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97 4Runner, 4WD, 3400 Four Cam 24, V6, 3.4L fuel injected DOHC 24 valve (5VZ) $2,999 located in Des Moines, IA Bumpers have rusted through, some rust on body near running boards. But overall, body in good shape. 204K miles. Runs great. No known issues w/engine or drive train. Tires worn...

I bought a used 97 and it had the exact same issue. When I took the paneling off, we immediately noticed 2 wires had been severed. Unknown as to whether this happened inadvertently or if the previous owner did it to bypass some electrical issue. Anyhow, we simply spliced the wires and it works...

Welcome. I live in Des Moines. Just bought my first Runner -- a 97 SR5, about a month ago, so I'm a noobie in here also.

Thanks for the clarification John! I'm looking at using the website partshotlines.com to source the console; I'm sure they'll have several to choose from. I'm also going to give a shot at changing the fender flares. I've got the real skinny black ones with the thin chrome trim on them...

I'm thinking about doing this mod also....but not until after the temp's get above 9*F. :smow: What year is your 4Runner? Mine's a 97. What model 2001 truck did you get the parts from -- Tacoma, I assume? Thanks, MDS

Thanks fourwd1. I'm anxious to get a baseline for the maintenance and will do some of it DIY. Overall, she's in pretty good shape and I enjoy driving it.

Bought a used 97 SR5 a couple weeks ago; my 1st 4Runner. I'm attempting to get the maintenance documented and prioritized. I am subscribed to the Toyota Owners website (pretty handy app if you ask me) and it pulled up some work orders from previous owner, but not many. I've dug through...

Anyone have any suggested places to pick up some camo seat covers? Just bought a 97 model and am ordering the Weathertech Digitalfit floor liners and would like to get some seat covers. Most places I see have 'universal' versions, which I'm not too keen on trying out of fear they won't be a...