Thinking about moving to this region. SLC or Provo.

I am thinking about construction(electrician), then I'll try to get into the IBEW(union).

How is it living there? I am not into indoor things, mostly off roading, over landing, hiking( a lot), canyoneering. So I already know activity wise I will LOVE this region. My second home is pretty much Escalante already LOL. But, how's the job market there? LGBT dating scene?

Context: 2025 hybrid 4Runner Off Road Premium. Stock. Air dam removed.

Just finished first off-road session with this car in a huge off-road park.

Used all the tricks this car comes with. So feel free to ask me about them if you're in the market for a 4WD and trying to decide.

Oh also, I banged up the side step on the passenger side🥲. Any rock slider recommendations?

So I was trying not to throw up between sets while squatting, then I saw these things sticking out on the sides of the machine. What are these for? At first I thought maybe they are they to prevent the machine from tipping over, but then I thought to myself, the width of this machine making tipping over impossible

So what are these things?

I have the A229 Pro. My windshield is tinted with XPEL ceramic.

How do I fix the polarized effect in the sky as well as the reflection of my speaker grill in the lower right corner? My previous 10 yr old Garmin did not show this polarized visual effect.

Personal Context & Use Case:

• Driving Style: Light to moderate overlanding/access driving. I don't rock crawl for fun, but getting to remote trails and camping spots inevitably means dealing with loose rock, gravel spray, and occasional light bottom outs.
• Previous Vehicle: Drove a Jeep Cherokee where I'd occasionally scrape rocks or catch heavy debris underneath, so I want better peace of mind underneath this rig.
• Environment: Based in a high crime urban area, so catalytic converter protection is a priority alongside belly armor.

My Questions:

1. Front Only vs. Full Skids: For casual trail access( At this point I am not even sure if the trails I drive on are casual level or not...), is a front engine/transmission plate sufficient, or is a full skid plate worth the extra weight and cost?
2. Aluminum vs. Steel: Given I'm not slamming down on boulder fields, is aluminum the sweet spot to save weight on the hybrid powertrain, or should I stick to steel? I head steel slides on rock instead of getting caught and stuck on rock like aluminum.
3. Cat Protection Integration: For those running 6th gen/hybrid platforms, do full skid setups cover the catalytic converter well enough on their own, or should I buy a dedicated cat shield (e.g., MillerCAT / RCI) alongside standard skids?

Attached a reference photo of the roughest terrain I typically hit, plus two skid options I’m considering.

Thank you!

Key Info: I have the hybrid trim with raised platform. I don't need the backseats.

Trying to dial in my trunk setup for an upcoming road trip and looking for input from anyone who's tested different layouts.

I'm strictly keeping everything inside the vehicle (nothing on the roof rack) since I'll need to stealth camp when passing through cities, so space efficiency and a low profile are high priority.

Right now I'm stuck between two options:

1. Full backseat delete platform build: Pull the back seats completely and build a flat platform (likely with pull-out drawers underneath).
2. Adjustable cot over folded seats: Keep the seats folded flat and set up an adjustable leg cot over them. This saves the build hassle and lets me stuff soft gear/clothing in the gap underneath.

Also debating mattress setup:

Is a 2-person air mattress worth the hassle, or is a cot/foam pad setup better long term? Inflating, deflating, and shuffling gears every single night sounds like a pain for quick setups.

For those who stealth camp or do long road trips: What does your setup look like, and would you recommend pulling the seats from day one?

Setup Comparison

Option	Pros	Cons	Stealth Rating
Seat Delete Platform	Maximum headroom, custom storage drawers, permanently flat surface	Requires full disassembly, irreversible on the fly	High (low profile, hidden gear)
Adjustable Cot Over Seats	Zero build time, modular, under-cot storage	Takes up vertical headspace, higher sleeping position	Moderate (higher profile near windows)
2-Person Air Mattress	Maximum sleeping area	Daily inflation hassle, risk of punctures, zero under-bed storage	Low to Moderate (gear shuffling required)

Hey everyone! My night vision hasn’t been great since my LASIK surgery a decade ago, so I’m considering upgrading to Cargo Lights. I have a 2025 4Runner ORP, which only has lower side cargo lights that point horizontally and dim, unlike these ones that point downward.

What do you think? Are these Cargo Lights worth the investment, or should I just keep a spare headlight in the trunk cubby to save some money and hassle?

I wash them in normal cycle with other white items in warm water. I have top loading washer.

I have purchased this sheet prob 5 times already, and EVERY SINGLE one of them will get to this level of torn within 6 months. And then eventually the whole thing rips apart.

Is it because the fabric itself or am I doing something wrong here?

Ready? Go! Play detective!

Background info:

Mid-30 male union electrician with no permanent job site. Commute varies from 15 minutes to nearly 2 hours each way, depending on traffic. I take the hottest month off annually for overland trips. I don’t need large tools for work and enjoy long road trips, like driving from Texas to Alaska. I load my car with gear and don’t tow anything. I don’t do off-roading for fun, but some destinations require it. I’ve attached a few pictures of some of the trails I’ve been on, showcasing the hardest ones. Most trails aren’t this messy, but these are the upper limit. I don’t go beyond this hard as I don’t enjoy hardcore off-roading or rock crawling. But I also can't have a car that can't reach shown spots.

My budget: 60k (give or take 5000, out-the-door price. I'm in Texas)

I want:

High ground clearance. For off-roading, over-landing, riding the curb at the drive-thru...

Some level of autonomous driving. The more advanced, the better. Driving to work drains me more than the work itself. Esp in stop-and-go traffic.

Easy to convert into an over-landing camper with rear seats removed.

I like a non-plug-in hybrid. It's more responsive and it supplies high voltage for my over-landing power needs like powering a hair dryer, coffee maker, induction burner, Starlink etc.

Automatic parking(not a must. Good to have). Downtown parking is too tight.

Good 360 cam. I need the 360 view cam for many things like parking, on the trail, passing narrow places like drive thru, etc.

Rugged looking. I'm a muscular and stoic guy, so I want a car that matches my energy.

Longevity. Had a Jeep Cherokee before, it had many electrical issues and many recalls.

Good resale value(not a must. Good to have).

I'm leaning towards an SUV. Maybe a truck, maybe a crossover. Def not a sedan. But I feel like a truck will be ride rougher in my use case. For the 11 months of the 12 months, the truck bed will be empty. And I don't know how will I be able to carry a standup paddle board on top of a truck.

I think I am allergic to all Crest mouthwash.

A few yrs ago I tried one of their blue colored alcohol free mouthwash, and my gums were as swollen as tires.

And 2 days ago I tried their alcohol free Clean Breath mouthwash, and i can't fee my tongue. My tongue is numb. And when I went check in the mirror i saw this.........

What does Crest put in their mouthwash?

Just mounted the A229Pro this afternoon. Upon checking the video, I feel like this looks a bit far right as my engine hood isn't centered. I did what the user's manual said, which is mounting it to the right side of the rearview mirror electrical box. Should I move it a bit left(as in towards the center) so it's more centered?

My current setup is front and rear.

Also, I put on the polarized lens, but I am still getting reflections (shown in the indoor garage pic). And because I have ceramic tint, it is also showing a rainbow effect.

Hey everyone,

I recently got a Viofo A229 Pro dash cam and I’m considering wiring it to the 10-pin connector for my auto-dimming rearview mirror. When I opened the black plastic housing, I found three wires, which I labeled as 1, 2, and 3.

I THINK wire 2 the pink one with the white connector is the 10 pin I need, but I’m not entirely sure. Wire 3 seems like the big no-go for TSS 3.0. As for wire 1, I’m completely clueless about what it is.

I just wanted to double check before making any changes, as I have a knack for messing things up. Thanks in advance for your help!