Recent content by VolcanoT4R

No, not at all. But I'm being extremely picky about the truck I want, so I have to be flexible on other things (like the dealer being pretty worthless).

I checked Toyota Owners via the VIN; there's reference to the frame being replaced, but no proof so far. I'm not a fan of brush guards, so that will be removed and sold ASAP if I buy it. I guess worst case scenario, I buy a 1-way ticket for $500 only to have to buy another 1-way ticket to get...

I have my eye on a 2007 Tacoma in Forrest City, PA near Scranton. I live in Roanoke, VA a mere 6.5 hour drive from Scranton. The dealer only has one photo of the Tacoma posted. I have requested additional photos to no avail. If someone in the area is willing to go take a look at it for me...

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Thanks! Assuming that's the kind of pulley puller I would need? I googled it and got several different kinds. One of which is like the ones you pictured.

Thanks, I'll let you know.

Appreciate all the replies and you guys taking it easy on me for such a major blunder. Seems replacing it is the only way to go. Wish me luck at the pick-n-pull.

Thanks for the link. I may wind up doing just that.

Yep, I'm an idiot. Appreciate the advice. Will replace it.

Just lucky I guess. First time doing this and didn't know any better. Lesson learned.

Pardon my ignorance, but what is a "puller"?

So, I'm in the middle of replacing my timing belt and water pump. Bought the kit from eBay. Yada, yada, yada. Crankshaft pulley didn't want to come off, so I used a crow bar to break it loose. Unfortunately, it didn't break free as nicely as I would have liked (see pic). Question, should...

Feb 2014, $3999 2001 SR5 212k...best $4k ever spent!!

A10MileHusker On my 07 SR5, all I had to do was permanently ground the parking brake wire from the head unit. My head unit isn't the same as yours, but according to the 2003 EWD, our parking brake is wired such that when it is engaged, it simply connects to ground. If the Pioneer is set up...

Well, thanks again! :thumb: Have a Happy Thanksgiving!!