Recent content by BigIron

Man, this is an easy choice. And, I finally feel the need to respond to a thread. Real quick, here is my background...I have owned 3 4runners (1996, 1998, and currently a 2002). Also owned a 2007 FJ Cruiser. Most importantly I currently own a 2004 100 series LC (and the 02 4runner). I spend...

Wow, suprised I'm the first to post here. Thanks much for the lessons learned...lots of good info here. I especially like the idea of welding on a protective shield as cheap insurance.

PM sent. Anyone heard from OP?

well gents, I'm elbows deep in sand paper, grit, filth, and sweat. Started by pulling the front pieces and mudflaps off (they are easy) and wet-sanding those, then moved on to sanding the cladding still remaining on the car. I'm planning to paint them a silverish/grey, followed by clear using...

I'm assuming the belt is a little loose. I'm gonna loosen up the bolt that will allow the unit to rotate, then rotate to add tension, then retighten bolt. Is that about right?

Good to hear the belt-squeal is easy to fix. My a/c belt squeals whenever the truck hits about 3k RPMs, something I'm gonna fix this weekend. I have a Haynes/Chiltons somewhere, just gotta find it, but after hearing how easy it is, I'm gonna assume the compressor rotates about a fixed bolt and...

Got a 3rd gen 4runner Limited with the plastic cladding. The truck itself is in pretty good shape bodywise, but the plastic cladding has seen better days. Has anyone repainted it? I'm thinking wet sand with 200 grit, followed by maybe 400 grit to take off all scratches and smooth it out. Then...

Couple of options... 1. take the money and buy a hammer. Hammer it back into shape and deal with it not being perfect. 2. Go non-oem, would probably look just fine and be a few hundred cheaper. 3. Go aftermarket, check out ARB, Shrockworks, etc. It'll pay for itself next time you get...

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pics as promised

So heres a long story: Back in 2003 I entered into a relationship with a beautiful 1998 4Runner Limited 4wd (white/tan leather) and we were happy for many years. We used to go through flower strewn meadows together, long drives in the snow, enjoy sunsets on the beach, and go camping in the...

I'm gonna be the devil on the other shoulder and tell you that it can be done just fine as I have done it repeatedly. I have towed the max tow weight with a 4runner. It was one of the 6x12 utility trailers from U-haul, dual axle from Raleigh, NC to Pensacola, FL...that is ~800 miles. I...