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Goodyear Duratrac 285/70/17 and Method Race Wheels

Pros and Cons of Running 285 Tires on Your 4runner or Tacoma

If you’ve been contemplating an upgrade to beefy 285 tires on your Tacoma or 4runner, you’re certainly not alone. This is a really popular tire size among Toyota truck fans but the advantages don’t come without their share of sacrifices. Running a 285/70/17 size tire on your 4runner or Tacoma will definitely improve its off-road…

Auxito H11 LED headlight bulbs in 4th gen 4runner

A Guide to Upgrading Your 4th Gen 4runner Headlight Bulbs

If you’re thinking of upgrading your 4th Gen 4runner’s headlight bulbs, you’ve probably already noticed that there are a ton of options to choose from out there. In this guide, I’ll break down the various ways you can upgrade yours and compare some of the pros and cons. There is always a chance that you’ll…

4th gen 4runner raptor lights

What Are Raptor Lights And Why Do People Put Them On Toyotas?

You’ve probably seen them around town – Toyota Tacomas, 4runners, and Tundras with 3 amber lights in the grille. Want to know what they are and what they’re used for? You’ve come to the right place! Raptor lights have been made popular by the Ford F150 Raptor. The US Department of Transportation requires any vehicle…

Lifted 4th Gen Toyota 4runner

7 Best Toyota 4runner Mods Under $100

We’ve all seen tons of high end 4runner builds shared online and on social media. It seems as though the aftermarket industry for these rigs is endless. Modifying your 4runner can get expensive fast though. Not everyone has $5,000 to spend on suspension. Heck, some people might have spent less than that on their 4runner…

Lifted 4th Gen 4runner

The Best 4th Gen 4runner Mods To Start Out With

The Toyota 4runner might not have the same massive aftermarket support as the Jeep Wrangler, but that doesn’t mean there aren’t lots of great upgrades available. Today I’m going to count down my list of the best 4th Gen 4runner mods. The market for 4runners is actually pretty cool. There aren’t a ton of companies…

Best exhaust for Toyota 4runner

Gibson Stainless Cat-back Exhaust Review

There aren’t a whole lot of aftermarket exhaust options available for the 4th gen Toyota 4runner. The Borla dual exhaust used to be common but has since become pretty hard to find. There’s also the Magnaflow system which is expensive and in my opinion, not the greatest looking design. There was even an uber-rare exhaust…

Method Race Wheels Review

Method Race Wheels Review – The Standard MR301

I have to admit, sometimes my desire to buy an aftermarket part is mainly based on the company’s reputation. Of course, the design and specs are important too, but when a company becomes a well loved brand it really gets my attention. This is especially true when it comes to wheels. In my case, I’ve…

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