2005 4runner v8 2wd - 100k mile service help

[Samsonite]

2005 4runner v8 2wd - 100K timing belt/fluids/shocks

I am new to this forum but have been researching for a while before I posted. I have a 2005 4runner V8 2wd and have read so much different stuff on the 100k service. I bought mine used from toyota w/ 67k on it, so Im not sure what has and hasnt been done. I would rather err on the side of caution and be more preventative since I want to drive this sweet ride for much longer. Below are what I was thinking about doing and would be very appreciative for some insight:

Timing belt - def doing - was looking to buy a kit on ebay from aircabinman and have a mechanic friend do the work - he recommended that I buy the belt directly from toyota?
**changing the idler roller / tensioner roller / water pump and gaskets - anything else needed? Kit say it comes with hydraulic tensioner (what is it)?

What about the following:
serpentine belt
thermostat and t-stat gasket
front crankshaft seal
front camshaft seals

Fluids: (like I said not sure what has been done before so think to start fresh)
differential? - since its 2wd only a rear, right? What kind and how much needed?
transfer case? - what type and how much is recommended - seems I see amsoil and redline named in these forums
Transmission FLuid - drain/fill or flush/fill - I think its a sealed tranny with ws fluid. Any certain brand recommended? Synthetic?

Spark Plugs - Iridium - deciding between NGK and Denso - prob NGK and will be doing this myself.

Fliters - already had an oil change and changed out the cabin and air filter

Shocks - starting to get a bit bouncy and Im an outside sales rep so I drive all day every day. I also haul bikes/bike racks around constantly (up to 4 bikes - so maybe 200lbs total). Some towing as well.
**looking at the bilstein HD's and found em for $300 (for all 4) shipped on shock warehouse. Ive read some people saying they are longer than the stock and will not ride properly with that stock springs? Bilstein says they are not going to create issues? Any thoughts? Any other recomendations for shocks?

Any input and thoughts are greatly appreciated and hopefully this will help out many others who are in the same situation.

 

[KB084RUNNER]

I would do:

Timing belt
Cam & Crank seals
water pump & coolant flush (Toyota long life)
thermostat
serpentine belt
pcv valve
clean MAF sensor
Do a cooler line fluid exchange on the trans. (WS atf)
diff oil (I use Mobil1 75w90 )
( if it is a 2wd you don't have a tcase)
Flush brake fluid.
New plugs (factory)
air filter

Shocks/struts? Probably not until 150k

 

[Presta24]

I would do:

Timing belt
Cam & Crank seals
water pump & coolant flush (Toyota long life)
thermostat
serpentine belt
pcv valve
clean MAF sensor
Do a cooler line fluid exchange on the trans. (WS atf)
diff oil (I use Mobil1 75w90 )
( if it is a 2wd you don't have a tcase)
Flush brake fluid.
New plugs (factory)
air filter

Shocks/struts? Probably not until 150k

I would add water pump to that as well

 

[cknsls@adelphia]

I have read elsewhere that cam and crank seals ARE NOT problematic on the V8s.

FYI....

 

[Presta24]

I have read elsewhere that cam and crank seals ARE NOT problematic on the V8s.

FYI....

ya i have also read that u do the cam/crank seals at 180k, or your 2nd water pump/timing belt change

 

[4Runner8]

if i have 115k miles on my 03 v8 should i do the rear diff fluid change? trying to find an answer also could someone explain the water pump and when it should be changed. thanks

 

[cknsls@adelphia]

if i have 115k miles on my 03 v8 should i do the rear diff fluid change? trying to find an answer also could someone explain the water pump and when it should be changed. thanks

See above posts.....And yes the rear diff. should be changed, if you haven't done it at regular intervals.

Your owner's manual is a great reference.

 

[Samsonite]

if i have 115k miles on my 03 v8 should i do the rear diff fluid change? trying to find an answer also could someone explain the water pump and when it should be changed. thanks

Yes do your diff fluid change if you havent done it at regular intervals. Just search rear diff fluid change on here and it is an easy job. Or take it somewhere and pay about $75-100.

FOr your water pump. Have you done your timing belt yet. If not I would suggest you do it soon as you may be running on borrowed time. THe reason for doing the water pump at the same time as your timing belt is that when they are in there doing the timing belt, your water pump is right there and easily accessed. If you choose to do your belt and water pump at different times you will be paying double the labor charge to access the same area. If you have already done then belt I would wait until either the water pump goes out or your next timing belt change @ 180k miles (timing belt is recommended every 90K). Hope this helps.