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Replacing the 4R, 2018 Crew Max Build

Discussion in '2.5 Gen Builds (2014-2021)' started by TundraRunner481, Feb 7, 2018.

  1. Feb 7, 2018 at 8:16 PM
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    TundraRunner481

    TundraRunner481 [OP] Kinda New Kinda Not

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    Like the title says, replacing our 2014 Trail 4Runner with something more practical with lots more room and power. Loved the 4R but the kids keep growing, and seeing we already have an SUV (Highlander), it made more sense to diversify and get a truck. You guys have some awesome builds on here so it will be modest compared to most, but I just want to keep it functional, and keep it simple and clean.
     
  2. Feb 7, 2018 at 8:18 PM
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    smslavin

    smslavin Behind a lens...

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    Thankfully yours isn’t white. Those guys have no idea what they’re doing. Everyone else will be super helpful.
     
  3. Feb 7, 2018 at 8:18 PM
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    Tundra9831

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    welcome! I had a 2015 TRD Pro 4Runner and like the Tundra much better :)
     
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  4. Feb 7, 2018 at 8:19 PM
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    TundraRunner481

    TundraRunner481 [OP] Kinda New Kinda Not

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    2/3/18 Brought home the beast.

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  5. Feb 7, 2018 at 8:20 PM
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    TundraRunner481 [OP] Kinda New Kinda Not

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    2/6/18 added line x, interior leds, and window tint.

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  6. Feb 7, 2018 at 8:23 PM
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    TundraRunner481

    TundraRunner481 [OP] Kinda New Kinda Not

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    Me too! My wife asked if I missed it the next day. I said honestly no, I think I was just over it, and the MPG is not much different for the huge increase in power. I still like 4Runners, but so happy we got the Tundra.
     
  7. Feb 7, 2018 at 8:52 PM
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    Eclipsed & Floating

    Eclipsed & Floating Over it.........

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    :smack::smack::smack::smack::smack:
     
  8. Feb 7, 2018 at 8:53 PM
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    Eclipsed & Floating Over it.........

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    Nice truck!
     
  9. Feb 7, 2018 at 9:01 PM
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    TundraRunner481

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    Thank you sir! Thought I was sold on Mag Gray like the 4R we had...then we saw the Cement, and it was love.
     
  10. Feb 7, 2018 at 9:02 PM
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    It’s hard not to love the cement flavor
     
  11. Feb 7, 2018 at 9:47 PM
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    831Tun heartless Bastrd

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    Welcome from Ca.
     
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  12. Feb 7, 2018 at 10:12 PM
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    so it begins...:D:thumbsup: welcome !
     
  13. Feb 7, 2018 at 10:32 PM
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    BuckWallace Ball don't lie.

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    Welcome from up north!
     
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  14. Feb 7, 2018 at 10:50 PM
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    Y0TA PR0

    Y0TA PR0 Dirt biking & fishing

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    Nice looking truck!!
     
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  15. Feb 14, 2018 at 5:24 PM
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    Added the Salex console organizer today. Now I can see why so many people on here have them for that pit of a center console!

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  16. Feb 21, 2018 at 6:47 PM
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    TundraRunner481 [OP] Kinda New Kinda Not

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    Added the Extang Trifecta 2.0 to the truck with some help from my little helper. Bought it for the occasional camping trip, trips to the store, and to keep things dry. Looks like it will do the trick, and Autoanything gave us a great deal.

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  17. Feb 21, 2018 at 7:06 PM
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    Looks like the captain knows a good truck when he sees one.
     
  18. Feb 21, 2018 at 7:20 PM
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    He sure does! I'm surprised he didn't miss the 4Runner. He was more excited that we were getting a truck.
     
  19. Mar 3, 2018 at 7:12 PM
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    Nice truck. Yup, love my 4runner and absolutely love my pro!!! Just cant get no better.....
     
  20. Apr 1, 2018 at 2:50 PM
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    Blacked out the chrome badges, added RB20 Go Rhino running boards. Like the way the badges came out. Looks better and matches the truck.

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  21. Apr 23, 2018 at 1:49 PM
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    Something came today, what could it be???

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  22. Apr 23, 2018 at 2:13 PM
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    I remember getting the same boxes some time ago :)
     
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  23. Apr 23, 2018 at 2:18 PM
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    Better open them and see what is inside;)...heavy AF!
     
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  24. Apr 23, 2018 at 5:59 PM
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    Dang girl! Things are beefy as hell, couldn't imagine the 3.0s!

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  25. Apr 23, 2018 at 6:34 PM
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    make sure to adjust for Tundra lean before mounting them :)
     
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  26. Apr 23, 2018 at 9:10 PM
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    Nice to see another 4runner turn to cement tundra! In the same boat as you, upgrading from a 2016 4runner TRD Pro. Enjoying your build so far! Keep the inspiration coming.
     
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  27. Apr 28, 2018 at 3:59 PM
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    Got some more work done today.

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  28. Apr 28, 2018 at 4:01 PM
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  29. Apr 28, 2018 at 4:02 PM
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  30. Apr 28, 2018 at 4:05 PM
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    Next up, tires...then lay low for awhile...if I disappear for awhile, I didn't make it, the wife has had enough and took me for a hike in the woods...carry on modding ladies and gentlemen.
     

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