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    WTB - 2010 to 2013 SR5 front and rear bumper cover - Alberta

    Hi, looking for a pair of front and rear bumper covers, preferably dark grey for my 2013 sr5. Located in Edmonton. Let me know if you have a set. Txt 780-993-2367. Edit...CDN SR5 bumper is the same as a US trail rear. Let me know if you have one. Tks.
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    FS 2013 5th Gen 4Runner For Sale - Edmonton Alberta Canada

    Asking $33,000 Canadian Picked up a new QX80 for my daily driver so the 4Runner needs to go. Here are the details. More pics are in the kijiji ad linked at the bottom. I am the original owner of this 4Runner and bought it in December 2012. It is the SR5 trim with cloth interior. It has been...
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    Steering Rack Replacement

    ended up getting an new rack from the dealer as well as rebuilding the power steering pump. finally started working on the rack this weekend and it is a major pain. taking everything apart was pretty easy and used the sawzall to cut the rack bolts off. I also have new bolts and will install...
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    Alexander Mackenzie Heritage Trail

    looks great!
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    Steering Rack Replacement

    Thanks. Will take a read through.
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    Steering Rack Replacement

    I am wondering if it can be lifted enough by loosening the engine mount bolts and jacking under the oil pan with a piece of wood to spread out the load. Maybe loosen the tranny cross brace a bit too so it can sag slightly at the back.
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    Steering Rack Replacement

    I did. Thank you for the link. The rack is leaking badly where the inner tie rod attaches on the passenger side. Pump is also dripping. I had the wife turn full lock to lock while I watched from underneath. Over a few full turns the reservoir drops and there is substantial fluid pooling...
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    Steering Rack Replacement

    Warranty is 3 year and 60,000 km bumper to bumper + 100,000 km power train. I do not believe power steering is power train. I am just going to bite the bullet and order a new rack and pump rebuild kit. Wish there were some documented diy replacements of this. FSM calls for the engine to be...
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    Steering Rack Replacement

    Pics of the carnage.
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    Steering Rack Replacement

    Hi guys, I believe my steering rack has bit the dust on my 13 SR5. 3/4 way through my road trip it started spewing fluid out the passenger side inner tie rod. The pump is also dripping some but I have not confirmed if it is just a loose hose or a seal has blown. Based on my quick research it...
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    I want to run 34s

    just get one of these and it will be easy.... :bigok: The 4Runner has the 3 inch Metal Tech long travel it with Icon 2.5's 285/70/17 Duratracs and the 80 has 4 inch kit with 37" MTR's.
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    How to break in a new 4Runner?

    get some scratches on it to get it over with!
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    2 quick Questions for 285/70/R17 for TEP

    with spacers you will prob need to chop the body mount some. Easy to do with an angle grinder.
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    New TRD Pro

    Get a full set of skid plates while you are at it. Bud Built is top notch.

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