4Runner Overland Build Walk Around

[@drcav_photo]

Let’s give it up for the real heroes of Overland KZbin: the women who follow their mans around the truck while he tries to do a one-take walkaround. We salute you.

[@RevereOverland]

She’s a champ. Even the lightest camera gets heavy after 30 minutes!

[@VirginiaHapa]

I appreciate your videos. So many times, KZbinrs sling the “best” and most expensive gear. The commercialization of some of the channels is a little over the top. You have steered me into a couple of products, thanks for keeping it real.

[@caifan444]

I agree completely keep it bro

[@jeepncj7]

Glad that you mentioned about trash and bears, and using the bear vault. Honestly the only overlanding KZbinr I have seen that even mentions anything about it. Have you changed anything now with a little one with you? I think diapers are the toughest part to manage when it comes to trash management.

[@swashbuckler5539]

It was a pleasure meeting you at the sandwich factory, Ouray Co. we ended up completing Ophir pass, Engineer pass, corkscrew pass, last dollar pass and explored red mountain!

[@MountainRoots]

Been window shopping some 4Runners lately...love your rig & setup man 🤙

[@charleshall9461]

Great video!!! Nothing flashy, just open and honest. Keep it up!

[@JaeTheobald]

Looks like a great setup! I recently grabbed a 2010 Trail 4Runner as well. Let the mods begin!

[@joes4runner715]

you are my hero ! you crush the videos.. great content and discussion .. Cheers

[@JohnWicksPencil14]

Just getting into overlanding, I’m in the market for a 4Runner and just getting an idea on some of the key modifications I’m going to to need. This video was so helpful, thank you!

[@darrenmills6428]

Love watching your videos I’ve been a truck driver 15 years You’ve inspired me to take my wife and kids out west to show them so we bought a jeep commander and just got back last week from South Dakota keep it up 😊

[@clohry1]

Well thought out, I like it. Thanks for the info on the Spot X - I’ve been looking at the Garmin, nice to have something to compare.

[@RevereOverland]

The Garmin is definitely better (except the lack of keyboard), but the Spot does everything it’s supposed to!

[@codylorentson6515]

Running Falken Wildpeak AT3s on my 4Runner. Really love the performance, especially in snow. Low road noise as well, plus they're cheaper than KO2s. Hard to go wrong with KO2s though!

[@shaweehillsworkshop4226]

That drawer system is money!

[@RevereOverland]

It’s ok

[@newlifeoverland226]

Shawnee hills. You should put the templates on the sight.

[@epicone2449]

Looking forward to you and Andres next trip.

[@vincedagiel3905]

Thanks. I’m getting some ideas for my Jeep.

[@yanglu8838]

Wow, what a great setup you have there! I will have to do the me thing like what you have. Thanks!

[@trailrunnah8886]

I know this is an old video and you've moved on, but this was a nice build. I didn't realize that you had this many miles on this rig, mine's a 2013 Trail and I'm just about to hit 135k, so I guess it's barely broken in haha. I think you got this around the same time I got mine, but other than skids, sliders, and General ATX's, mine's still stock. I'm finally starting to think I may actually build it, I'm planning on hidden winch setup and a 2-in suspension, probably Dobinson's.

[@ovrlxnd]

I'm closing in on a year and 10,000 miles on a set of General Grabber X3s. I'm not sure if they're a mild MT or an aggressive AT, but they have been a pleasure to drive on. Wanting to preserve my 15 mpg, I only went one size larger than stock on tires. Sand performance at street pressure was the only area I was left wanting. Most of my builds have had wider tires that didn't require airing down, so it caught me off guard the first time. The inexplicably heavy GX was certainly a factor as well. I spend very little time in sand anymore, and everything was fine once pressures were dropped to the teens.

[@RevereOverland]

I think any tire will struggle in sand at street pressure. I can definitely feel the KO2s bogging unless I'm at

[@lostagain2992]

Outstanding! Great job!

[@solooverland3666]

Cool! I’ve just replaced my KO2s after 56k trouble-free miles, and they still had 6-10k miles left, but that’s less than what I’ll be putting on my new set this summer. Also, Shrockworks rock sliders and Smittybilt X2O (it IS oh, not zero) 💪🏼 Happy tails - less gear, more mpgs!

[@AllThingsOverlanding]

Good info as always buddy. Nice work!

[@2manyhobbies76]

Nice walk-around and explanation of your thoughts. I have molle panels from Outbound Nevada in my 3rd gen 4R windows and set my power system up very similar to yours, but I'm using a Renogy DC-DC/Solar charger and a 600w sine-wave inverter for now. Keep up with the great content and maybe I'll see you out there. I hope to do KOAR next fall.

[@billwilliams4281]

This is a great video. Really enjoy your stuff!

[@robertblack4162]

Congratulations on starting your Channel 🎊🎉

[@thomassanio8745]

Nicely done video. Ok if you kept the 4Runner what would you have done differently looking back??? Thanks.

[@MrMartinWitt]

I have exactly the same 4Runner / year. ARB bumper x CBi. I probably will buy a CBI. Winch 10.000. Suspension, radios, gps, roof tent... thank you to share. You will help me with my doubts and decisions.

[@Bullwolf1965]

Very cool ride!

[@pgc2931]

I'm starting down the tires/lift/money/weight/MPG rabbit hole for my ORP 4Runner. I have questions: Are you on E rated tires? What tire size and rating would you recommend for my use? I'm considering holding off getting a lift. My vehicle use is 90% grocery getter and 10% fun. I like the idea of strong sidewalls and deflateability for that 10% of fun. On the flip side, I'd like to preserve MPG as best I can for the 90% road use. Not planning on major rock crawling. I'm not mechanical enough for that to be an affordable hobby for me. What's your vehicle's approximate MPG at 65, 75, 85 MPH configured as it is in this video? Can it cruise at 85? Your Big Bend video has me thinking of driving south and leaving the snow here in MN. Fantastic content. Thanks. Subscribed.

[@RevereOverland]

In this video I had C rated, but just switched to E. I didn't see much difference when I made the switch other than less sidewall flex. The mpg is around 17 at 65mpg, and drop 1mpg for each 10mph increase! Cruising at 85+ is possible on flat land, but it doesn't like going uphill. Mine is severely weighed down though, and the giant sail on the roof doesn't help either. I'd probably do 275/70/r17 C rated if I were you. Big Bend is amazing. Even going from a mildly cold KY to the warmth there was so nice!

[@pgc2931]

@@RevereOverland Thanks again! I know what I want for Xmas now.

[@johnkaper1129]

Excellent video, lots of info

[@soph_ieca]

hey there again, cool vid!

[@RevereOverland]

Hey there!

[@erikschutzman2402]

Yo, I see that Ale8 in the cup holder. I see you Kentucky!

[@chuckchuckles8281]

Nice walk around! Very thorough. I just got some Falken AT3Ws back in May and I absolutely love them! Every category is the same or better than my old KO2s. Only thing I don't know yet is treadwear. I got 70k miles out of my last set of KO2s and I sold them with the wheels (worth about $100) for $300!! Had about 15-20k miles left till they would have 4/32" tread. Just curious, have you ever weighed your 4Runner? I weighed my 3rd gen which I pack as light as I can and with 2 people and gear for a 2 week trip, I was 200 pounds over GVWR! It all adds up 😯

[@afamilyoutside]

Thanks for making this video. Always appreciate checking out a well dialed in rig. Can you tell me what trauma kit you carry?

[@RevereOverland]

It's a custom kit put together by a local army surplus store

[@liberatingleash]

Thank you for sharing this video. Can you explain what you meant regarding ARBs bumper working with the airbags? Thanks!

[@RevereOverland]

ARB bumpers have a crumple zone that allows the airbags to deploy in a wreck. I’m not aware of any other bumper that’s designed to do that.

[@liberatingleash]

@@RevereOverland good to know. Thank you.

[@lavaner-WeManufactureComfort]

Can you please show your heater? Interested! Thanks!

[@andyking4701]

Good Video! Thx Bro!

[@nottherealjk]

Any thoughts on upgrading to the T10? I'd really like to get it but I'm unsure of how it's going to work with my JBL factory stereo. I'd also like to incorporate a 360 degree camera system into it somehow.

[@AaronJohnson-ql7kw]

What would be better a 4 runner or the trd pickup

[@jeremybyington9114]

Im actually in discussion right now with Baja Designs to figure out the "washout" white/amber issue with the S1's. I have the same issue with all x4 of my S1's I have on my rig

[@RevereOverland]

Let me know what they say!

[@charlescoutret6808]

Great video. Glad to see you are out exploring. If I were out shopping for a used 4Runner would you recommend going for the TRD Off-road or get an SR5 and throw the extra money on suspension and wheel upgrades? I don’t really have enough experience to evaluate the usefulness of a the trd drive enhancements. Thanks.

[@RevereOverland]

Definitely a TRD OR for the MTS and rear locker

[@RevereOverland]

Although if you end up with an SR5 they’re still good vehicles and still have ATRAC, so will do pretty much everything I do anyway.

[@charlescoutret6808]

Thanks. That is helpful. Can’t really add the TRD OR components later.

[@mcgvr1092]

Why did you choose a 500W inverter instead of going with a larger one? Also, what Lithium battery are you using to power your setup? Thanks.

[@jaredmathews2983]

Did that front skid plate come with the front bumper? What about underneath any mods to protect the underbelly of the beast?

[@RevereOverland]

The bash plate comes with the bumper. The engine skids (and other skids) are OEM.

[@grootsgracemission]

How high is your lift, and did you do a front diff drop?

[@mcgvr1092]

What mount are you using for your GoPro? Great review. Definitely gave me ideas.. 🙂

[@RevereOverland]

It’s just one of the sticky mounts that come with the GoPros. It might even be a cheap 3M mount from Amazon.

[@risconamira]

Just out of curiosity - you have not mentioned a solar generator like a jackery. Is this a lack of habit or even for this long trip you dont feel the need for one?

[@RevereOverland]

I've found that with the dual battery and REDARC system I've not needed a solar generator. I have a 100W panel with me (that I forgot to mention), but it takes just 3-4 hours of driving to fully charge the second battery. Most of the time I've only used 10-50%, so it'll be charged in under 2 hours! I do still take a Jackery for friends to use or to power cameras while shooting video, but it's faster to charge it directly from the second battery in the vehicle.

[@risconamira]

@@RevereOverland Awesome. Good stuff. I am curious to see which panel you carrying

[@VeryCoolJeep]

Toyo RT or AT III are good tyres

[@InfinityAwaits]

Just curious because I'm in the same boat, you have a high mileage 4runner, you're going to start having issue after issue, at what point do you sell it for something newer? Also, it seems low 200k miles 4runners go for 6-9k. High 200k mile 4runners go for 3-4k. I'm thinking that 1-2k in repairs each year isn't a bad tradeoff for owning/using the truck. New 4runners are 60k, that's 30 years at 2k/year.

[@RevereOverland]

I haven’t had any issues yet. On my old Jeep I was constantly replacing parts at ~130k miles, so I’m happy!

[@InfinityAwaits]

@@RevereOverland I've replaced everything in the front end. Bearings, axles, seals, speed sensors, control arms. The the 4x4 actuator which was $3500. Radiator. Now every axle seal and bearing is going out. I'm at 230k. Always change the fluids and maintain it.

[@ReimerKeith]

The issue is rarely the cost of repairs, but rather whether you can trust the rig to get you home. Consider the cost of returning a used vehicle to a reliable baseline: replace all filters, fluids, belts, hoses, radiator, spark plugs, shocks, springs, upper control arms, bushings, body/engine/transmission mounts...

[@stevegrimeszz]

I had to cancel on CBi yea sorry but there is no need to wait 8 months for a bumper.

[@RevereOverland]

It’s a shame, because I love the looks of them!

[@stevegrimeszz]

SAME

[@swimmer8585]

194k. Ain’t nothing better than a Toyota for overland. Jeeps are just dumb. I’ve got a corolla with 191k on the clock and a year older than that 4runner. I’d trust it with my life

[@jakepaddyfield4767]

Really great video.... but you are loosing your accent.. lol...

[@overlandvoyager2780]

I wish to let you know I had bad experience with Renogy battery failing to recharge to capacity.Poor customer service.

[@RevereOverland]

Yeah I wouldn’t recommend Renogy!

[@roadcollector5471]

I've never owned a fridge.