Recent content by sanderson5

How is the paint holding up a couple years later? Be interested to see pics!

Literally have been having these exact same questions. Just hit 285 and haven't done any major maintenance since I did the tundra conversion at 150... So from what I'm reading. Thermostat, waterpump, and radiator should all be on my list. This thing runs like a dream.

also perhaps point me in the direction of a thread where this replacement is detailed? Whats the HU? and yes....I know its a really dumb question

anybody know what the part number is to simply replace the antenna with the original one that come in the car? I kinda like the motorized one....but still managed to break one. 99 Runner w/silver motorized antenna part #?

Any thoughts on the brake noise?

I made this upgrade 2 weeks ago using an identical setup as BFAD... Reman'd Napa Calipers OEM Brake Pads P/N 04465-35290 OEM Shim Kit P/N 04945-35120 OEM Rotors x2 P/N 43512-OCO11 The new brakes are amazing....And just like everybody else on here I cant believe I waited so long to get this...

Hey guys Looking for recommendations on which one of these I should order from RockAuto. I dont do any 4wheeling but drive a fair bit in the mountains for skiing. Otherwise the runner is for commuting. I want something sturdy but dont want to overbuild... RockAuto Parts Catalog I plan on...

Hey guys, I realize this is probably a dumb question....but I am going to be doing this upgrade soon with the 5-star OEM wheels.... I plan on buying a 5th wheel to replace my spare and not have to deal with any front to back rotation in the event of a flat. Question is will the 5star OEM fit...

Anybody in Seattle/Issaquah interested in doing a brake upgrade on their 4runner.... More specifically...would anybody be willing to help a noob through the process? I would be buying all the parts and looking to hopefully start the project about 3-4 months from now. I also don't have much in...

uh oh. i guess live and learn in my case. unfortunately its my only transportation so I really needed to get it fixed....and i'm still in the process of becoming mechanically adept once I have a second car I'll be doing all the work on the runner myself...basically with all of you guys as my...

The shop opened it up this Monday afternoon to find both a worn out starter....and bad contacts. We ended up going with a new Denso...so that was a relief. My shop guy had the same opinion on aftermarket starters typically being complete crap. All in all, they had it done in 3 hours & it only...

It's Beautiful!!! Not that you'd ever want to sell it.....but as a buyer, I would definitely add a few hundreds to the purchase price if it included something like that. :guitar2:

You guys are amazing btw. I've been lurking on this site for a few years now, yet have never actually posted. Nothing like waiting till a time of need right?! In response to earlier questions... I have full electrical when it wont start. everything. Also unfortunately its my only vehicle so...

My first time posting here, so go easy on me. 99 runner sr5, 3.4L. no mods The car starts perfectly every morning, but after driving it for 45 minutes, then parking to run an errand....it wont start 5 minutes later. If I wait for an hour for it to cool down....it'll start up like normal...the...