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    Better MPG for a 03 V8 4runner

    Again. Thanks to all who had helpful responses. I appreciate it. Mods, please close this post / thread. We are done here.
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    Better MPG for a 03 V8 4runner

    People like him never help. People like him are the reasons for sayings such as Blue Falcon. Anyway. Thanks to all who had constructive responses.
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    Better MPG for a 03 V8 4runner

    Nope. I'm oilfield. Skin thick enough. Just don't have time for BS
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    Better MPG for a 03 V8 4runner

    Responses like yours are the reason people do not join forums and / or leave after they do. I thins if you had read my post, you would have understood that I was not wanting miracles. Was wanting better than the vehicle I drove previously. I guess either reading or comprehension is an issue...
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    Better MPG for a 03 V8 4runner

    I did check. I needed more economical than a 1 ton ford. And from what I researched, a 4runner should be.
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    Better MPG for a 03 V8 4runner

    My apologies. You'll have to explain. I am a complete dumbass with regards to mechanical. So I ask questions.
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    Better MPG for a 03 V8 4runner

    I'll check on the exhaust. It has oversized pirelli scorpion mtr tires, those will be changed out next month with a set of ATs
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    Better MPG for a 03 V8 4runner

    I've recently purchased a used 03 V8 4runner. Pretty decent shape, 162k miles. I drive to / from work 900 miles one way. Needed a more fuel friendly vehicle than my Ford F-350 at 14 mpg on a good day. I knew going in that things would need to be done to the 4runner. Just had the timing belt /...
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    03 4runner buzzing noise at start up

    Took it to a former Toyota mechanic. Opinion is actuator on blower motor. Most expensive is labor to take dash apart.
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    03 4runner buzzing noise at start up

    I'm the 3rd owner, had it a few months. 162k miles. Guess I'm lucky if that's the only issue so far. Are you saying it is supposed to do this? And depressing the pedal is doing what ? Yes. I am an idiot on mechanical issues.
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    03 4runner buzzing noise at start up

    Recently my 03 4runner has a buzzing noise at startup, coming from the center dash area lasting about 20 seconds. I e done the searches and read all info on the secondary air pump issues. I have also read of the bypass for it but cannot find the parts for a 2003. 04 and up, yes. But not 03. It...
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    What did you do with your 4runner today?

    Wash and wax. Then it rained.
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    What Scan/Diagnostic Tools do you use

    Best one out there. I've had mine for 3 months. Works great and gives good info.
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    Anyone using a portable gas tank on their roof rack?

    No plastic. 2 metal jerrycans.

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