Recent content by Coyotegray

So, I tapped into the harness after it passed from the door into the body, above the door. It uses 4 wires. I was able to trace the wires used by color and pick them out of all the others. Finally, cutting them was a bit nerve racking... I then ran the extension down inside the interior Pannels...

Stock Size... 2" lift.

San Juan National Forest

When I replaced the original battery in my 2017, I found that I was killing AGM batteries. Went through several all under warranty. They would last less than two years. Turns out that over time charging an AGM battery at the standard voltage for a led acid will kill it. They require a slightly...

I have a 2017 4Runner. I installed a rear bumper with tire and fuel can carrier and it's blocking the backup camera. I didn't want to tear out the existing camera, etc. so I ordered a camera and the short cable that plugs into it. The camera was easy to find the part number, but the cable was...

I did the ARB kit years ago and I'm about to inspect it. I also have a bellows I came across after. I think I'll install the bellows and see how that works out.

Last week I replaced the Bilstein shocks with Eibach. The Bilstein's were shot... I removed the sway bar mounts to make it easier. One of the nuts inside the frame rail broke loose from its welds. I had to cut the bolt. I used a rivet nut in its place. Worked great.

For my next brake service Im considering a kit that includes Drilled/Slotted Brake Rotors. Has anyone seen any problems with this driving offroad in mud, etc..?

Someone will need to explain to me what the difference between a 5th gen and that is..

One advantage of a steel wheel is that if its damaged it can more easily, likely be repaired than an aluminum wheel. I have seen people beat one back into shape on the trail after a hard hit.

Its also where I mount my HAM antennas, weBoost antenna, shovel/axe, awning, tool box's, Solar panel....... I have carried box's, lumber, firewood, chain saw, luggage, lawn tools like trimmers, etc, fuel cans, just about anything light enough to lift up there...

My solution...

So, I cleaned the MAF sensor, cleaned the throttle body, and while I was there replaced the PCV valve and used some Seafoam injector cleaner. So along with new plugs this seems to have cleared up the problem... Thanks, Andy..

No, not in the recall..

My 2017 has started taking noticeably longer to start. Outside temp doesn't make a difference. About 85k on it. I changed the spark plugs since it was cheap and easy. No change. Air filter is new. Cranks fast. not a battery issue. Any ideas...?