Recent content by emyhre

Got it figured out Turns out removing the bumper was way easier than I thought-- once I found the 'hidden' screw clip. I wrote up my findings about how to remove the bumper cover on the 4Runner at the link.

Thanks for the link Actually I had come across that same link. The diagram is (somewhat) helpful, however he kind of glosses over the first part except to say that you need to remove the mudflap part first. That's fine, but in looking at the mudflaps it wasn't clear to me which bolts from...

Hi all, I have a 2005 V6 SR5, with 5k factory towing package installed to the rear crossbar. I want to use a weight-distributing hitch, so I've purchased the Curt 13445 hitch and intend to install it myself. So now I need to get the factory hitch receiver off. I am able to torque the bolts...

I was one: 9/5/04.

Also note that the 2005's invoices have gone up by about $300.

No you are absolutely right. The grey paint has flecks of blue, I think it may actually have flecks of both the Pacific Blue and the Stratosphere Mica as some blue flecks look lighter than others. But you're right on, you can really tell when looking at the paint close up. However, it's not...

Not much-- you might notice the spoiler is different too. Most of the other differences are under the hood (VVT-i and 5 speed tranny). Incidentally, I'm thinking I probably have the highest-milage '05 out there right now: 1700 miles already! It's only 3 weeks old.

Just thought I'd point out that I went to Home Depot, and while they didn't have the exact part described in the first post, they had something similar. It was in the plumbing isle, near the o-rings and other rubber parts that one would use to repair their faucets. It was a different brand...

And the one you've been waiting for, the spoiler. Unfortunately it's dirty already from some light rain this week, and that really shows up in this photo.

center console

It had 1 mile on it when we picked it up. We had to drive it home before we could get to the camera though!

dash

another shot

engine

stock aluminum wheels