No reason to avoid either engine. A friend of mine has a V8 and never any issues. When I got my 08 I specifically preferred a v6 because I did not want a timing belt and I also preferred the ability to select 4wd when I want it rather than it being 4wd all the time. Again, its all preference...
I have been thinking about getting new wheels for my 08 4Runner, and I think the gunmetal ones would look great. Would these be a direct replacement for the stock 17" wheel size? I have 265/65/17 tires and would hate to replace them since they are only about 6 months old? Would any suspension...
I found the connection for the light. They look like simple crimp connectors, so I don't think this was factory installed, but it is an oem spoiler and light. Will I be looking for 12 volts at the connection when the brake is pressed? I'm not sure how to check for ground or even where the ground...
Hi all,
I just got my 2008 4 Runner SR5 about 2 months ago - it is stock and I will be posting some photos of it soon. I had a 2002 SR5 prior to this one which I had to sell back in 2012 due to financial issues. Im extremely happy to have a Runner again!
Anyway I am hoping that some of you can...
My antenna no longer moves up or down, I am hearing the motor spin. I know this is common on our 4 Runners/What is the easiest way to change it out?
Tom
Hi, I want to repaint the center caps on my 4 runner, as mine have serious road rash. Has anyone redone these? Does anyone know the right color and type of paint to use?
Tom
Recently I was carrying items in my runner that scuffed up the airbag cover on the right side of the dash. The dash itself didnt get damaged. Can this cover be easily replaced? Where can I find it?
Tom
I actually added the deflector after the brush guard, not for looks though. I was tired of getting stone chips in the hood. Now instead of bugs on the hood I get them on the windshield. :mad:
In many cases of a blown head gasket, the coolant will leak into the engine oil. Check the oil. If it is creamy or foamy you may have a blown head gasket. Many times you can just look under the oil cap. If there is minimal foam it is sometimes just condensation. If there is alot, it could point...