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- Matt
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- 2025 Black 4Runner Limited - 1999 Jeep Wrangler TJ
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In the process of removing the silver & chrome from my black limited.
Swapped out the front & rear valance (using the platinum gloss black parts).
Panel, Front Valance Part Number: 53911-35510
Cover, Rear Bumper, Lower Part Number: 52169-35100
The Rago front & rear bumper install instructions / videos are great for the swap.
The light-up emblem was a pain to work around (port installed). I could not figure out how to get to the second plug/clip below the primary plug (on the engine side), eventually I found it on the emblem side.
While the front end was off, I also unsnapped the chrome trim in the grill. No need to remove the shutters, you can reach through from the inside with a flat head screwdriver to release the clips.
If you're looking at the grill, it looks a little strange without the finished parts.
I've not decided what to do with them yet (paint, wrap, etc.), but they can easily be snapped back in place from the outside once everything is back together.
Also left the air dam off when reassembling. Monitoring the MPG to see how much of a hit it takes. If nothing else, it is 100% easier to shimmy underneath without having to jack it up.
Also installed the Bronze overlay kits
Bronze Badge Insert Kit: Limited, Part Number: PT90B-89253-05
Next up for the exterior will be the roof rack delete (or trade for black rails & caps), though I like the look without. Can’t be too hard to put back on if I ever needed them.
Lastly, 18” Trailhunter or another bronze rim. I’ve thought about having the stock 20’s painted, but I’d really like the added rubber of 18’s to help cushion the ride a bit more.
Fingers crossed for a Toyota Black Friday parts sale. Last year spoiled us with multiple sales and discounts, hopefully we’ll at least see one good discount this year.
Swapped out the front & rear valance (using the platinum gloss black parts).
Panel, Front Valance Part Number: 53911-35510
Cover, Rear Bumper, Lower Part Number: 52169-35100
The Rago front & rear bumper install instructions / videos are great for the swap.
The light-up emblem was a pain to work around (port installed). I could not figure out how to get to the second plug/clip below the primary plug (on the engine side), eventually I found it on the emblem side.
While the front end was off, I also unsnapped the chrome trim in the grill. No need to remove the shutters, you can reach through from the inside with a flat head screwdriver to release the clips.
If you're looking at the grill, it looks a little strange without the finished parts.
I've not decided what to do with them yet (paint, wrap, etc.), but they can easily be snapped back in place from the outside once everything is back together.
Also left the air dam off when reassembling. Monitoring the MPG to see how much of a hit it takes. If nothing else, it is 100% easier to shimmy underneath without having to jack it up.
Also installed the Bronze overlay kits
Bronze Badge Insert Kit: Limited, Part Number: PT90B-89253-05
- 4RUNNER & LIMITED overlays (I’ve got no use for the iforce max overlays)
- TOYOTA insert (pry out the silver letters and stick on the new)
Next up for the exterior will be the roof rack delete (or trade for black rails & caps), though I like the look without. Can’t be too hard to put back on if I ever needed them.
Lastly, 18” Trailhunter or another bronze rim. I’ve thought about having the stock 20’s painted, but I’d really like the added rubber of 18’s to help cushion the ride a bit more.
Fingers crossed for a Toyota Black Friday parts sale. Last year spoiled us with multiple sales and discounts, hopefully we’ll at least see one good discount this year.
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