3rd Gen 4Runner-Paint the Grill, Running Board Removal

[@cultparade2981]

So random I come across this video searching for another 4Runner issue and was literally thinking the other day about taking off and painting that horizontal black strip on the front grille. That middle strip has gotten all chipped and wanted to freshen it up. Still on the fence about removing my running boards. Solid video! - 2002 SR5 owner

[@davidleinweber7467]

Great post! We share the same passion for the 3rd gens. Mine is an ‘02 with 112k. Second owner. Keep thinking I need a new car but every time I look at or drive mine I think no way.

[@jeremysanchez3531]

i have a 2002 4runner also and was thinking about getting a new one but i have so many memories and still running strong even with 250,000+ miles

[@kf3en]

99 here. Over the decades I kept driving new 4-runners and never thought that the new ones were better than the one I had. I loaned the 99 out to my son and went out and bought a 2018 to replace it. It is a great car, but I still love my 99 more. I have the 99 back now. There is something special about it. My retirement/pandemic project is to fix up the 99 which is heavily rusted underneath. It is worth the effort because the frame is still structurally intact for the most part.

[@isaiahmerced8111]

@@jeremysanchez3531 me too with my 98. I got almost 290 on it and I don’t want another. I’m the second owner and the car is as old as me

[@kf3en]

Hit those rusty screws with a shot of rust-oleum rust reformer. It is easy and it works.

[@marcoaurelioamaralfernande8942]

Great! Congratulations ! Beatiful!

[@nicolemenas945]

I've been thinking of fixing up my '96 Runner. Thanks for the ideas!

[@Coronaguytube]

Black and red look great!! 👍🏼😃

[@garymartin8619]

Thanks for the video I like the look may do mine

[@sethmartin9814]

I paint matched mine I wish I could post pics here

[@rondav41]

where can you find tabs for the grille

[@JLeeChron]

Go oem/ toyota dealer for these, or try McGeorge Toyota online part # is 9046712040

[@jonnydelatorres5933]

Hello, I have a 2000 4runner, could you make a video changing the cabin air filter?

[@JLeeChron]

Sure. Presto, Done. Because, a cabin filter doesn’t exist.

[@jonnydelatorres5933]

@@JLeeChron I think the same, but I'm a little confused because some tell me yes and others say no, I've looked for it and can't find anything, they have a blower and there are videos about it but nothing more; thanks for answering

[@JLeeChron]

@@jonnydelatorres5933yes the blower is 3 screws underneath passenger side, cabin filters were added to later years.

[@jonnydelatorres5933]

@JLeeChron Thanks, anyway it's a great car!

[@LouisToledo001]

Do you have a link for the grill clips?

[@sethmartin9814]

Zip ties man

[@JLeeChron]

Louis Toledo just make sure you get Toyota ones, the cheaper chinese ones will work but break easier and are not the best fit. Toyota 90467-12040 Tacoma, RAV4, 4Runner, Grille Clips OEM, Set of 10 www.amazon.com/dp/B016FEWDKE/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_RdCtEbJVW7BGV

[@kf3en]

@@sethmartin9814 Yup for 14 bucks, I will use a couple of zip ties. Why put them back in when they are nearly impossible to remove anyway. Un Necessary pain.

[@andrewgarcia5194]

hey man i actually started painting my grille too cause of your video. i’m going to add clear coat but how long should i let it dry before i put it on and start driving again? and once i start driving will it mess up the paint if i don’t wait long enough?

[@JLeeChron]

Andrew Garcia Don’t be in a rush-if you are in a warmer environment, just wait 24 hours. I would let it sit out in the sun and drive for at least a day. It should be good to go. I would not paint it/Or clearcoated then go out driving four hours later, just plan a day or two

[@Stro_]

I stole your idea and did the exact same thing with my grille, if you add me on Facebook I’ll send you pics! Thanks for the idea man

[@kevinlim8907]

What year is your 4runner? I own a 1999 4runner.

[@JLeeChron]

kevinlim8907 this one is an ‘02

[@rdmd]

How did you wrap the emblem?

[@JLeeChron]

piece by piece, took time and heat gun. held up well.

[@BioSqueky]

I would hope this costs less than 30 bucks..........