Recent content by Shlop

I'm not here to get told what I want to hear.. I'm trying to get the info i NEED to hear. So I appreciate the input. $1k was just hopes and dreams i suppose but I'll do what I need to do to keep this car on the road another 150+ miles because in reality it'll be way cheaper in the long run and...

Yeah the budget is really for the 98, the 02 is really fine as is for a while while i get this other one in better working order. but it seems like im still low on my budget if i want to do it right because the 5100/OME is going to run me about 1k it seems? And thats without BJ and not to...

Also have a thread made on this on main. 1998 4x4 Limited w/ 230k and a 02 RWD Limited w/180k both on factory suspensions and are really rough riding. I’m looking to do replacements in my garage for both front and rear on the 4x4 and I need to look closer at the 2Runner to see what it needs but...

1998 4x4 Limited w/ 230k and a 02 RWD Limited w/180k both on factory suspensions and are really rough riding. I’m looking to do replacements in my garage for both front and rear on the 4x4 and I need to look closer at the 2Runner to see what it needs but I feel like it should be front and back...

That's the one. Thanks Joe :reddance:

Looking for a solid thermostat replacement video. 98 3.4 4x4 Tyia to anyone who can point me in the right direction

Is this the radiator out hose that the thermostat is attached to? Trying to figure out if it’s stuck in the on position. When I touch that house after the car is warmed up, it’s cold. I think the problem with my heat is the thermostat because the in/out heater core hoses both get warm/hot...

Ok so with the responses and then having a direction on what videos to watch, I've come up with this plan for troubleshooting: 1. Coolant level check 2. Check valve function and hose temps towards the heater core to see if its clogged 3. Check Thermostat Based on those results ill have to do...

Awesome will go to rule that out first thing tomorrow then.

I have service records dating back to '08 with no mention of the thermostat or really anything obviously related to the heat

What are some good seat cover options? The rip on my drivers side seat finally went full ass and now the foam is showing and it looks like garbage

Hey Guys, So one of the major issues right now with my new to me 3rd gen 98 Limited, the heat is not working correctly. It takes forever to heat up, and when it gets to temperature it is luke warm, at best. It blows out the front, not sure about the back? Because the entire car fogs up...

Where am I supposed to be sourcing my genuine or OEM parts from online, for the best prices? So I can put together a shopping list and cost/risk analysis assess for all these jobs I need done vs what my shop quotes Outer ties, Rack, Brakes (full replace), CV leak 98 Limited 4wd, btw

This is definitely a good point, and my thoughts as well. But I was quoted over 1300 for the rack replacement parts and labor. I dont know if that even included outer ties, new bushings, and an alignment after the fact, either.

Good point, I watched the rack replacement video from Timmy and there's definitely new inners included, and the inner replacement video he posted looked like a giant PITA anyway I was definitely thinking "If im going this far into it i might as well replace the rack anyway." I dont think it...