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    Factory hitch and spring on the bolt

    the 'spring' is used to insert the bolt from the inside of the frame. It is only used t insert the bolt an can/should be discarded Cheers,
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    Driving Lights - Which are Good ?

    Hi all, I want to install a set of driving lights inset in the grill of my 98 Limited. Just wondering who has had good results from their new lights. I want a fairly small rectangular light so they fit in the grill. I will have to cut the grill to install I believe. Any install tips would be...
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    Towing with a 1996??

    I asked these same questions a couple years ago. I ended up buying a 23' trailer and with my gear in it is right at 5000#. I put air bag suspension and trans cooler. After towing it for a few years.....I wouldn't recommend it. The truck will tow it but it works very hard on the hills. Also, if...
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    hood 'flutter' at hiway speeds

    Hello All....I have the problem of the hood on my 4runner flutters(vibrates) at highway speeds. I have heard this is a common problem. Anyone have a fix ? Thanks in advance for the help...love these forums , full of great info. Cheers,
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    Canadian aftermarket parts

    Does anyone know of a good Canadian company for aftermarket parts ? Looking for things like clear tail lights and performance chip ? Thanks alot !! Cheers,
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    towing with 98 4 runner

    picked up my travel trailer on the weekend and it towed nicely. i am going to be running about 4500# loaded. i put rear air bags in to help but didn't really need them. i live in the mountains so up and down hills a lot. it is a good pull up hills but i generally hold about 50mph and 4000rpm on...
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    towing with 98 4 runner

    I will be towing 5000# soon. I met a guy pulling 5200# with his 994R and is having no trouble. Anyone know where to buy slip over mirror extensions ? Wide load coming through !!! Thx.
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    towing with 98 4 runner

    Thanks for the feedback. I will put airbags in it to help with the ride. This is a great site, full of information. Little disappointed that only 2 replies to this question... thanks to you both. Cheers !!!!
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    towing with 98 4 runner

    I am looking at buying a travel trailer and I am concerned about how much weight I can tow. I know the limitations in the manual but does anyone have some experience with actual towing ? I live in the mountains so I will be going up/down some hills. I have the 4x4 V6. Thanks in advace for the...

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