I guess I own an SUV now

"Lekker" (z34nismo) 11/15/2018 at 11:34 • Filed to: None

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Going to be moving from the flatlands of KS to Colorado, so a proper method of transportation for winter is required.. in comes the only SUV I’ve ever liked:

It’s a 2018 4runner TRD Off Road Premium. Added came the Sunroof, TRD Pro wheels & skid plate, and predator side steps.

Having never owned an SUV its definitely a change, not used to all the body roll and weight when trying to accelerate and slow down, but it’s fun nonetheless. Already went camping once at a nearby lake, lots of storage room and 4x4 has already dug itself out of some snow, which is good practice before moving to the real winter in Colorado.

Looking forward to adding some better AT tires and small mods like amber fog lights to be more capable. On top of some subtle blacking out of trim pieces on the outside, but not 100% sure on that yet.

I’ve only put 500 miles on it, so my experience is limited to commuting 2 miles to and from work and the 45 mile drive from the stealership. So far tho, I’m enjoying it’s comfort and subtle ride.

With this I no longer have a fun car... which means I get to save up for one down the road ^_^ been really thinking of something light and nimble but not all that powerful, a la 4c.

CalzoneGolem > Lekker 11/15/2018 at 11:52

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Opponaughts love their 4runners.

KingT- 60% of the time, it works every time > Lekker 11/15/2018 at 11:53

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So looks like everyone in Colorado has only one of 4 vehicles, LOL

1. A Subaru

2. Pickup

3. Jeep Wrangler

4. 4Runner

farscythe - makin da cawfee! > Lekker 11/15/2018 at 11:56

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lekker?

are you a dutchy stuck abroad?

are you in need of rescue?

:p

HammerheadFistpunch > Lekker 11/15/2018 at 11:56

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“amber fog lights to be more capable”?  

InFierority Complex > KingT- 60% of the time, it works every time 11/15/2018 at 11:58

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There’s a not insignificant number of Saabs still running around as well, weirdly enough.

Lekker > CalzoneGolem 11/15/2018 at 11:58

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Definitely have always liked them, but never thought I’d own one

Lekker > KingT- 60% of the time, it works every time 11/15/2018 at 11:59

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My other ride is a Subaru so I’m not helping the trend

Lekker > HammerheadFistpunch 11/15/2018 at 12:00

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OEM are candlelight level of light. The amber upgrades I’m looking at produce 3x the light with less eye fatigue due to warmer color and reflects less in snow.

HammerheadFistpunch > Lekker 11/15/2018 at 12:01

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Dot Legal?

Lekker > farscythe - makin da cawfee! 11/15/2018 at 12:02

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While I’m not from this country I’m also no dutchy :P

Please do rescue me from this Thursday though, tomorrow is my last day here at this job and things are kind of awkard

SnowShark > Lekker 11/15/2018 at 12:02

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I love the silver TRD rims! Go with 275/70-17 BF Goodrich All Terrain T/A KO2 tires, they fit & look great.

benjrblant > Lekker 11/15/2018 at 12:04

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Give me a shout when you get here! the 80 series likes company.

As far as tires go, an A/T with a snow rating is a great call in CO. KO2's, General Grabbers, etc.

farscythe - makin da cawfee! > Lekker 11/15/2018 at 12:06

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doh.. well thats what i get for jumping to conclusions..... afrikaans? *keeps jumping*

anyhoo.. i’d love to come rescue you.. but im told theres a hard limit on rescue ops of no more than 3 pints...... and im currently on 8

should be able to rescue you by tomorow morning... tho ill be exceptionally grumpy, dehydrated and hungover

vicali > HammerheadFistpunch 11/15/2018 at 12:10

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BajaDesigns is coming out with a SAE fog lens - early 2009.. worth the wait. Of course I converted my fogs to driving lights because reasons. .

Rigid makes SAE ones now, and the Hella G4 is another ‘lega l’ option.

vicali > Lekker 11/15/2018 at 12:11

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Very nice runner. Watch those steps, they’ ll rip off pretty easy..

Yowen - not necessarily not spaghetti and meatballs > farscythe - makin da cawfee! 11/15/2018 at 12:12

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Speaking of Dutchies abroad, I am one! And I just bought this at a local Salvation Army:

HammerheadFistpunch > vicali 11/15/2018 at 12:13

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check in with Pistol whipped Cream about the Rigid ones, he had a hand in their development.  

Lekker > farscythe - makin da cawfee! 11/15/2018 at 12:14

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I’ll be in your current state by then! What is your drink?

farscythe - makin da cawfee! > Yowen - not necessarily not spaghetti and meatballs 11/15/2018 at 12:15

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lmao nice find

i can only take that kind of music if im pretty drunk

but... once suitably drunk that stuff is fun to sing along too

Lekker > benjrblant 11/15/2018 at 12:15

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Should be either December or January, so soon! I definitely will.

KO2s are what I have in mind, trying to decide how wide I want to go. Since I’m not doing a lift in the nea r future I’ll likely stick with 265 or 275. What are you rocking?

Supreme Chancellor and Glorious Leader SaveTheIntegras > Lekker 11/15/2018 at 12:15

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I love 4runners...

farscythe - makin da cawfee! > Lekker 11/15/2018 at 12:17

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today it is

ive only got about 28 left tho... so i may pop out in a bit and get some more :p

benjrblant > Lekker 11/15/2018 at 12:21

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I’ve got an 80 series Land Cruiser, and it’s currently 305/70r16, but the 80 is quite a bit different than the 4runner. I’m not familiar with tire clearances, but I ’d think you could size up 1x or 2x and be ok.

If you’re looking to get on some trails, I’d recommend the 275's.

benjrblant > KingT- 60% of the time, it works every time 11/15/2018 at 12:25

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It’s true. There’s a guard at the state border and he asks if you’re moving in-state. If you reply yes, you’re automatically given a rusty Subaru, Toyota Pickup, Wrangler, or 4Runner, your choice of stickers to adorn the rear of said vehicle, and a rescue dog. 

Lekker > vicali 11/15/2018 at 12:26

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They will likely come off in favor of some frame-attached non sticking out ones

arl > Lekker 11/15/2018 at 12:32

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Handsome truck! Looks great in red. 

Lekker > benjrblant 11/15/2018 at 12:36

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Now that’s a nice rig. I’m a huge fan of the Land Cruiser.

I was thinking 275 might be the sweet spot as all it would require is a little fender trim. Are you familiar with lots of trails around the area?

vicali > Lekker 11/15/2018 at 12:42

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Sliders are much better. Bolt on or weld on are both good. you will be much happier if you rub something with them.

Check out Swell Runner, Jason started out as a car guy with an Off-Road and it all goes downhill from there..

Khalbali > Lekker 11/15/2018 at 12:49

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If you’re gonna be in Denver, winter there is beautiful, I drove my lowered miata with DWS06s year round for 2 years and only got stuck once, and there were literally dozens of other cars stuck it was a completely unplowed ramp.

benjrblant > Lekker 11/15/2018 at 12:54

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Yes, I’d be happy to show you around, give some pointers, provide references , etc. There’s a great Toyota club in Denver too. Like I said, give me a shout when you’re in the area!

Tapas > Lekker 11/15/2018 at 13:13

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Congratulations :)

random001 > Lekker 11/15/2018 at 13:20

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This is probably what I’d get if the Montero goes kablooey.  I love the way they look.

Yowen - not necessarily not spaghetti and meatballs > farscythe - makin da cawfee! 11/15/2018 at 13:20

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Haha exactly!

Yowen - not necessarily not spaghetti and meatballs > farscythe - makin da cawfee! 11/15/2018 at 13:21

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ahh that’s always a good standby !

Lekker > Khalbali 11/15/2018 at 13:29

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I’ll be near by, Colorado springs. Glad to hear they take care of their roads!

Just Jeepin' > CalzoneGolem 11/15/2018 at 13:31

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I like older ones, but the modern styling (and almost entirely inescapable silver color) leaves me cold.

Eric @ opposite-lock.com > Lekker 11/15/2018 at 13:59

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If it’s anything like that last one I drove (around 2015? I don’t think they’ve changed since then ), these things drive like a rolling marshmallow. All that nose dive on braking, the lift on power (and they have so little), all the body roll... I do like them, though. The wife is pushing for an SUV and if I was buying one for myself , I’d probably get one of these , but since it’s for her, I’d prefer something car-based that is l ess likely to roll over. She isn’t getting one to go off-road like I would.

Lekker > Eric @ opposite-lock.com 11/15/2018 at 14:01

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You’re spot on. But since I do plan on going off-road I do need to softer setup - but if I ever get serious about it and get a lift, some of the setups actually have adjustable shocks to give you a firmer ride when you’re on the road to avoid some dive/lift.

Captain of the Enterprise > Lekker 11/15/2018 at 18:50

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Congrats! It looks amazing!

Khalbali > Lekker 11/15/2018 at 20:16

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25 can be sketchy, but it’s mostly the weather taking care of itself, it’ll snow 6 inches one day and be 50 and sunny the next and it’ll all be gone.