New 6th Gen T4R Hybrid Owner

2025 4Runner TRD Sport Premium Build Westcott Lift & KMC Torx Wheels

8RunnerOffRoad · 2025-09-03T23:10:53+00:00

This 2025 Toyota 4Runner TRD Sport Premium came into 8Runner Off-Road for a suspension and wheel upgrade that would give it more clearance, a tougher stance, and the right fitment for larger tires. The end result is a build that looks sharp and performs with confidence. We started with a Westcott Designs preload collar lift, raising the 4Runner about 2–3 inches. This not only leveled the stance but also opened up room for 33–34 inch tires and improved ground clearance. A coilover assembly and alignment were completed to dial in the geometry and handling. Why the Westcott Lift? Levels the stance while maintaining factory ride quality Provides clearance for 33–34 inch tires Increases ground clearance for off-road use Next up was the wheel and tire package. We mounted 285/75R17 Toyo Open Country A/T IIIs (measuring about 33.8 inches) on KMC Torx wheels in matte black. The +25 offset keeps the fitment tight, avoiding unnecessary trimming while still delivering a bold look. Extended black lug nuts finished the setup with a secure, clean fit. Why this combo works: Toyo A/T IIIs: excellent balance of traction and durability KMC Torx: aggressive blacked-out styling to match TRD accents +25 offset: perfect fitment with the lift, no excess poke Future upgrades are already on the way, with a set of Westcott sliders ordered to add protection and function. With the lift, wheels, and tires now complete, this TRD Sport Premium stands taller, clears bigger rubber, and is dialed for more than just pavement. Would you start your 4Runner build with suspension and wheels, or focus first on armor and lighting? 8Runner Off-Road & Overland Outfitters 10160 Southwest Nimbus Avenue, Suite F2 Tigard, OR 97223 Phone: (503) 352-4629 Email: nathan@8runneroffroad.com Website: www.8runneroffroad.com

Farzad_k

New member

Jul 20, 2025

Hello folks.

The 6th Gen Hybrid is my third 4Runner. The first was a 2016 SR5 which I traded in for a 2020 TRD Off-road Premium in 2020, which I basically ruined while taking on a sharp turn on a gravelly mountain road at 51 mph that caused us to wind up on top of some rocks “off road”. The 2016 and 2022 had 40k miles on them and were pretty clean and well maintained. The incident in the mountain made me love the 4 Runners even more. So, I now have the 2025 6th Gen Hybrid iForce. It isn’t TRD or Trail, etc. just the basic simple one.

My 2020 was hard wired by me for an in-cabin auxiliary LiFePo4 battery that was charged via a REDAC BCDC1225D, and the battery provided power to my electric cooler and a few other things. I camped mostly for astronomy. I had installed a Prinsu rack on it myself. I had upgraded its tires to all terrains after about 10,000 miles. I wasn’t very happy with lower gas mileage or rougher ride but they were great on sand and snow.

The Hybrid was already configured with a Prinsu rack, and I am working to get my LiFePO and REDARC put back in line. Next will be all terrains after tires - in 10,000 miles or so.

Glad to be here, and I look forward to learning from your experiences.

Farzad