Recent content by LostinDartmouth

update on 4 runner Hey Team: She sold quickly to a good friend in Nova Scotia... Paul

follow up Thanks folks. I've put her up for sale (breaks my heart) on the Halifax Kijiji. Asking $4500 which seems quite reasonable in terms of the amount I've invested in the past few years and what others are selling for in Central/Eastern Canada. It is a fantastic truck that I'm sure...

Thanks for the quick reply. I'll keep checking locally...hoping there might be a few Eastern Canadians or New England folks on the forum...

Hello Forum: Seeking your advice on a reasonable price range. I'm reluctantly considering selling my 1989 4 runner. See pictures attached. I'm the second owner and planned on driving her forever. I'd say it is in far above-average condition with 304,000 kilometers. Spent a lot of time and...

Follow up on alternator Hi...a quick followup...had to replace the voltage regulator. Was over charging for awhile and then burned out completely. Brushes were also worn down with only a year or so left in them, so I bought a Champion new alterntor for $180 dollars (brushes and a regulator...

1989 volt and brake light on....burnt smell under the hood. Hello from Dartmouth: once again I must thank this forum for finding solutions. Two nights ago, I left my key in the "on" or ACC position and drained the battery. Jumped it and drove for a half an hour to charge it. Didn't work and...

Hey: There are plenty of replacement 4 runner carpet suppliers in the USA but I've looked for months for suppliers north of the 49th. Thought I'd let you know I've found one in Ontario. Oddly enough a company out of Alabama put me on to NOSreproductions. 1 800 667-6200. Very professional and...

Thanks for the quick response...I thought his prices were a bit high (around $250 plus taxes plus shipping if I recall)...was checking to see if there are other options around that are still decent quality...

Hello runners: Just picked up a beautiful 1987 4runner, pretty much rust free that originated in Texas. Paint has suffered from the Texas sun and I plan on professionally repainting it plus full undercoat, etc... Would you know where I can purchase the hood and side decals?

Hey T4rs: Anyone have a crack-free tan dashboard for a first gen? yes.... that cherished :) Tan in color... Also looking for the carpet in the bed back... Thanks P

Solution Found Hey Team: Finally found the problem: The wires to the oxygen sensor. Two of the 4 wires were cracked allowing moisture to short the signals to the ECU which makes the truck behave like it is on mexican beans. I'm surprised that such small wires (18 gauge?) underneath the body...

Thanks turbo..I'm assuming the airflow meter is the same as the mass flow sensor...ok? Your assumption of an electrical issue could be right. I filled in a rust hole in the driver's side wheel well that was directing tire water to the fuse box and wiring harnesses. I also did a spray bottle...

Hey turbo....Air flow meter? I've replaced the mass-flow sensor with a spare that I know works, but the problem still persists when raining...very strange. Options could include: 1) there could be a grounding/electicial short issue in the engine compartment when the water sprays up from the...

That was the first place I checked...found it to be 'bone-dry'...

Hi there 4rnrs. I have a 1988 4runner sr5 EFI with a strange issue...About 4 to 5 minutes after the rain starts the engine starts to hesitate in the mid range. Idles fine, excellerates fine when you stomp on the pedal, but when trying to hold a steady speed or put a medium load on the engine it...