365 Days of 4Runner Ownership and Mods - The First Year!!!

[@AB1DE]

Great Video! Just found ya and subscribed! I also had a litany of Jeeps and pickups, like you. I just sold my '21 Bronco Base 2DR 7Speed for stupid money (Like really stupid lol) and picked up a new 4Runner ORP in Lunar (MSRP but deeply discount thanks to the Bronco). Still have my 1996 LX450, frame about to rust in half with about 345k miles on it... Sad.. LOL

[@macscvelopopperdonuts2169]

How is the super white paint holding up? Any issues with more than normal chipping or peeling?

[@adamingle3135]

A little "Shocked" by the suspension....I don't know if the pun was intended, but I love it.

[@markgraff8326]

Damn great work love how it all makes sense and practical beautiful photos thank you for sharing

[@StudioVoodooMusic]

Nice rig! I'm just getting to a year myself on an SR5 4x4. I did a lot of the same mods, including the Baja Designs fog lights. Thanks for the info on the High Beam LEDs! I just sold my Morimotos because they weren't DRL friendly. I'll have to try the XD ones. I have their low beam LEDs. My favorite mods you didn't mention: You might want to check out the Victory 4x4 Blitz sliders. They are amazing side protection, they look great and they have integrated side lights. I also got my Molle panels from them. The other one is a Road Shower which makes camping feel almost like home - a hot shower and pressurized water for cleaning! One thing worth mentioning is that having upgraded shocks - even the relatively cheap Bilstein 5100s - totally cures the nose dive that all OEM 4Runners seem to have. I need an awning too, but I think I can just rig up a big tarp with lightweight tent poles to the tie-downs on my roof rack, rather than mounting an expensive awning to the roof. On a similar note, I don't really get the RTT fad. I get it if you're on safari in Africa, but otherwise It seems like a ton of weight to carry for something that could be so portable.

[@Ready2Shoot_309]

Beautiful build and very similar to what I would like to do, as mine will also be a daily driver. I have a 2003 4Runner and absolutely love it... Can't wait to get behind the wheel of the current models! I love the functionality of your vehicle and the extra organization.

[@TheYurisam]

You’ve done an awesome job and your TRD looks very badass!

[@YanDizzleseguBrah]

Hey man! great video...loads of inspiration for my new rig! where did you find the "Heritage Grill" and for how much??i just picked up my 2020 4runner venture spec and i wanted the TRD PRO Grill but the dealership wanted a gross amount of money for it..

[@g.fortin3228]

nice setup, well thought out, nice vid with some cool scenery in there. Only one thing, the passenger side back window rack.. would not block that what a huge blind spot. Worse tham the Toyota FJ blind spot. But easy fix to remove if you find that out when you put stuff on it, or only utilize the very bottom of it. Anyhow, great rig you got there I'll be using that usb and left window rack info ! Thx and happy trails.

[@unitedstatesmarine5087]

Great video! I just got my first 4RUNNER. I’m so excited to take it out and explore! Thank you for sharing!!

[@yotaman492]

Great looking rig Have a link for the Fog Light MOD?

[@itsatrap4986]

Crazy how they don't make these parts for Sequoias. Myst 2003 Sequoia is just as capable with so much room and the prices were cheap for a v8 4x4.

[@michaelwas8549]

awesome review without stupid music!

[@jakemaughan3818]

You should Include the total cost of everything you have done. That's a sweet rig!

[@TwistedJake]

I'd rather not know...

[@RCGJR_]

Twisted Jake that made me laugh! 😂🤣 the things we’d do for our 4runners 😂

[@J.Young808]

Twisted Jake 🤣🤣 I know what you mean. I made the mistake of trying to total up all my Pew Pews and cried😢

[@humbertorodriguez7906]

Man you take some really nice pics, badass runner bro 🤙🏽

[@TwistedJake]

Thank you and thank you!

[@ayo30s]

Yea Really Nice pics, came here for the 4Runner but the Pics were really Nice, 👍🏾👊🏾✌🏾🇳🇬🇺🇸

[@RoyFJ65]

Love the TRD Pro kit, I installed it on my FJ and on and off road can't complain coupled with the Yokohama Geolandar MT G003. Nice 4 Runner build btw.

[@georgemitchell1980]

Great video! Do you have a link for the TRD Pro knock-off front grill?

[@scottyb226]

this is fantastic, thanks for the comprehensive review. just picked up a '19 TRD OR and we'll use it very similar to yours. i'm strongly considering some of the modifications you made!

[@TwistedJake]

Nice! Hopefully you love your rig more and more every day like I do. Check out my website for more links and info.

[@francowj]

Nice 4runner we have similar mods. I had a tepui awning. Took a 5 day camping trip to Utah. Did not use it once. Found the EZup canopy was better for shade or getting some protection from the rain because you can move it around without moving the vehicle. Used the awning once while at the beach for a day. Took back the 300 dollar awning to REI and decided to go with the 40 dollar canopy instead. The awning did look cool, but for the cost, I found the EZup canopy was just as good and more useful. Hope that helps. I follow you on IG as willsyotarunner. It's cool to see you on KZbin

[@TwistedJake]

That is great input!!!

[@pdx650]

Jake, I was watching a video of pacific overland nw www.youtube.com/@OverlandPNW and he mentioned your site and channel. Love your 5th gen. I had a 3rd gen 8 years ago and have been wanting to get back into the 4runner. It seems the 5th is a good way to go. Maybe a 'Trail Premium' or the 'off road premium. I like the 'J' shift lever for the transfer case, not the dial.

[@TwistedJake]

Meeting those guys randomly out on a trail was so random, wild, and awesome!!!

[@oscarcastillo340]

I got 17 cement trd pro freaking oven it Best Buy I ever did

[@MNShooting]

Can you be more detailed on the windows down mod

[@guitarguy764]

Looks wild man. Hows your alignment with 2" lift? I needed some UCAs with my 3" lift to get a nice alignment.

[@kriminallogic2283]

Nice vid! Cool mods, I’m looking to get a 4Runner as a daily and might think about the trails and over landing aspect now. Keep the videos coming!

[@TwistedJake]

Thanks! I really enjoy making these videos and sharing with everyone. Just wish I had more time to do so.

[@Wheel2LiveOffRoad]

Nice set up. Good looking truck.

[@eyang7]

Taking over my brother's lease in 3 or 4 months of his 2021 venture edition 4R and I can't wait to dec it out. I've been watching plenty of videos and I've got a lot of plans for it. Excited 🤩

[@JS-wv7vn]

Great and informative video. I have my ORP coming in a couple weeks, can't wait. Also: works well*

[@cezze]

Watching this makes me want to trade in my ‘19 Tacoma TRD Sport for a ‘18 !! Beautiful rig sir 🤤

[@DarkBykeTwitch]

Sorry one more thing I noticed, your rear lights, are they custom blacked/tinted?

[@TwistedJake]

Nope. Those are OEM untouched.

[@cro3090]

Great video, love your ride. I am trying to find the 67D cell phone mount on their website like yours but I can't find it? Can you direct link it? Thank you.

[@TwistedJake]

Thanks! It used to be called the "Tacoma 3rd Gen Expedition Essentials Upgrade Pack with Universal Holder" but that kit doesn't appear to exist anymore. It is basically just the universal holder, the shortest arm, and the mount. Did you see my video specifically about the holder?

[@kevinbetters]

I'm not seeing your phone mount at the 67 Designs page, which model is that? Looks very convenient how it mounts in teh coin tray.

[@adelinenicholas922]

Cement isn't white. THE wife??

[@PictureTime]

Sweet rig man. Where did you order the "aftermarket" heritage Grill? Sorry if I'm missing that from somewhere but I'd like to get one for my 2020. Thanks.

[@TwistedJake]

I got mine from CarTrimHome. Here is a link to the 2020 one. cartrimhome.com/Front-Bumper-Grille-Replacement-for-4runner-2020

[@PictureTime]

@@TwistedJake Thanks Jake!

[@PictureTime]

@Twisted Jake! I got the grill and got it installed. Thanks again for the tip. I gave you a shout out in my video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/emm0h4ygar6lgqM

[@johnyu6078]

Spectacular sceneries and amazing person in the footage. I like your accessary intro as well.

[@Myyt6908]

getting a 2020 TRD Off Road...was wondering about the roof rack. will you be able to fit into a standard garage with your rack on top? appreciate it. thanks!

[@fmjcustoms341]

Great video and nice ride. Just picked up a 2020 4R TRD OR Prem. Do you have the link for the TRD FJ lift kit? Thanks and keep up the good work

[@zerokool-2058]

Nice looking 4Runner man! I’m thinking of adding a gas tank extension. Seen once thats 20 gallons. Definitely looking into it

[@LT.BrianM]

I love how all of your mods have a purpose. Sure, the grill is for looks but pretty much everything you did is purpose built. Really nice job!

[@TwistedJake]

Thanks! That is the reason I don't have big heavy bumpers or a winch. Not something I'd probably get much use out of for what I do. Got to prioritize spending.

[@spalacios9058]

I cant find the link to the straps you use for your attachments on your Rago racks. I just bought the two panels and the shelf, should be getting it soon.

[@andyking4701]

Very Nicely Done!

[@claudiacanales2662]

Great video man. Love your mods. Tint and remote start a must for me as well!

[@danserrano2251]

BAD ASS.

[@hotsky83]

Glock magazine nicely organized haha 👍

[@marcopardo453]

Very nice video. A lot of cool mods and yet it still looks almost factory original.

[@Punk_Rocktopus]

Thanks for the info, I am looking at a 2020 TRD and this gave a lot of good information. Might be copying a number of things that you did. well done!!!! and thank you sir!!!

[@DarkBykeTwitch]

Your front got tinted? How do you not get pulled over?

[@TwistedJake]

I've had my entire windshield tinted in my last 3 rigs.

[@J.Young808]

Twisted Jake how does it look at night.

[@wildbunch469]

Great job on all your mods! What have you found works best for attaching your patches to the headliner?

[@marcusaurelius652]

Haha no reply

[@billwaterhouse5894]

Love the mods, nice work. Thanks for sharing

[@zombiesrok]

Hey loved the video! Great mods. I want this so bad. But it will be a daily driver for me as well. How many miles have you been getting with a full tank?

[@TwistedJake]

This is an older vid. I've since added a few things on the rack including an awning. I've also gone up to 285's in tire size. I get about 16-17 MPG on average. Miles per tank will greatly differ depending when I fill up.

[@zerokool-2058]

You guys sleep inside the 4Runner? Or tent?

[@allthewadeup5102]

Really nice. You hooked that 4R up nice.

[@TwistedJake]

Thank you! I'm pretty happy with it.

[@damacknificent151]

Any wheel spacers? Because I've noticed when people get about 3 inch lift, the front wheels tend to go inward a tad. 285 70 r17 ? No rubs?

[@TwistedJake]

No wheel spacers. 265 70 17 stock size tires with an offset.

[@sonny089]

thanks for the list :)

[@PatrickLima69]

How do you do the anytime fog light mod? I’ve been wanting this since I bought my 4runne

[@TwistedJake]

www.toyota-4runner.org/5th-gen-t4rs/92013-antmans-thread-2.html#post811096

[@fcsoutdoors6327]

how do you get the patches to stick to the roof

[@williamhamrick9199]

which 67 degrees phone mount did you get?

[@J.Young808]

This is a year old video so you might have gotten a tire carrier already, but Rigd is a very good option.

[@TwistedJake]

I actually haven't gotten a carrier and not sure I will.

[@scarlett92584]

Great video, thanks for sharing.

[@TwistedJake]

Thanks for watching! KF7HOR

[@mtoenjes82]

What’s the box on the roof?

[@valiantone395]

{ H O A X } 📺 [ V i r u s ]

[@sidx32]

Alot of good ideas for 4runner owners! How do you secure the patches to your headliner?

[@marcbathon2346]

With common sense

[@MiguelGarcia-fo5gl]

Rig! 👍🏽

[@bigdaddyserg1843]

Nice rid thinking of trading in my tundra for a 4Runner 👍🏼

[@TwistedJake]

I had a full size truck prior. There are things I miss and things I don't. If I had to do it again I think the 4runner was the right decision for us.

[@danserrano2251]

Trucks Are Dope But Are Extremely Limited to What You Can Do

[@jono7248]

Where do you find those brackets looking thing on the side of your rear windows? And how is it installed? Thank you.

[@TwistedJake]

Are you referring to the Rago Fabrication Modular Storage Panels?

[@jono7248]

@@TwistedJake I googled it and yes that's the one! Thank you for that. Love your T4R keep up the great work!

[@camooo101]

@@TwistedJake Do they raddle when going over bumps ?

[@joegiese2407]

Can I get a link to the aftermarket grill? I don't see it listed. Thanks!

[@TwistedJake]

Sure thing. This is the one I used: cartrimhome.com/4runner-Front-Bumper-Grille-Replacement

[@BernieBVilladiegoDDS]

Do you have the link to the dash cam that you installed?

[@TwistedJake]

Use Discount Code "TWISTEDJAKE" to save a little cash. www.grdian.com/shop/p/dash-cams/front/krios-mini

[@KWIKWS6]

nice setup.

[@lambertsaldi1550]

Awesome Review thank you 👍🤙🇺🇸

[@georgerino1861]

Nice job, on the 4runner and vid

[@3245common]

Sweet ride 💪😎

[@alanlife3083]

Love the mods. Just got a 2018 already lifted on 33s... going to look into that trd FJ suspension

[@TwistedJake]

If you can find a setup for the clearance price it is a no brainer. When Toyota discontinued that suspension they cleared it out for about $550 total.

[@The67Crucible]

@@TwistedJake I wonder if it will work on 2020 setup, I have KDSS

[@jcheysel1]

Nice mods...tks

[@TwistedJake]

You're welcome!

[@americanmade422]

Bennett pass. I love that trail

[@MEEK5]

Lucky guy

[@alanlife3083]

You inspired me. Going to Rhino line my stock roof rack

[@TwistedJake]

In my opinion they look so much better black. DO IT!!! (I still have my all black factory rack that I should sell.)

[@alanlife3083]

@@TwistedJake yeah the silver just isn't it! Haha. Don't really feel like paying $1500 for a Gobi roof rack just yet

[@chrisconway2756]

Go Rigd for tire carrier!

[@TwistedJake]

I think I've came to the conclusion I don't want a carrier. I'm probably going to 285's soon and I'm told one will still fit under. I've also been told to get a narrower tire that is the same height for a spare. We'll see and I'll of course update.

[@dogit310]

Z

[@ericzimmer2645]

Great video! What was brand was the cargo case in the back?

[@TwistedJake]

Plano. Should be a direct link in the video description.

[@ericzimmer2645]

Ah yes, their name threw me. Thanks!

[@cindysgetsitclean]

What size tires are these?

[@TwistedJake]

In this video they are 265-70-17 but have since went to 285's.

[@cindysgetsitclean]

Thank you. That's what I'm putting on tomorrow...... until next year ;)

[@joevaldez21]

Nice video love the mods keep up the awesome job

[@TwistedJake]

Thank you!

[@joevaldez21]

@@TwistedJake I didnt see and thing about the fog light mod in your description

[@TwistedJake]

@@joevaldez21 They are there Baja Design Squadrons.

[@Lost1st]

How did you wire your 12v to be constant on?

[@TwistedJake]

What part? The 12v power ports inside?

[@Lost1st]

Yeah the one inside the center...

[@Lost1st]

Twisted Jake do you have a link by chance

[@TwistedJake]

@@Lost1st I don't have a link. I just pulled the center console up, found the power wire, cut it, and ran a separate constant 12v wire to it. Tapped under the dash somewhere with fuse tap.

[@justinfaull2207]

Great job! Lot's of great info!

[@TwistedJake]

Thanks! I didn't realize how popular this video would be when I made it. I want to do another real soon that is best budget mods I've done.

[@justinfaull2207]

Twisted Jake btw I have a 2020 White SR5 and I'm just starting my mods - so this was a huge help in deciding on options!

[@stealthbaumer2]

Finally! A good mod video with tons of ideas! Awesome video!

[@TwistedJake]

Thanks!

[@dumbass2999]

Love the Runner! Ive had my 2018 Sr5 4runner for a year as well! What was the remote lake called? I would love to take a trip up there!

[@americanmade422]

Badger lake. The trail he had to take to get there was bennet pass trailhead mt hood off hwy 35