Recent content by kctoyman

I was checking out the cargo liners at Autoanything.com and the husky does look pretty nice. I was interested in a cover that is more flat on the edges rather than cupping to hold spills, etc. Alot of them appear to have the cupped edge to retain moisture. Do you know of any that just lay to...

I'm sorry to hear you are also having problems. I have not had a consistant problem like you describe - mine is more infrequent. I'm hoping someone might have some input as to a "fix". The adapter is really just a stop-gap until I can rewire my ride in the spring. The Michigan snow makes...

I am struggling with the adapter a bit.... I can't seem to get it tuned with the adjustment for the level so that I get a good volume level without distortion, bottoming out the sub, or buzzing interferance. I really need to re-wire this crazy thing. In addition, the level seems to fuctuate...

Well, after letting it sit for a day, I attempted it again - and it WORKED! I'm not sure if it was the sitting for while or if it was a bad connection, but problem solved. I still need to go back in and re-adjust the potentiometer on the interface - I have it set a little low. Plus I have...

ok, thanks! So it sounds like there is no way to "tell" the system not to default to the A/C on when in auto mode - I just have to shut it off. Got it :)

If there is a post about this, I didn't see it so apologies if there is... When I put the climate control in my 4runner limited to auto, even with the heat it turns the A/C on. I've got to belive this impacts MPG. Is this an option to turn off? Is there an advantage to having it on...

Being a newbie as well, I also had a concern with when to use the 4H. I was reading the great post in the off-road section explaining the details of how and when to use the different settings. As a mainly daily driver 4runner, I would be using 4H the most. The instructions on the visor say to...

Ok, I know this sounds crazy! I attempted to install my aftermarket Pioneer head unit and PAC SWI-PS steering wheel control interface last night, replacing my Factory JBL 10 speaker head unit. I installed the Metra TYTO-01 interface between the pioneer and the factory wiring - no problem. I...

Looks good! Thanks for the post - I am looking at adding the same unit. -- KC

Thanks for the confirmation! I'll have to see how much room is under there. I want to limit the wiring - it seemed like my last install was somewhat of a spaghetti factory. Anyone have any PICS of their install with the external "boxes"? -- KC

I am installing a Pioneer HU in my 2003 Limited 4Runner. I have an iPod adapter and XM adapter for the pioneer. Where would you reccomend putting these in the rig? I don't think there is remotely room in the dash. I put it under the passanger seat of my last car. Any thoughts or experience?

When I was looking to buy my 4runner, I asked my dad what he thought of Jeep products - he said his friend had three of them in his driveway. Turns out he needed three cars to make sure he had ONE that ran out of the three. Now I had a 96 Wrangler that never gave me a problem (save for a fuse)...

HAHA - Good one :) I was expecting a thread full of FLAME! -- KC

I am replacing the factory hu in my 03. It has the JBL 10spk with RDS. I read up on the installs here .... and then promptly ignored the good advise. I purchased a wiring harness from my local audio store. From a diffrent store I purchased an aftermarket converter similar to a Metra TYTO-01...

Oh yeah - DD it is. Considering I drive 50 miles to work EACH WAY, I should have considered an alternative, but honestly my last car was a Dodge Stratus R/T and it got about the same gas milage as the 4runner, but less comfortable. Besides, Michigan winters REQUIRE something tougher. I drive...