Recent content by Vooryjoni

Thanks, I looked into the purolator but the Bosch actually holds more capacity and is even cheaper. I decided against the OEM because I need a filter than can last like your OCI because I will be switching to full synthetic since I changed most engine seals one year ago.

Thanks, I am going to try doing a synthetic oil change since I have replaced most engine seals a year ago... when I do that I will probably push the intervals to 7k miles... do you think the longer filter will last that long?

Hello, I am curious which oil filter would be best: denso OEM or Bosch Distance plus high performance Bosch is $13 and Denso is $6, but I want to get the very best filter. Thank you.

Hello, I will have 257k miles when my next oil change is due. Should I switch to synthetic 5w-30 oil? I have been using synthetic blend 5w-30 in the past few oil changes. I live in Florida so the coldest it ever gets is in the high 30's for maybe one week per year. I do not think my engine is...

I also have an idle issue but mine is idling too low and stalling. How did you manage to clean the IAC? I was quoted at $700 for an OEM IAC plus labor at the dealer.

Hello everyone, I am in need of some advice: my 4runner is sputtering and stalling at idle and I went to the dealer today and they diagnosed it as a bad idle control valve. They said OEM Toyota part is around $350 (insane) and labor is also $300. And tax of course will be $50. I will take it to...

I know this is a bit late but my dad has a 2008 GX 470 and he had it since it was brand new! It has 200k now. I do have to say that he always uses the dealer for service and it is very expensive. Every 5k miles oil change so it is very well maintained. Oil changes are around $110. We did have to...

My former service advisor at the dealership suggested that it could be the compressor. I did put R134a refrigerant in the system during early summer so I think it’s filled up. Also serpentine drive belts were changed around 3 or 4 years ago. I will look into the vacuum suggestion. Thanks guys

Hello, for some reason, when my ac is on and I am in drive (idling), sometimes the rpm gauge starts to bounce from 400-700 rpm. It sounds like it is stuttering. Once it even stalled as I was reversing without even pressing the gas pedal. When I put it into neutral at a stop light, the issue...

Hello, I am planning to upgrade my wipers to Bosch Icon 17’’ and I heard that there is a type “B” wiper that is more curvy that type A. Type A I heard can be used for both passenger and driver sides but would a type B blade for the passenger side be better for a 3rd gen? Thank you

Hello, I plan on changing my front and rear differential fluids soon as well as my transfer case fluid. I have a 98 4runner V6 4wd. I have heard that some people use 80w-90 and others use 75w-90. Which would be the better choice? I think both come in synthetic options. And lastly, which brand...

Hello, I have recently bought an OEM Toyota Bug Deflector for my 1998 4Runner. It seems to create some good vibration (I can see it move a bit) on the highway. The deflector itself also moves slightly but that is to be expected. Is there any way to stop my hood from vibrating at highway speeds...

In my opinion, the sunroof was the most useless feature to ever be on any car I have owned. I know this is a bold statement But I see absolutely no use for it. If you have A/C... why open it? My Limited of course comes with it and the OEM guard that prevents draft. I recently had to do a sunroof...

Thank you. I have seen that video maybe ten times. He claims the programming is for 99-02 (mine is a 98 with the older fob) but he performs the programming in a 4th gen (03-09). Mine works sometimes but is defective. I try not to use it because when it does not work, I have to use the key to get...

I just use the Rust Dissolver Naval Jelly on spots that have the most rust. It actually works very well but leaves white stains. My undercarriage is only surface rust, but I do not want it to develop into structural. originally from northern Maryland but now I live in Florida so no more...