Recent content by White_Knuckles

Yes, it works! Okay, an old thread but contains good pics of what I guess may be a common issue? Dreaded sunroof leak. First check for a blocked drain path as a cause. The weed-whacker line trick (pushing line through the drain tubes) works for the front two drains. The rear pair however you...

Something I'm not spotting here is the lower vis (5W) is a bonus for cold starts-ups where the engine has to pull oil from the pan. An argument may be made that cold start may be -10 or +70 degrees. Cold being relative. In colder months it can be a plus to run the 5-30W. You won't exactly hear...

Thinking 100K should be about right especially with no service history. It has to do with the frequency of antifreeze changes where if too long of intervals, corrosion within the trans lines may have occurred? Cheap insurance and easy DIY. One thing about this thread is doesn't suggest the...

Common that these older rigs may need maintenance especially without prior history. There are several (Zerk) grease points on the slip-joint and U-joints requiring lube on the drive shaft assembly. Releasing the throttle or restoring power may introduce a chirp or squeak coming from...

While searching I discovered a Hella vertical mount Micro DE "V" brackets Toyota specific kit. These were dealer installed including the brackets, a relay, and the Fog rocker switch added. The kit is great if you don't have factory fogs or if you just need the brackets and lights. The kit ran...

Right, Amazon lists the single lights with basic mount brackets. These 4Runner specific include vertical adjust plates, the drop brackets, turn stalk and relay. There are also easy to find kits Micro DE universal mount with relay, rocker flush switch for around $130. These are the Amazon...

Okay, many 1999-2002 have the factory fog projectors that have the side mount angle adjustment. These are crazy factory priced and the knock-off replacements have a plastic lens and are leaky water collectors. Great. These brackets are secured in four places with a red pop fastener that goes...

Fogs are out for harness?? Nice the OP found the fix. I checked this out after installing high watt bulbs (with no improvement). Seems very valid with voltage drop across a long ground path etc. I have a '99 with factory fog lamps. The link to the CO builders site states "NOT for DRL or...

Too bad we're stuck with mystery parts in general. NAPA can be the only real source - sometimes. Seems all suppliers have a line of reasonably priced stuff. But some offer a "premium" line which can be "the good stuff" or premium junk. Be cautious and don't jump at the low price first. Pay...

I'm a fan of "while you're in there" as good practice especially when you have no real maintenance history. I'm pretty certain the dreaded pink-milkshake syndrome may not be well known with buyers or sellers. I spent 6 months chasing used Gen 3 4Runners after last winter. Dealer visits...

OP Closes the Case The statement above rings of absolute truth. Another quote from Absalom reads, "I can confidently say I would much rather go off-roading with winter tires, than snow/ice driving with A/T tires." Agreed, a magic tread design and compound is not to be had quite yet. They're...

Interesting responses you all have provided. Great info and experiences. The focus was on winter (useful) performance where you could run them a bit in the hot season as well. Thus the "magic" tire. Still pursuing the elusive beasts and but a new flavor popped up. The Les Schwaby "Back Country...

Wow, the ever-rare A/TW! I checked local tire stores and "they can get them" but have no one asking or buying them. Not exactly new tires, they've been out there a couple years. What part of the country might you live? And what did you think of compact snow or ice? ((1) Somewhat controllable...

Nice, good info. on the Grabbies. Ice slush and bears - oh my. I live in snow world and can't pretend it's not in your face for months. Guess the magic may be a few years out yet?

Ah, the jeep has different wheel base, center of gravity, as well the coupler. For a second I thought it may be preferred to drive the Toy.