Recent content by bgitler

Thank you. It seems like there is a wide range of opinions concerning how well the 4Runner can tow. I'm not sure if this makes a difference, but just to provide some more detail, the GVWR of the trailer is 3,500 lbs the unloaded weight is 2,600 lbs. Thanks again!

Hello, I'm considering purchasing a 05' 4Runner v6 to pull a 3,500 lb Travel Trailer, which weighs 2,600 lbs unloaded (if that matters). Most of the towing will be in the Midwest (flat) but we could take some trips through the west from time to time driving through the mountains. Could the...

If it matters, the unloaded weight of the travel trailer is 2,600 lbs the GVWR is 3,500 lbs. I guess I'm stuck on this vehicle seeming to be a good deal and if going up in engine size would be more than I need. On the other hand, although 99% of our camping is in the Midwest (very flat) we...

Also, would it make a difference if I placed an aftermarket Transmission Cooler on it?

It's a v6. The max towing capacity is listed at 5,000 lbs but is it pretty agreed upon that pulling 3,700 would be too much.

I am new to this forum, but I have been looking for a used 4 Runner for the past month. I'll mostly be using it to drive around town, however, I will occasionally pull a 3700 lb camping trailer with it. I recently found a used 2005 4 Runner SR5 for $13,500 with 44,500 miles. I'm wondering if...