Colorado Off-Road Overlanding in a 5th Gen 4Runner | Built2Wander

In this episode of Built2Wander, we dive into the most recent B2W build, a 2019 Toyota 4Runner TRD Off Road turned into an overland machine fit for the Rocky Mountain region. We take you through the ins and outs of the build, highlighting the components that were integral in taking this vehicle from stock to rock. We also hit the dirt for a long weekend of overlanding in Colorado, putting our new build through its paces in its own backyard.
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The Colorado off road trails prove to be equally challenging as they are scenic, acting as the perfect proving grounds for the 33” Nitto Tire Ridge Grapplers that the 4Runner was built around. River crossings and waterfalls demand the additional clearance gained from the 3” Toytec Aluma Series Suspension System and make no match against the combination of the two. After a full day on the trail, we kick back at a hard-to-reach campsite nestled in the White River National Forest and put Rhino-Rack’s Batwing Awning to use.
While exploring the trails, we experience some of Colorado’s rich mining history and even have to pass over snow that’s still multiple feet deep despite being in the middle of summer! We have a blast finding out just how capable this Toyota 4Runner TRD Off Road Build really is and encounter many different types of terrain as we ultimately climb our way up to nearly 13,000 feet.
Tune in to our latest adventure if you’re looking for some inspiration for your next 4Runner build or for a new trail to hit!
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[@rogerward6242]

Basically 6 ads disguised as a video about the toyota 4runner. Thanks for that.

[@Built2Wander]

Stoked for the Premiere! Thanks for the continued support, Driving Line!

[@jaysplace01]

Just picked up a 2016 4runner a few days ago definitely jotting notes down on the build looks great!

[@kevinayers7144]

Nice Jack Commercial

[@PocketManga]

Meanwhile in Mongolia people use prius to cross rivers twice deep and offroad. Awesome rig and I have the same one and love it.

[@peterdamson5705]

Shit, my dude. I was thinking the same here xD Taking the pressure off the tires to go over some pebbles was some funny shit yo. But yeah, still kewl video.

[@andyham6094]

@@peterdamson5705 it still gives it a smoother ride. You don’t have to be rock crawling giant boulders to air down. It’s all about the comfort and not getting fatigued. Suspension and airing down are the keys to that obviously. But either way this 4runner is BEAUTIFUL!!!!

[@muhitdingod6303]

ye i went mongolia last year and we were goint hard off-road priuses were just going normal lmao

[@MarioLoco03]

@@peterdamson5705 dude...it makes long rides more comfortable. Rattling the shit out of your car and passengers isnt really some machismo bragging rights. LOL

[@rayland9305]

Man you guys sounds jelly that we actually put our 4runners to use up here in Colorado. This is our back yard. Let's see your mall crawling 😂

[@codymac181]

YES! great video! I just got a 21' pro (added a video on how it is offroad) and am loving it. This is making me miss summer already!

[@droneops4768]

Great video! I can't wait to get mine and start hitting the trails.

[@GATORADDAM]

Excellent! God's country out there for sure. I was out there in July running trails in my Tacoma. Black Bear pass was my favorite. Can't wait to do it again next season!

[@Built2Wander]

We just ran Black Bear Pass in our JL and JT in September. It was awesome!

[@muddyguns]

Nah, you should stay out of CO 🤷‍♂️

[@colby78hurley]

@@muddygunsJust because you have a warrant there?

[@anthonypg96]

those trails look AMAZING!!!

[@zachcheris3427]

God this is one big add for different people

[@andyham6094]

Mannnnn Colorado and Utah just have the best most beautiful trails. Wanna go there one day. It looks so beautiful on camera, I can’t even imagine it in person. 4runner gang for life!

[@Built2Wander]

It is an incredible place! You definitely owe it to yourself to make it out here and experience it in person. Thanks for watching!

[@bassage13]

Don't forget Arizona. I live out here, there's so many great places to explore!

[@cyrpto666]

Really awesome editing on the video. made for a nice day dream during my lunch at work. Can’t wait for my next trail run

[@matt34003434]

Matt at 3D Off-Road is the best. He's built my last two rigs, 2017 Tacoma and now my Titan-Swap 2011 Xterra.

[@Built2Wander]

I saw the Xterra - what a sick build!!

[@rafaelandres7494]

Amazing place looks so much fun

[@actiondicesportsgames9089]

Wow that looks fun.

[@LiL13izzy7]

Those are great looking rigs!

[@americanmade422]

Great build!

[@tzabron]

Great video, im waiting for my 2022 trd off road 4runner.

[@ChimneyMan27]

I felt like i was taking the adventure too. Subscribed.

[@freshprince7027]

Great video through and through

[@GorillaFutures]

Awesome build and great video!

[@Built2Wander]

Thanks for watching and for the kind words. Glad you liked it!

[@SarasotaTim]

took my stock 2021 SR5 4runner with just BFG K02's no upsizing to hell revenge in Moab.... Not a problem. Pure Stock!

[@andyham6094]

Please do more long videos like this of off-road/overlanding trips with this 4runner. The quality and shots were absolutely amazing!! Loved this video. That girl reminds me of christen press btw lol

[@Built2Wander]

Will do! Thanks for the kind feedback!

[@daursan]

I also use YETI mug. A good one. Nice video by the way. The truck looks amazing

[@dominiccasa8799]

Thanks a lot, a lot more has been done since this video! Yeti is great as well

[@douglaslilley8940]

Bad ass ! Great scenery!

[@zodiacbase1]

love it guys!!

[@timbrown7980]

Nice video, reminds me of last summer! Next mod should be some rock sliders!

[@dominiccasa8799]

Finally got some from Hefty Fabworks!

[@erichoertel1866]

Awesome video!

[@mkeinnyc]

4 Runner looks awesome!! Thanks for sharing this trail - I will have to check it out! Bill Moore Lake next?

[@Built2Wander]

Michael Egan we are DOWN!

[@canalesivany]

Timeless design! 4Runner are awesome!

[@apa7611]

Bad ass trip!

[@larryparker1678]

Nice video, I too am a 4 runner guy

[@VJStroud]

keep up the good work. Would like to see some offroading tips/advice added to your video content in the future.

[@Built2Wander]

We can do that!

[@destinationlost9252]

No better rig for adventure in Colorado!

[@rodicallife]

Single Barrel best Barrel... Thanks for taking the time...

[@shawnwalker2599]

The video was very well done, I enjoyed watching it. Nice work on the 4-Runner, ours ('Hers'), is coming along as well!

[@Built2Wander]

Shawn Walker Thanks for watching, Shawn! Can’t wait to watch yours transform! 👊🏻

[@White_buffalo_4r]

We love our 4Runner on 285 toyo R/T's they fit before lift but after lift it pulled them inwards so that's were rubbing started. We went with Hefty Fabworks rock sliders and getting bumpers and full skids from them here soon. I think the Hefty Fabworks could be a great addition onto the build they are located in Colorado Springs. Should check out his 4Runner on 37's wow it's sweet.

[@Built2Wander]

We are working on a Tacoma build with Hefty Fab this fall and also have plans to work with them on a new line up for the JL/JT. They make great products! I believe the owner of this 4Runner has his eyes on their armor for his build ultimately as well. 👍🏻

[@White_buffalo_4r]

@@Built2Wander awesome to hear that Chris is an amazing guy over there

[@dominiccasa8799]

Got the slidders and I can't wait to get the bumpers :)

[@lunamaria1048]

Being that i own a 4Runner TRD Off Road, it's nice to see a channel overlanding in one, instead of always Jeeps. I have the Magnuson supercharger in mine and HIGHLY recommend it!

[@dominiccasa8799]

So jealous, the 4runners need more power!

[@static603]

Have you been living under a rock? There are a lot of channels that go overlanding in a 4Runner

[@InspectorCallahan.44]

Did you do the install? Was it difficult?

[@lunamaria1048]

@@InspectorCallahan.44 No, you have to have it professionally installed, if you don't want to void the warranty... Mine was installed by Toytec.

[@dadventuretv2538]

Wow. Awesome trip with gorgeous scenery. Query bout your rig. Im looking into my next one and 4Runner on the short list. But I too would want to get about another inch or two of body ground clearance and add about half to 3/4 inch lift to the pumpkin. So was thinking like a 1.5-2 in lift in roughly 33 in Cooper Discoverer S/T Maxx tires. Looks like you have 33 x 12.5. I was thinking either 285/70 = 32.7 in or 295/70 = 32.25 in. Since the stock 265/70R17 = 31.6 and I would only be increasing diameter by 1.1- 1.65 in I figured at max a 2 in lift would work. I like the KDSS and most of what I have read say no more than a 2 in lift with KDSS equipped rigs. Also figured wouldn’t need to regear. But your comment on fitting your 33s with even a 3 in lift has me worried. Also curious if you regeared. Any thoughts and advice appreciated.

[@dominiccasa8799]

With the 3 inch lift and 33s the rubbing only occurred during full locking turning and reverse. I wanted to have a comfortable reliable ride with zero issues. It all depends on how well you want everything to workout in the long run, rehearing is next on my to due list

[@LionRunner]

Awesome video..!! Love the setup.. Those tires 295/70R17 looks great. Wow, you did a body mount chop too? I'm still scared to do that. Still running 285/70R17 with just minor cut on the lower part of the bumper. Thinking of 285/75R17 too. Anyway, enjoyed the video.

[@Built2Wander]

Lion Runner 3D Offroad did a beautiful job on the body mount chop. It’s not so bad when the person doing it has a lot of experience with it. We were lucky to have the help! Thanks for watching!

[@AdventureswithJerrod]

Awesome video but the homemade fire was lame lol. Always build a real fire when camping! I've got the same vehicle in 2017 thanks for the ideas! I love the 4 runner set up you have!

[@dominiccasa8799]

You're absolutely right, butttttt in Colorado there was a very strict fire ban. Propane was the only way to get that camping feeling without burning the state down

[@shandalfthegrayt8425]

Yeah most of the warm summer months in CO are stage 2 fire ban, the responsible thing to do is just bring a mini gas fire pit, they aren’t quite the same as a wood fire but we like to keep our dry forests from burning down

[@MikloVelka_]

Goals 💯

[@joeallfrontsquiet8797]

Awesome footage!! A bone stock SR5 4Runner could do that easily.

[@RagingBad]

But doesn't look as good as this one

[@ThePrezObozo]

Can't beat Toyota offroad vehicles 👍

[@Yesitsqk]

❤️awesome

[@darkdeminsion]

I just bought a 4runner for my wife and after watching this video I want to mod it for offroading

[@zzanatos2001]

I'm in Denver. I have a 4th gen 4Runner with the 4.7-liter V8 that I bought new in 2004. Never had any problems at all - but it only has 150,000 miles. That's barely broken in for a 4Runner.

[@dominiccasa8799]

I wish they put a V8 in the new generations

[@zzanatos2001]

@@dominiccasa8799 Me too. If they did - I would buy a new one today. I hear rumors that the 4Runner will be completely redesigned in 2022 and will get a twin turbo V6. That might be interesting.

[@dominiccasa8799]

@@zzanatos2001 if thats the case then I'll definitely be trading mine in

[@MomentsPhoto]

Thanks for the video! How often did you end needing Crawl Control and Rear Diff Lock?

[@dominiccasa8799]

I used the craw control the first time through the snow and only locked the rear maybe once.

[@mikecrivello4908]

Can you please ask the Jeep guy what brand of iPad mount is that??!! Link? Thanks! Great video! Just bought a 2021 TRD Off Road w/ 33s and 3” lift. Love it👍🏻🌵!

[@dominiccasa8799]

@built2wander ?

[@alektad]

As someone who owns an off-road vehicle (4Runner) and a built muscle car, it’s really funny how most off-road enthusiasts really known little about cars in general, with exceptions of course. But essentially it comes down to “I upgraded those 3 things, that’s my epic build.” But third of it is just cosmetic, the other third is stupid lights that they never use , and only about one or two things are actually functional upgrades.

[@MrManic52001]

Love my 4runner, recently took it to a local Off Road park.... wow i am impressed, you can watch all those videos and NEVER grasp the ability of the 4runner. Loved stock except 275s and x4 innovations sliders. stock skids are not good, next upgrade, skids, then 4.88s, 3 inch and 285s. In that order.

[@muddyguns]

Who are you talking to? Or are you just posting a random thought of yours? "NEVER grasp the ability of the 4runner" 🤣 . The 4runner off road is on 3 wheels more than a 90's big-wheel. All sorts'a tippy, too. Lockers, skids, rails, gears and tires. Should have bought a Rubicon. All that work put into something with IFS 🤦🏿‍♂️

[@shandalfthegrayt8425]

@@muddygunsdrive a trail or offroad model with KDSS and you’ll be impressed. Or you just don’t like 4Runners and that’s fine too lol not everyone has to love them, more supply for the rest of us

[@collin7776]

FYI, All trails has it labeled Halfmoon Gulch, Trailsoffroad it's Halfmoon Creek, on the National Geographic map it's Halfmoon or road 110/110J. Tons of campsite around the trail head to Mt. Elbert. Most cars can get to Mt. Elbert trail head. The second trail head for Mt. Massive you would need a high clearance 4wd and expect some potential damage if you don't have clear wheel placement. Going left to the 110J the major obstacle is known as Iron Mike, definitely have rock sliders for that one.

[@dominiccasa8799]

Now that I have hefty fab rock sliders I feel a lot more confident. You really know the area, its a great trail!

[@collin7776]

@@dominiccasa8799 Nice, I'll probably get their front bumper next summer. This year I got the same rack and ikamper rtt, hopefully I'll be able to save enough for a full set of BP-51 suspension before june/july (still rocking 265s). That area is amazing for hiking and off-roading, definitely a place you could set a basecamp for a couple days and explore.

[@jagdeeprandhawa4361]

7:39 so close to the edge!

[@pauln412]

Wow beautiful scenery! Great quality video👍

[@leafinitup1]

Cool trip!! I also have a TRD Off Road (stock). What happens if you have a mechanical failure out there?!

[@dominiccasa8799]

Start hiking back and call a friend I guess haha, (knock on wood)

[@rommelrivera1186]

Not hating -- I own a 4R TRD Pro, but this is REALLY funny. All is good right here: 6:34... OK, maybe not -> 9:14 LOL!!!

[@maxrussell3759]

How’s the off-road scene in Colorado? Colorado Springs specifically. Been thinking about moving out that way from Maine. Not a whole lot going on over here with our tiny hills.

[@dominiccasa8799]

Colorado springs has the mountains in your back yard! You'll miss the trees change colors but it's worth it once you see Pikes Peak

[@_EightySix]

I'd be tempted to steal some of that rustic old wood off that miner building 😂

[@Meatpopsicle2050]

Wish onX would provide a landscape feature in their app. All other maps have this feature. I guess that something they have in common with TikTok

[@Val_Nikon]

Cjoosing between this and a taco. I've read that with the rear seats gone the 4runner has more space to sleep in then the 5' foot bed of the tacoma, but the tacoma gets better mpg and a bit more hp. I'm around 5'10 and it would be just me, no one else.

[@dominiccasa8799]

My head actually hit the roof in the tacoma, either way you can't go wrong with what you pick!

[@kevinreilly3479]

Great video! How much did it cost to upgrade the 4Runner lift/suspension?

[@05RUNNA]

With everything installed by shop toytec will run around 3 grand, I’m not too big on toytec I have fox on mine

[@DnBQemist]

Sick! Just got a 22’ TRD off road premium and added stock wheel size Wildpeaks. Would mine be able to handle this trail without a lift?

[@dominiccasa8799]

Your 4runner should do just fine there was only one area that was a little difficult but we ended up getting over the large rock with some helpful spotters

[@ElefitTV]

What a beautiful truck man!! Congrats! Also is that your gurllfriend!? ;)

[@Krigaranda]

Dope rig, I managed to get 34"s on my 5th gen with a 2.5" lift, however

[@Rooster_king]

5:30 that last jeep looks like it needs better suspension

[@Adeline9418]

What are your feelings about the first. Gen ford Escape?

[@Kevin-qb4rn]

How essential was the rear diff lock to get here? I'm trying to decide if it's worth it or not. How often do you find A-TRAC isn't enough and you need the rear diff lock? Would getting a lift and better AT tires be fine?

[@dominiccasa8799]

To get to the camping site all you need is a stock 4x4 vehicle. However, to the top of the mountain in mud and snow it helps to have the rest of the modifications

[@mariosuperbro1]

Just curious, whats the ground clearance on your build? I have a RAV4 adventure and I love it, but I am very limited with how far I can take it. Thinking of upgrading soon

[@TexasNativee]

They’re stock with 9.6 inches of ground clearance, with the 33 nittos it’s probably around 11.5

[@muddyguns]

Did your Rav4 Adventure come with an adventure purse, too?

[@KensleyInnocent]

5:12 the punisher is into KZbin now?!

[@4bvenom733]

What brand raptor light you are running, it look more yellow than bright orange color

[@joen3812]

Very nice 4R. How well does the lifted 4runner drive on the highway? Does it ride smooth and is there any sway in the wind?

[@dominiccasa8799]

I drive it an hour to work on the highway. Rides very smooth and with the KDSS it helps with any body roll

[@rayland9305]

@@dominiccasa8799 Does it struggle on steep highway inclines?

[@dominiccasa8799]

@@rayland9305 after getting larger tires it does struggle a lot. I ordered new gears to help get stock drive back. I have 4.88 gear ratio that will help with this problem of step roads. But either way the stock 4runner lacks in power. I would say its the biggest flaw

[@jasonahlstrand1118]

If you don't mind me asking, those amber lights on the front grill. I've seen those a lot, and to my knowledge, those are after market? I.e., you can't order those as a configuration from Toyota.

[@dominiccasa8799]

I don't believe you can order them from Toyota. I got mine from overlanddepot.com. they call them raptor lights, because they look like the lights on a Ford raptor

[@chasingepicmtb]

If you don't mind me asking, how much did the modifications cost? I'm looking to modify my 2020 4Runner Venture.

[@Built2Wander]

Trailhead Seeker this setup was under $10K including suspension, wheels/tires, and roof rack setup. 👍🏻

[@mikeschouten4732]

Great video Collin. I assume with that 3” lift this build does not have KDSS? Care to weigh in with guidance on KDSS or no for trail and overland? I want 33’s so it sounds like 3” is the minimum for that, which would rule out the KDSS, based on what others have said.

[@timothyfrrester897]

If you look at 9:27 you can tell it does have kdss. He did say he had to do a body mount chop but curious to know more on extent of build

[@dominiccasa8799]

The 4runner does have KDSS, the lift from toytec fit perfectly with KDSS. I got a diff kit too from toytec that helps level everything out for a comfortable ride

[@mikeschouten4732]

@@dominiccasa8799 it’s a great 4Runner! Thank you for the detail, Dominic. I just bought one that is very similar to yours and starting my build this coming week. Mine doesn’t have KDSS but am going to lift enough for 33’s as well. Cheers

[@roybanes9904]

I have the same model 4Runner - 2019 Off-road premium, it has KDSS and I have a 3” Toytec lift, I only have K2 285’s, but they rubbed until I did the body chop…. Now they fit perfectly. Great performance.

[@user-xy6jh3md2p]

Toyota 💪💪💪

[@rajeshkc3192]

how much did it cost you for the tires and Toytec lift?

[@albertomendez1290]

Tell me did you put spacers for the wheels? I have the same SUV, but I have doubts about it

[@dominiccasa8799]

We do have spacers, spidertrax 1.25

[@xxuncexx]

I’m jealous of the girl

[@donkeyshow2000]

love the wheels what wheels are they!?

[@dominiccasa8799]

Method 312s

[@agoogleuser5542]

That 4Runner is Storm Breaker

[@dezdman8623]

JD single barrel is very good!

[@jimotten6206]

Black Bear Pass next

[@855machfever]

Do you think a stock trd pro would be able to handle this trail?

[@dominiccasa8799]

You can get to the camping site with ease, the top of the mountains however, on a perfect day with no mud and snow maybe

[@seandalejackson2525]

@9:30 i think we really would've appreciated you showing us how "Crawl Control" failed to get you out of that!!

[@dominiccasa8799]

True, the first time through it helped but the second time it was wayyy too deep

[@firebir11]

I just purchased new 4Runner, does it do poorly in snow, especially up hill? I ask in all honesty because of many videos showing struggles in snow, could it be the weight?

[@bassage13]

Get good tires and it works great.

[@dominiccasa8799]

There is the right tire for every situation. The first time through was easy and fun, the second time the snow was too deep and choppy from previous rigs driving through

[@dominicpacheco6766]

How much was the build?

[@doozy1776]

can you tell me the specs of the Lift, spacing of wheels, and suspension added to the truck?

[@dood1954]

The trail you took, is it the 110 above the camp ground?

[@dominiccasa8799]

Not sure :/

[@Unit13FREMSLT]

4:35 in the video you can see window screen inserts on the passenger window, any idea where those are sold?

[@dominiccasa8799]

I actually made those from gutter covers from home depot! Good eye! They come in white, spray painted them black and cut them to size.

[@MGN01]

I’m surprised the TRD Off Road Pro got stuck in the snow and had to be pulled out.

[@dominiccasa8799]

To he fair i went through a very deep and used section, if I when more to the left it would have been just fine

[@NRGRX]

Nice! Did you go with KDSS from Toyota or do you recommend it?

[@dominiccasa8799]

I do have the KDSS from the factory, and I would highly recommend it since it helps prevent body roll

[@bassage13]

I have kdss on my 2019. Not sure if it really helps off road, but it's GREAT for the highway out here in Arizona where we have steep winding mountain roads everywhere.

[@ryanstarr9800]

@@dominiccasa8799 Trading in my current 2017 ORP with KDSS for a 2022. My dealer (L...y M....r in Col Springs) told me I couldn't do a lift with KDSS. Said if I have it I would have to remove it! Is this not true?

[@dominiccasa8799]

@@ryanstarr9800 I have a toytec 3in lift still to this day with the KDSS intact and working

[@dominiccasa8799]

@@ryanstarr9800 if you're local to Colorado springs give 3D offroad a call to have any questions answered and possibly have them install it!

[@nistic717]

What Navigation App were you referencing in the video?

[@andrewjarvis7777]

onX off road

[@alext586]

Did you get stuck in the snow on purpose??

[@dominiccasa8799]

No, haha it was just really thick from all the other rigs going through

[@dominiccasa8799]

No, haha it was just really thick from all the other rigs going through

[@genxiong2695]

You need some rock sliders.

[@Built2Wander]

No doubt! They are next on the list 👍🏻

[@reecec8490]

CBI makes nice ones. Takes weeks though.

[@Rooster_king]

4:50 dayum😍

[@tacomalife5205]

Sponsored by Jack single Barrel.

[@lifescansdarkly]

I know right that was like a straight up sponsorship placement

[@RCGJR_]

While overlanding, nature’s pinstripes is normal, i want to know how you get over it? My ocd is killing me with a little scratch from a tree branch on my 2021 4runner 😭😭

[@dominiccasa8799]

I chose the color silver because it hides the scratches better; not saying they are gone, just harder to see

[@michaelleclair9011]

I know this is stupid but…what’s the bug deflector brand? AVS Low Profile?

[@dominiccasa8799]

That one is from Toyota! Still running strong

[@Reconbeatz509]

i cant decide between the 4runner or wrangler rubicon as my next purchase

[@gs98999]

33” tires comes stock on rubicon, but you need a 3” lift and body mods to do that on a 4runner? Is that actually right?

[@dominiccasa8799]

Both are great, the rubicon comes with way more creature comforts, but also cost more. The 4runner is more reliable, but built very basic and has few if any creature comforts.

[@rupertgumban9251]

What size nitto grapplers you have, thanks

[@dominiccasa8799]

295 70 17

[@mrmrslillo5702]

whats your mpg looking with this setup?

[@dominiccasa8799]

Not too bad, 17 to 16. To make it back to factory id strongly recommend getting a larger gear ratio. I ordered 4.88