Recent content by Rpede

OCV screens? Not familiar with this I think it’s the first time I’ve seen someone discuss this…hate not doing everything preventative maintenance. What does this help with or prevent?? Thanks.

Yeah my 2014 SR5 has developed the “whine” at around 135k miles. This has me really worried, almost sounds like a supercharger but I’m being told it’s a “normal” noise which I find hard to believe but it’s still super smooth. I’ve always thought a whine means something serious like a torque...

Thanks everyone who has responded this is very helpful.

Can anyone show me a diagram of the transmission line that flows out of the radiator after it’s been cooled by the radiator? I tried to locate a diagram I once saw on one of the sticky posts but am unable to find it now. I have a 2014 SR5 premium with 140k on it. Change the ATF out yearly...

I love my Bilstein 4600s for stock height! Have them on front and back and it drives better than OEM. Just an FYI the OEM shocks and struts are fairly cheap for an OEM product.

Really? I had no clue that insurance covers this type of issue! Seriously? I’m glad they are covering it just shocked that they do, never heard of this. Looks like the critter had plenty of time to make a nest.

Incredible info. You must be a mechanic or an engineer. This is actually a very reassuring post.

Wow, this is why I love this forum and the people in it!! So many great response and I appreciate them all…gives me better insight. I know someone noted earlier that they wouldn’t replace the radiator if it had no sign of failure. How about the water pump with 130k? Nothing showing in the...

Reddit - Dive into anything Reddit - Dive into anything There are HG posts for 5th gens here as well and also on the other 4Runner forum too.

I hear many more 5th gens go crazy mileage without an issue with a blown head gasket. However, I’m reading more reports of this issue lately on here, other forums, social media app groups, etc. What can be done to prevent a blown head gasket? 1. Extreme condition driving creating high heat...

Wow that’s awesome!! Clearly well taken care of but still incredible!!

I agree with you. Is it true that when installed the colored dots should be facing the rear of the vehicle?

Thank you. I read on another forum that the paint marks are for installer to make sure they are pointed towards rear?

New OEM coil springs for front suspension. One spring has a green and white paint dot on it and the other coil spring has a white and orange painted dot on it. Does anyone know what these color paint markings mean? What is their purpose? Appreciate any help. Thank you.

Does anyone have a picture of the ind shaft that we should be spraying to keep it loose, etc? Best to use penetrant oil spray or a different type of lube? Thanks so much.