Buyer Beware: KTJO 4X4 Driver's Side Grab Handles w/ A Pillars, HUD, and Bowl Lights

I did buy the OEM version because of this thread. If there was another option for a HUD I would be looking there too. However I put in my pre-order for the grab handle and HUD together so here I am.

 

I bought a PopnLock instead. Painless install and it's working beautifully. My understanding is it's identical to the OEM? I never attempted a real life comparison.

 

That seals the title change idea.

I think the OEM and KTJO 4x4 come with the special plastic grommets for the harness passthroughs? I know that @Bertw192 said that the OEM one has some exhaust shielding. Likely other build features as well.

 

The KTJO4x4 didn't originally come with a tailgate grommet. That was later added, when enough people expressed concern about drilling holes to make room in the factory grommet.

Here's a quick comparison:

• OEM has grommet
  • KTJO4x4 later added one
• OEM has heat wrap for section near exhaust
• OEM has metal zip ties for section near the exhaust
• OEM has full corrugated plastic conduit
  • KTJO4x4 has thin nylon conduit (I actually prefer this version of protection)
• OEM has a connector at tailgate, like the camera, to allow tailgate removal
• OEM has a pre-installed grommet where the cable passes through the truck floor into the cab
  • KTJO4x4 requires stuffing wires through occupied grommet
• OEM has an inline fuse near the connection to the truck's electrical system
• OEM has clear plug n' play instructions that details the install down to the very specific zip tie placement
• KTJO4x4 has a better solenoid mounting bracket (although I've not hear of any failures of the OEM kit)
• KTJO4x4 has had numerous solenoid failures

More discussion about all of this in my sale thread...

https://www.tacomaworld.com/threads/sold-plug-n-play-tailgate-lock-actuator-kit.644673/

 

Good stuff!

Thanks.

 

I can’t believe this thread is still going. I’m even more surprised people still support KTJO4x4.

Although I still use the grab handle every time I get in the truck with zero issues.

 

Who makes this? I have one from , but don't know if it's safe to install.

 

Oops... I just noticed the link

 

That's exactly what I want....so badly!

But I have to go full Ulysses to prevent future pain and agony

 

I think the new kits might. My pop and lock kit from her required me to punch a hole through the grommet, which I then gooed back to relative integrity using black RTV sealant.

 

We’re enthusiasts.

 

. . . in the demise of KTJO 4x4 .

 

I have ordered a few things from KTJO and have not had any real problems. I have the tailgate lock...no problems. I have the door cup lights...no problems. I have the driver's side grab handle...only is is the bottom bold cover is not flush (manufacturing issue, yeah China). HUD awaiting delivery...fingers crossed. I will say her communication is HORRIBLE. She really needs someone to "manage" her business so she can separate herself from the customer side.

 

Oh, the irony. The KTJO4x4 grab handle still supports you...

 

another forum i was on had certain banned individuals names set to change automatically when they were posted. we should have a mod do that if possible, lol. When "KTJO" or "KTJO 4x4" is typed, it will change the post to "KTJO 4x4 "

 

You guys are all doing this backwards.... it should be

KTJO 4x4

 

Or:


KTJO4x4

 

Or


KTJO 4x4

 

you're on to something