Recent content by Flashcrunch

I can't reply from experience, becuase I don't actually have the unit, but I've heard wonderful things about it. I was planning on buying this for my 4Runner which I finally picked up 2 weeks ago, but I am going to hold off. Eclipse just showed off the improved model (AVN5495) at the 2005 CES...

It would be pretty sweet if they gave us the 282 HP instead of 270. The truck is quick enough off the line with the current V8. Looking forward to see the possible mpg increase as well. More bang for the buck.

I suppose I could be considered a newbie here as well. There have been rumors for months on new equipment, HP boosts, etc, but I wouldn't intentioanlly post anything I thought to be untrue. As Edge said, this info is from a dealer, and I know as well as most of you that everything is typically...

Re: Re: Color FYI... Not sure...the 2003's also had a green color which was discontinued as well, right? I thought I saw one on the road the other day, but my eyes could have been deceiving me. I know that the Salsa Red is currently offered on Tundra's and other Toyotas models. -Clay

Color FYI... Colors remain same other than salsa red pearl being added.

Does anyone know if with the VVTI, the V8 might get better mileage as well? I would assume just with the higher HP number that it would be similar if not worse than the current #, but since I don't know much about VVTI or how it works, I wasn't sure if it would make much of a difference. Plus...

I am actually a member of the Tundrasolutions board, which the info came from. I would bet it's 100% credible, it came from the Fleet manager at Carson Toyota in California. She actually sold me my current Tundra and I have no reason to doubt her. She's always been upfront and accurate with...

I found these specs on another board I belong to which had details of information for the new 2005 4Runners... Hopefully I'm not breaking any rules for copying and pasting, but here it is. -Clay Changes for the 2005 4Runner include the new V8 VVTI with 270 HP, beginning with November...

All I have is the TSB #. I don't actually have a copy which shows what the potential fix is. Maybe those who have the problem could take the TSB # to the dealer and have them do a search? Hopefully this is good news...

I don't know if this is news or not, it could be old information, but it looks as if Toyota has released a TSB for the sulfur smell on the V8 engines for both model years. I do not have an actual copy of the TSB, but I figured I'd pass on the info. EG020-04, EXCESSIVE SULFUR DIOXIDE ODOR...

Re: Re: Local Dealer? Ut-oh! That's not good. Well I tried to streer you in the right direction at least... When I called, I got a live person which discussed the model with me and then she listed about 10 phone numbers off with dealers and installers around my area. I was never referred...

Local Dealer? If you are looking for a local dealer just call Eclipse direct at 800-233-2216 and speak to someone in sales for the particular item you are looking for and they can direct you to shops that sell them in your area. Hope this helps. -Clay

Engine... I would take an educated guess that the 05 4-Runners will receive a little bump in horsepower considering the new Tundra will receive the new I-Force with VVT-i next year with a 5-speed tranny. Since it is the same engine it should carry over to the 4-Runner, but who knows? Does...

Nice! Very nice Partsrep! That Scion unit is perfect in there. It's looks sweet, and I like the silver jog / shuttle piece at the bottom. Fancy stuff. Those are high powered units, right?

Thanks for all the replies everyone, I appreciate the help. I am actually getting an SR5, so it sounds like the installation should be possible. I've checked a few reputable local shops which distribute and install the Eclipse units, and they said they have already done a 2004 4 Runner, which...