Recent content by bohemian

For drill, if not to correct this condition, I'm going to change the thermostat Thanks for the replies.

Another observation 25 years in the car biz... Dealership Tech, Parts mgr. Service manager , Factory field rep for 12 years both Japanaese and the best engineered car in the world. Nat'l training mgr for highline euro car makers driiving and coasting since 1964 Never had ,and never heard of...

The service was done about 1500 miles ago. The price indicated flush.. but who knows For a thermostat to be at fault it would be failing in a closed position.. I'll pull it and see what's up I have driven it today in "normal" conditions in 90 degree temps with no repeat of yesterdays events...

On a recent 1000 mile plus trip through Central Calif I was a bit concerned about the temp gauge reading I am driving a stove stock 2000 4 Runner with 150 K in excellent plus condition with a recent service that included coolant change... 5 speed trans.... Travelling at 75 plus in 5th...

I completed a 1072 mile trip yesterday from So. Oregon to Central Coastal Calif and back. 2000 5 speed Stove Stock New 265/75/16 tires... A/T's Load Warrior roof rack ,not loaded Recently had complete service at Toyota Dealership ($600) I travelled at 75 MPH most of the time with the air...