I read the same opinions in most speaker threads as well. What size and kind of speakers do you recommend for my 3rd gen 4runner? I'm about to do this within the next week. 3rd Gen 4Runner Parts Marketplace (1996-2002) 2nd Gen 4Runner Parts Marketplace (1990-1995) ... Plug and Play Front/Rear Anytime Camera Mod Advice on audio system in a Gen 5 What's needed to hook up amp/sub to head unit? Not that I am aware of, I have heard that the JBL wiring diagram is different. These Speakers were designed and engineered specifically for your 5th Gen (2010-Present) Toyota 4Runner. Nick, I am interested in the Harness that you are mentioning to make this a little easier. Subwoofer fits flush to drivers side rear panel and easily removable to access the tire jack. However, I was able to still achieve fitment by reusing the OEM bracket. The 1st Gen 4Runners and 3rd Gen Pickups run 2 grounds, and 1 common load. What’s your opinion? Thanks Doc for the info. Did you put a bass blocker in? I received the harness. After all the… Read more ». I'm running an aftermarket stereo, lights, soon to be a winch, ARB compressor, 2x10" Rockford Fosgate subs, and a power inverter. From shift knobs to skid plates, accessories will give you the driving experience you want. After swapping out the OEM tweeters, I am pretty impressed by how much the audio quality increased! Toyota 4Runner Stereo Features & Benefits. It has 4 wires (2 positive, 2 negative) for the tweeter harness. Direct Plug and Play Speaker Upgrade from OEM Audio Plus for the 5th Gen 4Runner – Speakers Only. Adding the Kickers to the rest makes the system much better in my opinion. Toyota 4runner 3rd Gen Stereo Upgrade Overdrive Auto Tuning ... Pin by ralph webb on 4r 3rd gen 4runner mods cheap 4runner mods emphasis on toyota forum 4runners com cheap 4runner mods emphasis on toyota forum 4runners com all the mods that can be done to a 3rd gen 4runner contest who knows most yotatech forums. The winch is killing my truck so a 140amp alt + 925cca battery should do. Tighten down all three (two screws and one bolt) with a 10mm socket wrench. Do you think the TacoTune harness is needed? My name is Frank and I have a passion for photography, camping, and long road trips. Also supplied with my infinity speakers was an adhesive foam strip to add around the edge of the speaker. Removal and replacement is basically the same for either one, but there are some differences and we'll note them below. Good replacement for the stocker tweeter functions? At the time he purchased the 4Runner, he was not how much was the harness and alt? These drop-in speaker replacements offer superior dynamics, blending and low frequency response. Do you have the same tutorial for the doors? Hey Frank. You’re welcome and thank you! I got my own question answered by Taco Tunes for anyone else needing guidance on this: TACOTUNES-SUPPORT Howdy Join together the 2 wires positives together into your positive on tweeter. However, in the end the reason why I decided to install the capacitor, was because it was recommended by the manufacturer (Infinity) in the instructions. I will have a tutorial coming up for the doors soon in a new article. 1996-2002 4Runner Stereo and ... We Peaked in High School 38,884 views. Do the same for negatives So your tweeter will have 4 wires going to it. My 4Runner is my daily, weekend warrior and ticket to adventure. The job of capacitors is to allow only the high frequencies to pass, and cut out some of the lower frequencies. Aftermarket accessories are the finishing details that make your 4Runner unique. The EVO MTs are true rock tires. I bought similar speakers with the same thing attached, and they didn’t come with supplied crossover. excellent showcase of talent and creativity here…could have saved yourself the time by just getting the harness adapters at tacotunes.com…either way, very well done Sir. With the OEM crossover removed, I was able to solder a bypass between where the factory crossover once was. We offer a number of different upgrade options for the rear door speakers in your Toyota 4Runner. Connect the OEM harness to the OEM blue connector, and gently feed into the dash. Enjoy deep, non-localized low frequency reproduction. Did your speakers come with that 220uF capacitor? Location: Stationed in Camp LeJeune, home is Conover, NC. I am going to attempt the install in a few days. Although I did go with a previous model, they are still a LARGE upgrade from the stock tweeters. I wish I could answer this question! The 4Runner's factory audio systems came in two basic flavors, base and JBL. Thanks so much for the guide. Attach the new harness to your aftermarket speaker and prepare to install in the vehicle. So for about $200 you can have a safe higher out-put alternator that's plug and play. 4Runner Tested and industry proven scrubbing technology. Using a pair of tin snips (or another comparable tool) cut away at the factory connectors to help adapt our new speakers to fit in the dash location. Just did this mod to my 2019 TRD 4WD Premium 4 Runner using the Infinity speakers shown here. The blue female connector is held onto the speaker by several clear clips. You also get a leg up on vendor specials, free gear, giveaway notifications, and more. Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by patos tacoma, Dec 11, ... Drive it for another 200k. (941) 260-5229 FAST SHIPPING Great work. 5th Gen 4Runner Parts Marketplace (2010+) 4th Gen 4Runner Parts Marketplace (2003-2009) 3rd Gen 4Runner Parts Marketplace (1996-2002) 2nd Gen 4Runner Parts Marketplace (1990-1995) 1st Gen 4Runner Parts Marketplace (1984-1989) Marketplace - Wheels & Tires; Marketplace - Other; Group Buys; Official Vendors I think I’m getting ready to do this as well. They crawl, claw and grip at rocks with ease due to their bold tread pattern and studdable design, ready to tackle any terrain. That and they were about $30 less on Amazon than the new model. The left side will line up with the factory mount that we modified, and the right side of the speaker will line up with the threaded hole in the dash that was previously for the OEM mount itself. I attached the new crossover inline, with the same black wire of the previous OEM crossover, using butt connectors. It was nice to have one source for the full install and some guidance on modding the mount for reuse. Think I have to do this. I replaced my Tweeters with the Subaru plug and play Kickers and I think it already sounds slightly better or at worst just as good than my old JBL. My first 4Runner (1999 SR5 4×4 Imperial Jade Green) back in high school (2005) had some serious thump. The 4.7uF cap should be all that’s needed to filter out audio below ~133Hz. The instructions I followed had my capacitor ibetweenthe positve side and the positve terminal of the speaker. Hey Nick, do you have a link for the harness adapters? The most difficult part was fabricating a new speaker harness and fitting these much larger 3.5” coax speakers into the small dash area. Use a trim panel tool to pry up the edges of the panel and remove it. I couldn’t figure out how to make the brackets to work in any configuration. NOTE: This side is open to interpretation, others have made their own bracket, extending the holes for better fitment. The Infinity 3022-cfx I used recommended the used of a supplied crossover. With the new speaker sitting slightly higher, it will be a snug fit. I was surprised how much detail I was missing out on with the previous OEM tweeters. This will be added to my build thread, and mod thread, at some point. Lastly snap on, the speaker grille. You may use an interior trim tool here, however, I was able to work a small flat head screwdriver in the gap, and proceed to pop off the two front clips. I do think that the speakers are able to handle the sound without the capacitor, however since it was supplied inbox from Infinity, I included it as per manufacturer suggestion. If your vehicle is 4WD, remove the 4WD shift knob (the boot is removed with the trim panel). Work a flathead screwdriver between the blue connector and OEM speaker, breaking the adhesive bond and fully separating the two. When you’re hungry for Toyota 4Runner performance upgrades, skip the energy drinks and head straight for performance mods and custom parts for the Toyota 4Runner. TIP: I used electrical tape on the end of the screwdriver as to not scratch the factory dash. The only thing holding the blue OEM connector to the speaker now is an adhesive. That’s correct. I adapted the factory speaker components to build a new harness for the new component speakers. any rattling or speaker coming loose. I removed the stock capacitors and used the ones supplied by INFINITY. Driver’s Side: Reinstall the factory speaker mounts using 10mm socket. With my investment into this mod being under $50, the most challenging aspect was the latter. Were you referring to the capacitor? This is not the official list of “best” mods as there is no one specific mod out there for each and every person.Every owner is going to have different needs and different goals.When buying accessories an… Vocals good? Frank, you mean you used the Infinity “stock” capacitor correct, not the Toyota crossover that came off the factory speaker harness? Just finished Sounds great. Our drop-in speaker replacements offer superior dynamics, blending and low frequency response. The gen2 JBL system was probably one of the worst sounding stock systems there was. Our content is pretty fire! Freddy Mercury’s voice was clear and sounded as if he was right there in front of me. If not, no big deal. Utilizing one of the OEM speaker mounts (previously the passenger side right piece of the speaker mount), invert and attach to the left side of the cavity, into the dash, tightening down lightly. Hi Frank long time listener first time commenter. Subwoofer design is tailored specific for the 5th generation 4Runner. Using the cutting pliers, cut the two wires as close to the OEM speaker as possible. Rated at 100 watts RMS! 5th Gen 4Runner Audio Upgrades – The Complete Guide. The latest in new 4Runner parts, products and gear. I had the JBL in my second gen and non-JBL in my third gen. I also bought the wire harness from Taco Tunes. Yes. Front Doors / Dash speakers are upgraded to a true component speaker setup that is equipped with a crossover network. I don’t think that the Taco Tunes harness is needed. The base system has six regular-issue speakers, while the JBL systems feature (what else) JBL speakers and lots of 'em. I personally find upgrading an audio system a little daunting, with all the speaker combinations, audio processors, subwoofers, I wouldn’t even know where to start. Could you send me a link to the exact one you are referring to? I put infinity 6x9s in the doors as well… Read more ». All 6 speakers can easily be replaced for less than $250. These new speakers will add a higher bass output, and enhanced midrange performance. Sounds great...Not quite the amp out-put of the Mean Green...but then again, it's half the money. Buy a car stereo from us, and you'll save up to $50 on the installation gear package you need, depending on the car you drive and the stereo you buy – in many cases, you’ll get the package free. In the end, installation time pales in comparison to the future hours of enjoyment I’ll have with a better sounding audio system. It sounded great after the install, and a better replacement for the stock tweeters. Before, the old OEM dash speakers, sounded muddled and cruddy, diminishing further in quality at higher volumes. The 5th gen has been my first 4Runner, and this has also been my first foray into replacing speaker components myself. Get Up to 20% Off the Trail 4Runner Store! Lastly, snap on speaker grille. One of my favorite tracks to test was Queen’s Bohemian Rhapsody. However, the larger terminal blade was similar to the OEM positive blade and the smaller blade with the negative on the OEM tweeter. I truly appreciate all the info you have compiled on this website. For me, the benefits of this mod far outweigh the cost or time I put into the installation. Reuse the factory 10mm bolts and tighten down with 10mm socket wrench. It will end up being a sticky for me if my ALT ever goes south plug for those who will ask for the ALT upgrade in the future. The largest improvement I noticed has been in music particularly containing guitars, drums, piano or strong vocals. When I tried my new speakers with or without the factory crossover, I cannot hear any difference. I used 3 Stanley flat pieces of steel from Home Depot with holes already drilled in them so I didn’t have to cut up any original parts. Thanks in advance, tweeter wires for the 5th gen: https://tacotunes.com/shop/toyota-4runner/plug-and-play-wire-harnesses-toyota-4runner/toyota-4runner-tweeter-speaker-wiring-harness-adapter-connector/ door speaker adapters: https://tacotunes.com/shop/toyota-4runner/plug-and-play-wire-harnesses-toyota-4runner/toyota-4runner-aftermarket-speaker-harness-adapter/. ahh yes my next upgrade myself! Also, is there any way to contact you quickly if I have an issue? You have the better truck. Did you use the capacitors? Toyota engineers are renowned for building reliable long lasting vehicles, known for the infamous 2JZ, a virtually indestructible truck, and the million-mile Tundra.But, what their vehicles aren’t known for is their audio. Lengthen the factory wires with new wires, solder ends, and add heat shrink. thanks for the info! I like the Tacotunes 12″ subwoofer but I have the Rago panels so I think I have to come up with something else for a subwoofer. Thank you for the detailed writeup, I followed this using the TacoTunes wire adapters and a set of JBL Club 3.5″ speakers and it came out great! 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We have designed and engineered a complete Speaker Upgrade specifically for your 5th Gen (2010-Present) Toyota 4Runner. I would start searching here first though, http://www.t4r.org. Any insight? Premium sound in your 4Runner, in 1 hour or less. This is called “switching grounds”. The “bass blocker” was the capacitor that I soldered into the new harness in Step #3. Gently place the new speaker down into the dash. I appreciate the feedback! Connect factory audio harness to the blue connector, and gently place into the dash, lining up holes of the factory bracket and new speaker. Looking at a few other threads about a front speaker upgrade and a lot of people are saying putting a bass blocker in helps the sound a lot. Door removal and speaker replacement can now be viewed here: https://trail4runner.com/2019/04/30/reference-500q-oem-audio-plus-5th-gen-4runner/. The largest 4Runner community in the world. did you use the existing capacitors or do I need to buy ? His build thread began on June 17, 2010. Didn’t add the extra capacitors, they came with some already installed. May I ask do I see a crossover already soldered to the speaker? I wonder if this works with that. Options for Improving the 4Runner’s Audio System in Stages vs Complete System Upgrade. Hi Dane! They have boxes for 10" and 12" subs. Same steps will be taken for the Driver’s Side, which will retain use of both OEM speaker mounts. Without the capacitor, the speaker was active across a larger frequency, and I have no doubt that it would most certainly be able to handle the frequency and power that was originally sent to the stock tweeter. Overall, these speakers transformed the muddled crud of the highs and mids into a sharp, crisp, detailed sound. I installed this kit as part of the Tundra Brake Upgrade for 3rd Gen 4Runners (1996-2002) on my 1997 Toyota 4Runner SR5 4x4. Got it installed in about 3 hours following this. Factory stereo system. NOTE: Installation follows the Passenger Side, which is slightly more difficult. Haven’t done it with my 3rd gen but my 2nd gen had Focals and JL sub. Yes, you’re correct. If you check out *****.com, they have sub boxes that are specifically designed to fit behind 3rd gen seats and they are like 120$. Seems these REF-3022CFX are not made any longer, I did find these REF-3032cfx just not sure of the difference. There are dash speakers that are plug & play that takes about 10mins to install. How does it sound after the install? T If you would like a little more piece of mind knowing there is a gap in there, you can shave down the plastic ring under the speaker grille. GET PAID FOR WRITING A 4RUNNER PRODUCT REVIEW OR STEP BY STEP INSTALL, Nice write up! Passenger’s Side: This is where things get creative. Using a set of cutting pliers, cut off the clear clips. The Taco Tunes harness/adapter could make the process much easier since it provides you with OEM connectors. To remove the center dash panel, the shift lever trim bezel must be removed. The infinity speaker I received didn’t have the terminals clearly marked. Use coupon code "TRAIL4R10" and save 10% on windshield wiper blades from Scrubblade. We will never spam your inbox or sell your data. In addition, we provide custom mounting brackets that allow you to install 6.5” or 6.75” aftermarket component or coaxial speakers. Depending on the RMS of sub you choose, you should be able to get away with spending 120-150$ on an amp to power it. We will want to remove the blue OEM connector off the OEM speaker, this will help us connect our new speaker to the OEM connector. Thanks! https://overdriveautotuning.com/.../toyota-4runner-3rd-gen-stereo-upgrade The drum kit and cymbals were detailed, sharp, with a wonderful crispness with each hit. Gently strip the ends of the two wires from the OEM blue connector. I have the jbl club speakers for this mod coming too. 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