Toyota 4Runner “Towing Eyelet’s“ NOT to be confused with Recovery Points + TSB-0049-20

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Жыл бұрын

I hope this video helps clarify the importance of knowing what and when you should or not use the “Emergency Towing Eyelet’s “ and or “Tie Down Hooks”.
For more information on these “Emergency Towing Eyelet’s “ consulte your owners manual Page 405.
For proper recovery when off-roading, your Toyota 4Runner needs to have aftermarket recovery points installed.
Enjoy the Trails but please be Stay safe out there!
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@TXprimeFishing13 12 күн бұрын

Thanks for info!!! Man, I really like your Barcelona Red 4Runner…..Looks sharp 💪🏼

@VikingsGarage 12 күн бұрын

Much appreciated!! 💪🏻

@cppctek Жыл бұрын

Thnx for sharing about the “not a recovery” point because I never knew it either since I’ve never bothered to pay attention to the attached structure lol. Now I’m lookin for some recovery points to add for the front and most def a front winch plate or something

@VikingsGarage Жыл бұрын

Absolutely, same here! A nice front winch plate is in order if I ever plan on taking it on some sweet trails. I wanted to inform everyone because it’s Important to be safe out there.

@trailrunnah8886 Жыл бұрын

I have the Apex Overland recovery points on mine. They're pretty beefy, they bolt to the frame rail and the front crossmember in a few locations. They were an easy install, and I think well worth the money.

@VikingsGarage Жыл бұрын

Appreciate you sharing, those are the ones my buddy has on his truck. Most definitely doing it eventually.

@ApexOverland Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the mention!

@VikingsGarage Жыл бұрын

👍🏻

@andywiggens1069 Жыл бұрын

You have become my go to guy, I had no idea that the "tie downs" were not recovery points. I too have shackles hanging off mine too and I probably would have used them if I hadn't found your informative videos. Last night I purchased the brutal apex overland "true" recovery brackets and am looking forward to seeing how cool they will look on my runner. As far as your bumper goes and the body lines, I found that issue on a used runner I was going to buy and that was a deal killer because I thought it was in an accident. My 2021 in perfect condition from the factory kind of has a crappy body line there too.

@VikingsGarage Жыл бұрын

Yeah, they all kind of fit funny in that section. I appreciate you!! 🙏🏻 Let me know how you like the recovery brackets.

@alfonsoalvarez5349 Жыл бұрын

👍🏼.thank you for the correction. I didn’t want to be that guy! I was going to call you on it but someone else beat me to it. The loops are for ties to transport the truck. You sir are some we can follow.

@VikingsGarage Жыл бұрын

🙏🏻 Much appreciated. I might slip sometimes but I try to Stay truthful and informative. I appreciate your support!!

@lambertsaldi1550 Жыл бұрын

Great information and stuff mr.👍👍🇺🇸🗽🇺🇸 The Vermonter

@VikingsGarage Жыл бұрын

🙏🏻🤟🏻

@frenzy2223 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for the info in the TSB, my front bumper has this issue and now I can get it fixed. There isn’t much info on KZfaq in regards to this.

@VikingsGarage Жыл бұрын

You got it, I’m always here to help. Stay tuned for more useful tips and fixes. 😉

@beautifulcrow2377 Жыл бұрын

Getting my Apex put on in a couple weeks!!!

@VikingsGarage Жыл бұрын

Sweet!! 👍🏻

@trueword247 Жыл бұрын

I'm enjoying your channel. A little feedback though - edit your sound. I find myself raising and lowering the volume.

@VikingsGarage Жыл бұрын

It’s funny you mentioned that, I noticed it too. Will do 😉 Thank you, I appreciate your support!!

@LexusGX460-OFF-ROAD Жыл бұрын

nice video

@VikingsGarage Жыл бұрын

Thank you 🙏🏻 I appreciate you!!!

@geminiguy2178 Жыл бұрын

Can you try and show us how to deal with the rust issue ?😊

@VikingsGarage Жыл бұрын

I have… twice 😉 kzfaq.info/get/bejne/pdV8eN2b1bjOiGg.html kzfaq.info/get/bejne/b5qAmqd6t8q1XWw.html

@krishnaag7473 Жыл бұрын

At 1:54 You mentioned about "ripping radiator frame"... aren't all the winches mounted to those three/four holes right above the lower radiator frame? Doesn't that make lower radiator frame vulnerable when winching?

@VikingsGarage Жыл бұрын

Those tie down loops are mounted within the radiator support, not smart to recover from those 2 points.

@imranabbasi7871 Жыл бұрын

👍

@UTeeNye Жыл бұрын

Your channel is dope bro. Can you show how to replace led on puddle lights in two side rearview mirror

@VikingsGarage Жыл бұрын

Thank you! Don’t have such lights. 🤷🏼‍♂️

@mikesweeney5685 Жыл бұрын

To replace puddle lights on a 5th Gen 4Runner check out the Fast Lane Car Care Channel. He has a cool video on how to upgrade your side mirror puddle lights to LED without having to remove the mirrors. I did this to my 2015 Limited and it went great. Watch carefully where he presses and pulls the painted plastic cover as that is key!

@jasoncampeau2948 Жыл бұрын

Im thinking of getting those front recovery points

@VikingsGarage Жыл бұрын

Me too !!

@PAWulf6 Жыл бұрын

Being that you love your 4Runner. Do you recommend getting a dealer extended warranty if you were to buy one brand new?

@VikingsGarage Жыл бұрын

Honestly, it’s a waste of money. They don’t brake usually. I swear!

@traviscade3186 Жыл бұрын

Love the LEDs. Replaced all interior lights with LEDs except glovebox. I could not figure out how to replace that one.

@VikingsGarage Жыл бұрын

With the aftermarket support, wouldn’t be surprised if they got that one too.

@traviscade3186 Жыл бұрын

@@VikingsGarage i have the bulb i just cant figured out how to get to the bulb in the grove box

@VikingsGarage Жыл бұрын

Beats me buddy, I’m sure it can’t be that hard. You probably have to remove that light assembly to replace it. 🤷🏼‍♂️

@zenofthemoment Жыл бұрын

@@traviscade3186 based on what I saw, it required rewiring the light. The glove box light is soldered directly to the bulb with teeny wires that don't have extra length to play with. That's why I just left my glove box light alone. I'm not afraid of a little wiring/soldering, but it was just a ridiculous amount of effort for little reward.

@daves485 Жыл бұрын

Their definitely not for recovery, but for the price it a good way to add some “ off road swag “ to your 4Runner for a small price and a couple of nuts and bolts!

@InGratitudeIam Жыл бұрын

The real issue here is the decorative lighting you installed known as "Raptor Lights." Why on earth would you want to make your truck even remotely resemble a Ford??? :))

@VikingsGarage Жыл бұрын

No issue whatsoever, I like the look! Never once did I ever think of looking like a Ford. Life is about doing what you like and enjoying it! I enjoy my Raptor style lights🤩

@InGratitudeIam Жыл бұрын

@@VikingsGarage That is all that matters! Thanks for clarifying what those tie-down points are actually used for, Paul.

@VikingsGarage Жыл бұрын

You got it Sir! Have a blessed one!

@mdupar Жыл бұрын

I went to replace my fog lights with LED bulbs but mine have an aluminum shroud around it which makes it almost impossible to change out without pulling the bumper. I tried just pulling back the black wheel well cover but couldn’t get it. I have a 2016 ltd. I’m seeing your fog lights look different.

@VikingsGarage Жыл бұрын

My fog lights are the new OEM LED fog light assemblies.(highly recommended) Part # PT413-42191 direct fit, bumper does have to come off to replace them. 👍🏻