Recent content by GypsyRose

Hey guys So here is the scoop. My alternator failed in my 98 4runner on me the other day. I just replaced it with a used but working alternator from my 97 4runner. After I installed the new one I noticed the battery light is still on, is this something that will shut off on its own after driving...

awesome, thanks alot for the info. I really appreciate it:)

Hey guys, So I have a question for yas. I am considering getting a toyota pickup. At the moment I have a 97 sr5 and the frame is getting a little too rough on it. So I was just going to soon use it for parts. So my question is this, is there a certain year that I should look out for in a...

located in NB. Mine is full of rust on the frame and rear axle but the parts one is quite solid.

as far as I know its all the electrical and brake lines that are missing.I think he just bought a working condition engine with about 100k on it, bolted it in but hasnt rigged it up yet. Im going to have a look soon though and see how it is.

Hello guys. So I just bought a 97 sr5 4runner. I am thinking of buying a parts truck for it and came across a 99 sr5 for 800$ with a solid frame, newer motor,and solid axles. Would most parts be interchangeable? My rear axle is super rusted and Im thinking I might have to do a swap soon so I...

Awesome. Thanx so mucch for all the help, i really appreciate it. Looks like im gonna get welding and treating. I think getting this old thing rigged up is going to get addictive

oops new to the forums so i messed up the pic posting..Here are some photos. I have the description of what is going on in my last post. Thanx

so heres a few pics. The closeup is after I grinded the rust down a bit. That is the only spot with a hole, all the rest of the frame seems to be surface rust and is still quite solid under. Im up in NB so they load the roads with salt here. Would I just go to a welder and tack on a strip of...

Hey there, New to the forums. Thought id ask you guys a question about rust.This is my first 4runner so please excuse my lack of knowledge. At what point is a frame a throwaway? If there is a few small holes rusted through and a lot of surface rust would it be ok to just tack some new plate...