Recent content by cruzmissile

I had the same issue and code with mine. It would stumble pretty bad then go away. I'd clear the check engine by removing the battery lead or clearing on the reader. Turns out I narrowed down to a solenoid that advances the cam (looks like a solenoid with a plunger. I replaced (part was $90)...

Same code and symptoms My 2005 has had trouble at idle after she warms up. The code that comes up is P0011 for Bank 1 cylinders over advanced and misfiring. I had the same thing happen a few months ago, I simply removed the battery to clear the code and it ran for 1000 miles with no issues. Now...

Resolution? What fixed it? I'm having the same issue with my 2005 V8. The truck was at 88k miles so I immediately replaced the timing belt only to find that it was still in great condition and there was no slippage (both cams were dead nuts on).

Part # I'll check the p/n tonight but the unit in the picture is exactly what I bought from Toyota (plus every nut, bolt and gasket in getting to it). In addition, I had to purchase the air tube that is connected to the top left of the manifold (not sure what purpose it serves yet). I wound up...

Some tips and tools needed.... I'd like to say that I started this job thinking i had all the tools i would need.....WRONG! The wound up investing in pneumatic tools (3/8" socket and 1/2" impact), neither of which really helpled me with the removal of the old manifold which had 70,000 miles...

Done!! Well it took me quite some time to finish this little project with vacations, work and shear laziness standing in my way but it's finally all back together. I was really hoping for the "leaky" gasket but in the end it actually was cracked right where I expected based on pics posted by...

The "hook up" I just confirmed with my dealership that the TSB for sulfur smell only replaces the 2 lower cats downstream of the manifolds (which have their own cats). So....no dice on getting my ticking noise taken care of for free though it would have been awesome!!! I have some busted...

a good fight CRAZY how much those 8 bolts are kicking my butt!! I got 3 of the upper nuts off with the 4th so stripped that I'll have to cut it off and am dreading getting under the truck to TRY to get to the other 4......I'm not not quitting just yet. i did invest in a set of sockets from...

Anyone know the torque value for the 8 manifold nuts? I need a device manual, but am still looking for a cheap download.

In the middle of it. I have the right side wheel off, the truck on stands and penetrating oil already working.... I started hearing the ticking last year and it progressively got worse. Finally failed inspection and that is why I now have to do it. The dealer wanted 2k just for the right side...

Don't even think about it.... I've towed a 5k# for years with both the Tundra and now my 4runner v8 and I found the 4runner to do a better job (after the air bags were installed). In either case, I couldn't imagine that going up to the 7k# limit advertised would feel stable nor would the...

You can find out for yourself, but I tow ~6000# and MUST turn off o/d. It drives me nuts to hear the tranny try to go into 5th just to realize it's 4th where it needs to be. It does this over and over and over and........you get the idea.

XM Radio That door hides all the wiring for my Skyfi2 XM rcvr (power and antenna). With a small hole, I was able to mount the radio onto the door for a VERY clean look. The only down side is I limited use of the left cup holder. Just in case, I bought a spare door if I ever wanted to get rid of...

I found out the hard way..... Waiting for visual signs and pushing it to the last mile just aint worth it. Go by the service manual and just do it.

I've never heard of an outside tint over here in the east, but, I suppose it really does not matter other than protection. In other words, it's much less likely to get scratched or cut by road debris when installed on the inside.