Recent content by defcon

I was driving my 2000 4runner this morning when i felt cool water dripping on my ankle. :( I pulled over and checked it out and noticed all of my ac equipment (ducting,etc) on the interior was dripping wet. I have owned this car for about a year, but this is the first time i have noticed this...

It was the mother-in-laws car. It's been garage kept for the last 8 years and used to run errands, etc.

I just recently purchased a 2000 SR5 2wd 4runner.. Fun truck to drive! The only problems I have had were the power radio antenna (just replaced with a new mast) and worn rear shocks (replaced this morning - top bolt is a PAIN in the A$$). I'm concerned about the timing belt now. I know its...

Thanks for all the good information! I was talking to a buddy of mine that has a Tacoma and he mentioned that his does the same thing.

I agree that a little play is normal, but i have never seen a shifter move by itself like that... I was wondering about my u-joints. But maybe this movement is normal for a 4runner.

I just picked up a 2000 4runner from a family member. I love this car. Best SUV I have ever driven. Anyways, I noticed right after I drove it at highway speeds this strange pulsing in the gear shifter. It doesn't matter if it's in 'D' or '2', it just kind of pulses forward and backward. You...