Rockford Fosgate Speaker Install in 2025 Toyota 4Runner SR5

[alldogsoffroad]

Hey guys,

Last week I did a speaker upgrade on my 2025 SR5 with the base audio system. I followed the guide written by @deuceduzit which is pinned in this subforum. He did an awesome job documenting the brackets and adapters needed to swap out the factory speakers, link to his post HERE.

Adapter parts used:

1x Metra 82-8146 Front 6x9 speaker adapters
1x Metra 82-8148 Rear 6.5" speaker adapters
6x Metra 72-8109 wiring harness

Speakers used:

1x Rockford Fosgate Prime 6x9 p# R169X3
1x Rockford Fosgate Prime 6.5" p# R165X3
1x Rockford Fosgate Punch 3.5" p# P132

The install is pretty straight forward and only requires some modification to the Metra 82-8146. Deuceduzit mentioned in his writeup that only 3 of the 4 mounting bolts to the door are used. I was able to use a die grinder to slot and make all 4 mounting bolts usable. Aside from this, all parts are basically plug and play.

I originally ordered some tweeters to install in the dash but found that the speakers appear to be pretty darn close to a 3.5" speaker. I instead ordered the Rockford Fosgate Punch P132 3.5" speakers and it was a direct bolt in with no brackets needed for mounting. I did have to trim holes in the plastic dash grille that covers the speaker to clear the integrated tweeter but this was quickly and easily done with some nippers / wire cutters.

The factory non-JBL system significantly lacks in clarity and this was what I was most interested in improving. These new speakers are significantly better - lows, mids, and highs are all much more clear and give a far better sound-picture. I did not need an amp but may add a Beatsonic down the road with the integrated subwoofer output if I decide to add a sub in the future.

When I did this project I also added some sound deadening mat to reduce in-cabin drone. This also made a big difference. I do a lot of highway driving for the tradeshows we attend and the reduction in drone / resonance should help reduce driver fatigue.

We shot a video doing the install and it should be on our youtube channel in the next week or two!

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[bakutheleo]

Thanks for that info! As I listen mostly to audiobooks I have not seriously considered upgrading the sound system, but might at some point (I do occasionally listen to music as well). I do not want to go through all that effort/expense though unless I can convince myself it is really worth it for me (I do not consider myself an audiophile). Any chance to made some quality before/after sound recordings?

 

[alldogsoffroad]

Thanks for that info! As I listen mostly to audiobooks I have not seriously considered upgrading the sound system, but might at some point (I do occasionally listen to music as well). I do not want to go through all that effort/expense though unless I can convince myself it is really worth it for me (I do not consider myself an audiophile). Any chance to made some quality before/after sound recordings?

Big thanks to @deuceduzit for his guide more than anything. He did the groundwork, I'm just following their recipe with some slight modification.

Unfortunately it's too late to do a before and after audio; we were concerned about running into copyright strikes when we post onto youtube. If you only listen to audio books I would suggest changing out your dash speakers for some 3.5", this would be the fastest and easiest for you and then you can decide after if you want to change out the door speakers. Alternately, the beatsonic amp that gets recommended frequently on this forum may be a good option for you as well.

I'm also not an audiophile. I'm 42 years old and this is the first time I've done a car audio upgrade.

 

[bakutheleo]

Yeah, I knew it was too late now but hoping for the slim chance you already did . I am fine with the system for now, but maybe if I start listening to more music I may be interested in doing something. Or maybe not...

Thanks! And yes, thanks @deuceduzit for his original work!

 

[alldogsoffroad]

I have my first long haul trip coming up heading to Flagstaff AZ for Overland Expo West, I am very interested to see whether it improves driver fatigue on long driving days.

If any of you guys will be at West, swing by the ADO booth and say hi!!

 

[mush]

This is exactly what im waiting for, easy matching speakers swap. I know trailgridpro has the alpine kit but it has mixed review and is a bit more pricier

 

[gvan1998]

do you need a wiring harness for the dash speakers?

Do you think trimming is needed if the 3.5 speakers have no tweeter or a low profile tweeter buit in?

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