Does the actuator make a sound like it wants to do its thing? If so, have someone hit the AWD button while he is underneath. Gently tap,tap,tap on the actuator with a rubber mallet or the butt end of a hammer while the dash lights flash. Hopefully he'll hear a clunk and it'll pop out. Drive forward and back a couple times while the dash lights are blinking and it might pop out too?
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Does the actuator make a sound like it wants to do its thing? If so, have someone hit the AWD button while he is underneath. Gently tap,tap,tap on the actuator with a rubber mallet or the butt end of a hammer while the dash lights flash. Hopefully he'll hear a clunk and it'll pop out. Drive forward and back a couple times while the dash lights are blinking and it might pop out too?
External Passenger Door Trim Panel Loose
I got a shiny new 1996 4runner limited a couple of weeks ago and have noticed the external trim panel on the passenger door rattles. The two forwardmost clips holding it on have broken and I'm having one heck of a time trying to find out how to get replacements. Any help is appreciated!
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I got a shiny new 1996 4runner limited a couple of weeks ago and have noticed the external trim panel on the passenger door rattles. The two forwardmost clips holding it on have broken and I'm having one heck of a time trying to find out how to get replacements. Any help is appreciated!
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96RedRunner
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Part numbers in thread.
https://www.toyota-4runner.org/3rd-...al-re-install.html?highlight=Cladding+removal
I bought clips at, Automotive Retainers, Clips and Fasteners - ClipsAndFasteners.com
He has tried that, but I may get him to try it again, and try what BAD LUCK mentioned.
Rather than start a whole new suspension question thread, I'll ask this in here:
Has anyone tried both LC 7.5 Wraps and the Toytec 9602RC-P coils on their 4Runner?
I reached out to Toytec with questions about the 9602RC-P but they haven't responded and it's been over 72 hours since I contacted them. I know from some posts I have searched through on here that the Toytec coils will sit @23.5" hub center to fender lip with no additional weight. I have 100# of sand bags, a subwoofer, hi-lift jack, rear hitch and 33" spare to get my LC 7.5 wraps to come down to 23.5". I also need all that weight for good ride quality back there.
I'd like to keep the Tokico Black LC shocks should I decide to get the Toytec 9602RC-P coils.
So, anybody tried both?
Has anyone tried both LC 7.5 Wraps and the Toytec 9602RC-P coils on their 4Runner?
I reached out to Toytec with questions about the 9602RC-P but they haven't responded and it's been over 72 hours since I contacted them. I know from some posts I have searched through on here that the Toytec coils will sit @23.5" hub center to fender lip with no additional weight. I have 100# of sand bags, a subwoofer, hi-lift jack, rear hitch and 33" spare to get my LC 7.5 wraps to come down to 23.5". I also need all that weight for good ride quality back there.
I'd like to keep the Tokico Black LC shocks should I decide to get the Toytec 9602RC-P coils.
So, anybody tried both?
96RedRunner
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[MENTION=711670]Zhehan[/MENTION], popular choices probably discussed here. 3rd Gen 4Runner Lift Information and FAQ's - Toyota 4Runner Forum - Largest 4Runner Forum
I know. Thanks. My question isn't answered in that thread.
I was hoping someone has tried both of these specific springs would chime in because that discussion isn't anywhere on the web.
DJRodriguez88
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I'm going to install my body lift pretty soon here but i noticed most people are lifting from the pinch weld under the rocker.
Since my welded on rock sliders are covering the pinch weld, what's the next best place to lift from?
I was thinking to get 2 jacks and some 2x4's and lift from the floor of the body in 2 places at once, trying to spread the load as much as possible.
Since my welded on rock sliders are covering the pinch weld, what's the next best place to lift from?
I was thinking to get 2 jacks and some 2x4's and lift from the floor of the body in 2 places at once, trying to spread the load as much as possible.
Even if you were lifting from the pinch weld, you should spread the load out with at least 2 pick points, which is how most people do it. A buddy to help you with this job would also be recommended.
96RedRunner
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[MENTION=711670]Zhehan[/MENTION] Gotchya, Email in the get around to it bin, call em.
96RedRunner
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I'd be cautious lifting at floor Rocker is constructed way different.
RocketCityRunner
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Hey all. I recently started modding my 96 limited for overlanding/general off-roading. Just mechanical stuff so far. however, about 3 weeks ago a friend of mine just gave me his 2001 SR5 Sport that the transmission failed in. In his words he "didn't want to mess with it" so he gave it to me and bought a 2013. Now I am in a quandary. I have spent 3 weeks scouring the forums and other resources to decide which platform to build on. So I thought I would poll the group here to get a fresh perspective. Here are the Pros and Cons I have gathered.
96 limited:
Pros:
- Rear E-locker
- 4.30 Gears
- Leather interior is still in good shape
- Mechanically sound
- Known vehicle history
Cons:
- 375k (96) vs 225k (01) miles
- 96 has the missing body mounts that should be added for body lift
- Has an oil leak form the oil cooler or main seal. I haven't narrowed it down yet. Fingers crossed for the oil cooler.
- Paint is in a worse condition than the 01
01 SR5 Sport
Pros:
- Less miles (see above)
- Multi-mode
- Scoop hood looks good
- Better cup holders
- Better climate controls
Cons:
- 4.10 gears
- Not the original rear axles. He slid it into a curb once.
- Cloth interior
- Borken transmission
- Keyhole in tailgate boken
Since I have no experience with the TRAC/VSC system I am not sure if it is a pro or con. I have read many different opinions about it.
I think it would be a shame to just turn one into a parts bin. Both frames are in excellent condition. I plan to sell whichever one I don't choose to build on to help fund some extra mods
. So what do you all think?
96 limited:
Pros:
- Rear E-locker
- 4.30 Gears
- Leather interior is still in good shape
- Mechanically sound
- Known vehicle history
Cons:
- 375k (96) vs 225k (01) miles
- 96 has the missing body mounts that should be added for body lift
- Has an oil leak form the oil cooler or main seal. I haven't narrowed it down yet. Fingers crossed for the oil cooler.
- Paint is in a worse condition than the 01
01 SR5 Sport
Pros:
- Less miles (see above)
- Multi-mode
- Scoop hood looks good
- Better cup holders
- Better climate controls
Cons:
- 4.10 gears
- Not the original rear axles. He slid it into a curb once.
- Cloth interior
- Borken transmission
- Keyhole in tailgate boken
Since I have no experience with the TRAC/VSC system I am not sure if it is a pro or con. I have read many different opinions about it.
I think it would be a shame to just turn one into a parts bin. Both frames are in excellent condition. I plan to sell whichever one I don't choose to build on to help fund some extra mods
. So what do you all think?
connorms
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Hey all. I recently started modding my 96 limited for overlanding/general off-roading. Just mechanical stuff so far. however, about 3 weeks ago a friend of mine just gave me his 2001 SR5 Sport that the transmission failed in. In his words he "didn't want to mess with it" so he gave it to me and bought a 2013. Now I am in a quandary. I have spent 3 weeks scouring the forums and other resources to decide which platform to build on. So I thought I would poll the group here to get a fresh perspective. Here are the Pros and Cons I have gathered.
96 limited:
Pros:
- Rear E-locker
- 4.30 Gears
- Leather interior is still in good shape
- Mechanically sound
- Known vehicle history
Cons:
- 375k (96) vs 225k (01) miles
- 96 has the missing body mounts that should be added for body lift
- Has an oil leak form the oil cooler or main seal. I haven't narrowed it down yet. Fingers crossed for the oil cooler.
- Paint is in a worse condition than the 01
01 SR5 Sport
Pros:
- Less miles (see above)
- Multi-mode
- Scoop hood looks good
- Better cup holders
- Better climate controls
Cons:
- 4.10 gears
- Not the original rear axles. He slid it into a curb once.
- Cloth interior
- Borken transmission
- Keyhole in tailgate boken
Since I have no experience with the TRAC/VSC system I am not sure if it is a pro or con. I have read many different opinions about it.
I think it would be a shame to just turn one into a parts bin. Both frames are in excellent condition. I plan to sell whichever one I don't choose to build on to help fund some extra mods
Could always get the best of both worlds and swap the front dif and rear axle out of the '96 and put it into the '01. It seems like the '01 makes more sense in just about every way besides the elocker so if I were in your position I'd swap it over and sell the '96 if you're mechanically inclined enough to do the swap and throw in a junkyard transmission
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Stevenswick
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New here. Sunroof question
I have a 2002 and the sunroof stopped working. When going to open, it would only open a half inch, then another half inch and that’s as far as it would go. Started taking things apart. When I disengaged the motor, and then tried opening, the motor moved freely. So I thought there was debris in the tracks. So I manually opened the sunroof and there was some bark and other debris. Cleaned it all out and was hopeful that was my problem. Re-engaged the motor and the sunroof closed like normal but still will not open
So I guess that the motor is just about dead? And does not have the strength to open it?
Does that make sense? My other question: my local junkyard only has an 03&04 in their yard. Those are 4th gen, anyone know if those sunroof motors would be work on an 02?
I have a 2002 and the sunroof stopped working. When going to open, it would only open a half inch, then another half inch and that’s as far as it would go. Started taking things apart. When I disengaged the motor, and then tried opening, the motor moved freely. So I thought there was debris in the tracks. So I manually opened the sunroof and there was some bark and other debris. Cleaned it all out and was hopeful that was my problem. Re-engaged the motor and the sunroof closed like normal but still will not open
So I guess that the motor is just about dead? And does not have the strength to open it?
Does that make sense? My other question: my local junkyard only has an 03&04 in their yard. Those are 4th gen, anyone know if those sunroof motors would be work on an 02?
96RedRunner
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[MENTION=740399]RocketCityRunner[/MENTION] 96 is more reliable.
Won't have master cylinder issues won't have ABS/VSC module issues
won't have Trans issue like the 01-02's. Any used trans has to be 01-02 all of them at miles or age make them a risk.
Swapping rear axle requires brake lines going from 96 3 chanel ABS to 01 4 channel ABS. You'll have them.
96 axle brake wheel cylinders aren't compatible with 01 4 chanel system you'll need to swap them.
Been my experience buying 298k mi 01 4x4 LtD @ 227k now.
96Red 4x4 LtD 375k mi no such problems.
Won't have master cylinder issues won't have ABS/VSC module issues
won't have Trans issue like the 01-02's. Any used trans has to be 01-02 all of them at miles or age make them a risk.
Swapping rear axle requires brake lines going from 96 3 chanel ABS to 01 4 channel ABS. You'll have them.
96 axle brake wheel cylinders aren't compatible with 01 4 chanel system you'll need to swap them.
Been my experience buying 298k mi 01 4x4 LtD @ 227k now.
96Red 4x4 LtD 375k mi no such problems.
RocketCityRunner
New member
[MENTION=142122]96RedRunner[/MENTION] Thanks! This is the exact perspective I was tying to find. Really appreciate the information.
96RedRunner
Senior Member
Yah maan, I left out two more things to do with drivetrain swap. :cheers:
Of 01-02 3 strikes against, I've already struck out on two 3rd most expensive.
DJRodriguez88
New member
Did you have another idea? I really dont wanna put a hole in my floor =]
96RedRunner
Senior Member
Had a chance to look a 2x4 used vertically right next to body mount, floor looks solid it holds body in position anyway.
Do this 2-3 locations 2-3 jacks then wood blocks between body and slider while adding B/L, all I got for you.
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