What did you do with your 4runner today?

[royal T4R]

That makes a lot of sense, thank you for saving lives!

You too can do the same! Basic CPR is something I feel most people should know. The most important part about CPR they teach right now is the compressions. If you aren't doing compressions then you aren't pumping blood flow, rescue breaths would be useless.

Most pharmacies offer intranasal Naloxone which is way easier to use but I received two of these kits for free so I guess why not put one in the rig.


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[K-D-Runner]

I saw this neat storage idea and I am waiting till they make a connector that runs across the headliner. It would be an awesome way to hang gear as well as my first aid kit.

I assume this is in reference to my suggestion to victory 4x4? If so you should definitely let them know you too would find it useful!

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[montijo505]

Picked up a license plate frame with LED lights for the new bumper. Got it mounted and wired up easily by splicing into the trailer harness with a t tap. Now I can drive at night again!



Trying to decide on what type of auxiliary lighting to throw into the rear. Leaning heavily towards some Baja design as I love their products but they’re bloody expensive. I just don’t want to get a cheap pair and have them filled with water in a couple months.

Definitely only spend money once. Go with Baja so you don’t have to waste money on junky lights!


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[montijo505]

That's pretty cool.

In case anyone was wondering.

Toyota 4Runner | Precut American Flag Window Decals | 2003 - 2009 - XPLORE OFFROAD(R)– XPLORE OFFROAD(R) - Custom Aftermarket Accesories | Jeeps, Trucks, SUV, Cars


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[royal T4R]

I assume this is in reference to my suggestion to victory 4x4? If so you should definitely let them know you too would find it useful!

It might have been you on that thread. I'd totally pay for the entire set up for storage. I'd still be able to sleep in the trunk if gear is stored up top.


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[Bluesky 07]

Tried the OP's method of engaging 4HI in this thread and it works. Disclaimer: I used it for 4HI only as I haven't had a problem with 4LO.

Background: I ran across that thread while searching. My 4WD was acting wonky, taking a loooooong time to engage 4HI. In a couple of instances, it never did engage and the lights went off as if it stopped trying. This was puzzling and frustrating in that I "exercise" all 4WD modes monthly per the "use it or lose it" reminder, take care to shift properly into each mode, and that the dealer replaced the actuator when I bought the truck in 2014 since it wasn't working.

I started engaging it each time I drove the 4R and just like my cranky knee, the more the better in terms of proper operation but it still took 15-30 seconds to engage. Yesterday I tried the OP's method and it shifted to 4HI within a few seconds as he said. Seems to be back to normal now. Weird.

As with everything, use at your own discretion and YMMV.

 

[kcdehart]

Tried the OP's method of engaging 4HI in this thread and it works. Disclaimer: I used it for 4HI only as I haven't had a problem with 4LO.

Background: I ran across that thread while searching. My 4WD was acting wonky, taking a loooooong time to engage 4HI. In a couple of instances, it never did engage and the lights went off as if it stopped trying. This was puzzling and frustrating in that I "exercise" all 4WD modes monthly per the "use it or lose it" reminder, take care to shift properly into each mode, and that the dealer replaced the actuator when I bought the truck in 2014 since it wasn't working. I started engaging it each time I drove the 4R and just like my cranky knee, the more the better in terms of proper operation but it still took 15-30 seconds to engage. Yesterday I tried the OP's method and it shifted to 4HI within a few seconds as he said. Seems to be back to normal now. Weird.

As with everything, use at your own discretion and YMMV.

Yeah, I've noticed that method works well for me, as well. I always try to have the steering straight ahead when doing it as it seemed to engage faster that way. I get that the system is made to be able to engage whenever, but I'm sure it has an easier time syncing everything up when there are as few 'variables' (if you will) as possible

 

[kingofthehill]

Got a second punctured tire. I got one a few weeks back caused by a lead tire weight and Now this one was caused by a roofing screw. I was on my way to the local trails to ride my MTB when I noticed. Was at home luckily and was able to get it changed to my spare if a few minutes. I have been driving for 12 years now and I have never had a flat tire, then in less than a 3 week period I get 2. Im going to Firestone on my lunch break to see about getting it patched.

 

[Doozi]

Missed a milestone.

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[Lapooa_338]

Camping at

my secret spot [emoji6]

 

[hinmo24t]

Diff breather relocated

Got to relocate my diff breather to my tail light. Looked at gas line route but it seemed like double membrane or tight if slicing thru from bottom. I found gaskets to route up to the tail light cubby with 7' continental 5/16 line union/new nipple. My old breather was shot could be worth a look to see if yours has rust on it.

Happy 4th!

 

[TheLincolnGreen]

Strut replacement fail

Planned on replacing my front strut assemblies today , but after removing the first one I've decided to return the ones I bought. It was most likely my fault for ordering taco strut assemblies thinking they would be slightly taller and heavier.
The Gabriel G57010 Ultra ReadyMount Loaded Strut Assembly was a bit shorter and had lighter looking springs than what is currently in my 2000 4runner.

 

[zimdba]

Some good, some bad.

I did a brake fluid flush after 2.5 years and 19K miles. The last guy who did it couldn't understand either TIS or the damn instructions I printed out. So needless to say the pedal is a lot firmer and it brakes a lot better. I can't say that it's perfect, since it's been 2.5 years since it was. Maybe I could have flushed some more fluid through.

I rotated the tires and attempted to grease the end-links, sway bar bushings, and driveline, but my grease gun jammed 20% of the way into it.

I also noticed that both inner CV boots had failed. The passenger side has been done for awhile, but the driver's side still had plenty of grease in it. I'll probably replace them soon, as I'm planning on ripping out the X-REAS this summer at the same time.

 

[montijo505]

I did a brake fluid flush after 2.5 years and 19K miles. The last guy who did it couldn't understand either TIS or the damn instructions I printed out. So needless to say the pedal is a lot firmer and it brakes a lot better. I can't say that it's perfect, since it's been 2.5 years since it was. Maybe I could have flushed some more fluid through.



I rotated the tires and attempted to grease the end-links, sway bar bushings, and driveline, but my grease gun jammed 20% of the way into it.



I also noticed that both inner CV boots had failed. The passenger side has been done for awhile, but the driver's side still had plenty of grease in it. I'll probably replace them soon, as I'm planning on ripping out the X-REAS this summer at the same time.

I would recommend cvj axles and get the OEM boot option. I replaced the regular ones a few times as I was unaware the OEM boots are stronger/thicker plastic than the standard option they offer.


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[zimdba]

I would recommend cvj axles and get the OEM boot option. I replaced the regular ones a few times as I was unaware the OEM boots are stronger/thicker plastic than the standard option they offer.


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These? $400 seems spendy for a mall crawler. The passenger side was rebooted at 55K miles ago, the driver's side 65K miles and 8+ years ago. I hope the 4Runner will last through my daughter's undergrad (so another 6 years), so maybe it's worth it.

 

[montijo505]

These? $400 seems spendy for a mall crawler. The passenger side was rebooted at 55K miles ago, the driver's side 65K miles and 8+ years ago. I hope the 4Runner will last through my daughter's undergrad (so another 6 years), so maybe it's worth it.

If yours aren’t making noise, just spilled the grease you can get the kits for about $60 shipped from eBay to reboot them. It’s not a hard job


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[hinmo24t]

Planned on replacing my front strut assemblies today , but after removing the first one I've decided to return the ones I bought. It was most likely my fault for ordering taco strut assemblies thinking they would be slightly taller and heavier.
The Gabriel G57010 Ultra ReadyMount Loaded Strut Assembly was a bit shorter and had lighter looking springs than what is currently in my 2000 4runner.

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[azgold]

After 210 K miles, I decided to remove the carbon filter on my 1GRFE.

I took some rubber hose and blew through the filter to see if there was resistance. There was quite obvious resistance. So I decided to remove it.

 

[kcdehart]

Replaced my rear brake rotors as my 4th of July fun..no more vibrations!

Yesterday I replaced my needle bearing with the ECGS clamshell bushing and put in a new CV since mine was leaking. Not a hard job at all other than getting the CV axle out and getting the new CV in. The internal clips on those things are stubborn!! It's nice to not have rattling/clunking from the loose axle anymore (I also tightened up a swaybar endlink that was doing its fair share of clunking)

You can see where my axle wore down the needle bearing (unless I just don't know what I'm looking at?)

After 210 K miles, I decided to remove the carbon filter on my 1GRFE.

I took some rubber hose and blew through the filter to see if there was resistance. There was quite obvious resistance. So I decided to remove it.

Holy crap your valve cover is clean! I guess that's what I get for getting mine dirty every chance I get

 

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Yes?