I know a few people have asked for it earlier in this thread. The original transmission flush link from the reference page is dead. It can be retrived using archive.org here:
https://web.archive.org/web/20150322081145/http://home.centurytel.net/stevenjackie/transmission%20flush/tranny.html
replace them jaints and yes get new bolts.
link for part # references:
http://www.toyota-4runner.org/3rd-gen-t4rs/139040-oem-part-numbers-3rd-gen-4runner-tie-rods-ball-joints-wheel-bearings.html
Was finally able to program my OEM keyless entry remote. Had to wait until it was really cold as it seems my dying lock actuators worked just enough in the cold to finish the power lock/unlock procedure!
San Diegan here. Willing to meetup for some off road fun. I have never been off roading before though! Would like to cruise with somebody who knows of some trails though and give some pointers :)
Also noticed a small fluid leak back near the transmission while my 4runner has been in the air for a week with all "new owner" repairs im doing. Went to investigate...the transmission fluid fill plug was hand loose!! and this is why I don't trust anyone to work on my vehicles...
I am still working on all my replacements but finished the brakes recently but have not tested them yet. I put the pad with the low pad warning tab on the inside of rotor and my clip looks like this: