That’s a great link and write up. Thanks. Yes those weights are pretty close to what I have.

Lets hope he didn't replace the radiator and flush the transmission from a pink milk shake. Not trying to freak you out but I'd at least read up on it. Don't just trust that he flushed the transmission, check the fluid!

Again, check all fluids and replace or top off as necessary. Coolant, tranny fluid, differential(s), transfer case (assuming your 4wd), power steering and brake fluid. Horn fluid if you want to be anal

Read the 3rd gen buyers guide, it has all of the common problems listed for these rigs.

3rd Gen 4Runner Buyer's Guide

Another thing I would suggest buying is an Ultragauge. You can more accurately monitor things like coolant temp (stock needle is worthless), voltage and so on.

You can even set alarms for coolant temp and so on. They are about 90 bucks and well worth the money. Plus it has a built in OBD2 reader so if you get any codes, it will tell you what they are right away.

I didn't know anyone actually owned a piano anymore.

Why not just rent a Uhaul and save yourself the possibility of grief down the road.

$1.29/mile or whatever it is for the trucks these days or $18/day (no mileage costs) for the trailer. There's no way you can beat the price of renting a Uhaul trailer if your vehicle can handle it.

A double axle Uhaul trailer will tow just fine, and has surge brakes (only needs a 4-pin wiring connector).

-Charlie

I always ask my friends wife if she checks her headlight fluid.