1994 4Runner project
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losinstinks
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Additional work
To get this truck in running order I had to:
1. Replace all belts.
2. Replace the oil cooler gaskets to fix a terrible oil leak.
3. Fixed the speed sensor cable. The cable and sensor assembly will eventually be replaced.
4. Waiting for part to arrive to replace an outter CV joint boot. (Any advice on inspecting/cleaning before installing the new boot is appreciated.)<br/><span style="font-weight:bold; color:red;">... After further inspection, looks like I'll need to replace all CV boots. Arrrggg...</span>
As a side note:
>>The running boards have been removed.
>>As it has become rusted and beyond repair all spare tire assembly from the under carriage has been removed.
On the agenda, is to fix the sagging rear end. The coil springs arrived on Friday but I will wait until I decide on a set of shock absorbers before starting this project.
To get this truck in running order I had to:
1. Replace all belts.
2. Replace the oil cooler gaskets to fix a terrible oil leak.
3. Fixed the speed sensor cable. The cable and sensor assembly will eventually be replaced.
4. Waiting for part to arrive to replace an outter CV joint boot. (Any advice on inspecting/cleaning before installing the new boot is appreciated.)<br/><span style="font-weight:bold; color:red;">... After further inspection, looks like I'll need to replace all CV boots. Arrrggg...</span>
As a side note:
>>The running boards have been removed.
>>As it has become rusted and beyond repair all spare tire assembly from the under carriage has been removed.
On the agenda, is to fix the sagging rear end. The coil springs arrived on Friday but I will wait until I decide on a set of shock absorbers before starting this project.
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Haha, that was the first thing I noticed was the squat. I need to fix that on my own T4R. When I get the time, I've got no money. When I've got money, I've got no time. :bash:
I really wanna take my running boards off but my girlfriend is trying to veto that idea because she's so short. lmao
I really wanna take my running boards off but my girlfriend is trying to veto that idea because she's so short. lmao
losinstinks
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Rob Drives (Fuel Leak)
Did you replace the pump yourself? If so, please provide details. I have since noticed a stronger than normal gas fumes odor while crawling around under my truck. TIA
P.S. I have found this site to be quite helpful <p>
<b>http://techinfo.toyota.com/</b><br/>
It'll cost you a min of $10 for 24 hr access to get a hold of the manuals and any other documents/Service Campaigns you might need.</p>
Did you replace the pump yourself? If so, please provide details. I have since noticed a stronger than normal gas fumes odor while crawling around under my truck. TIA
P.S. I have found this site to be quite helpful <p>
<b>http://techinfo.toyota.com/</b><br/>
It'll cost you a min of $10 for 24 hr access to get a hold of the manuals and any other documents/Service Campaigns you might need.</p>
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fuel tank
YES I DID REPLACE IT MYSELF... CHILTON AND HAYNES SAYS YOU CAN ACCESS FUEL PUMP FROM UNDER RIGHT REAR PASS SEAT /CARPET /FLOOR PANEL ACCESS.....BUT IT WAS NOT AN OPTION IT WAS VERY TIGHT IN THERE. GIVE IT A SHOT I WOUND UP TAKING THE SHAFT DOWN AND REMOVING ENTIRE FUEL TANK TO INSPECT. THE PUMP WAS (MISTING) CRACKED AT THE BEND ON THE SUPPLY TO ENGINE SIDE. I JUST REPLACED HOLE PUMP FROM A SALVAGE YARD . IF YOU DO TAKE DOWN SHAFT BE SURE TO MARK IT'S POSITIONS WITH PAINT (YOU DONT WANT TO UNBALANCE DRIVELINE. ROB
YES I DID REPLACE IT MYSELF... CHILTON AND HAYNES SAYS YOU CAN ACCESS FUEL PUMP FROM UNDER RIGHT REAR PASS SEAT /CARPET /FLOOR PANEL ACCESS.....BUT IT WAS NOT AN OPTION IT WAS VERY TIGHT IN THERE. GIVE IT A SHOT I WOUND UP TAKING THE SHAFT DOWN AND REMOVING ENTIRE FUEL TANK TO INSPECT. THE PUMP WAS (MISTING) CRACKED AT THE BEND ON THE SUPPLY TO ENGINE SIDE. I JUST REPLACED HOLE PUMP FROM A SALVAGE YARD . IF YOU DO TAKE DOWN SHAFT BE SURE TO MARK IT'S POSITIONS WITH PAINT (YOU DONT WANT TO UNBALANCE DRIVELINE. ROB
losinstinks
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Rusty Bumper
Both right and left side bumpers are rusted through. There is hope though, on my wish list is to replace the entire bumper with a badlandbumpers.com setup.
Both right and left side bumpers are rusted through. There is hope though, on my wish list is to replace the entire bumper with a badlandbumpers.com setup.
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losinstinks
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Re: Additional work
Ok Folks! I replaced the springs and shocks yesterday. I don't see any difference in the squat. I'm a little disappointed in the MOOG Springs. When I compared them with the originals they were much shorter but a much thicker spring. I was thinking that the original springs were being compress beyond the height of the MOOG spring, so I continued with the replacement job. Let me know what you think. I also removed the rusted out rear bumpers. Also, replace the rims with a set of 97 Tacoma rims.
Ok Folks! I replaced the springs and shocks yesterday. I don't see any difference in the squat. I'm a little disappointed in the MOOG Springs. When I compared them with the originals they were much shorter but a much thicker spring. I was thinking that the original springs were being compress beyond the height of the MOOG spring, so I continued with the replacement job. Let me know what you think. I also removed the rusted out rear bumpers. Also, replace the rims with a set of 97 Tacoma rims.
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rustyrazor
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EVENING OUT THE FRONT AND REAR SUSPENSION
If you compare the photos it looks like you've brought the back end up a bit but not level with the front end.
It may be that a previous owner cranked up the torsino bars.
You could probably even it out by uncranking the torsion bars. When I bought my 4runner 4cyl the front was sitting way up and I lowered it by uncranking the torsion bars.
As a side note I noticed that the ride quality and cornering improved after I lowered the front a bit.
If you compare the photos it looks like you've brought the back end up a bit but not level with the front end.
It may be that a previous owner cranked up the torsino bars.
You could probably even it out by uncranking the torsion bars. When I bought my 4runner 4cyl the front was sitting way up and I lowered it by uncranking the torsion bars.
As a side note I noticed that the ride quality and cornering improved after I lowered the front a bit.
dont do it
losinstinks
Junior Member
Half Shafts Replaced
OK folks, I just got finished replacing both half shafts due to the fact that all 4 CV boots were busted. The job took about 5 hrs to complete. The first half shaft took the longest since I was learning on the fly. A couple of hangups were Flange gasket and getting the shaft level for removal. Everything else was a piece of cake. I will eventually need to go back in and replace the flange gaskets but everything else is great.
OK folks, I just got finished replacing both half shafts due to the fact that all 4 CV boots were busted. The job took about 5 hrs to complete. The first half shaft took the longest since I was learning on the fly. A couple of hangups were Flange gasket and getting the shaft level for removal. Everything else was a piece of cake. I will eventually need to go back in and replace the flange gaskets but everything else is great.
losinstinks
Junior Member
Re: Re: Re: Additional work
MOOG Springs from rockauto.com cost about $80.
Shocks I ordered from sears.com. Used rockauto.com to find the part number for the shocks and to print the buy 4 get one free rebate. After the rebate the shocks cost a little over $150.
I did all the work so labor was free. Except for some busted up knuckles.
volksy said:
MOOG Springs from rockauto.com cost about $80.
Shocks I ordered from sears.com. Used rockauto.com to find the part number for the shocks and to print the buy 4 get one free rebate. After the rebate the shocks cost a little over $150.
I did all the work so labor was free. Except for some busted up knuckles.
gaijinrider
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Maybe its the shocks, or maybe its the bumper being gone... but it does APPEAR to be less of a squat than your previous pics. Did you happen to measure the distance between the axl and the stop bumpers before and after the spring swap?
4R_in_Uzb
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Re: Re: Additional work
I heard that LC80 rear springs are natually taller and stronger. I don't know the details but heard people install them on 4Rs.
Might want to explore this idea.
I'm thinking of doing that myself along with cranking my torsion bars
AND, the rims do look nice!!
What are your plans for rockers and bumpers?
losinstinks said:
I heard that LC80 rear springs are natually taller and stronger. I don't know the details but heard people install them on 4Rs.
Might want to explore this idea.
I'm thinking of doing that myself along with cranking my torsion bars
AND, the rims do look nice!!
What are your plans for rockers and bumpers?
