The plate is a perfect fit on the frame; it just doesn't accommodate the air dam. I removed mine on day 2. Do you have absolute clearance during full choke with this size tire?
It has been a minute since I last chimed in on this thread, but I have discovered a distinct advantage to buying a 1st-year model that was unknown or undisclosed in 2025. In 2025 a Platinum trim could get the ARB roof rack as a PIO option. They were offering more options for early adapters...
And, badass it is! That is the absolute second most beautiful 4Runner in existence. When everyone in the vicinity is wondering who the gifted person is who owns that vehicle, here you come strolling up with the Cheshire grin. I hope the family is excelling in every aspect, and I know you're...
The 4Runner has always been the most reliable, timeless, all-terrain, everyday vehicle since its inception. My First was a 1988 Gen 1. Since that time, there has always been a 4Runner in my driveway. As to competition, there is none. A 4Runner built at Tahara is as good as a timeless SUV...
Are the wider mud flaps necessary? When you add that LC plate, you will have to remove the air dam or dog-ear the corners on the front of the plate to fit the air dam back on. Love the tire size.
Your PRO is a beast, albeit without full-time 4-wheel drive. I'm not sure I could climb up into that high-rise man rig of yours without an assist from my auto boards. You're 100% on my pathetic tires, but I'm determined to get a few miles out of them before changing to real ones. I just...
Are you still banging around in that bucket, wishing it was all smooth and polished and beautiful like a Platinum? I'm not convinced that a pretty tip can ease the pain you feel deep inside. Hope all is well in swamp land, I still want to get out there and mow down a couple of gators...
Nodak,
How do you like the wheel and tire size on the platinum? Assuming you keep the wheel, will you move to a 275-65 tire size? What is your preference for tire replacement when the time comes?
Dan,
I live in the Bay Area and am interested in your box if you still have it. However, I wonder if we have the same rack, which might be too small. I have the 3/4 ARB rack that came with the 4Runner. Is this the same rack you tried carrying the box on?
Without doing a study or adhering to any hearsay, I can personally attest to having driven a 1988 GEN 1 4Runner to over 400K miles. I have driven a 2004 GEN 4 4Runner to 352K miles. I have had many other makes of vehicles that didn't begin to approach those numbers. Clearly, the longevity of...
Aren't we all a Happy bunch of campers now that everyone's got their new truck in play? I don't want to start measuring Johnsons here, but I have a bad ass license plate my own self. Don't make me force it on you.
Nodak, congratulations on finally getting your new truck delivered. Thank you for all the allocation updates and locator information you have provided. Your incredible contributions to this community are duly noted, and you are much appreciated. Have a great day tomorrow! (And, many thereafter)