! Hope you like it as much as I like mine! And someone mentioned that about making money with the Amazon link. I like cash, but I did this to help others and that’s reward enough for me. ENJOY YOUR RIDE!
Oh, I mentioned this in a reply to another viewer. The “off-road” tires that come with the TRD are horrible in rain and snow. Pretty good when they were new, but at 22,000 miles I went to Costco and put on Michelin Defenders. I’m in Utah visiting friends and the new tires are quieter, better mileage and are really good in snow and rain. I kept the original ones and I’ll swap them out in the summer to tow my boat, but winter is 100% Michelin time…
Cheers my friend!
Thanks Rich. The stereo in my 2021 RAV4 sounds really bad. I just ordered the JBL speaker and Redwolf wiring harness. Looking forward to the improvement. Thanks for the tip!
Was a big improvement for the money and super easy to install!
Hope you enjoy it as much as me… cheers!
Good stuff my dude. Thanks for sharing.
Glad you liked it… thanks!
Excellent video thanks!
Mine was the Kmc wheels, ko2 tires and autoClover chrome delete.
Great video 🎉🎉🎉 will definitely these items out………
I like the driving lights. Ive had the thought that, the brights do a well job, but it could be just a bit brighter, right where you were talking about. Like where the lights dont hit. Nice job on it all.
Hey! Thanks so much! They really help me. Cheers!
Convincing! You earned a subscriber. God bless!
Hey! Thanks for the positive feedback! And God blesses me everyday. God Bless you and yours as well! In Him
Very useful video, thanks!😄👌, Greetings from Mexico!
Gracias mi nueva amigo Mexicano!
Great video! Liked and subbed! Looking forward to more.
Hey thanks! Cheers
Great video . Thank you for the suggestions.
You’re welcome! All the best!
Hi Rich
Thank you for your video. I also don't crazy much about the silver interior trim. I saw you have the carbon fiber cover over the silver on the door handle. Would you mind sharing where did you get them from. Thank you
Amazon is where I got them from… check out- XITER 2Pcs Dashboard Air Conditioning Vent Outlet Cover Trim Frame Air .
Also- Xotic Tech Inner Door Armrest Panel Strip Frame Cover Trim, Carbon Fiber Pattern.
Best of luck!
Great job dude. Thanks!
Nice! Thanks and cheers to you!
awesome video, great details on what you purchased - you said you replaced the LED lights inside around 10:40, but I thought most new indoor car lights are LED already? Are they just more efficient LEDs or do car manufactures still use incandescent?
I’m with you… you’d think they would because LED nowadays are the only thing that makes sense… but I had to buy and replace them. Just like the backup lights were so dim I bought bright LED lights for them as well.
Most of the “mods” I did should have come standard in my opinion, but even Toyota scrimps here and there to save a buck I guess. Anyway, all the best and cheers!
Just bought a 23 rav4 definitely doing some mods !
Congratulations! You’ll love your Rav 4 and I hope some or all the mods make it better and safer… cheers!
Great job. Great ideas. Thanks. Well done.
Hey! Thanks! I think it’s helped a lot of people and I still use all the mods I put on… cheers!
There is a dash cam from FITCAMX that fits directly under the mirror, with a oem look. There is a front/back cam kit available. You should check it out.
I will
Great video! Made everything so easy to understand and what exact product is and where to get.
Kind words… thanks!
Makes my day to help others… enjoy your ride!!! Cheers
you must drive a lot ... I have my 2019 EXL 33, 600 and I still love mine too! Nice upgrade by the way.. must need one myself! .... nice loud horn need that too!
Haha! I do drive a lot! Just got back from a trip to Sun Valley and Snowbird. Just over a year old and 25k miles now. But I bought it to use it so all good! Thanks for the comment and enjoy your ride!
Thanks for sharing Rich
Nice! Hope it helps! Cheers
Hi- where are the fake carbon fibre trim covers from? I would like to get these to cover up the reflection from the vent. Thanks
just finished watching this awesome tips as if i have a rav4 car..
Just bought myself a rav4 xle, I came across your channel and i want to thank you for all the cool accessories ideas, however i noticed you didn’t mention the type of black rims you have on the vehicle or where you got them
Hey! Thanks for the nice comment. You’ll love your Rav 4! I have the TRD model and those are the standard black rims they come with. Like I mentioned in the video, I bought the TRD for one reason… higher towing capacity. Otherwise I’d have bought the XLE and saved some money. Towing on XLE is 1500 pounds, TRD is 3500. So there ya go! Enjoy your new ride and all the best… cheers
Thank you for that!!!!! Love the video!!!
Wow… you’re welcome! Merry Christmas!
Nice work Gibson, I just bought 23 Prime XSE a week ago and I’ve already ordered the horns after watching your video, I was wondering how did you do the carbon fiber thing around the A/c vents and on the door trims, the reflection of that silver trim in mirrors is annoying, I’d like to get that covered in carbon fiber like you did.
Hey thanks! Here is the Amazon link. On the back is double sided tape already in place. Pull the tape and stick. Super easy. All the best!
www.amazon.com/XITER-Dashboard-Conditioning-Outlet-Accessories/dp/B0B59BY27B/ref=sr_1_8?crid=W2SJ802GTNS&keywords=rav+4+carbon+fiber+trim&qid=1673531110&sprefix=Rav+4+carbon+fib%2Caps%2C183&sr=8-8
Those cabinet bumpers were a stroke of genius. I’ve been looking to find some sort of brail stickers to help find the switches while driving but those seem to be the a solid and inexpensive option.
Cool! And they are clear so they don’t stick out in a bad way. Cheers!
I drive blind too. Brail stickers are the bomb.
Nice! I use all the ones I put on all the time. Toyota really should make them standard… cheers
Great video!! 🎉
Hey! Thanks! Hope it helps you enjoy your ride more… cheers!
Your 500 subscriber. Awesome vid
Wow! That’s crazy! When I did this video, I just wanted to help people with some info on what’s made my Rav 4 better. I figured it would get 500 or a 1000 looks… 106k now! And I have no idea why I have all these subscribers except so they can bookmark the video… but it’s way cool! Thanks and cheers!