Recent content by Pauly67

Update Thanks for the replies. I took it to Autozone for a TEST and the battery needed a good charge since it was only at 25%; however, he said the alternator is only putting out 12.25 volts which may be the problem as you described. I got it home and fully recharged the disconnected...

update I was able to jump to get started, does this rule out bad starter or solenoid and assume battery may have bad cell or is it possible that a bad starter relay could be draining the battery?

About two weeks ago, my 02 4Runner failed to start after dropping off my pooch prior to vacation. I was able to get a jump from my friendly kennel owner and off I went. The odd thing was with the key in & not turned on there was a clicking sound( as if my hazards were on) from the fuse box...

Hey Ron, I appreciate your input & agree with your thinking.....Problem is I need my truck for work & couldn't afford anymore downtime waiting for parts, since I'm an online shopper & finding someone with a press etc. I went to dealer since seal & o-ring was very inexpensive (Wouldn't even...

Test results! I bolted the axle back in and checked for movement & there was not any vertical or horizontal play, so I put everything back together, bled my brakes & topped off the rear differential. I will inspect that right rear wheel for any signs of grease on the hub after 1000 miles or...

BigFish,:fishing: Thanks for the detailed reply..... Btw, your write up was PHENOMINAL!!......your detailed explanation, listing part #s w/ pricing & pics, clear large pictures were very helpful, then the 'Final Thoughts" was a bonus to an already excellent piece of work! I was easily able to...

Hi Guys! Replacing front & rear brakes on my '02 4Runner with 194k on it. Fronts went smooth as expected with disc brakes!!:thumb3: When I got to the right rear I found grease caked inside the hub behind the flange and of course on the inside of the drum.:redbrick: After reading the...