Toyota 4Runner · 5th Gen

The Ultimate Skiing & Winter Build

This Toyota 4Runner build is outfitted for skiing, so you can safely navigate icy roads, carry your skis, and stay warm both between runs and overnight.

Every pick sourced from real owner reviews and input (T4R.org, r/4Runner). Prices and specs verified.

Before you build

What owners wish they'd known.

Smart is the essentials at a lower cost.

1

Tires & Suspension

Winter Tires
2

Recovery & Safety

Traction Boards

Toughest recovery boards on the market with replaceable teeth and 47,000 lb rating. Made in USA with lifetime serviceability, no need to replace the whole board when studs wear.

8 lbs
$299
3

Sleep & Shade

Sleep System

Low-weight, no-platform way to sleep inside, foam cushion over the folded seats and it stows folded by day, keeping the Smart build light.

19 lbs
$135
Heater

A fraction of the cost of Webasto or Espar with similar heat output. If you're willing to do the install and accept some quality variance, this is the entry point for diesel heating.

14 lbs10-30W
$120
4

Power

Power Station

The best value portable power station on the market, at $399 nothing else combines LFP longevity, 1800W output, fast charging, and a 5-year warranty at this price point.

27 lbs
$479
5

Additional Gear

CO Detector

If you're running any combustion heater, propane or diesel, a CO detector is not optional. It's a $25 life insurance policy.

1 lbs
$25
Ski Carrier

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