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  1. Mike G.

    Traded my 4Runner.

    I thought my 4Runner had adequate power for what it is. The Tacoma feels slightly quicker, but the real test will come when I tow my camper.
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    Traded my 4Runner.

    I traded my 4Runner for a 2016 Tacoma, the 4Runner was hard to let go, but I needed a truck bed. My 4Runner was one of the best vehicles that I have ever owned and I hope my Tacoma can come close. My trade-in value really surprised me, a five year old base SR5 that has seen some use (97,000...
  3. Mike G.

    Let's see your Travel Trailer Combo's

    2016 Rockwood SRX A122
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    What did you do to/in your 5th Gen today?!

    Oil & Filter change Rotate Tires Replace front pads & rotors New acc. serpentine belt Clean engine bay Air & Cabin filter Clean and paint frame (Rust). Enough for one day.
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    Transmission Whine

    If you are positive that the whine is louder after the work, than I would take to a dealer or trusted shop. I would just offer this up, sometimes we hear things a little different if we think there is an issue, I have done this numerous times. Do you think you could be hearing some normal...
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    Brake Job - Anything to watch out for?

    The front pads are an easy swap, all you really need once you get the truck safely lifted on jack stands is a pair of needle nose plier. The front pads are retained by two springs, you just slide the springs out and pull the pads. I changed the front at 45,000 miles and they still had about...
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    What are the Best Tires for 5th Generation?

    I am very impressed with the performance and wear on my Authorities, and they are priced right. http://www.toyota-4runner.org/engines-suspension-wheels-tires-audio-accessories/138455-new-gy-authority-tires.html
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    2014 4Runner

    I agree the truck is awesome and the LE front is the better of the 14`s, but I sure hope they restyle the front end before I need a new one.
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    2014 4Runner

    I saw my first 2014 4Runner today and it was a clone to my 2010. The front end is just terrible looking, but I love the rest of the truck and the changes that were made. If I were in the market for a new truck I would still buy it because there is nothing close to the 4Runner.
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    largest tire size stock suspension

    You asked one of the most common questions on this forum and it has a bunch of threads associated with it. There`s a point being made, but don't take it to serious. They are just busting your balls for a little fun, but they mean no harm. :cheers: 275-70-17 is the largest I have seen with no...
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    Transmission Failure

    Usually a bad shift solenoid is not that big of a deal to replace on most transmissions, I had one go bad on my GM 4L60E and I just had to drop the pan and replace the solenoid and the problem was fixed. I guess this must be a harder fix on a Toyota trans.
  12. Mike G.

    First Snow of 2013

    This is the link for my For Sale ad, its got everything listed and a pretty good idle video with the new LS 408 stroker. The new owner ran it on the dyno after the break in and it put down 510 to the wheels, that's through an auto trans and 9'' rear. The car ran in the high 10`s in street trim...
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    First Snow of 2013

    This is where I would rather be this time of year.
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    First Snow of 2013

    Thank you!! It has taken a lot of self control not to go beyond where I am at now with the truck. I just sold an 02 Z28 that I dumped over $20,000.00 into and that does not include the purchase price. Cars and trucks are my weakness, but my addiction is getting better.:cheers:
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    First Snow of 2013

    The Firestones were good in the snow, but they do not compare to the GY`s. I hope that I don`t see anymore snow, especially anything over 12''.

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