FJ Cruiser Accessories and Tuning Reviews

A winch is the one recovery tool that can genuinely save your trip and your FJ Cruiser. Whether you're stuck in deep mud on a forest trail or hung up on a rocky ledge, a good winch gets you out without waiting for a tow truck that may never come....

Fender flares on the FJ Cruiser serve two purposes: keeping mud and rocks off the body when running larger tires, and giving the truck a more aggressive stance. If you are running 285s or larger on a lifted FJ, they are pretty much necessary rather than...

The FJ Cruiser roof is one of the more practical platforms for a rack — the vehicle is tall enough to load gear without a ladder and the roof area is relatively flat and wide compared to most SUVs in its class. That said, adding a rack does come w...

Rock sliders are one of the more practical upgrades for an FJ Cruiser that actually sees trail use. The stock running boards that come on many FJ builds are decorative more than functional they are attached to the body rather than the frame and will...

Water crossings are one of the situations where the FJ Cruiser's off-road capability can work against you if the engine is not protected. The stock air intake on the FJ sits low enough that a serious water crossing puts it at risk. A hydrolocked...

The factory front bumper on the FJ Cruiser is functional for street use but not built for serious trail work. It is made from plastic and thin steel, which means rocks, trees and brush cause real damage quickly. On tight trails where you are pushing...

If you own an FJ Cruiser and are thinking about a lift, the first question worth asking is what you actually need it for. A proper off-road build has different requirements than just wanting a more aggressive stance on the street. That answer determines...

The FJ Cruiser was built for serious off-road use from the factory, but the right exterior upgrades take it further and protect the truck from the kind of damage that trail use causes over time. Exterior upgrades for the FJ fall into two practical...

The FJ Cruiser interior is functional from the factory but pretty spartan. Toyota built it as a trail truck first, which means the cabin prioritizes durability over comfort. That is fine for weekend wheeling but owners who use their FJ as a daily...

The FJ Cruiser interior has one feature that owners either love or do not think about enough — the factory rubber floor that can be hosed out. For a truck that sees trail use, mud, sand and wet gear, this is genuinely useful. Good floor mats work w...

The Toyota FJ Cruiser is a stylish and rugged SUV featuring vintage-inspired design elements. With impressive off-road capabilities, including water crossings, mud handling, and rock crawling, it's no surprise that FJ Cruiser owners are eager to...

A steel rear bumper is one of those upgrades that makes more sense the more seriously you use the FJ off-road. The factory rear bumper is plastic and offers minimal protection against rocks and trail debris. It also has no provisions for mounting...

Headlights are one of those upgrades FJ Cruiser owners put off longer than they should. The factory headlights on the FJ are adequate for normal driving but fall short for owners who do night trails or drive in low visibility conditions regularly....

Installing window deflectors is an easy way to improve your driving experience. They allow you to enjoy a cool breeze without the outside noise disturbing you. Window deflectors are especially useful during rainy seasons, as they allow you to...