If your hearing noises out of a starter that isn't normal. Something is wrong. If the plunger is sticking it will destroy the flex plate. Then that will replaced as well.
I agree with Badluck that it's critical to find out exactly what's going on and fix the issue.
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7 3rd gens listed in the build thread (2 are parts mobiles)
Build Thread:
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Brillo's Bucket Fluid Ex changer:
https://www.toyota-4runner.org/3rd-g...ml#post3358086
Sparks Plugs Wire and Coil Information:
https://www.toyota-4runner.org/3rd-g...on-5vz-fe.html