Recent content by PaulGen3

Looks like a nice car with low mileage. If no issues with Carfax report, probably not a bad price at asking price, but I would try to negotiate a little. I spend over 1000 for new set of Michelins with alignment agreement around 6 years ago on my '98, still have them on car, spent 700 at dealer...

I believe adding the quart of fluid nailed the problem! Still need to top it off, but hopefully that fixed it. It seemed to run smooth, in and out of OD. Thanks.

Trans fluid was red and did not smell burnt before adding quart of fluid. Have not noticed any oily spots on driveway or parking lot..but seems like last oil change I noticed some seepage. Don't ask how long ago that's been! It's way over due too! I will stop at auto parts store and put in some...

:sad: Life is busy, two kids through college, elderly parents..... Still looks great and runs great, just want to do what I can to keep it going as long as I can.

Trans Fluid & Filter Untouched Since '06, Now What? Got my '98 3.4V6 with Auto Trans in 2006 with 75K. Now has 199K. Have never changed trans fluid or filter. Noticed some "shuttering" or "tugging" while driving at constant speed. Checked fluid today after 15 minutes of driving. (in Park while...

Very nice 4Runner, and with the low miles and great condition, I would say you got a great deal on it. I live in Virginia, and have had a 1998 3.4 auto SR5 for ten years, and have taken it from 76k to 196k with only replacing muffler and other maintenance items like replaced timing belt, water...