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Thanks. The uncertainty in aftermarket shoes is really frustrating, since the 4 OEM parts needed cost ~$125 shipped and delivered (although will take ~2 weeks), and same parts from Centric (which I believe is considered to generally be an above average manufacturer of brake stuff) is ~$35 and...

4R005: Curious to know...did you use after market, or OEM shoes, i.e. if Toyota/OEM, you are saying you still had issue with fitment?

Yes, will do for the shoes. And would be strong preference for hardware, but the hardware as a kit is not available from Toyota dealership or OEM parts websites. And assembling the order by hand is very confusing and challenging to make sure it is complete and correct despite Tim's list in his...

Thanks very much for your thoughts and responses. Honestly, it's not clear to me that the pads/shoes do need to be replaced, but some of the hardware on one side gave up the ghost recently. My nature is just to take care of whatever I can on a preventative measure for things like this. I'd...

Just to make sure we are on same page, I am not replacing rotors, just the drum/parking brake shoes. I gather you recommend sticking with Toyota/OEM for these? Thanks for the pointers...I don't use eBay hardly at all anymore, so I can get a little nervous with it.

I am having issues with my parking (drum) brakes on my 2007 Limited 6-Cyl 2WD 4Runner and need to replace at least the hardware involved on one side; I'll do both, of course. I have not measured what’s left of brake pads but I don’t see a reason, at least not a cost reason, not to go ahead and...

Yes. Of course. I think the "other filter mentioned" you are referring to is the one in pic in OP. It is apparently a secondary -- I guess back-up? -- engine air filter that I guess is not typically removed or replaced. I wouldn't consider it part of the emissions system, though, any more...

It was more of a question or seeking input rather than an actual problem or issue.

I change my engine air filter about once a year (no longer than every two years) with quality filter. When I replaced this week (it's been about 18 months) it looked pretty dusty/dirty, and the cloth-filter attached to the actual engine housing (pictured) seemed very dirty/dust as well...more...

I did mange to finally hunt this doen (I think)...flanged bolt head with captive washer. I am now pretty sure the part number (for my vehicle) is 91674-E1028: 91674-E1028 Genuine Toyota Bolt, FLANGE W/WASHE I wish I could get official specs on this thing (diameter, length, thread pitch...

Old thread, I realize, but I am undertaking this replacement in near future. Question: I see on the list of parts needed the sway bar bushing bracket bolts. Any specific reason why? I wouldn't have thought they would be non-reusable, e.g. like a crush washer or nylon locking nut. Also, what...

re: my 2007 Limited 6-Cyl 4Runner. I want to replace my front struts with KYB strut+coil/spring units, but for some inexplicable reason, RockAuto does not have the right side item I'd really prefer to use (KYB Strut-Plus, SR4119) that are suggested for RWD drive trains in stock, just the left...

I was replacing my condenser this weekend and the "stay" (is there another word for this thing?) for the refrigerant line that holds it near one of the brackets gave up the ghost. I'd like to search on Amazon for a quick/cheap replacement, but am not sure what to call it? Help, please...

Wow...that was really helpful and makes complete sense. Thanks!

Yes, that's what I understood as well...1 oz fr the condenser. Sorry for being dense...what I don't understand is if the oil is injected into one of the refrigerant port (high side, I think), as in directly into circulating refrigerant, and all the refrigerant has leaked out of my system such...