Recent content by MarieDJ

Good evening! I'm consulting with you in the hope that I get a better understanding of a couple of issues. I have 2006 4wd v6. Over the last year, I have had occasional "slippage" of traction. It seems random. I'm stopped at a light, when I start, I hear this loud scraping type noise and I...

Have a newb question regarding the differential fluid...I took it to a local mechanic and found he had used 80w90 on both differentials and in the transfer case. The weather here never hits 0F, so I'm wondering if this needs to be changed to the 75w90 or does it matter?

I recently purchased 4 Of these tires in 265/65/17 size and have noticed that every bump in the road is felt compared to the coopers that I had before. I had them rebalanced twice where I bought them, but now will be going to the dealer who has the gsp7000. However, I wanted to know if anyone...

I posted some of this story on the recent differential thread - I should of posted it separately as I am doing now, so I do apologize for that. I had the Differentials and TCase fluids changed on 1/24 along with the Brakes flushed. I provided the 75W90 oil from Schaeffer Oil for this. I was...

Honestly, I'm thinking they kept some of it. This walkthrough is great and I look to do it myself next time. I just happen to live in an apartment and not allowed.

I have a 2006 4Runner SR5 4WD - I went to have the front,rear, and transfer case fluids changed at a local auto shop - I had brought in my own Schaeffer Oil 75W90. I had gotten a case but only expected 7qts to be used. When the job was done, they had used 9! I was confused. I was told 3qts...

Thank you for the input! In reading the walkthroughs, I am feeling more and more confident that I can do some of the maintenance myself. Or at least try! I will try to avoid the oil chain stores. I am looking to find a local repair shop that does oil changes as well. Finding a good...

Okay, will do that at the 85k oil change. Is there a recommendation for any particular Differential fluid? I have been reading good things about Schaeffer and AMSoil. I want to keep this 4R for as long as it can last!

Hi all! I have a 2006 SR5 V6 4WD I purchased used at about 68k miles from a dealership in August 2012. Before I had a chance to truly research and find this awesome forum, I went to a friend's mechanic to look it over that same week I purchased it and he did the following: 1. Changed...

I am here to ask based on every one's experience what kind of alarm has been effective for car theft deterrence? I have a stock 2006 4Runner in which I installed the Ravelco kill switch - no alarm (other than what comes standard in the toyota). So far, no attempts have been made on it and I am...

Willing to spend about $800 I would try and do it myself if I knew how...and I honestly don't. Rather than messing up, I would rather have someone that knows do this.

Have you tried plexus?

Well, how about LA county? Here is the thing, finding someone that can do the job properly and is trustworthy is paramount. Thus far, no one has made a recommendation inspite of the wide area that is SoCal. What I want/need is a decent upgrade to stock radio that has bluetooth (voice dialing...

I have an 06 SR5. I am looking to replace the HU for another with bluetooth and USB port. I am also looking for recommendations on an installation place in the SoCal area. Any help is appreciated. Thank you in advance.

Oh what a change it is! It's just so much more than what I expected. I think it's perfect for going out to Mono Lake and Mammoth. Gotta love that summer weather up there!