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joeynational
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Congrats! If engine and trans is rebuilt then go after suspension/steering components. Drive it and see what it needs. GL
If you haven't already, check for rust around and underneath the fender trim strips. You might need to cut out some rust and do some repair. The most permanent way is to replace the fenders or weld in patches. However, against internet wisdom, I did the repair with screw-in sheet metal patches and Bondo. It's been doing great for 5 years, so I'm happy for now.
Other things:
- Rear springs may be sagging. New springs are not very expensive and replacing them is pretty easy.
- Shocks (I went OEM from an online Toyota parts place) are also worth replacing and not too hard if not rusted too badly.
- Check your CV boots for cracks and slinging grease all over.
- How's the interior? The driver's seat tends to wear out on the outside bolster of the seat cushion where you slide over it when entering or exiting. You can find replacements in a junkyard, or swap the cushion with the passenger side, which puts the damage by the console where it's harder to see, and puts a fresh bolster on the driver's side.
- Chances are the driver's side floor mat is shot. Check online or at auto parts stores for cut-to-fit replacements. I got some rubber ones at Autozone which fit well and are great for muddy backcountry use.
Other things:
- Rear springs may be sagging. New springs are not very expensive and replacing them is pretty easy.
- Shocks (I went OEM from an online Toyota parts place) are also worth replacing and not too hard if not rusted too badly.
- Check your CV boots for cracks and slinging grease all over.
- How's the interior? The driver's seat tends to wear out on the outside bolster of the seat cushion where you slide over it when entering or exiting. You can find replacements in a junkyard, or swap the cushion with the passenger side, which puts the damage by the console where it's harder to see, and puts a fresh bolster on the driver's side.
- Chances are the driver's side floor mat is shot. Check online or at auto parts stores for cut-to-fit replacements. I got some rubber ones at Autozone which fit well and are great for muddy backcountry use.
Blind Cleric
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I agree with everything posted above. Idler arm is common fail point.
Blind Cleric
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If not worn out, keep it that way by not sliding over seat but rather raising your butt enough to clear it, LOL.
4RunnerSean
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Idler Arm
I need to replace my idler arm. Replacement parts vary in price from $30-$300. I figure the $30 replacement part is too cheap, and I am not paying $300 for the Toyota OEM part. Any suggestions?
I need to replace my idler arm. Replacement parts vary in price from $30-$300. I figure the $30 replacement part is too cheap, and I am not paying $300 for the Toyota OEM part. Any suggestions?
4RunnerSean
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Everything RonJR said.
Check your valve covers for signs of oil leaking. You may need to replace the valve cover gaskets. Some small thing to consider replacing once you’ve done the engine and suspension maintenance/replacements:
1. Window motors and assemblies if you have power windows
2. Replace or delete the power antenna
3. Replace all the carpet - and clean the inside really well while you have the seats and carpet out
4. Any old rubber seals and gaskets around the car
Check your valve covers for signs of oil leaking. You may need to replace the valve cover gaskets. Some small thing to consider replacing once you’ve done the engine and suspension maintenance/replacements:
1. Window motors and assemblies if you have power windows
2. Replace or delete the power antenna
3. Replace all the carpet - and clean the inside really well while you have the seats and carpet out
4. Any old rubber seals and gaskets around the car
Blind Cleric
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Moog makes a good replacement.
Jimmy Two Dogs
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May we see some photographs, please? :banana:
Roaring Spider
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I would like to see as well!
joeynational
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Good luck finding replacement gaskets if you are referring to weatherstripping. I took a good 3 hours looking up all the weatherstripping part numbers just to find %90 of them are discontinued.