Toyota 4Runner 1984-1995: Aftermarket Lug Nut Reviews
Shopping for new lug nuts can be a bit of a headache—there are different brands to choose from, and several sizes to choose between. If your first or second generation 4Runner is in need of a new set of lug nuts, then check out these three popular brands.
This article applies to the Toyota 4Runner (1984-1995).
Despite the fact that they’re crucial to holding a 4Runner’s wheels in place, lug nuts are often a neglected component that only get replaced when one goes missing, or the wheel begins to look a bit askew. If you find yourself in this situation, then you’d be best served to begin shopping for new lug nuts by checking out these three brands first. They’re the most oft-cited names that 4Runner owners reference when shopping, and despite their popularity, there’s some pretty major differences between them.
Aftermarket Lug Nuts
Gorilla |
McGard |
Dorman | |
|---|---|---|---|
Price |
$35 | $45 | $30 |
Size |
1.36" length | 1.45" length | 1.4" length |
Performance |
Good | Excellent | Okay |
Lifespan |
Limited | Long | Limited |
Best Value: Gorilla
Gorilla
Price – $35
Size – 1.36" length
Performance – Good
Lifespan – Limited
By far the "gorilla" in the market when it comes to advertising and brand awareness, Gorilla’s lug nuts are often the first-viewed lug nuts of anyone shopping for this specific component. While the company’s prices are fair, reviewers often cite the nuts' lack of quality, especially 4Runner drivers, who tend to be a bit more aggressive with their driving (off-roading). Specifically, drivers note the nuts tend to strip after a couple of re-applications; a few even noted rusting.
McGard
Price – $45
Size – 1.45" length
Performance – Excellent
Lifespan – Long
Lesser known, but higher priced, are McGard’s lug nuts. If you are looking for a longer-lasting lug nut, that is, one that you can simply apply to your 4Runner’s wheels and forget about for a while, this is the brand to go with. 4Runner drivers who’ve used McGard lug nuts cite the high quality with which these nuts are made, and the long lasting durability that they offer the vehicles. The investment might be a bit more upfront, but you pay for what you get.
Dorman
Price – $30/set
Size – 1.40" length
Performance – Okay
Lifespan – Limited
In need of a quick fix and don’t want to pay an arm and a leg for a bunch of lug nuts? Seek out Dorman lug nuts. They’ll do the job for your 4Runner, but don’t expect them to last a long time. According to reviews, they have a faster wear rate than Gorilla, and are made of a lesser quality than McGard.
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