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I have a 2004 4R with 170k miles. Original shocks are leaking and i was wondering if i could replace with some old 5th gen front and rear shocks. TIA

Thanks Yes, it was a stupid thing to do but I did mix coolant (added green). I keep flushing but the gel returns each time. Thanks for the replies.

I’ve had radiator flushed a couple of times & this white gel keeps developing. Not sure what’s causing it or if it’s something to worry about. Any advice is greatly appreciated. TIA.

More pictures please Can you post a picture of the vin sticker on the inside of the driver door? Thanks.

$800 in Austin I picked up the Akebono full brake kit (Front&Rear) off Amazon for $420 and paid $400 at a local shop for installation.

Really cool youtube vid - if i won the billion dollar lottery this is the first place i would go! This Secret Dealer Sells White Toyotas That Save The World | Top Gear - YouTube

4 drains? I only cleared the 2 in the front. Where are the other 2? My car still stinks!

Celebrity status I think checks & balances are good. As with all things, too much of anything is never good and having to think twice about the wifes approval has saved me from turning our truck into an overlanding machine. Luckily, the mods have generated a lot of positive feedback from...

Big Bend Ranch Texas State Park 3-hour off-road drive to the most remote campsite in the park - Guale#2 This was the most remote, isolated, spot I've ever been. When the 50mph gusts started, it created a dust storm which really made this place look other-worldly. The wind blocked out the...

THANK YOU WAZIOC and 4RUNNER2011! Y'ALL SAVED MY SANITY! Its been pouring cats and dogs today and when i drove to HEB for supplies, water started dripping from my crawl control panel and other areas around the plastic there. I freaked out and thought it was a leaky sunroof. When i got home...

Headliner causing odor? Recently been dealing with an odor in the truck. Best description is petrichor (a pleasant smell that frequently accompanies the first rain after a long period of warm, dry weather). I admit, I initially enjoyed it but now its just annoying. I have cleaned and...

Balance is key Keep your 4R for winter and crappy weather but pick up a used Prius for the daily commute. Its great having the right vehicle for the right conditions.

Received package on Friday Stereo was delivered at 6pm and was installed by 8pm! This thing was super easy to install. I'm not a technical guy but they weren't kidding when they said "plug and play". I didn't really plan for routing the mic or the 2nd USB so i just fished the mic towards the...

Memorial day sale - $50 off I was on the fence but the sale price pushed me over. I'm looking forward to the install. I'm not crazy about putting the mic under the speedometer but I will give it a shot. I will post pictures after the install.

Snow in Texas Been having fun driving in the snow.