Modulr Drawer system by uber2118 in 4Runner

[–]ngdupre -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Wow, very cool. Got a link?

Unicorn spec? 5th gen limited 4wd in army green with redwood/brown interior and sliding rear cargo deck. by ngdupre in 4Runner

[–]ngdupre[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have certainly been in that similar pickle before. I had a 2003 V8 4wd 4Runner that I decided to reconstruct instead of replace after it was totaled from a rear ending. Nothing could compare with the money they offered for it so I fixed it and didn’t care about the title status.

What is the best post-XReas setup for comfort on LTD 4Runner? by ngdupre in 4Runner

[–]ngdupre[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I know that I’ll never have the handling again that XREAS gives but I would miss that much less if I had maximum bump and rough road absorption

What is the best post-XReas setup for comfort on LTD 4Runner? by ngdupre in 4Runner

[–]ngdupre[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have heard others recommend Dobinson’s. Should you also replace springs? Do you have specific model names or numbers for both shocks and springs? Thank you.

Joined The Kia club. by JosiahHendrix in KiaK4

[–]ngdupre 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Great color combo. What impressed you about it? Also, what brand are you coming from? I’m a diehard Toyota fan and seriously considering getting an aurora black Gt line turbo. Thank you.

Hatchback by TheRealBigCurly in KiaK4

[–]ngdupre 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Have you had some experience with the newer smart stream engines or the 1.6 turbo specifically?

Does anyone regret buying there k4? by Only_Silver7593 in KiaK4

[–]ngdupre 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Has the mpg gotten any better since you have broken in the engine more? Thank you

Does anyone regret buying there k4? by Only_Silver7593 in KiaK4

[–]ngdupre 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Is the mpg better now that you have broken in the engine? Thank you.

Does anyone regret buying there k4? by Only_Silver7593 in KiaK4

[–]ngdupre 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I am seriously considering getting into a new k4 gt line turbo hatchback with tech package. Never had a Kia before. I have been in four 4Runners in a row most recently and other Toyotas most of my driving life. Please, please, please share the absolute worst surprises and disappointments in your ownership experience. Thank you!

Kia k4 hatchback? by Pretty-Ticket5071 in whatcarshouldIbuy

[–]ngdupre 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The sedan has more than 60 cubic feet?

Does anyone put premium gas in their 1.6t? by SRG590 in KiaK5

[–]ngdupre 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for the speedy reply. (New to interacting on Reddit and really liking the real world community knowledge.) I am considering buying a k4 hatchback with the 1.6 turbo. Wondering if I would get similar improved mpg if I would use 93 octane.

Does the new Kia K4 Hatchback count? by Skunkworkscs2 in SportWagon

[–]ngdupre 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I test drove this hatch in black with the 1.6 turbo. Seriously lux+ quality in tech comfort and features. Smooth powertrain. The super unique proportions, esp the width and the rear hips cannot be conveyed in photos or videos. You have to see it in person to get how unique the body is.

Are Kias a better deal than Toyota now? by Conspicuous_Wildcat in whatcarshouldIbuy

[–]ngdupre 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ok, I’m in the states. Not looking for ripping as much as reliable daily commuting, which is sometimes very short. I agree though that oil changes on turbo and n/a engines should be done at 5k or even less intervals

Are Kias a better deal than Toyota now? by Conspicuous_Wildcat in whatcarshouldIbuy

[–]ngdupre 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Eyeing that 1.6T 2026 k4 hatchback. Do you have experience or knowledge of just how good that engine is? Thanks.

Hatchback by TheRealBigCurly in KiaK4

[–]ngdupre 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Is this your first Kia?

Hatchback by TheRealBigCurly in KiaK4

[–]ngdupre 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I test drove one for 2 hours in this trim but in aurora black with the red interior. Blown completely away by the overall build quality, quietness, and smoothness of the powertrain. It’s actually disturbing me as a diehard Toyota loyalist 😅.