Recent content by AndyFromWI

I wanted to do a quick post about a problem that had plagued me for the past year. For the last year I had an issue where my 1997 Toyota 4runner limited would intermittently have a hard time starting. Solution: Problem was a faulty Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor. History, for the...

I agree OEM is always the best choice, unfortunately I was in a time crunch (or thought I was). The gasket I put on probably would have been OK if: 1: I had double checked it for flaws. 2: Double checked the mating surfaces to make sure they were clean. I still don't know if it was the...

I'm still shocked what how that little air leak going directly into the combustion chamber made such a huge difference at idle. When I started the 4runner for the first time after the fix, it was idling well, but I heard a whistling sound. I had forgotten to hook in the large PVC hose that...

Greetings, I thought I would relate my experience after doing what I thought would be a not too difficult valve cover replacement. Spoiler: The problem was that I had a air leak in the lower intake gasket. Now for the Tale and the Troubleshooting: Vehicle: 1997 4Runner Limited, Automatic...

Rotated tires, still have light thumping Thanks for the suggestion. Yesterday I rotated the tires (front to rear). The front now has the tires with the better tread... I did another test, but I'm still hearing the noise, I think it is not as bad... Test 1: (better tires on the rear)...

Just changed out my Lower Ball Joints Great write-up, it was extremely helpful as a reference when changing mine Lower Ball Joints. I used the Raygestos 505-1299, 505-1299. My only complaint was that they did not have zerk fittings, so I had to go to my local Carquest and pick up two for a...

Two months ago I purchased a 1997 4runner limited with 197K. I know have 198K on it, and am happy with the 4runner but I'm wondering if I might have an issue with the wheel bearings. I hear a thumping noise when driving. I can also feel it through the steering wheel. It starts around 50mph...