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Yes I have the V6. I can't tell you for certain which ones I got - I'm away from home for some time and don't have any documentation with me. I'm pretty certain I got the slightly stiffer ones that are called the Nitro Sport shocks/struts.

They're very quiet.

I engage mine fairly often and most of the time it will go into 4H within 20 seconds. Sometimes, however, the lights keep flashing for some time without it engaging, and occassionally I'll hear the gears crunch for a bit, but it still doesn't engage. If I stop, go from D to R to D, then try...

I've noticed this a few times recently after going up a long uphill road, and after stopping there's a fairly strong burning rubber smell from the rear passenger wheel well. I see nothing wrong with the tire or shock, although I didn't get under the 4Runner to see if there was anything on the...

Chaz - how have you mounted the antenna and have it connected to that CB? Thanks, Ed

Thanks Justin - I wish someone offered some real protection for the radiator without a bumper. Ed

Are you offering the front bumper skid for the 4G too? Ed

I used to have Silent Armors and really liked them on and off road. After I added my lift and needed larger tires I could only get the SA's in E rated, and I didn't want the extra weight like you, so I looked for something else. Ended up with Duratracs in C rating and I really love them - on...

On my V6 I occasionally have trouble with 4Lo engaging. Try going into reverse, then back into neutral to engage 4Lo - this seems to work for me.

I'm not much of a handyman so took the easy way out. I got two 24 gallon Rubbermaid Action Packers from Lowes ($30 each) that fit perfectly side by side, and keep them in place using a ratcheting nylon web tie down strap I hook into the existing tie downs in the cargo area. This seems to work...

jmildoc, Did you check e-bay? That's where I finally found one for my 4Runner, although it took a while to find it. Ed

JeepWinch, I've had mine for over a year, and yes they make a humming noise, but I get no pulsating noise with mine, just a nice steady hum that you eventually tune out to. I'd get them checked to make sure you don't have a problem. And yes, they kick ass on the trail - I'm continually...

It's working right. I'll probably never use it unless I somehow end up going down a steep very slippery slope - just working the brakes myself feels a whole lot better.

You should be fine on Santa Fe Peak. The views at the top are amazing - just be sure to turn around when you get to the top and don't continue on the trail for the last few switchbacks. Smart move to not try your stock 4R on Red Cone.

I agree with Dr Bob. I got tired of the tire pressure warning light coming on, so whenever I add air to the spare I put it up at least 5 psi above the recommended pressure for the vehicle. If I ever have to use it I have a gauge on board to let it down to the same pressure as the tires on the...