I think it's been FASCINATING to read all the varying perceptions of these motors after test drives on here.
I was impressed by both the 2.7+automatic and 2.3+manual. The 2.7 was on factory 35s and the 2.3 manual was on 35x12.5 Falken Wildpeak M/Ts. I was especially impressed at how well the...
They absolutely do look bigger than the OEM 35s on the Wildtrak.
Could be because the Wildpeak M/Ts are a 'true 35', or their more aggressive tread pattern. But just looking at them, they look a lot more substantial than the 'squatch 35s.
I got to drive this today. Some thoughts:
-Aesthetically, the overall package looks awesome. Wheels/tires/flares/lift all work harmoniously with each other. I dislike most aftermarket wheels/tires that dudes put on their trucks, but this setup looks great.
-The 2.3+manual combo actually drives...
TRD Pro 4-Runners aren't even geared properly from the factory with the 32" tires they come with. They also have abysmal approach and departure angles that need to be fixed with chopping up the OEM bumpers, or with aftermarket bumpers, to be competitive in this class. There's also no front...