Fun watch :) Neither agreeing nor disagreeing, here are some of my top mods: - Tires (tread & size) - Onboard air compressor & rapid air-up/air-down system - Sleeping setup - Cooking setup - Self-recovery - I'm out by myself a LOT! - Christmas lights inside the 4Runner :)
@johnathanargueta13542 жыл бұрын
100% on the 33s. I got a set of 4 BFG KO2’s with not even 2000 miles for $600.
@cordel666giglesworth6 Жыл бұрын
I'm 52 spent all my adult life behind a desk telling folks what to do now i'm older and now i have free time so i started modding my third gen 4runner 1st mod supercharger second mod suspension third mod built a roof rack oh taught my self how to weld built bumpers and replaced all rear control arms to adjustable type with poly bushings now about to do a awning and a tent so yeah love this stuff
@mraleksk12 жыл бұрын
You forgot deflating/inflating equipment for your off road tires. At least I’ve got it for my 4Runner. Also I changed inside cabin interior lights. In 4Runners of older versions these are too dim. And I added some organizers through out the car. These help me to keep things in right places and in good condition.
@tuxmonkey02 жыл бұрын
+1 for the LFD cross bars. I got a set for my GX 470 and love them. They are very well made and fit perfectly. You can also expand over time to their full roof rack by just buying their side rails to give you a full rack. I see plenty of empty Prinsu racks so having the option to build upon what you already have is a great way to save money.
@OverlandEngineer2 жыл бұрын
That is a really good point. I contemplated one of the roof rail conversions too before just biting the bullet on a full roof rack.
@ryanm40132 жыл бұрын
+2 for the LFD crossbars! They are strong as hell, very capable, and look awesome. One of my best upgrades
@OverlandEngineer2 жыл бұрын
@@ryanm4013 Agreed!
@ebelleza832 жыл бұрын
Good vid. I recommend start with lifts first before you get bigger tires. Lifts give clearance for your big tires, big tires gives clearance for your diff and other stuff. Also advice to invest on recovery gears before getting fancy lights. your light bar won’t help you or your buddy get unstuck.
@chrischambless2 жыл бұрын
I think airing down and back up is a pretty important capability to have, and one that stock vehicles dont come with. It would be pretty high on my list. Also, the roofrack is/was my number one mod after tires. So much versatility, especially if you need your interior space for passengers.
@steveanimatrix38872 жыл бұрын
Great video, much appreciated. I think throwing a tire repair kit is also essential, and cheap. Also, if you have a spare tire and upgrade your tires, it's good to have the same size spare.
@OverlandEngineer2 жыл бұрын
Yeah thats a good call.
@caseyjames54122 жыл бұрын
Awesome video with solid advise, cant wait to see more. I would only say to strongly consider a kinetic rope over a tow strap. Ropes may be a tad more expensive (usually around $70-$100 for entry level ropes), but they are much more effective and dynamic for safe recovery. There is plenty peace of mind when tent camping as a gun owner too.
@OverlandEngineer2 жыл бұрын
I think that strap is kinetic right? It looked like a snatch strap not typical tow strap. Haha that is one way to get some piece of mind.
@caseyjames54122 жыл бұрын
@@OverlandEngineer from what I understand a tow strap, or snatch strap, usually does not have much elasticity at all, so it has high jolting energy when you try pull someone out. They can typically only be cracked so many times (10 - 20) before they will fail or should not be used again. A "kinetic energy rope" can stretch up to 30 percent of its length, can be cracked hundreds of times before failure, and smooths out that jolt energy. The ropes are the same as ones used by boats and has a much stronger over all pull, but is safer from ripping something off one of the vehicles in the recovery. I'm not an expert, just follow enough off-road channels to see ropes be favored over straps and why. Thanks for responding!
@OverlandEngineer2 жыл бұрын
@@caseyjames5412 Ah I see! I was kind of thinking that snatch straps could stretch but they aren't probably near as good. Thanks for the explanation!
@baron1c2 жыл бұрын
A snatch strap and tow strap are not the same thing. Tow strap is static, no stretch. A snatch strap has a bit a stretch but not as much as a recovery rope. Usually 15-20%. Where as the ropes are usually around 30%. I have a snatch strap in my rig for just in case me or a buddy gets stuck. We are not hard core off roaders. Just out doorsey types. If I was using it in a regular basis. I would upgrade to a rope.
@matthewschiebout7384 Жыл бұрын
it's silly not to have both, as they are two distinct tools...
@Wheel2LiveOffRoad2 жыл бұрын
Couldn't agree more on tires. The one mod that can make the most significant difference immediately.
@OverlandEngineer2 жыл бұрын
Yep!
@Smitty_762 жыл бұрын
I have not tried every cheap lift kit but even the Bilstein 5100s are a huge improvemnet over every stock shock I have ever tried. Some kits now will give you a higher spring that provides the actual lift and you can keep your shock setting on the Bilstein in the lowest setting providing more range for the shock. Spacers on stock shocks will just make your vehicle ride like a brick. Good information overall.
@OverlandEngineer2 жыл бұрын
Thanks! Yeah thats true. But I would not say OME or bilstein 5100s are a smooth ride either. Everything is so subject that you saying it rides like a brick might be perfectly fine to other people. Its hard to know but I think spacer lifts are perfect for some people and if you plan to do more serious offroading then yeah probably don't run a spacer lift. Just depends on budget.
@sheerwillsurvival20642 жыл бұрын
Traction boards are a must for me can’t tell you how many times they saved me . I store my set in a long black bag under rear seat of my Grand Cherokee. Your Rig is awesome 👊🏻
@OverlandEngineer2 жыл бұрын
Yeah that is definitely a good piece of gear to add. Thanks!
@jakemaughan3818 Жыл бұрын
We have had the Falken Wildpeak AT Trails on our outback for over a year and they have been freaking amazing. Best 'non-snow' snow tire we have ever had here in CO
@XxAlex530xX Жыл бұрын
I’m planning on getting that for my everyday tire then I have Blizzak for winter tires. I live in South Lake Tahoe. It’s snows somewhat similar to Colorado I believe.
@hjstrater2 жыл бұрын
The Jeep take off tire tip is a good one. Wrangler Rubicons come with KO2's and Gladiator Rubicons come with Falken AT3W, both awesome choices for a 33" 285/70r17.
@OverlandEngineer2 жыл бұрын
Yeah it works out really well!
@jondoe46672 жыл бұрын
The first thing I do to any vehicle I own is upgrade to the brightest white led headlights I can find. It's a simple thing but it makes the vehicle more pleasurable to drive.
@coffenut2 жыл бұрын
Thank you. I found this is excellent. I am a newbie and overlanding has been a life long dream despite being disabled. I really appreciate the basic foundations so that I can start slowly :-) Since my 4Runner is also my daily driver at this point, I was thinking about upgrading the tires first. We mostly have rain and a bit of snow so would like to have something good with rain but also as little road noise as possible. Would the Wildpeaks you mentioned do the job?
@OverlandEngineer2 жыл бұрын
If you have a lot of rain and snow, Wildpeaks will be awesome. They aren’t as good as snow tires but they are a great do it all tire.
@macgyver_diy2 жыл бұрын
More power to you! Not sure how limiting your disability is, but my cousin lost the use of his legs in high school. To here him tell it, off-roading saved his life. The sense of freedom/accomplishment he gets from conquering a rough trail is like nothing else.
@darthtyranus76832 жыл бұрын
I recommend the Ironman Allcountry ATs as well I have over 50k miles on them now they're a really good bargain for those that just need a full 4 to 5 tire setup for less than 800 bucks I air them to 12psi on avg on loose sand etc down they're a bit more bitey vs other ATs out there more so than the Cooper discoverers hands down
@everready19373 Жыл бұрын
@@darthtyranus7683 Those are the tire my buddy runs on his 4Runner.
@DUMPTHETRUCK2 жыл бұрын
One thing I would add is when I lifted my 4runner my stock jack was too short for vehicle. I found out the hard way. So I upgraded my jack
@OverlandEngineer2 жыл бұрын
Good asterisk to add when lifting! I still have not gotten a long bottle jack...that needs to be bought ASAP...
@fchrisb8049 ай бұрын
Dude, this is fantastic. New to 4Runners and these are fantastic suggestions. Thanks so much!
@OverlandEngineer9 ай бұрын
No problem!
@trailrunnah888610 ай бұрын
I see a lot of 255/75/17 Firestone MT2 take-offs from the Willy's model that are also a pretty good upgrade for a stock height 4Runner.
@nrg42854 ай бұрын
Good shout on the budget traction boards and foldable ones
@martynevans33152 жыл бұрын
Good job on the recommendations. When you said recovery gear I expected you to also mention getting a compressor and tire gauge for inflating and deflating your tires for when you go offroad and of course a tire repair kit!
@OverlandEngineer2 жыл бұрын
That is a good recommendation. I do love my smittybilt 2781. I guess it just depends on how hard you go. I sometimes don't air down and just take the ride quality hit so I don't have to air back up depending on how fast we drive. Definitely something I use but in Minnesota I haven't really aired down much. Tire repair kit would have been a great one too.
@martynevans33152 жыл бұрын
@@OverlandEngineer I learned the hard way to always air down whenever I hit dirt. Even if you only drop 10 psi, it will soften the hits of ruts and rocks, etc. You just never know what you'll come across off pavement! Never be too lazy to take the time to air down. You won't regret it!
@CHARLESSBRONSON2 жыл бұрын
I really enjoyed this video ,it took me more than an hour to watch it cus i kept rewinding back to make sure I caught all the info correctly. I'm waiting arrival for my new ORP2022 , and it's great to know where not to pull the trigger right away, the importance of starting off right. Thanks so much bro, got a new subscriber here 🤘.
@blanchau4 ай бұрын
Do you mind sharing your notes?
@CHARLESSBRONSON4 ай бұрын
@@blanchauwhat notes 🤔?
@tinabeane3 ай бұрын
Very helpful video, thanks thinking about what to do with my 2023 4Runner. Sweet tip about the tires.
@FRMN8R_T4R2 жыл бұрын
If you do tires early in the game also (especially on a new vehicle), many tire retailers will give you some credit for your almost new tires towards the purchase of your AT tires. Alternately, there's definitely a used tire and wheel market out there right now! You can probably make at least some $$ back by selling your OEM tires (and wheels, if you upgrade from the factory wheels also; there's an especially great resale market for the OEM TRD Pro wheels if you're upgrading to an aftermarket wheel).
@OverlandEngineer2 жыл бұрын
I completely agree with this. Also a lot of people really like the TRD Offroad premium wheels too. Yeah that can all really help to offset the costs.
@MrThypro12 жыл бұрын
on a 4gen, 5100 suspension is definitely an upgrade. A little stiffer but in a really good way.
@OverlandEngineer2 жыл бұрын
Yeah I believe that
@fchrisb804Ай бұрын
My first mod was Tires... Falken Wildpeaks 265/70/17 (stock) and 1st Aid Kit. Next is a Lift Kit for me.
@fahler14 Жыл бұрын
I would say first mod is to get out and actually camp(see if you like it). I got some plywood to level out the truck bed. Took the bottom of 2nd row seats out. Bought an exped and yakima rack for some extra storage. Load the husky in and we are off! Do not need to over complicate things. I have a normal sr5(5th gen) with stock tires. Unless your living in your vehicle full time and doing these crazy expeditions … don’t really see the point. However I love watching people spend their own money on this stuff haha.
@jason.hartson2 жыл бұрын
Just a note about the Wrangler take off tires. Rubicons come stock with Load Range C tires, not Load Range E. This may not be a deal killer for some guys, but a lot of people want Load Range E when they go offroad as they have stronger sidewalls.
@OverlandEngineer2 жыл бұрын
Very good point. I had someone comment recently that the difference is minimal as far as durability goes (E is just slightly better), do you agree with that statement?
@jason.hartson2 жыл бұрын
@@OverlandEngineer I have no way to provide any data to argue, so i'll concede. Its a peace of mind thing for me when i'm hours off the beaten trail solo. And i'll take that extra 0.2" diameter as well (32.8" Load C diameter, vs 33" Load E diameter). Haha I've done a lot of group runs and its hard to find anyone who has bought new tires that still run Load C, unless they stick to gravel travel mostly.
@OverlandEngineer2 жыл бұрын
@@jason.hartson Yeah good point. I’m in the same boat as you but also want to try load C just to compare🤷🏻♂️. Then I should be able to speak more on it
@theangrycamper2 жыл бұрын
I like content creators that don't talk about content creation and subscribing and liking videos :P
@ickess2 жыл бұрын
I’m running the wildpeak at3w on my 03 expedition. Have had them for a while. Have done great on the beach aired down to 15psi and in the snow. Really want to get a start in over-landing .
@OverlandEngineer2 жыл бұрын
Awesome! Yeah I am really eager to try them out. I have really only heard good things about them.
@nomsolo99352 жыл бұрын
The lift is more about accommodating larger tires than clearing larger obstacles. A spacer lift can get you stranded - the shock uptravel won't be limited by the bumpstop. Snapping the shock in half is not unusual if you off-road like this. Shock failure can happen with rapid uptravel at speed. Happened to me on a washout along Padre Island National Seashore.
@OverlandEngineer2 жыл бұрын
I mean it is kind of both...they both get you additional clearance. If you get any lift people get new bumpstops that is pretty standard. I would not necessarily say the spacer lift is ideal for everyone's offroading habits but offroading can defined differently depending on the person. I think anyone into serious offroading won't consider a spacer lift.
@martynevans33152 жыл бұрын
A non-sexy mod that nobody will see and folks find out the hard way that they should have done is Diff Breathers! It's like a snorkel for your differential. Unfortunately not seen like the big scoop on the side of vehicles, but it will save you a lot of issues in the future! If you every go through any kind of water crossing (and you know you want to) install a diff breather first! A hot differential is just like us when we hit cold water. We take a deep breath in! Without a diff breather, if it's deep enough, it's going to suck in water and not air! NO BUENO!
@jeremygesser38772 жыл бұрын
I agree, this deserves a mention. I put the ARB kit on my 4runner, but you can also build your own for less than $10 probably. I built one for my landcruiser after the diff breather got plugged and I blew a pinion seal. Blowing seals is also a risk you run without a proper breather.
@mjl47602 жыл бұрын
Nice job bro. Your honest approach is refreshing.
@OverlandEngineer2 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@graziergeek2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the benefit of your experience.
@morpheus18182 жыл бұрын
Excellent ideas!!! I bought an AirBedz for my 4Runner. It has a built-in battery for inflate/deflate. I haven't used it yet but it's looking like I'll need it this January. Have you done a video about sleeping in the 4Runner in winter (staying warm and condensation issues/frost inside). Thanks. Great channel!
@OverlandEngineer2 жыл бұрын
Thanks! I plan to do some this winter!
@OrganizedMud2 жыл бұрын
Good idea on the video man. I liked it. Make it a yearly as you learn more. I’d probably remove Westcott, man. They’re not a spacer lift, they’re a preload lift. Completely different design. Turns stock coil overs in to lifted coil over using a thicker spring seat. Basically the same as using a higher spring seat location as on a lifted coil over. Or maybe Keri then and describe the difference, because they’re a great inexpensive option.
@OverlandEngineer2 жыл бұрын
Some people call preload lifts just a different kind of spacer lift. I think you can get also just get spring seat spacers that you throw on top of the original to get the same effect. I probably should have talked about the different a little more but thats why I also showed the pro comp kit because thats the typical spacer kit where you throw a puck on the top plate. I debated a westcott type kit made by ToyTec for my TRD Pro suspension but all it does is force the struts open farther for more lift so you basically take away down travel which is super important for offroad in my opinion. So maybe it is a good inexpensive option but I'd say its similar to most spacer lifts in that I would choose a suspension lift if I planned to take it offroad seriously but spacer lifts aren't bad.
@OXFOOT2 жыл бұрын
Hell yeah man. Lol, I was about to film one just like this, I'll push it out a little bit now though. Awesome content man!
@OverlandEngineer2 жыл бұрын
Oh that's funny, haha whatever works! I think even if we posted the exact same videos at the exact same time every week all the people that follow us would like the content from two different perspectives.
@OXFOOT2 жыл бұрын
@@OverlandEngineer Thats not a bad idea, I hadn;t even shot it yet, just wrote the rough draft, maybe we should plan that on another video idea though.
@NewsWorthyTech2 жыл бұрын
Awesome video! This is really helping me prioritize my purchases for my vehicle.
@t-rexlanding73212 жыл бұрын
Having a 2004 Touareg I have to use spacers on my subframe to get the lift I want. After 31"s on my boy definitely getting some engineering for 37" and a 8" total life. Love your info though
@OverlandEngineer2 жыл бұрын
Yeah that’s totally understandable. I’ll probably have to do it to for the right tires and lift I will eventually run.
@niccarnot4113 Жыл бұрын
Glad I found this video, helpful perspective.
@Beary982 жыл бұрын
Cooper makes a 33 inch SNOW tire. Cooper snow claws. Compared to my wife's falken at3's on her xj. Both new sets of tires, both at 20psi... the cooper's are orders of magnitude better than the falkens in the snow
@OverlandEngineer2 жыл бұрын
Yeah I believe that. If I am at a point where I can just toss money at tires no problem. I would run mud terrains in the summer and snow tires in the winter. Most people don't want to do that though...I agree though, snow tires will always be better than all terrains. It is just not really possible to make a tire that is good at everything.
@ibrahimmagic1377 Жыл бұрын
4runner 4 life
@StormWalker101 Жыл бұрын
I really appreciate the white light but on road with those white lights coming at you. You cannot see at all. You might be able to see everything but the person driving towards you is pretty much driving blind.
@Russianmafia102 жыл бұрын
Haha I've seen warn winches fail all the time, which is the funny thing because people pay the extra money just to have it fail
@MacFit-AZ2 жыл бұрын
Great tips! Thanks for the vid!
@jamestaylor9258 Жыл бұрын
If out of communication range, a satellite communication system, even if just text based.
@LoganKingMedia2 жыл бұрын
Great video!
@OverlandEngineer2 жыл бұрын
Thanks man!
@Beary982 жыл бұрын
If you deal with snow F*** leds Halogen for the win. Kc makes some sweet 4 inch halogen lights
@OverlandEngineer2 жыл бұрын
Thats why I run yellow/amber fogs. If it snows but the roads are plowed, then it's not really reflecting that bad... I just run both if its snowing outside and then its the same color as halogens but way brighter. It is also much more power efficient.
@Beary982 жыл бұрын
@@OverlandEngineer I don't much care about the color, some do cut through fog and snow better. But around here ICING is the bigger deal. Halogen will keep the ice from building up. For those with old sealed beam lights the glass h4 housing replacements are perfect.
@jasonmckimmey2502 жыл бұрын
@@OverlandEngineer It's also to fact that LEDs don't get warm enough to keep the snow from sticking to the lights.
@OverlandEngineer2 жыл бұрын
@@jasonmckimmey250 Maybe so but I have not had a problem. I also run high powered LEDs not small output ones so they have radiators and fans to keep them cool while running. I think mine probably get hot enough.
@LegendsBeware2 жыл бұрын
Great advice
@OverlandEngineer2 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@DA-pj3or2 жыл бұрын
Put Yokohama 015"s on my wifes highlander they are a great tire all around and don't look to aggressive. I just installed Toyo AT3'S on my FJ cruiser after having bfg's go to crap in 25k miles. They still had 9 to 10/32 on them. I won't go back to bfg's after this last set. My fj has only 1 3/4 in bilstein adjustables front and 5200 rear with Old man emu springs I found if your vehicle is light in the back end when unloaded your better off going all OME save you self some jarring from the 5200.
@OverlandEngineer2 жыл бұрын
Hmm. Good to know! Just bought some Falken Wildepeak AT Trails for my wife's Outback. They have been awesome but I was eyeing the 015s. I hear more and more people leaving KO2s after buying them for years. Not a good sign to me...
@electricstartclint2 жыл бұрын
Tires, Skid plates and sliders first, then a lift, bumper(s), winch, and lighting.
@OverlandEngineer2 жыл бұрын
Maybe if you are an offroad hardo...I don't think everyone needs all that...many people don't even touch their skids.
@electricstartclint2 жыл бұрын
@@OverlandEngineer well, I didn’t buy an Offroad vehicle to go to the mall. Haha
@OverlandEngineer2 жыл бұрын
@@electricstartclint No but some people didn't buy it to do black bear pass...
@electricstartclint2 жыл бұрын
@@OverlandEngineer tires and armor should definitely be the top of the list if going Offroad is on the agenda. Not destroying my engine, trans and transfer case is on the top of my list.
@royf.24712 жыл бұрын
Westcott Designs is really over rated. their rock slider`s are light duty compared to RCI. doing a spacer lift is money you will wish you had put towards a real lift kit.
@OverlandEngineer2 жыл бұрын
I was referring to the westcott designs strut spring spacer kit more than their other stuff. I have not heard anything about their armor until you mentioned it. I think spacer lifts are plenty for people that don't plan to go offroad or just do forest roads. It is a place they would not need to spend extra money. I also think that spacer lifts are a great first step for someone to save for a dobinsons, king, fox adjustable lift and still get the look they want while saving up.
@Eastsidegeorgiaboy8 ай бұрын
It's never a bad idea to buy a winch
@michaelhagans9655 ай бұрын
Anyone do some mild outlanding in a 2WD SR5? Thought about getting 3 inch lift and tires to start
@hanzohattorri24712 жыл бұрын
Dang it another amazing content!!!
@OverlandEngineer2 жыл бұрын
Haha thanks!
@tomcrypto99822 жыл бұрын
He forgot to mention the most important thing, cut your credit card and only buy things if you can afford. Remember credit card is for poor people.
@Nunyobidne556 ай бұрын
I use the credit card all the time….In fact, I can’t remember the last time I used a debit card. I’d rather pay for stuff with other peoples money, risking their money and not mine. IF you are disciplined, there is NO reason to use cash or a debit card.
@eazeee7116 ай бұрын
@@Nunyobidne55exactly
@ukumra6 ай бұрын
@davidcox9181 I agree if you pay 0 Interest by paying it off, you can actually benefit. Also if someone steals your card and there are unauthorized purchases, they are covered. Debit is NOT covered. For the 4runner: 1st thing is to 1. Get a locking gas cap 2. Catalytic converter covers 3. Undercoating (many 4runners rust out before the engines die.
@paullopez32335 ай бұрын
I put it all on credit cards and pay off every month and cash in on the rewards points
@JohnBlaze5055 ай бұрын
Only for poor people if you can't pay it off completely every month, I like my rewards I get.
@NotMyDad362 жыл бұрын
Where did you get those pegboard sections behind you from? Really like the office setup
@OverlandEngineer2 жыл бұрын
Thanks! IKEA!
@lucky-rowe26232 жыл бұрын
Beware. The Falken tires are made in China now.(2022) That's what I wanted but I went with the BFG's #1 becase they are great and last so many miles and #1 again is BFGoodrich Tires celebrated 75 years of manufacturing in Tuscaloosa, Alabama USA last year.
@yengvang13686 ай бұрын
absolutely if free them why not. But they are cost like gold I rather buy cloths and feed my family unless those youtuber got for free to reviews lol.
@C4LB34R2 жыл бұрын
Question. when you get the 285's don't you need a lift? or do you just need body mount chop and maybe shaving of the bumper/liner?
@OverlandEngineer2 жыл бұрын
I have heard that people do it without a lift but it will require a lot of trimming and potentially a body mount chop. However, with a lift and zero offset in your rim, there shouldn't be rubbing with 285/70/17s. Most people can do that and just trim a little bit of plastic. You will need to remove the front mud flaps.
@cpncorndogg2 жыл бұрын
dude, sleep on top or sleep inside. Some of the shit that passes close to your camp in the night would freak you out.
@OverlandEngineer2 жыл бұрын
Hahaha
@spelisha2 жыл бұрын
Dude epic video So much good content for starting out Have 285s and a BMC, icon stage 7 Going to 315s, how much would I have to change?
@OverlandEngineer2 жыл бұрын
Biggest thing is stuffing clearance and rubbing for 35s. The rear is typically easy. Most people recommend removing suspension to test full travel for wheel well clearance of 35s…. After that, make sure your tires aren’t too wide to where they will rub on upper control arms or frame at full lock so you may need some negative offset. Depending on your caster, you will probably still have to remove front mud flaps, hammer pinch welds (and seal them correctly - important), and cut the front plastic caps by your bottom rocker panels these caps can rub and get pulled off so some people glue them). You may have to trim in front too but depends on your front bumper setup. Also regearing but not immediately necessary in my opinion if you can drive on mainly flat land and not floor it. That’s what I can think of right now haha.
@4bvenom7332 жыл бұрын
I wanted a new pair of headlights but imma need the hitch swing more
@OverlandEngineer2 жыл бұрын
Not even an LED swap?! Hitch swings are sweet. Are you getting a RIGD?
@4bvenom7332 жыл бұрын
yes sir, Ultra Swing Rigd is the one I really want
@OverlandEngineer2 жыл бұрын
@@4bvenom733 Well done! I love them. Super high quality. I had one for a little bit but decided to go a different direction.
@Seattle8082 жыл бұрын
I have an Ultra swing, unfortunately I’m unhappy with it and selling it, gonna go with Dirtcom trail swing. Ultra swing oscillates to the point that it feels unsafe on the freeway from 55-70mph. It’s brand new and I only have a 33 tire on it.
@OverlandEngineer2 жыл бұрын
@@Seattle808 Oh actually? I have yet to meet someone who did not like it. What don't you like?
@sal98052 жыл бұрын
I don't have a 4 runner, but have a 2019 Honda civic... What brand lights would you recommend for the LED light purchase and fog lights as well
@OverlandEngineer2 жыл бұрын
You really can't go wrong with Diode Dynamics. I think they make a bunch of stuff for Civics too
@tomcrypto99822 жыл бұрын
Good info nonetheless.
@nlhiker71782 жыл бұрын
OE - did you do a body mount chop for the 285s?
@OverlandEngineer2 жыл бұрын
Didn’t need to with no spacers and zero offset. I did once I put on spacers. You definitely need it for 285/75/17s if I had to guess
@johnmarch59692 жыл бұрын
Helpful!
@OverlandEngineer2 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@FDCel2 жыл бұрын
What’s the largest tire can be mounted on stock rims for TRD off road ?
@OverlandEngineer2 жыл бұрын
Tough to say. Do you want what the spec is or what people typically do haha. Many people mount 285/70/17s on TRD Pro 7" wide tires. But TRD Offroad rims are 7.5" wide. So I think you could pretty easily run 285/70R17s. I would not really run anything wider than 285.
@FDCel2 жыл бұрын
@@OverlandEngineer thank you
@Strykerchan2 жыл бұрын
If you’re in Minnesota buy your upgrades for me at four wheel parts I will hook u up
@OverlandEngineer2 жыл бұрын
Go get some deals at 4Wheel Parts!
@AEH_Outdoors Жыл бұрын
Im trying to figure out the biggest size tire i can put on a 2017 toyota 4runner limited without lifting it. Any suggestions?
@wanderlostNW2 жыл бұрын
Nice video, learned a lot, thanks so much! Any reason that you swapped the fox suspension system comes with on your trd pro to another system, I don’t quite understand this part.
@OverlandEngineer2 жыл бұрын
Awesome! The biggest reason was the stock suspension has almost no lift. I wanted/needed more lift. It rode really nice but not as great for trails. Plus the stock suspension was right around 100k miles. Plus I did not have fox. that was released in 2019. I had a stock TRD pro bilstein/toyota system.
@wanderlostNW2 жыл бұрын
@@OverlandEngineer got it. Mine is 2019 trd pro with fox shock, perhaps getting one inch lift, not exactly sure. I’m wondering how it will handle the weight of C4 bumper you installed.
@OverlandEngineer2 жыл бұрын
@@wanderlostNW it will probably sag a little in the front. Those westcott kits are pretty sweet though that allow you to keep the stock Fox system. I’d check those out. If you get a bumper I presume you might be wanting a winch?
@wanderlostNW2 жыл бұрын
@@OverlandEngineer thanks man! I’ll definitely check it out. Yes I will get the winch for sure, perhaps the badlands from HF like you did. Thanks again for all your help!
@OverlandEngineer2 жыл бұрын
@@wanderlostNW no problem! Honestly the stock systems are pretty nice but a 3” lift and 33” tires open up so much more performance Offroad so it’s hard in my mind to stay at stock configuration but the westcott kit is a great way to keep the stock system and get more lift if you want to keep the Fox suspension
@dmdlong19 ай бұрын
Does that tire size in the video fit a 2022 trd off road?
@OverlandEngineer9 ай бұрын
Not stock but the vehicle can be modified to fit them
@dmdlong19 ай бұрын
275's be okay?@@OverlandEngineer
@fozzybear9114 Жыл бұрын
Suby outback? Do you got a sweet a$$ rainbow sticker in it?😂
@emukiller19852 жыл бұрын
I have the Bilstein lift kit. Could I add that 3 inch spacer kit you screen grabbed as well and have a 6 inch lift?
@OverlandEngineer2 жыл бұрын
I wouldn't do that haha. I at least don't feel qualified to answer.
@parkersmith4574 Жыл бұрын
Where did you buy the raptor lights??
@luvslogistics1725 Жыл бұрын
I bought wrong one…$49k overpriced sr5 premium…traded it in 7-8 months later for $52k and bought an overpriced ORP for $53,9k…yes
@shacklferd77 Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the info. I have a 2023 trd off-road can I fit 275 70 17s without lifting or cutting it? Thanks
@erecio1 Жыл бұрын
Absolutely. 275 has no rub or cutting needed on TRD Off road and TRD Pro 4Runners models. It can be completely stock.
@shacklferd77 Жыл бұрын
@@erecio1 thank you for getting back to me it is much appreciated
@hunterwedding69502 жыл бұрын
What suspension comes with the TRD Pro that you have?
@OverlandEngineer2 жыл бұрын
The 2015s came with this special Bilstein version TRD pro suspension but now they come with a fox system.
@hunterwedding69502 жыл бұрын
@@OverlandEngineer Which Fox system do they come with?
@OverlandEngineer2 жыл бұрын
@@hunterwedding6950 Its a toyota proprietary system. Its not a standard 2.0 or 2.5 from what I understand. Its also like a 1" lift all around and its not adjustable.
@hunterwedding69502 жыл бұрын
@@OverlandEngineer gotcha. That’s kinda what I was finding in my research just wanted to confirm. I am thinking about buying a 4Runner just don’t know if I wanna go with TRD pro or TRD off road yet.
@OverlandEngineer2 жыл бұрын
@@hunterwedding6950 I would probably go with a TRD Offroad if you will change a lot and if you don't plan to do anything too aggressive and mainly camping stuff, the TRD Pro would be enough!
@ezpete2384 ай бұрын
these bozos that upgrade to LED then blind all cars infront of them - good for u. hope you get a ticket
@lunamaria1048 Жыл бұрын
You mentioned Fox Shocks on your stock 4Runner so I have to be the one to ask lol. Why waste the extra money on the TRD Pro, just to tear out the parts you paid extra for? The TRD Pro is for people who will keep it mostly stock lol Also this title is not fitting.. You list every major mod category as "modifications I should have bought first" 🤣
@OverlandEngineer Жыл бұрын
I bought my 2015 4Runner at a time when TRD Offroad wasn’t a trim level and TRAIL trims were super rare so this was best for getting the locker. It had 100k miles on it and I paid 5k under MSRP. The fox shocks were still doing ok but basically on the way out. Perfect time to upgrade. So I didn’t waste any money…I’ve replaced most parts on the rig and the drive train has been solid. I’m glad I didn’t buy one new…maybe your comment fits for someone that buys a 2023 Pro. Also I’m not sure the fox comment was interpreted correctly or maybe I phrased something on but TRD pros came with Bilsteins up until 2019 or something…I never had fox suspension. I’ve talked before about if I didn’t run dobinsons, I’d run fox. Maybe that’s what it was. This video is like a year old or something I don’t remember.
@BowserMedia2 жыл бұрын
Go off-roading with your spacer
@sweendawg72744 ай бұрын
Video starts at 2 minutes
@danbrown83102 жыл бұрын
Goodyear durtrack
@OverlandEngineer2 жыл бұрын
No thanks...I had a set and toward end of life they were terrible. I don't ever plan to buy another set. They were 265s too.
@danbrown83102 жыл бұрын
@@OverlandEngineer thanks for information
@OverlandEngineer2 жыл бұрын
@@danbrown8310 Have you had good luck with them?
@danbrown83102 жыл бұрын
@@OverlandEngineer yes but on my f250
@jkirby49902 ай бұрын
Have you tried watching yourself talk to the camera for 20 minutes?