camp-n-family wrote:
The 4Runner is a great vehicle, I've had two. The 4.0l is a bulletproof engine and will tow that weight well. The short wheelbase is a downside, as with most SUVs, but a quality hitch with built in sway should help.
The stock hitch on the T4R is only bolted to the crossmember and is not rated for use with a WD hitch. It can be done but you risk damage. You'll want to consider upgrading to a frame mounted one. Not sure what's out there for the newer generation T4Rs.
With a 500 lb hitch weight I expect it would be frame mounted. But one other thing to check.
