Might be picking up a '91 tomorrow!

RPTFE00

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So I found a 91 SR5 that I really like and I'm checking it out tomorrow to add to my 4Runner family. Just have some concerns on the milage of it. ODO says 246k with the V6 in it. Manual, 4X4. Anything I should know about that 2nd gen drivers have experienced at that high of miles? Thanks guys!
 
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At that age... general mechanicals. Of course, the 3.0 is known for the headgasket problem, so you could check to see if they've been done and how recent. Timing belt age may be a concern. But otherwise... you should be good!
 
As HIU mentioned above, the head gaskets and timing belt are good ones to ask about. The automatics sometimes have issues with solenoids going out, but if it shifts fine all the way through OD when cold, you are probably fine there. Rear springs will sag and need replaced. Rear windows tend to get balky due to rust build-up inside (factory seals didn't keep the water out very well). The head gasket issue is due to the bizarre exhaust routing cooking the head, so you're never fully in the clear unless you switch to headers or a really good wrap around the pipe. Overall, they're solid trucks, and they've given me many years of good service (I've had two stock and one modified 2nd Gens). Look it over good, drive it over the full range (in-town, highway, slow and fast, etc.), and go with your gut--if it seems shaky, walk. If not, enjoy!
 
Mine has almost 260K on it. I love it check the bearing on the fan mount, i also did a water pump and valve cover gaskets on mine. when my bearing went out it took the harmonic balancer with it. just an fyi. If it feels good buy it. If its an automatic your going to want to look into an aftermarket tranny cooler too.
 
Thanks guys, I have always known these to be good trucks, but I wanted to hear from owners of this generation (I have a 3rd gen now) and see what you all say, and you didn't disappoint. Lol thank you, I wish I had a block tester to test the gasket. And it's a manual so I'm good there! Haha
 
General maint..

That's a lot of miles.. I would check all the fluids and joints tomorrow before buying it. If the oil is clean, transmission fluid is nice and red, joints are lubed, radiator fluid is not brown, and brake and steering fluids are full then It was probably taken care of.
 
Well, it wasn't for me. They couldn't tell me when the last time the heads were touched. And it looks good inside and out, but underneath the miles showed. I'll find one that I like, and I'll keep driving my 3rd gen for now. Thank you guys!
 

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