Recent content by packweco

Over the weekend I picked up this: And then did this: Swap will probably happen in a couple weeks. Stoked!

Thanks! Used your wiring to work out some of the details. Definitely appreciate the info you provided.

Thanks!!

Thanks! I'm very happy with how it came out.

I don't remember having to touch the front grille. Just removed the fan, fan shroud and hoses and it came right out...

Hey guys, just finished up this swap and wanted to share all the info I gathered before it left my head. There were a couple other sources of info that I used but neither of them used the stock '99 harness and plugs so here it is. I am not going to do a full step by step as it is mostly unbolt...

If you are actually interested in suspension design, look at the Caroll Smith series of books. He gives a really good explanation of a lot of important suspension design topics and explains what changing different parameters does to different ride qualities. I believe the book you want is...

Just want to point out that this patent on "roof racks" is essentially like patenting something like a backpack. They are upset that someone else made a satchel with straps. If this is acceptable in society we might as well say goodbye to innovation. There is going to be no difference between...

Really eye opening to see a company that has to screw the little guy to get business done. I think that says a lot about the people running it. If you can't succeed by making a great product and providing good customer service (Like Josh does, by the way), don't take it out on someone else...

Thanks for the replies everyone! Sounds like everyone has the same mindset that I do. I've been slowly getting rid of her things as we go, I have a feeling the trans will cool off after that mission is complete. All joking aside, yes I have been turning off the O/D for hills. calimobber We...

Hey all, Today my girlfriend and I embarked on what is to be a 10 day trip to Utah. We are taking my '98 V6 4WD and had a bit of a problem concerning the transmission today. On our way, we got into a ~1 hour traffic jam and were moving at <5 MPH the whole time, up a hill. We are also...

Just installed a pair of strongarm struts. $40/pair with free shipping from the ebay ad posted by wake_rider . Night and day difference. Today is a cold day and they go all the way to the top with gusto.

I towed a Jeep CJ5 with my 98. Not sure how much it weighed but I bet it's between 3000 and 4000 pounds. 4runner did great, just have to be aware of the limitations. It won't climb up a hill like a diesel truck and you have to use engine braking so you don't hose your front brakes. Might...

Thanks for all of the replies everyone! Lots of good info. Think I'll go ahead and order these. Thanks for posting them up!

I've got droopy lift gate syndrome now that it's cold. I'm torn because normally I would order the OEM replacements for something like this, but they are $180 a pop! Anyone have good luck with aftermarket ~$30 ones from the local parts store?