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    I have a jump starter- should I still carry jumper cables?

    I purchased one of those self-contained jump starters (non-affiliate link), and I've had good success with it. It only uses about 7% per jump. I imagine that's a logarithmic curve, but I easily have a few jumps per charge. I also religiously recharge anything I use, and I check everything in the...
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    FS/FT- 4th gen 4Runner Front Receiver Hitch by CBI (Seattle)

    I have a CBI front receiver hitch for a 4th gen Toyota 4runner for sale. This provides a rock solid recovery point on the front of your 4th gen 4runner with only minimal cosmetic changes. Here’s the CBI listing...
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    Electrical connector for aftermarket fog lights? (4th gen 4runner)

    What's best practice for connecting aftermarket fog lights to a factory wiring harness? I have a factory switch and wiring harness installed from the old fog lights, I just need some help connecting my new lights that fit my new bumper into the old wiring harness. On the light side, I have bare...
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    Rear bumper destroyed - price check and options? 4th gen 4runner

    My rear bumper was "involuntarily modified" this evening in traffic. Everyone is ok. There is no significant damage to any other components, but the lower bumper panel that runs from wheel well to wheel well is going to need to be replaced. So, can you guys help me assess me options? They...
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    Protected switches for Toyota cutouts?

    Has anyone sourced a physically protected switch for the Toyota cutouts? I'm looking for something to stop accidental engagements- my dog rests on the console of my 4runner (not the best idea, but save it for another thread) and frequently engages whatever push button switches are there. I'm...
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    Yakima BasketCase on 4th gen 4runner?

    Looking to do a very cheap, very low profile roof rack for my 2006 4runner with stock roof rails. I've searched a bunch and found mentions of people fabbing their own mounts for the Yakima BasketCase, setting it flush with the rails. Has anyone here done that? Can you provide pictures and...
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    Best generic LED pod?

    I was looking at a set of generic 24w dually style LED pods in a flood pattern from Exploration Outfitters, but they're out of stock. Are there other brands of low-cost, import LED pods that people trust? There are tons of options on eBay, but I'd prefer to buy from a site or store front that...
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    SAR stickers on your vehicle - invitation to theft?

    Do you guys keep SAR stickers on your vehicles? Do you feel that they make you a target for break-ins? I am getting involved with a local volunteer SAR organization. I'm parked in an urban neighborhood 99% of the time. I'd like to add my team stickers, but I don't want to post a big billboard...
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    CBI Ditch light bracket... Add antenna mount?

    I have a set of CBI ditch light brackets for my T4R4, and I plan to mount them up with with a dually style LED flood pointed out a little. I'm thinking them may be enough room to drill for a CB antenna mount, as well. That would put a light on one side of the truck and a light and antenna on the...
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    I scratched up my 4runner. Now what?

    I've had my black 2006 4runner for just over a year, and I've already managed to put some pretty significant scratches in it. They were well worth it, and I wont miss out on any fun to keep the truck cherry, but I would like to do what I can to keep it looking nice. The scratches I have fall...
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    Replace fog lights with LED driving lights?

    Has anyone replaced their stock Toyota fog lights with LED driving lights like a Rigid dually? Would they even need a new wiring harness, or could they simply be tied into the existing fog light circuit?
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    Windows 8.1 tablet for in vehicle nav?

    My life runs on Windows- 8.1, RT, and Phone 8. I'd love to also run an 8.1 tablet in my vehicle for navigation. The new 8" pro devices look perfect- small form factor, built in GPS, full software compatibility. Is anyone using a Windows device for this? How's it going? What apps are you using...
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    Tire size- overland 4runner in PNW

    I'm building out my 4th gen 4runner for DD and overland. Typical trips are Seattle to Redmond twice a week, Stevens Pass in Feb (snowy), and Washington Backcountry Discovery Route in July (forest roads, babies heads, rutty). I just installed an OME 2.5" lift, so I've been looking at upgrading...
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