Recent content by Smack2k

That is pretty cool alright, thanks for the link.... I am looking for a model as I'd like to build it and display or just a diecast so I can display it somewhere, and I will keep searching for something. Shocked there isnt a plastic model kit from one of the vendors that was never made. I'd...

I read through that, and I would absolutely LOVE to find one of the diecast models and paint it black like mine was, but I dont think those are anywhere. Any good models to build of 3rd gen??

I really miss my 1999 4Runner SR5. Is there ANYTHING available in the toy / diecast / 1:24 model market for a 3rd Gen 4Runner? I don't care if its from Japan or anywhere else, I really want to get something nice to always remind me of the best vehicle I ever had. Kicked ass in the snow, was...

So after a LONG while of seemingly no issues, my check engine light came back on...I got the code reader this time...P0755 - Solenoid B Malfunction.. Is this someting I can fix? If not, how much am I looking at to get it fixed by a mechanic? If I can do it, what part number am I looking for...

IPhone... Will take it to Advance and see what they say!

Thanks...I will head over tomorrow most likely...

My 4RUnner's Check Engine light came on as well as the truck shifting high fro 1st to 2nd gear about 2 weeks ago...I haven't been able to get it looked and don't have the cash for a big job right now..but I want to know what the computer is saying kicking this out...the light came out about 16...

Guess I will have to look into the full detail option... This Runner needs it...but I gotta take care of my running board rust first...cant take em off (short wife)

My 99 is really dirty inside and I'd like to clean it up to as close to perfecat as possible...wanted to know your opinions on cleaning: Seats? Panels? Floors? Console? Thanks ahead of time..

I have a running board Rust issue on my 1999 SR5.. I know the prevailing opinion is to just remove them and move on, but I have a short wife (5' 1") and dont have that option as she cant get into it without them... So, that being said, what is best method to clean these up? Remove the...

My ETC button is off... Also, the Runner shifts normally for the first part of the drive and then you can hear it revving really high (compared to normal) before it shifts... LIke I said, it never did it before, always shifts normal, with no issues...With this issue, you can hear the engine...

Hoping someone has seen this or has an idea what is going on: My 4 Runner, after it gets fully warm and has been driving for 15 - 20 minutes starts to do the following...the first 15-20 min the truck is normal: When I start from stopped, the truck will shift HIGH from 1st to 2nd gear (3500 -...

Hey, I am hoping for some great advice on how to do the following in the best way and make my 4-Runner look great: I want to: 1. Completely clean off the Rust that has accumulated both under the plastics and on the sides of the Running boards - How do I get the plastic covers off properly...

Thanks! I will get pics posted this week of my baby... I am having a strange transmission issue. I posted in Problems section

Recently, my truck has been acting strange when in first gear and today it got a little worse, so I took a look. I know less than 0 about cars / trucks, so I am lost, but this is what I do know. The truck gets into Reverse / Drive / Neutral perfectly fine. When in drive and in first gear, the...