Start Here: Toyota 4Runner Top Six Mods/Accessories To Do First!
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- The 2021 Toyota 4Runner TRD Off Road is amazing… but it can be even better with these Top 6 Mods/Accessories! These are the first things I did to get our new 4x4 ready for the family and off-roading adventures.
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Here’s each Mod and its time-code in the video:
Tires (BF Goodrich KO2) 01:36
Crossbars (LFD Off Road) 03:24
Paint Protection (Armor Shield 9 Ceramic Coating) 04:37
Rock Sliders (@CaliRaisedLED ) 05:51
Interior Protection (@ChemicalGuys , Canvas Back, Husky Liner) 10:14
Recovery Gear (ARB, Rhino USA, Smittybilt) 11:12
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Add a few of the following easy cheap things to your survival kit: Flare, Fire starter kit, all weather tarp, First Aid kit, knife,, 12" zip ties, Duct tape, nice length of low gauge nylon rope, hatchet, bush saw, blanket, fishing kit, whistle, compass, flash light, batteries for flash light (stored unopened separately) 10m socket with extension (80% of the bolts on that trucks engine are 10 mil), #2 Phillips head screw drive (get an 11-in-1), a 2 foot long 2x8 piece of wood (for jack stand on soft ground), anti Sasquatch spray (otherwise known as bear spray:)... if you want to spend a little more, then a wined up radio, a solar rechargeable battery kit, an EpiPen, multi tool, a water purifying straw, and a bottle of whiskey (or Vodka) and some power bars, oh and for the end of the world stuff some chocolate bars and a few packs of cigarettes (to trade).
LOL... I dug around my closet and found/threw in several things from your list.
And also a pistol .........You never know!
You guys both forgot a hatchet or axe. Machete may work as well in some circumstances I spose.
@@mikebyerly2344 SIG P365 XL Comp.
Condoms. Better to have it and not need it than to need it and not have it and get surprised 9 months later.
This dude is the epitome of “dad jokes at the bar”! You’re a lot of fun to watch man. Thanks for all the info. Great video
The first time for the, "Where did you guys go?" Wasn't funny, every time there after only made it more uncomfortable. Just say what you're going to say and then recap.
Great to see another Washingtoner with a small family and a 4Runner. I agree, it’s important to get the kids out. Hope to see you on the trails!
Stock size tires are best. I use BFG KOs 2 as well. I’ve been from Moab to Colorado mountain passes to Big Bend. And when you’re doing 90 on the interstate to get there you’ll appreciate it. Also the spare is the same size😉
My notes for this video:
1- Tires: KO2 stock tire size.
2- Crossbars (roof rack).
3- Paint Protection: wash and apply a ceramic coating.
4- Cali-raised rock sliders.
5- Interior Protection: all-weather floor mats, husky liner, Canvasback back-seat protector.
6- Recovery gear + snacks and water. (other tools)
Nice summary. Thanks!
There’s my summary guy. 🍻✨
14 minute video in 3 seconds. Thanks
Consider relocating your rear diff breather valve if that big puddle you splashed through is a common occurence. I use a screw-in nipple and 3/8 fuel line to get the breather up around the tail light, cost about $10 per vehicle (2019 4Runner and 2016 Tundra).
Great video for early mods, I'm gonna check out those roof bars.
Yes! Working on it and improving it yourself is the best part of owning a vehicle.
Dad and his toy, and the little princess. Keep it brother. Family all the way.
This guy is informative and has great jokes. Rock on sir. Stay the way you are. God bless you.
Just bought the metallic grey Toyota sr5 4Runner.. 2wd drive and lovin it !!
Love your wholesome projection in your videos, keep going
Great video! Just got our 4Runner and nice to know I've got 4 of these 6 things! woohoo!
Great video, just picked up 2019 TRD Off-Road Premium. Can't wait to see what else you do with the 4Runner.
Thank you for this video!!! Picking up my new 2022 4runner tomorrow and glad I came across your video.
Congrats! They’re hard to come by now.
Nice! 🙂👍 enjoy the TRD off road Toyota 4 Runner and love the classic silver. 👍👍
I have a 21 Magnetic Gray 4runner trd off-road and I love it! Thank you for the mod tips and love the video!
Yo this guy is giving me some serious Alton Brown vibes! Totally a good thing!
Really well made video dude, subbed.
I love the video. good info and fun guy to watch. great job!!
Great video; thanks for posting. I bought mine 2 years ago and it only has 9,100 miles on it. I love KO2 tires. Had them on both of my RAV4's.
I also bought a 21 T4R and I had new AT tires on them in less than 2 weeks :) Great video and can't wait to see more on your new truck!
The fact they offered me $300 for the stock tires made that decision REALLY easy. :-)
I never comment on videos but wanted to comment on this one. I really appreciate your positive attitude, humor and humility.
Great video man!
Had to show some love. Thank you for great video, edit & genuine content.
Appreciated! 👍
I just bought my second third generation 4Runner getting ready to build it I let my first one to my kid's mother she totaled it but I'll be back better and better than ever.. with my second third generation 4 runner. I was watching your videos seriously thinking about incorporating some of your ideas into my third gen including a windshield visor with the five lights in it 😁👍
Thanks for sharing your ideas. Hoping that you will post more 4Runner content. Greetings from Yellowknife 🇨🇦
Thanks Eric. Definitely will. Probably the next one will be about offroading/overlanding comms between trucks. We plan on installing radios in both the 4Runner and my friend's Colorado. We'll show all the wiring, etc. After that there are definitely more 4Runner projects planned.
Awesome video. Lotta good basic tips. We're prob getting a 4 Runner next year. Yay!
Great video. Glad to see that you didn’t just go nuts with mods first, but went with really smart options. Earned a sub here
Thanks Bobby. Yeah I need to space things out.
My first mod was installing the pedal commander to my 19 TRD Off-road. It actually put some fun in the daily drive.
I’m very interested in getting one of those.
That was our 1st mod as well!
Subbbbed!!! Awesome work!! Love the shots of you unboxing/painting/revealing the parts!!!
Thanks! There’s a bunch of follow up videos already. 2 more I need to edit. 😅
Ive driven sports sedans and coups for the last 10 years and I my neighbor got a new navy toyota 4runner…. Immediately fell in love with it lmao. Gotta get me one now
MOD #7! Just installed 2-Way Radios in the 4Runner and my friend's Chevy Colorado ZR2: th-cam.com/video/SfM3l8LC2Pw/w-d-xo.html
Man I really want this SUV now!!!! Great video! Nice mods!
I keep my recovery gear in the same OD green Plano case. Tried other cases like Roam, Front Runner and Milwauke pack out but ended up sticking with the Plano for the weight savings and its the perfect size for me.
Nice. I use Milwaukee pack out cases for other stuff, and almost went with that for this. But I agree that this is pretty much the perfect size for a basic kit.
I always love your videos! Thumbs up for fellow Washingtonians! 🤘
3:01 A beautiful shot of “cursing the gods” Very sincere looking. I totally bought it.
Great content, I’m adding a kinetic recovery rope to my list of items. 👍👍 and got the exact same tires for my 2020 4Runner TRD off road they work great for driving on a sandy beach.
Good reason to pick it, I bought the same model three months ago. The main reason why I bough the off-road was because it's the only model that uses a key start. We are driving 4WD we don't need a dainty push start lol. Otherwise I would have bought the pro because I liked the lunar rock color and other upgrades.
Something to keep in mind when you're packing all that gear into your storage box: if you ever find yourself in a rollover or a collision, all that stuff can come loose and literally kill occupants that would otherwise be unharmed. A box that is permanently mounted (painful, I know), with a lid that secures to the box, or a cargo cage/cabin separator are a must.
Good point. The box is secured at all times with a ratcheting strap in the back, and the lid locks, but permanently mounting it would be better.
Hey Jason also Jason here 😂 seen your vid today I also picked up TRD OFD premium a few weeks ago. Always like them but took me 20 years to decide and finally buy one. your correct in your opening statement 🤣
Had my runner for 6 months now. Took it out stock at a local rock garden. After that I needed sliders. Took it out more, now I need clearance, so I got suspension. Slashed one of my 265s side wall, got it replaced and prepped for bigger tires. BMC/CMC, pinch weld delete and bumper trim, I got wheels and 305s e rated tires including spare. I would load my spare in the hatch everytime I wheeled, so then I got a swing out spare tire carrier. I do a lot of night runs so I needed lights. Got baja d squadron and s2 pros. My point is, take your rig out and you'll know exactly what you need to hit the trails. For me, functionality is priority, looks last.
Nice! Yeah we're taking it on trails at least a few times a month... as summer approaches we plan on doing more.
Ripley is a doll!
Hi Jason, great video, super helpful especially since I just pulled the trigger on a 21 4RTOR, in SILVER too (love the color!). I really like the MODS you prioritized. Thank you very much!
Awesome!
Love the Forerunner. Good job on the work you did... enjoy 😁
Nice video. I have a 2018 4Runner Off Road Premium. I put K02s on it (stock size) and love them. I put a steel front bumper with a 12,000 pound winch on the front. I put an Eibach 3 1/2 inch lift on it. I put the same rock sliders on, that you did, only without the top plates. I put on a nice 3/4 length roof rack with rear side panels that I can mount fuel containers or other accessories on. I installed a two drawer storage system in the back. Because of the less than desirable departure angle, I bought a skid plate that goes in the trailer hitch and mount it when I'm going off road. I've banged it pretty hard a few times and it took the hit instead of my truck. I highly recommend getting one of these. I've got a couple of other projects in mind. But right now, I'm very happy with the vehicle and it's performance. I just got back from five days in Utah at the Winter 4X4 Jamboree. I had a great time and the 4Runner performed excellently.
I was about to close this then you hit us with the joke 👌🏽
Grats on the new 4Runner, good choice!
I bought a larger version of your Genius Boost. They provide much more than boosting capability. My GB70 came with several cables, connectors, and adapters to power 12 volt accessories. Here in Northern Canada, my Genius boost will not only hold it's charge for six months in -20C/-5F, but provide power for a long time!
Nice animation and fun to watch. I got a White 2019 Off Roader Premium model, black trim with leather seats. Really solid SUV and I was tempted for the Pro but I will wait for the next generation when it comes out. The paint protection is a must especially if you really hit the dirty paths often. KO2's are really cool indeed.
God bless you & your family. Cheers!
Getting mine in March! Thanks for the video!
WOOT! We've had this one for just over a year. Going to do a one year review video soon.
Rock Sliders should give some 💖Ripley love! Way to go!
Great vid with great comments. Thanks for the tips.
Awesome video and very helpful :)
Really good video. Gonna get the 4runner next year. Doing some research now
Not quite three minutes in yet and already 😂💀
Thanks for a fun and informative vid!
from the day I first found you, to this day I have nothing but admiration for the quality of your videos. The views you get are criminal. Absolute criminal.
LOL... it is weird. I have a three year old video about putting in a bathroom vanity... that I admit is kinda terrible... and that gets pushed out to thousands of people a month. Makes no sense from my end. TH-cam is kinda weird. But I love making videos, and just putting positive stuff out into the world.
@@JasonExplainsThings trust me, you do an amazing job at making great videos about sharing positivity with the world. youtube is weird as hell. I hope you and your family is safe. Love what you do.
Great video. Seems like a really good dude just out loving life. Love the 4Runner too.....the perfect all-around vehicle (except for gas mileage). Lol.
Yeah the gas mileage is the only negative thing about the 4Runner.
Fellow washington gal here! Researching my 4runner options! Thanks for sharing!
Off-Road Premium is the way. Then mods when/if/how you want 👍🏼
These companies need to sponsor you!! Your giving them free advertising!!! Thanks for the video!!
You missed the perfect opportunity for my favorite dad joke while you where putting the Plano box back in. Gotta check the straps and say "oh ya, that's not gonna go anywhere!" Haha
YES!
saved this video and info to make future adjustments to my new 2021 TRD Off Road Premium 4 Runner. Love it so far and thanks for the links and jokes
Thanks! Going to do an overlanding/hiking adventure with it this weekend… video to follow of course. :-)
@@JasonExplainsThings great! Looking forward to seeing the video!
Won't lie I enjoyed watching this vid. Hope the 4runner treating you well! Following.
Awesome! Check out the off-roading videos we did this summer. They're a ton of fun. I'm now pretty much hooked on 4wd Toyotas and adventures with friends/family. So much fun!
Just got ours yesterday. Love it! 🔥
Awesome! More 4Runner stuff on the “Overland DIY” playlist.
Thanks Jason. I am also a Washingtonian, and like you bought the 2021 Toyota 4Runner. Mine is the Venture edition. It's my first Toyota ever. i subscribed.
Been watching Toyota 4 Runner and Tacoma videos for a year now and You are doing a great job.
I will be buying a vehicle when lease runs out in 22 and I will be doing the exact thing with the tires except mine will be winter rated. Kudos to Discount Tire, I will talk to them ahead of time!! Thanks
The KO2s are snow rated. They have the snowflake symbol on the side. Thanks for watching! :-)
Just got my 2023 TRD Offroad Premium, thanks for the advice.
Great video! I just got my first 4Runner and I’ll definitely be copying some of your ideas
Great vid. Im looking to buy a brand new 2023 4Runner and now I will make sure I order one without the running boards and roof rack cross beems. I will add my own!
Great video man!!!
Wow great vid!!
This is my first video I’ve seen of yours and I immediately subbed when I heard you say the title of your channel lololol
I did the 4 crossbars. Found two OEM crossbars at junkyard for cheap. Went with Weather Tech floor mats. Pricey but necessary. I swapped out my Limited leather steering wheel for a SR5 vinyl wheel. The SR5 wheel is thicker and more rugged.
What a great video! I bought my 2021 4Runner Venture 01/02/2021 and have been watching many youtube videos. Your list is exactly what i want to do. Tires (Ko2) most definitely. Crossbar ill wait on my model has some that will work for now til i get the roof rack. I have gotten the ceramic coating waiting for a better day to apply. The "heavy duty steps" lol Cali raise sliders are in the cart. Debating on having them powder coat or should i DIY it myself. Already got the weather tech liners and the Rhino recovery gear. Thank for a great video and help with the decision on painting my own sliders!!!
Look into getting a hood scoop wrap/stamp if you're having any glare issues with that hood scoop, definitely recommend.
great video, keep up the hard work
I opted/ordered a 22 4Runner off road prem. in mag. gray. After careful thought and research I decided to go non KDSS since I’ve already got the eibach sus kit already. Every 4r I’ve had has had kdss except for my trd pro. Wife’s 16 trail edition has kdss so yes I’m very familiar with it. I can’t wait to get it so I can start the build. Love the vids man , good stuff !’
As a 4Runner owner my #1 to do is LED Headlights; though I agree with the tires as they’re made for on roads. I also have floor liners and my carpets still look brand new. I purchased the Toyota cross bars when I bought my vehicle because I use my roof rack. I also added aluminum extruded running boards which I like over the Toyota plastic or tube boards; I also installed push/bull bars which helped when I hit a deer but after I didn’t put another one on due to the noise. I also have a bug guard on my hood as well as rain guards on my windows which are nice in allowing ventilation in the rain.
Another must is also a neoprene cover for the center counsel as if it gets scratched/cut replacements are ridiculously expensive.
Good ideas. The bug guard is a great one. I’ve since added that.
Leds dont belong in the 4runner headlight housing. The lighting is going to be very off. Hids work best seeing smooth lines.
@@Anomize23: I replaced all of my original halogen bulbs with LED, that includes high beams, which are duel mode to still allow the DRLs to function as designed, the fog lights, and inside of the projector housings. I have had no issues with them looking off I have a smooth crisp horizon line on the projectiles with beautiful and bright 5,000k white light underneath. The only issue I have had is with the life length on the LEDs in the projector housing as it’s enclosed and they can’t dissipate heat as well as if they were open or had a control box on the outside of the inclosure; even with this issue I have gotten near 2 years and am running over 3 years off the newest set, the first set may have just had bad soldering or something as the new ones haven’t had an issue, and even the older set was replaced at no cost to me under the warranty.
I’m incredibly satisfied with my LEDs and would recommend the conversion to anyone and everyone. I’ve never been a big fan of HID which work like fluorescent bulbs and require a sticking of “ballast” to start, though I have installed and used them, they are not as easy as an LED replacement which is simply plug and play as the LED “bulb” simply installs like a standard halogen bulb.
Perhaps you had a bad set of LEDs or bought an inexpensive set as mine are great as are the more than 90% of users that have left 4-5 star reviews. Given retailers like Amazon have a 30-day return policy I’d give a decent set another try and return them if you don’t like them. Or don’t if you prefer HIDs; get the headlights that you like and work for you I just know LEDs work great and belong in my 4Runner and I wouldn’t give an absolute answer to anyone as there are always outliers, maybe that’s me, or maybe that’s, either way people can read these comments and make their own choice.
Add- I replaced the backup light bulbs too, also with LEDs and they make a night and day difference, I think they were 1,000 or 1,200 lumen bulbs, took me two tries to find a set I liked but they make backing up at night in the country so easy. I don’t know if it’s the white light of the brightness but they really make a difference to the backup camera as it’s basically like daylight to the camera for 30 feet.
Heavy duty steps!!! Best tip ever!
I got the same crossbars set and they have been great so far!
Another great video! So excited for future uploads.
Appreciate the enthusiasm. That's a good first six value mods. I broke the bank on my upgrades. Think Icon Stage 7...
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Hello from the wet side of WA. My daughter gets in our runner the same way, I’ll be getting some of those sliders for sure.
Congrats Nice truck … enjoy brother!!
Will do. Already done a few adventures. There's a fun video about our first overlanding trip on the channel.
I love your energy dude! Personally my first mod was the lift and finally 2 years later I'm finally getting around to getting 33s😅
Also, I too enjoy painting my own parts though I'm not always the best at it
I wish you lived near me and we were friends. Great job on the mods and the video!!
Nice video buddy!
Nicely done. On board for the 4 Runner journey and the jokes are ok. 😛
Nice! Posted a video about installing a 2-way radio in it yesterday.
I can see the hard work going into ur videos, K E E P. GOING.
Thanks! I’ll be transparent for a second and admit the low views for all my new stuff can get to me. But views are not my end goal.
Excellent video my friend. I’m selling my wife right now on the rock sliders.... or the “family/kid steps” lol. Thanks
Awesome! Yeah they're great. I'm relieved my paint job actually turned out good.
Love this Channel!
Sweet! New video every week! At least that’s my goal.
@@JasonExplainsThings ..Love what you done with Sarge. Bought my Tacoma 4 days ago…
Fun video nice job...
Taking delivery of a 2023 TRD Offroad in the next month or two. Definitely swapping the tires for some A/Ts, and definitely keeping them stock size. 32's are enough for what I'm doing. It's a distance vehicle, I don't want it to drive horribly or eat even more gas when I have to drive 400 road miles to get to 40 amazing offroad miles.
Nice job, well done! I have one of those among several Wranglers and the 4Runner interior LED upgrade is worth the $20.-. Also high beam 9005 LED really changed my night driving for less than $30.- : )
Yeah the LED interior lights are an upgrade I plan to do very soon.
Honest good information, a little goofy (that is not a bad thing) well made video. Thank You for Your time. Suscribed.
Dude love the rig setup, your a lot fun to watch im hoping to pick up a 4 runner. Keep up the content!
Youre a legend!
My daily driver is a silver 2004 4Runner Sport 4.7-liter V8. I bought it new, and it's been a fantastic vehicle - especially through Colorado winters. I plan to get another new one when Toyota does a redesign (maybe 2023). I've been hearing rumors of a turbo V6 for the next generation.
Even worse, gonna be a turbo 4 popper
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Great Video.!
Nice video man! It was more than the 4runner in there
Shoot from WA! Subbed!