Recent content by calrider

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I'm replacing my alternator for the first time and have all of the bolts removed. Everything is free except for this damn electrical connector. It won't budge...at all. Sprayed some wd40 down in there to try to loosen things but so far no luck. Does anyone have any suggestions?

I've had my '99 SR5 for about a year now and am in love with it. I'm looking to make upgrades to the following areas this winter but am not sure what order to do them in. I don't know all that much about cars/trucks in general, but this is the first highly-modifiable vehicle I've ever owned...

Thanks, guys. Buying it from its 2nd owner. It came from the bay area and spent its entire life in California, most of it down here in Socal, so I know it hasnt been exposed to that much harsh weather, if any at all. The current ownder texted me after saying he was happy I brought a mechanic...

Made the verbal agreement today, picking it up tomorrow morning. Real excited (and nervous) cause its the first car I've purchased entirely on my own. Brought a legit mechanic with me though so I know what's good and what needs to be taken care of. Details (just copied from CL): Silver 1999...

sorry, not sure what the VSC part of this means. Like I said, done a fair bit of reading on here, including ripcord's buyers guide and various other things but I guess I missed this part. Also, the ad says the engine is DOHC 24V. Not sure what that means either. Def want 4wd so I guess this...

I know how to drive manual but I'd prefer to get automatic. I live in LA right now and there's just too much stop and go driving for manual to be practical. Newer doesnt matter that much to me. I just want something that's sound mechanically. I have about 7,500 to spend on this at the moment

I'll definitely be getting 4WD, but I don't feel as though I absolutely need the e-locker. What's your take on the vehicle I linked to? Turns out its listed at $9.5k...

Hello everyone. This is my first post here on these forums. I've been lurking for a few months trying to educate myself, as I am in the market for a 4runner (never owned one before). After a lot of reading and moderate understanding, I've narrowed my decision (I think) down to a '99 or '02...