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Here is a weird one...when ever I go threw a car wash, my 97 T4R turns on the windshield wipers by it's self. After diving down the road a ways (5-10 minutes) they will turn off. Is this common? She's at 269k. Wiper motor case seal gone? Thoughts?

I have a 3rd Gen TR4 that has no steering wheel controls. I added an aftermarket device that has a "Key 1" and a "Key2" control wire. My Pioneer AVH-251BT has a "remote control" wire, and a "mute wire". Any audiophiles out there that can help me to make this work? :noidea: Matt

Anyone running a Truetrac limited slip in their 3rd Gen? If so, tell us about it.

So, bought a JDM motor out of Dallas for a 3rd Gen T4R I have. The motor is suppose to have 65k or less. I conducted a compression test on it while on the engine stand, and the results were not good (1=75psi, 3=100psi, 2=150). Should I expect crappy results from a cold motor that's been...

Question: Are the front bumpers on a 97 T4R Limited and SR5 the same? Turn signal lights the same? I ask because I want to put a painted fade bar on my limited instead of a chrome one. Thanks in advance

Damn!

You can buy a lot of Jerry cans for $1800! And, not have to tote the extra weight around on a day to day basis.

I once got a front end alignment and the guy asked me what I weighed, after I told him he put that amount of weight (using lead shot bags) in the drives seat to make sure his adjustments were correct for when I was driving. Anal, probably, but it never drove better! Most items sold on the net...

https://www.ebay.com/i/272918461314?chn=ps $28.70 free shipping!

Data Has anyone compiled a Tire Height vs back space vs diff gear ratio, spread sheet type thing?

The age old question, love of the classics or advances of the late models. Put a V8 in your 3rd Gen and revel on the kewl factor!

Great info, I would have never known one from the other. Thanks

Look on face book for local 4Runner groups!

This thread has been a great inspiration, just bought a stock 97 Limited and you have inspired/answered many of my questions. Thanks for sharing your journey.

Clearifiacation Who had "so many miles", the runner or your room mate? :faint2: