Recent content by MLA

I ran into the same problem yesterday on my way to Mary Jane. I didn't even realize the fluid I bought in TX was only rated to 20 (not -20 like I'm used to seeing). Aside from being a major safety issue, it has been a complete PITA to fix. I noticed that ever since CDOT started using that new...

Not to beat a dead horse, but I am curious how folks approach driving over mountain passes in mixed conditions with a part time system. Sure, if the road is dry, I don't engage 4wd, and if the roads are snowy or partially plowed, I leave it in 4hi. However, 90% of the time I'm driving over...

I haven't updated Entune on my '13. I read too many posts about folks running into problems when attempting an update. It just seemed like the marginal functionality wouldn't be worth the hassle. Now if Toyota removes the series of legal acknowledgements every time I try to sync my phone, that...

Grizz, these are great videos. I wish we had a sub section under the "Modifications, Write-Ups, FAQs" thread for simple how to videos like this. I really appreciate all the time some of the members take to post detailed write ups with photos, but sometimes a quick video is easier to follow...

I'm just being a smartass (hence the flux capacitor comment)

Have the low gas prices had any impact on your driving habits or travel decisions? What about 4runner related purchases or mods? Have the lower prices had any influence on a decision to purchase a new 4runner? What about adding more aggressive tires, lifts or other mods that you wouldn't...

I don't why you consider the fact that you were financially responsible embarrassing. Total cost of ownership will depend on the length of ownership. I am in the "buy it" camp myself for the reasons cited above. Depreciation is the largest cost of ownership, and if you hold on to it long...

This is an interesting poll. Based on some of the pictures and builds on this forum, I would have thought this group as a whole spends a lot more time offroad than what the results indicate. Then again, perhaps the results are skewed based on the "all day in 4wd" qualifier. My personal use is...

:iagree: Great idea. I might pick up a set for myself. I've had a few times camping on the beach where I wanted something like this.

That's exactly what I was looking for. Thanks!

One alternative would be to keep the stock tires and get a large cooler instead of the fridge. That would probably give you $1000-$1400 towards a new 4runner. Bonus of keeping the stock tires is better mpgs if you plan to cover a lot of ground. As for the fridge, can you get by with some ice...

Friend's b-day is coming up and I want to get him something for his 4runner. He doesn't venture off pavement a whole lot, so sliders are out. Ideally looking at $100 or less. What would you choose? I was thinking Weather Tech or Husky liners? I also remember someone posting a link about a...

10 pages ago, OP asked a good question about fuel costs as part of the total cost of ownership. I think this thread turned into an energy policy debate around page 4....:focus: There is no doubt that fuel costs add up over time, but I think there are a few things to keep in mind: 1. We tend to...

The 4runner is an amazing machine, but it wasn't designed to break any speed records. Still, I've found my TE to be great on long highway drives. There are a number of highways in TX with a 75 mph speed limit, and most folks treat that number as a minimum speed. I'm personally comfortable up...