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Thanks for pointing that out, I didn't know it is so famous$.

Thank you very much for the extra info.

Thanks again for the links everyone. I'll have to read through them again. It's the saying "never buy the first year of anything" that has me a bit concerned. Thanks

Thank you for your replies and the links. I read through some of it last night. I'm just wondering if there might be some more details. So just to be sure, were there any changes made to the V8, trans, or 4WD during '03-04? Are there specific areas of the body and frame to look for rust? Thanks

Hi everyone. New here and have a question about 4th gen 4Runners. I've been searching for a 4X4 and recently came across a low mileage '03 SR5 V8 4WD for sale (~70k). Original owner says he's only ever changed the oil and brakes. From what I know it is an early '03 base model with unpainted...

Thanks for the info, links and suggestions. The search continues.

Anyone?

Hi everyone. I've been looking for a Gen3 for a while now and have been wondering about what changes Toyota made during production. I'm especially interested in the powertrain, running gear and braking system. I looked through the Master thread and found some info about bigger front brakes and...

Thanks for the info guys, I really appreciate the help. Looks like I'll have to read up on the 3.slow, and stock gearing as well. Thanks

Scrape with screwdriver - check. I'll bring a flashlight too. So does the 2nd gen have a C-channel or boxed frame? Are there areas of the frame that are hidden from view or out of reach that are known to rust? Thanks

Well I guess the main thing that I'm wondering about is where to look for signs of frame rust on a 2nd gen. Sorry about the rambling post. Guess I got a little giddy!

Hi everyone. Been lurking here for a while and am in the market for a 4x4 Toyota. I'm interested in finding out a little more about the 2nd gen. Mainly what to look out for when buying one. I'm in the rustbelt so frame rust concerns me. Can someone fill me in a little bit about the frames on...