Recent content by -t-squared

So, if you 2010-2011 owners remember 5-6 years ago, a TSB was issued for lumbar support "crunching", and we were able to get it replaced with the TSB attached. Recently, I had my lumbar support just cave in on me while driving (I'm at 95k in a 2010 SR5). Dealer replaced the switch, said the...

Hey guys, searched and to no avail. Both my front driver and passenger window have the same symptom of the bottom rubber scraper seal essentially rotting / tearing off of its base, as seen here: http://imgur.com/T26sePe 2 questions to anyone who knows better than I: 1) Is it worth fixing...

Hey all, Just moved to the Virginia Beach / Norfolk VA area, and was looking for a couple locations: 1) A stealership people have good experiences with for regular maintenance? 2) Any good detailers that will do a full clay / wax? (with new rugrats the free time for DIY has pretty much gone...

Hideous. One step up (or maybe next to?) an Explorer Sport-Trac.

I humbly recommend going easy on the pressure washers, even with a disciplined wax schedule it can do a number on the clear coat in short order, I've seen it happen. Not trying to get into your business, just throwing it out there. Granted if there is dried, caked buildup from offroading you...

FWIW, paid $80 for 50% on the front 2 windows (annoyingly still illegal here in Kalifornia), but it is quality tint (I will have to scrounge to get the brand) that I have done on my T4R and my wife's Murano before that. Hers was 5 years ago and still looking awesome, just don't windex it!

Hey all, I do NOT do much, if any towing as of late, and I'm looking at swapping out my diff fluid and putting in synthetic for the first time. With no / extremely light towing, how often would you replace it? The info I've been getting is between 60-90k. Thanks in advance!

Thanks for the replies! I'm glad to get the references as well as reports on the pros and cons of the OEM net. Eddie, if you are willing to throw up some measurements that would be awesome! I'll have to go out and take a look at the anchors on the deck, all I can picture off the top of my...

Hey guys, was messing around today on one of my paracord projects, and started thinking about using some in the back of the runner. I did a search but couldn't find too much. I've been looking at buying a spider net for the back (sliding deck to be specific), but now am thinking it can't be...

Well, as has been indicated in the thread already, I am one for preventative maintenance. However, having the dealer swap the diff oil with no mention of such at this point in the owner's manual raised my eyebrow. I don't offroad much, usually just driving in dusty conditions here in the SJ...

Hey guys, Been trying to research online, but was hoping for some help from the pros. Just dropped my 2010 SR5 off for its 35000 mile service. Dealer called and said brake fluid as well as both front and rear diff fluids should all be flushed to a tune of ~$300. Made my scam radar start...

I just posted in another thread on the recent swap I did with a stubby from Pep Boys, seems to have great reception as compared to the Craven Speed and Mangowalk, very minimal reception loss over the OEM one in my area (rural). See last post...

I like the 4WD knob, very sharp!

Pilot Antenna update and a question Hey guys, hope this isn't resurrecting a thread too old, just figured the information was still somewhat relevant and had a question of my own. First of all, just installed the Pilot antenna from Pep Boys we have seen on this thread before. Installation was...

Hey guys, long-time lurker, thought it was about time to sign up and introduce myself. 6 mo. owner of a 2010 Mag Grey SR5 4x4 (purchased with 17k miles), been having a blast with it, thanks for all the info found on here so far! As always, pics included, nothing crazy to see, pretty much...