🇨🇦 Ice Fishing Build - Dual Swing-Outs/35”/Winch

[Haruharu]

Hi everyone,

A warm thank you to posters who have shared their experiences to make things easier for the rest of us. I have included my complete build here. Please feel free to ask me any questions!

current build:

2025 4Runner Expedition Build – Overview

▣ 2025 TOYOTA 4RUNNER TRD OFF-ROAD PREMIUM
Expedition Build Spec Sheet

▣ PLATFORM

2025 Toyota 4Runner TRD Off-Road Premium
Heritage Blue
Matte PPF + Gyeon 4-Year Ceramic Coating


▣ WHEELS & TIRES

Forged 17×8 Wheels (Zhigu Manufacturing)
Mickey Thompson Baja Boss A/T — 255/85R17
Wheel Mounting & Balancing


▣ SUSPENSION

Westcott Preload Collar Lift Kit
Preload Collar Installation


▣ ARMOR & PROTECTION

OK Expedition Skid Plate Package
Dissent Low-Profile Front Winch Bumper
Dissent Dual Swing Rear Bumper
-Driver Side Tire Carrier Swing-Out
-Passenger Side Overland Panel Swing-Out
-Backup Camera Relocation
Woolwax Undercarriage Coating


▣ RECOVERY SYSTEM

Warn VR EVO 10-S Winch
Agency6 1.5" Hawse Fairlead
Agency6 Billet Shackle
Agency6 Rear Hitch Soft Shackle Block
OEM Toyota Forged Tow Hooks
Soft Shackles
Bunker Industries Traction Boards + Roof Mount
Bunker Industries Tire Deflator / Inflator Kit
TowWorks Hitch Lock


▣ LIGHTING

Alibaba Grille Fog Lights
Baja Designs Squadron Pro Amber (Grille)
Baja Designs S2 SAE Amber Fog Lights
Roadvision Rear Bumper Lights


▣ ROOF & OVERLAND SYSTEM

Westcott Low-Profile Roof Rack
Agency6 Billet Grab Handles
Agency6 Shovel + Mount
Alibaba Custom Rooftop Tent
Vanultra Low-Profile RTT Mount


▣ INTERIOR & STORAGE

Cali Raised Interior MOLLE Panel + Upper Shelf
14" Display iPhone Magnetic Mount


▣ ELECTRICAL & CONTROLS

Auxbeam RA80 8-Gang Switch Panel
Cali Raised Switch Panel Bracket


▣ ELECTRONICS & SECURITY

VIOFO A229 Pro Dual-Channel Dashcam
Dashcam Hardwire Installation + Accessories
Compustar Remote Start + Fortin EVO-ALL


▣ PERFORMANCE

CAMTuning Custom Calibration
COBB Accessport


▣ EXTERIOR DETAILS

TRD Heritage Grille Swap

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[vready]

Then I swapped on aftermarket TRD Pro Grille that is optimized for TRD ORP. For those interested, it keeps the camera in the OEM position, so you do not need to extend the camera or get it recalibrated.

Alibaba order, 125 USD and it comes with amber fog lights + harness.

Can you post a link to this item/seller?

 

[Haruharu]

Can you post a link to this item/seller?

Yes, I found him through a quote I requested on the website, I messaged him for a link to his product



Picked it up last month and have been making a number of mods.

First change was throwing on Westcott Preload Collar Kit (2.5" front, 0.75" rear) with CKAutoFab in Manitoba.

Kevin getting down and dirty. There's no other man in Central Canada you would want working on your truck.

Then I took it to get it wrapped over at Modify.Me in MB.

Then I swapped on aftermarket TRD Pro Grille (Heritage Grill) that is optimized for TRD ORP. For those interested, it keeps the camera in the OEM position, so you do not need to extend the camera or get it recalibrated.

Alibaba order, 125 USD+120 USD shipping and it comes with amber fog lights + harness. to order simply dm me


Next steps are to wrap these wheels in 255/85r17 Baja Boss A/T

Alibaba forged wheels from Zhigu, 1450 USD for set of 5, 9.8 kg per wheel. 17 X 8" +30mm

 

[Keroppi]

Your rig is looking awesome @Haruharu ! What wrap exactly is that? XPEL Stealth Satin?

 

[ggrant20]

Looks great! Following along for that grille link when you get it, I really like the lights on the sides of the camera - did you happen to see if he offers the bronze trailhunter version?

 

[kt1003]

Also commenting to follow for that grill link. What a great find! Truck looks amazing!

 

[brumey]

Any of these accessories made in the USA or CA???

 

[Van Solo]

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[Haruharu]

Can you post a link to this item/seller?

Sorry it took forever for the seller to wake up and reply

You can email them directly and they will be able to invoice you.

There’s three different options, make sure to watch the videos Amy has and then ask for the letters, they are not included!

 

[Haruharu]

Your rig is looking awesome @Haruharu ! What wrap exactly is that? XPEL Stealth Satin?

Actually it’s a new brand, M20 films. Feels great, another ceramic coating is going on top next week! Thanks for the kind words

 

[Haruharu]

https://www.alibaba.com/product-det...offerlist.normal_offer.d_image.61cf13a0l0U2Kv

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Yes this looks like the same product. I’m not sure how to tell the sellers apart but a few that messaged me did not include the letters, so make sure whoever you speak to does

 

[Haruharu]

Any of these accessories made in the USA or CA???

Are 4Runners made in the USA or CA???

 

[Van Solo]

4runners are made in Japan my friend,

 

[Van Solo]

Hi everyone,

A warm thank you to posters who have shared their experiences to make things easier for the rest of us.

Picked it up last month and have been making a number of mods.

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First change was throwing on Westcott Preload Collar Kit (2.5" front, 0.75" rear) with CKAutoFab in Manitoba.

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Kevin getting down and dirty. There's no other man in Central Canada you would want working on your truck.

Then I took it to get it wrapped over at Modify.Me in MB.

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Then I swapped on aftermarket TRD Pro Grille (Heritage Grill) that is optimized for TRD ORP. For those interested, it keeps the camera in the OEM position, so you do not need to extend the camera or get it recalibrated.

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Alibaba order, 125 USD+120 USD shipping and it comes with amber fog lights + harness. to order simply

Email: [email protected]


Next steps are to wrap these wheels in 255/85r17 Baja Boss A/T

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Alibaba forged wheels from Zhigu, 1450 USD for set of 5, 9.8 kg per wheel. 17 X 8" +30mm




Some current shots:

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255/85R17 ???? You are going to reduce the width of the tire? This is never recommended to do in any case??? you may want to reconsider your choice here as it will 100% be unsafe not to mention if your in a accident you may be voided with regards to your insurance in Canada?!

Using a narrower tire than factory-recommended can lead to several issues, including reduced load capacity, potential speedometer inaccuracies, and changes to handling and ride comfort. While it might offer slight fuel efficiency gains due to reduced rolling resistance, the drawbacks often outweigh the benefits.

Here's a more detailed breakdown:

• Reduced Load Capacity:
  Narrower tires typically have a lower load-carrying capacity, meaning the vehicle might not be able to carry the same weight as specified by the manufacturer.
  
  
• Speedometer and ABS Issues:
  Changing tire size can affect your speedometer readings and potentially impact your Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) and other vehicle sensors.
  
  
• Handling and Ride Quality:
  Narrower tires might offer less grip, leading to changes in handling and potentially affecting ride comfort.
  
  
• Tread Life:
  A smaller tire will rotate more times to cover the same distance as a wider tire, leading to faster wear.
  
  
• Aesthetics:
  Smaller tires can create an unappealing visual gap between the tire and wheel well, especially on stock-height vehicles.
  
  
• Potential for Increased Wear:
  Narrower tires can lead to increased wear on other vehicle components due to the altered load and rotational dynamics.
  

In most cases, it's recommended to stick to the manufacturer's recommended tire sizes. If you are considering a change, consult with a tire professional or your vehicle's manual for guidance. They can help you determine if a narrower tire is suitable for your specific vehicle and driving conditions, and if so, what size would be appropriate.

 

[Haruharu]

255/85R17 ???? You are going to reduce the width of the tire? This is never recommended to do in any case??? you may want to reconsider your choice here as it will 100% be unsafe not to mention if your in a accident you may be voided with regards to your insurance in Canada?!

Using a narrower tire than factory-recommended can lead to several issues, including reduced load capacity, potential speedometer inaccuracies, and changes to handling and ride comfort. While it might offer slight fuel efficiency gains due to reduced rolling resistance, the drawbacks often outweigh the benefits.

Here's a more detailed breakdown:

• Reduced Load Capacity:
  Narrower tires typically have a lower load-carrying capacity, meaning the vehicle might not be able to carry the same weight as specified by the manufacturer.
  
  
• Speedometer and ABS Issues:
  Changing tire size can affect your speedometer readings and potentially impact your Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) and other vehicle sensors.
  
  
• Handling and Ride Quality:
  Narrower tires might offer less grip, leading to changes in handling and potentially affecting ride comfort.
  
  
• Tread Life:
  A smaller tire will rotate more times to cover the same distance as a wider tire, leading to faster wear.
  
  
• Aesthetics:
  Smaller tires can create an unappealing visual gap between the tire and wheel well, especially on stock-height vehicles.
  
  
• Potential for Increased Wear:
  Narrower tires can lead to increased wear on other vehicle components due to the altered load and rotational dynamics.
  

In most cases, it's recommended to stick to the manufacturer's recommended tire sizes. If you are considering a change, consult with a tire professional or your vehicle's manual for guidance. They can help you determine if a narrower tire is suitable for your specific vehicle and driving conditions, and if so, what size would be appropriate.

Hey Van thanks for your question and points. I’ll try my best to tackle them point by point.

1. The width will be reduced by half an inch and height increased by 2 inches. The real problem I might have is in the increase in scrub radius. But in terms of safety, these tires will provide better load bearing capacity than OEM falkens.

The pizza cutters are known to have better performance in snow than their wider counterparts.

2. Speedometer isn’t much of an issue, something that we will learn to adapt too

3. Narrower tires with lower psi actually offer more grip. And going through the snow in MB I think I will gain an edge. Not lose it

4. As for aesthetics, I don’t mind it at all

5. As for potential for increased wear, I’ve “offset” that as best as I could with the +30mm offset while increasing 2” in height. The narrow tires will mean I will be doing less wheel well modifications to fit 34.5” tires

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