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    biff22biff22 Member Posts: 16
    You mentioned you had your SC installed at Penske. What city was that?
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    biff22biff22 Member Posts: 16
    Has anybody done this mod. K&N just came out with it and they say that it boost the hp/torque. Only setback is that it is illegal in CA. because its not C.A.R.B approve. Check it out

    http://www.performanceproducts.com/ProductPage.aspx?ProductName=K- +and+N+Air+Charger+Performance+Kits&productid=103659&prod- ucttype=20
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    hotdogonastickhotdogonastick Member Posts: 30
    it was at penske toyota in downey, ca. they did a good job and i was told they were putting a sc in a tundra the week after i got mine installed. i heard that the guy that did mine as done a number (dont know exactly) of installs. so far no probs.
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    biff22biff22 Member Posts: 16
    Thanks for the info. I just bought mine at

    http://www.kinderhooktoyota.com/ from their TRD specialist Eddie eddie@berk.com He gave me a great deal $3870 w/ shipping & no tax. I'm having mine installed at another Penske dealdership Longo Toyota in El Monte for $600. Are you adding anything else (ie tires, stiffer suspension)
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    424shake424shake Member Posts: 4
    I have an 04' Runner LTD with the remote starter installed. The remote starter was purchased from DesignTech-Intl. It works great. Now regarding the usage of Toyota remote keypad, you won't be able to use that to start the car since the transmitter for the remote starter is different.
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    424shake424shake Member Posts: 4
    Try using fuel from another gas station and don't over fill. That might help.
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    baki44baki44 Member Posts: 24
    Hello,
    Does anyone have information about Electrochromic Mirror w/Compass???
    I know the purchase price is about $170 but installation is a big problem. I called 3 different local dealer, I got three different price/answer. First one said no problem only $90, second one said he has to see the mirror but he thinks price will be $158 and third one said it is a big job you don't have a power there so price is $280. I think no body knows what they are talking about!!!
    Any advice/thoughts?
    Thanks in advance
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    loudog2loudog2 Member Posts: 83
    Does anybody know how much horsepower I would gain? And how many miles per gallon I would gain by using a K&N airfilter in my 04 limited v6 4x4?
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    amheckamheck Member Posts: 37
    Yeah, I'd like more info on the K&N stuff, too. I really can't justify the $4000 on the SC, nor the $1000 on the Borla thingie, but I could stick a few hundred in my 2004 Limited v8 to get some more power.

    Anyone have any experiences with the K&N stuff?

    Aaron
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    biff22biff22 Member Posts: 16
    Use the TRD filter, I gained 5hp when I installed it.
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    sacstate1sacstate1 Member Posts: 189
    "nor the $1000 on the Borla thingie"

    The Borla 'thingie' is a dual cat-back muffler/exhaust. Cat-back means all standard emmissions remains from the cat back to the engine. I have seen the Borla thingie for $609, you install it in your garage with a 14mm socket drive, so there is no expensive installation fee.
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    sacstate1sacstate1 Member Posts: 189
    Toyota supplies a re-useable aFe filter in their Borla thingie product. It is good for a claimed 5hp.
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    toyboxxtoyboxx Member Posts: 150
    On another 4runner forum they have the toyota instalation directions in a downloadable format. The installation looks fairly simple.

    Why question? Just go with the dealer at $90 if you don't want to do it yourself.
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    toyboxxtoyboxx Member Posts: 150
    Other companies do or will make "thingies" like the Borla for less money. Although I really like the Borla "thingie" the best. Oh, and btw they have a really good stainless steel dual cat-back exhaust too. :)
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    hotdogonastickhotdogonastick Member Posts: 30
    that's a great price. so far i trust penske and also their reputation. i have ordered my trd air filter and should be coming anytime soon. the trd parts guy said that headers and cat back exhaust is only out for the V6 but will come out for the V8 later. so that gives me time to get bull bars and lights for the front. the lights are key coming from first hand experience. let me digress... dec 02 i rented a montero limited and went to lake tahoe, ca. perfect timing to go snowboarding because there was snow in the forcast the whole week. i left la around 9-10 am stopped every so often for food, etc. well got to applegate on the 80 entering the sierras and the snow storm started to kick in. with just the regular headlights and fogs, i really couldnt see much except for the snow coming at me literally horizontal (looking through the side window). i realize lights are important!
    as far as suspension/tires, i'm happy (for now) with my sport's performance; although i've only gone on back roads/fire roads and havent done snow/mud yet. i've heard that some companies (cant remember which) are developing lifts compatable with the xreas.
    lastly after a while of driving the ecu finally adjusted. city before 18 mpg now 15-16 [following city speed limit posting]. hwy before 22.5 best avg now 24.5 (at 65 mph) [i havent been in a hurry lately]. just as long i'm at epa est mpg or better, i'm happy. let me know how your's go.
    i forgot to mention: on start up i'm getting more white smoke coming from my exhaust than before although it goes away after i start driving for a while. keep an eye out for that - i'll see if it goes back to normal with more miles added. still not fully broken in. the 4runner has 1180 on the odo and a little over 250 on the sc (which needs another 1800 miles to fully break in)
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    loudog2loudog2 Member Posts: 83
    I went to my dealership today to order trd air filter for my 04 limited v6 4x4. He told me that trd has not made a filter yet for the v6 model, they only have one for the v8. Is that true? I thought I saw some for sale on the internet. He also told me that toyota does not have sun roof deflectors for the 03-04 4runners yet. Does anybody know if this guy is right?
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    biff22biff22 Member Posts: 16
    I installed a Borla "THINGIE"
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    biff22biff22 Member Posts: 16
    Check out Waag, they have a great selection of accessories. Have you seen the K&N aircharger they say its compliments the SC by giving you a more effecient air flow system. I already have a TRD filter, and a Borla dual. After the sc I plan to get some good tires.
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    4runnerrunner4runnerrunner Member Posts: 7
    I posted this question about 3 weeks ago and am still looking for an answer. If anyone knows...

    I have the JBL system WITHOUT the cd changer. I bought an aftermarket Cd changer and installed it and was NOT happy so i ripped it all out. My question is, Can I add the toyota CD changer that fits in the glove box? Or do I have to add the one that fits in the CONSOLE? If I MUST use the one that fits in the console, how much of the storage space does it take up??
    03 4Runner Sport...btw
    Thanks!

    PS. Also looking for other 4Runner forums. Anyone know of any??
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    tidestertidester Member Posts: 10,059
    PS. Also looking for other 4Runner forums. Anyone know of any??

    Yes. Here's some good ones:

    Toyota 4Runner

    Jeep Grand Cherokee vs Toyota 4Runner

    Toyota 4Runner vs Toyota Highlander

    Toyota 4Runner: Problems and Solutions

    Incidentally, promoting other (non-edmunds.com) forums is not permitted here.

    tidester, host
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    slitorslitor Member Posts: 29
    Check out these pictures of the K&N Air Chargers. A guy on another forum just installed it. I'm considering installing it.

    community.webshots.com/s/image8/6/59/26/101465926whRGXB_ph.jp- g

    community.webshots.com/s/image1/6/68/88/101466888wEufhV_ph.jp- g
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    4runtexas4runtexas Member Posts: 31
    if you could try and revise the above link regarding photos of the air charger that i am also looking into, the link seems to be incorrect, thanks!
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    slitorslitor Member Posts: 29
    Thats the way they were posted at the other forum. Just cut the link and paste it to the address area. It should work

    try this

    community.webshots.com/s/image8/6/59/26/101465926whRGXB_ph.jpg
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    amheckamheck Member Posts: 37
    make sure the ".jpg" extension is correct in your browser window. The "jp- g" won't work.

    Is the guy who installed this pretty happy with it? What's the other forum? Can you email it to me at amheck@attglobal.net? Thanks!

    Aaron
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    bryancosbryancos Member Posts: 282
    Looks like K&N has released an intake kit for the V6 4Runner:

    Part #
    63-1076 TOYOTA 4RUNNER, V6-4.0L, 2003

    Picture at:
    http://knfilters.com/images/aircharger/63-1076.jpg

    And for those that just want the standard drop in filter, the part # is: Part #33-2281 (posted earlier)
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    loudog2loudog2 Member Posts: 83
    what will the k&n air charger do for the v6? how much more hp will I get and will it increase miles per gallon?
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    scrappy5scrappy5 Member Posts: 4
    I have an 04 4runner V6 and am interested in the K&N FIPK mentioned above. When I checked the K&N website today, it indicated that the unit is not available for this vehicle. Can anyone confirm that its available for the 04 V6 ?

    Advance Auto Parts is having a nice sale on the Silver Stars. The regular price is $ 19.99 per replacement bulb for the 9005 and 9006. They are running a buy one, get the 2nd for 50% off, plus a mail in rebate to Sylvania for $ 6 off per pair. The net price becomes $ 12 apiece.
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    amheckamheck Member Posts: 37
    Are the silver stars suppose to give the HID look? I'm interested in buying some replacement lights, but to be honest with you, I'm a little confused by the whole deal. Thanks for any info you have.

    Aaron
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    4runtexas4runtexas Member Posts: 31
    hello all! just like to say hope everyone had a good thanksgiving.

    first off, i beleive loudog2 asked the same question about the air charger, just checking to see if anyone out their had any idea...
    how much of an increase, horsepower and mpg wise would i get if i installed the K&N air charger for my V6?

    also, has anyone out their installed, or know of anyone that has installed a dual exhaust kit OTHER than a borla.(i.e. - flowmaster, dynomax, magnaflow)?

    and finally, who has installed a powered subwoofer in their 4runners WITHOUT changing their exsisting speakers. (i have the non JBL audio setup in my SR5 :( )
    due to my younger age lol, i was thinking of adding a stronger sub for high bass outputs, i do enjoy the occasional thumping rap song, but, i surely do not want to rattle my vehicle or wake up the neighbors, any ideas?
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    loudog2loudog2 Member Posts: 83
    i myself was looking into a system upgrade for my limited. chose not to get jbl system because people said it wasn't worth it. i went to tweeter center to look for a system. wow!! does it cost some money for a good one. to answer your question, they do make a "stealth box", with a 10" woofer that is made to fit by the rear wheel well in the back. it looks good i saw pictures. the box is against the side between the seat and the wheel well. so you don't have a huge box sticking out. you can choose the color to match the interior. but it costs around $550. also i looked into k&n, they don't make a air charger or air fitler for the v6 yet.
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    coranchercorancher Member Posts: 232
    amheck, the Silver Star bulbs fit somewhere between the standard halogen bulbs and HID systems, in both color and balance. They burn a little brighter (and hotter) and whiter than standard bulbs, and are reported to burn out sooner. That makes sense, I suppose. Since they draw the standard amount of power, they're street legal. You can buy "off road" bulbs that are brighter too, but are not strictly legal for street use.

    The true HID lights are sometimes on the blue side of neutral color balance, but it depends on the brand.

    For a (maybe biased) comparison, stop by a parts store and look at the back of the Silver Star package. I think this info is also available on Sylvania's web site for the Silver Stars.

    BTW, the stock 4Runner lights seem to be really good ones to me. I think it's mainly a function of the reflectors. They have a bright and even spread of light, with a very nice cutoff at the top, especially on low beams. This can be really important to the non-SUV vehicles in front of you on the road. I've considered the Silver Stars, but the stock lights are so good I haven't been too tempted, especially considering the reports of shorter bulb life.
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    grubbs1grubbs1 Member Posts: 69
    I went to a local tweeter and added a much needed subwoofer. I purchased a Kicker amp, a Kicker 12" sub, a box, wires and the install for about $350 out the door. I had the amp installed under the passenger seat. The installer was great in that he installed the amp on wood strips. Doing this allows air floor to the rear passengers under the seat (and the new amp). Heck, since the guy had the dash and console apart, he even installed another cigarett lighter outlet inside the armrest box!

    The bass can easily be too overwhelming so adjusting the power to your likes will be needed. Once adjusted, the sound is 100% better!

    The only possible inconvenience is the intrusive box. It fits up against the seat backs and next to a wheel well. For me, I am used to subs in these areas. I love good, deep bass. When we go on trips, I look at it as another piece of luggage.

    Regarding the stealth box, I asked for it but was informed (or misinformed?) that they are not made for '03 or '04 4runners yet.
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    4runtexas4runtexas Member Posts: 31
    do you mind sharing some details with us?

    what type of amp and kicker 12" sub did you end up purchasing?

    and also, what audio system do you have in youre vehicle as of now?...the stock? any JBL upgrade from the dealer?

    good luck with you're new system, you'll love it! i hope to be getting somewhat of a similar package soon
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    loudog2loudog2 Member Posts: 83
    i saw a picture of an 03 4 runner with it installed in the back. i looked through the stealth box book they had. the guy said i could order it, but it would take 2 weeks to get it. anyway, good luck with your new system. how many channels is your amp? i don't know if i want to get the 5 channel to run all(door 6.5's and sub), or get the 4 channel for the doors and a seperate for the sub.
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    grubbs1grubbs1 Member Posts: 69
    The sub is a c12, 150 watt. I don't know much more than that except it has quite a punch.

    The amp is a two channel times 60; bridged, 120 watts max.

    My next step is to add another amp and 'quality' door speakers. The hard part is convincing my wife of their necessity!

    My Sport has the stock stereo, by the way.

    I'll take a few pics and attempt to post them here...

    Good luck, 4runtexas and loudog2!
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    4runtexas4runtexas Member Posts: 31
    grubbs-IMO, and im assuming you may share the same, adding an excellent set of aftermaket component speakers, and a quality sub like the one mentioned above, the sound will DEFINATELY be as good, if not better depending on what you're looking for, as the thousand dollar plus JBL system...

    IDK about other areas..but here in houston...
    a brand new sub, amp, and box will run you about 350, and a set of A+ speakers will run at about 275 for all 4, equalling to $625..if you're into saving a few hundred dollars and are looking for possibly even better sound, i think that is probably the way to go! (Grubbs - just tell her you would like to listen to (________<insert wife's favorite music there) in the quality that the music deserves! that should work lol)

    and alas for the K&N (yet again), there is indeed a 2003 V6/4.0L Air Charger kit made for the 4Runner, which costs around $240.00, NO IDEA how much of a gain you receive, would really like to find out!

    add a new exhaust, the K&N air filter, and this intake kit, which in my guess should add atleast 22-25 HP should take us V6 owners to near the 300 HP mark, WOW! imagine what a rocket the vehicle would become, well, see you JGC owners in our rearviews later!!
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    loudog2loudog2 Member Posts: 83
    4runtexas you were right . i made the mistake of going under the 2004 year on k&n website, which says there is no products available. the people at the autoparts store told me the same thing. only thing listed under 2004 was for the v8. they do have the air charger and filter listed under the 2003 year 4 runner. which of course is the same v6 engine. so i'm admitting i was wrong.
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    biff22biff22 Member Posts: 16
    Here's a few pics of the SC I added

    http://f1.pg.photos.yahoo.com/ph/victoriom@sbcglobal.net/album?.d- ir=/Runner++SC&.src=ph&store=&prodid=&.done=http%- 3a//f1.pg.photos.yahoo.com/ph/victoriom@sbcglobal.net/my_photos
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    nick4597nick4597 Member Posts: 50
    I think I saw this question posted earlier. I got an SR5 w/out leather steering wheel and radio controls. Does anyone know if an interior upholstery shop would be able to add a leather steering wheel cover that looks factory (actually sewn onto the steering wheel). I currently have a leather steering wheel cover from Wal-Mart but I am looking for the factory look. Also looking to add stock steeting wheel controls. Read on here a while back that it's not really possible but just thought i'd as in case anyone heard otherwise. Thanks all!
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    toyboxxtoyboxx Member Posts: 150
    Did you try to get the toyota one at the parts department?

    The price may be alot, I don't know, but there are plenty of online toyota dealerships that discount parts.
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    hotdogonastickhotdogonastick Member Posts: 30
    so how do you like your sc? it looks good - the black powder coated intake manifold looks better then the stock. it looks like it belongs there.
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    aroutharouth Member Posts: 45
    Hello,

    I have a 2004 4runner on special order and I would like to install a satelite radio in it. I have the 6disk cd changer and I am wondering how it would work with my system?

    1. Will I be able to use the radio controls in the steering wheel with it?

    2. Will it get in the way of my cd player?

    any info would be appreciated. I know very little about this. If there is a system you guys would recomend that would help out tremendously as well.

    thanks
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    bushskibushski Member Posts: 15
    I have been doing a ton of research on adding XM radio to my 2004 4runner. What I can tell so far is that if you have the JBL system with the SINGLE disk changer, there is a plug on the back of the radio to add an optional 6disk changer. A company called Blitzsafe makes an adapter that allows you to hook up an xm receiver (roady, commander) directly to your exisitng system using RCA inputs. This gives you the best sound quality. This also allows you to continue to use the controls on your steering wheel.

    From what I have seen so far( and I may be wrong?), the factory 6 disk changer does not have the plug on the back, Which is a problem. You could always go for the FM modulated version, but you sacrifice sound quality.

    Ofcourse the biggest problem I am having is determining where to put the unit in the dash. The 4runner has a prenty full dash board and I am looking for suggestions on where to install the thing
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    waydewayde Member Posts: 198
    I've checked with my Toyota dealers and there is no Toyota made leather steering wheel cover. Any other companies you can recommend that fit the 4Runner wheel (2003)?
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    coranchercorancher Member Posts: 232
    Folks have suggested the Wheelskins brand in the past, and I have just ordered one. The single-color versions are about $31 plus shipping.

    The problem I had was that the model-based recommendations on the Wheelskins site (size C)conflicted with my actual measurements (size AXX). I talked to a support person at Wheelskins and asked about their measurements. I asked him if they measured thickness on a 4Runner that already had the leather cover or one without. He didn't know, but thought they had not measured two different types. If the factory leather cover is installed on a standard thickness wheel, that would make the difference between size C and AXX.

    At Wheelskins' suggestion I ordered the recommended size C and will contact them if it's a problem. They can then expand their database to 2 entries for the 4Runner and exchange what I've purchased.
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    nick4597nick4597 Member Posts: 50
    I was looking at buying a 2-tone wheelskin cover for my 03 4Runner. Let me know how you like it after you receive it and install it. It'd be cool if you could get some pictures of it, I know a lot of people are looking to add leather to their steering wheel. Thanks for the post.

    - Nick
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    4runtexas4runtexas Member Posts: 31
    hey guys!
    just wondering, has anyone replaced their rims/tires for new ones? 18"s, 20"s??
    i was thinking about steppin up to 18" wheels with a rather large tire size, although nothing huge, i dont want anything near a "jacked up" look. just curious if anyone has replaced their wheels, what size/kind? if so, post some pics for us!
    larger wheels with the correct tires improve handling, braking, and other performance aspects, and can even decrease weight (depending on what wheels you choose)

    i have the clanky 16" wheels on my SR5 :(, kind of upset i didnt think to have them replaced when i purchased the vehicle, but paying 2,000 or so for far better wheels/tires is better than upgrading from the dealer, a pricey option !!
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    md4runnermd4runner Member Posts: 17
    biff22...

    i noticed your pics...your 4runner looks sweet...

    i saw that you had a side exhaust? do you have the borla package? if not? where did you get that attachment?

    thanks...
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    slitorslitor Member Posts: 29
    Yes thats the Borla Dual Exhaust. Got it a few months ago before I installed the s/c.
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    4runtexas4runtexas Member Posts: 31
    has any one have any thoughts on the borla exhausts sound after adding the system?

    ive heard some people say the sound would be just simply too "F150 like"...this may sound weird, but in Texas, theres HUNDREDS of those down south style pickups that zoom by with flowmasters that rumble pretty nice, but i dont know how that would sound on a 4runner.
    im definately interested, but i would like some other opinions from fellow 4Runner owners, and not just anybody...
    does the 4runner with the dual exhaust set sound good? does it sound too diesel-like? or does it sound like one of those ear cherning honda civics with a screaming exhaust, only to find that they are actualy travelling inside of 10 mph...AKA - "rice rockets" i have heard them called...

    any thoughts guys!
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