Hi-Lux Surf Tyre Pressuresby (no login)I have just bought a 2.4 T/D Hi-Lux and it is fitted with Bridgestone 265/70 R15 Dueler H/T 686 Tubless steel belted radial M+S. As I have not got a manual, could anyone advise me of the correct tyre pressures. I contacted Bridgestone and they told me that they did not have my veh model listed and could not help me. Thanks in advance Dusty from IP address 213.122.46.245 |
Tire Pressuresby Andrew (no login)Have you had a look at the drivers side door and around this area? Usually tire pressures are on a sticker in this area. About tire pressure, depends on what you want it for. Up where I live it is rocky and I run pressures around 40 psi. I think the sticker on my car says run at 28 psi. But if I ran this over rock I would get punctures. from IP address 144.134.145.43 |
tyre pressureby (no login)I used to work at a tire store and have a 4runner now. Might I recommend any where from 29 to 33 lbs. After that it kinda rides slightly rough.  from IP address 216.116.191.62 |
2000 4-runner rear endby corey (no login)I was just wondering what is the cheapest way to get a more active limited slip rearend. I dont want to spend megga bucks, but i do like to hot rod her every once in a while, and i can only get positive traction burnouts every once in a blue moon. I thought maybe when its time for new tires more street type tires would be easier to turn over than the stock michelins. I thought maybe the rear end is running a lil low on fluid, I could check it....any help would be appreciated guys. thnx from IP address 192.216.207.76 |
Bilstein or OME?by pekong (no login)I got a 96 4runner 2WD and thinking to replace my stock shocks. No plans on lowering or raising my suv but just would like your recommendations. My suv drives stiff these days and been planning to replace. I want a softer/smooth ride but at the same time not sacrificing my control on the road. I drive 98% of the time on city streets and highways. I heard bilsteins are a bit stiff, should I go with Old Mans Emu? Appreciate any input. Thanks. from IP address 198.64.35.235 |
OMEby Dazza (no login)I just put OME on my 93 surf and i reckon they have a nice ride. Not too stiff but not quite bouncie either. Go OME. from IP address 210.50.32.248 |
Re: Bilstein or OME?by (no login)i also have a 96' 2wd, i got bilstein shocks and they have a much softer ride than the ome shocks, i recommend them highly. from IP address 67.35.10.122 |
Bilstein or OMEby pekong (no login)Thanks for the input. When you had bilsteins put in your suspension, did you change your springs as well? I have no plans of changing the stock springs for now. Just want to have a smooth ride. (Grandpa's dentures keep falling off.) from IP address 198.64.35.47 |
bilstein or omeby (no login)no i didnt change my springs, i did let the dealer replace whatever it was that was recalled. you dont need to change the springs , trust me the ride will be much smoother. from IP address 67.34.9.137 |
bilstein or omeby pekong (no login)yeah, i also had that rear spring recall done on my suv a few months ago. noticed they put a softer spring with a cone rubber in it. appreciate your input. thanks a lot. the bilsteins are on their way now. from IP address 198.64.35.195 |
bilstein or omeby freddy (no login)let me know how it turns out from IP address 67.35.5.4 |
bilstein or omeby pekong (no login)i will. already got the rear shocks. the front shocks are back-ordered though. might get it and installed by mid oct. thanks again for your time in answering my postings. from IP address 198.64.38.149 |
bilstein or omeby pekong (no login)freddy, got the bils put in this weekend. it's a lot better than the stock shocks i have. i no longer feel the jittery ride, its smooth and rebound is better. the money spent on these shocks are worth it. thanks again. from IP address 198.64.38.148 |
bilstein or omeby (no login)anytime, glad it worked out! from IP address 67.34.92.217 |
98 4 Runner Rough Rideby (no login)I want to order some new shocks for my 4 Runner. The ride has always been poor. Where did you get your shocks? Front and Rear replaced? My truck is almost perfect except for the ride. I don't recommend a 4Runner to friends because of the ride, and that is a shame. I thinks Toyota should have recalled the shocks. thx for any help. tim from IP address 65.70.1.129 |
Problems with Hilux Surf, Automatic-1993 VZNby (no login)Hie folks, Some advise please. My 1993 surf has done 70 000 kilos.I have no manual for it. When l speed up to 110 km/hr-some smell from the engine comes up and l can t tell what it is. Some people think its fuel others think its something else... Secondly, when l drive on hard surfaces--at times l get some clicking sound from below, as if the car is hiting some objects on the gorund when in fact its not. Anyone has a similar problem?? Finally--how can l get an owners manual? Thanks guys from IP address 62.162.105.22 |
22R-E fuel injector variations among years (85-95)by (no login)I was wondering if someone knew the several different types of fuel injectors (physical plug/resistance differences) within the 85-95 22R-E.Could someone post the website that has the pictures and the different years?.Thank you. from IP address 142.177.71.13 |
differential lock stuck in 4WDby (no login)I have a '94 Hi Lux Surf 3.0 TD. Whenever I select 4WD the diff lock engages on all wheels making turning almost impossible at low speeds. Can anyone out there please advise? many thanks from IP address 172.186.169.113 |
diff Lockby (no login)Hi, I also have this problem on my 1994 2.4 Surf. Did you find out what may be causing this ? regards. from IP address 213.120.56.33 |
Under powered 92 Toyota Hi lLux surfby Karl (no login)I recently replaced my LT2 engine with like but have found the vehicle is very under powered (especially driving uphill),compared to my old engine (old engine seized). I fitted a new air & fuel filter and refitted the original fuel pump.When the accelerator pedal is to the floor the exhaust emmissions are very clean, no black,white or blue smoke. It appears to be fuel starvation, can anybody please help. from IP address 217.23.170.228 |
red button and e.c.tby (no login)hi i have a toyota surf 2.4 td i can not find out what the red button above the auto shift ts for and wat is the button that says ect i got no idea.plz help from IP address 203.134.25.193 |
Re: red button and e.c.tby Anonymous (no login)ECT means electronically controlled transmission. from IP address 62.162.105.22 |
Red Buttonby K O'Brien (no login)The reb button is used in case the battery dies and you would need to move the gearshift into Neutral (because you can only move it when the engine is running). By pressing the red button, it allows the shifter to move to Neutral. I own a 1992 2.4td auto Surf. from IP address 204.193.32.124 |
red button or ectby mark (no login)it is like an overdrive or a tranny turbo if you hit the button on a hill or to pass somebody you will accelerate much faster,. from IP address 165.121.35.206 |
red button and ect.by (no login)The button on the side of the shift lever is to switch in the overdrive. There is another switch in front of the shift lever which is basically Sport or Economy mode. In sport mode you can rev the engine higher before it changes gear. Hope this helps, Len. (from the uk but living in Bulgaria where I have great fun with my 2.4 TD Surf. from IP address 82.103.101.6 |
Turbo boost controllerby Paul (no login)Has anyone fitted one of these to a 2.4TD Surf. If so how much extra boost and what noticable performance gains ???? from IP address 203.202.23.100 |
Untitledby Milad (no login)In terms of performance how is driving your automatic transmission like a manual. E.G. Shifting from L to 2 to D (WITH OD OFF) then OD ON Is that the same idea? Or are you loooking at two different things? from IP address 65.48.38.165 |
A Few questions.by Milad (no login)Does enabling the 4WD mode in the 2000 SR5 consume more gas? Is ECT recommended for speeding? Or is there other purposes. Thank you in Advance from IP address 65.48.38.165 |
Re: A Few questionsby (no login)According to information in the owner's manual, the ECT switch is pushed when you need extra power going up hills. It does seem to give my RAV4 a little boost as it is sluggish on hills. from IP address 24.45.206.68 |
Re: Re: A Few questionsby Milad (no login)Thanks. So then in essence, it should give you a little extra speed. Does it resemble the Power button in Nissans because that according to the Manual revs the engine higher and therefore speeding up your car. from IP address 65.48.38.165 |
light switchby (no login)does anyone know where the pin switch that activates the rear dome light for the lift gate is on a 96 4runner? I've tried to locate it and can't find it. It's not comming on when the lift gate is opened. any help would be great. Also looking for some fender flares. anyone have used ones????? Xengxue xy137@excite.com from IP address 134.193.94.26 |
Supercharging my 3.0 liter 4Runnerby (no login)Still looking for a response from anyone who may know what my options are. I have a 95 4Runner 4x4, with a 3.0 liter V-6 and I want some performance mods done. One item that I am making no progress on is a Supercharger for this specific engine. As I understand it, TRD does not manufacture one. Do I have any other options? If you know of one, feel free to e-mail me with guidance/phone numbers/links. from IP address 68.7.77.236 |
Re: Supercharging my 3.0 liter 4Runnerby (no login)I looked into it several years ago, and found out that the reason no one makes one, is that the head gasket is too weak in our motors. So we're out of luck. Today I saw a guy on ebay put a tacoma 3.4 V-6 in his 91 pickup, and was getting ready to put the supercharger on that. from IP address 159.49.254.12 |
4Runner V6 engineby Dan the Man (no login)I too was wondering about supercharging the 3VZ-E but I doubt there's even enough physical space in the 4Runner engine bay! That's why I was always interested in swapping a 5VZ-FE but had never heard of that being done before. I take it that the pick-up you mention is a HiLux, but does it have IFS like the 4Rununer? How did the swap go? from IP address 203.166.57.12 |
3.0Litre V6 Superchargerby nelson (no login)Check out vortex Superchargers in Australia... they make awesome superchargers that can bolt onto anything. My friends have some one on a 20B RX7 and the other on a Lexus 4.oL V8, they bolt on with minimal mods from IP address 210.54.139.178 |
Sway-A-Wayby Xtreme Off-Road (no login)Hello everyone, just wanted to let you know that we are having a huge discount on Sway A Way coil overs and TJM bumpers...please get in touch if you are interested!!! sales@xtremeoff-road.com from IP address 68.3.119.210 |
Engine Oil Question 2001 4Runnerby (no login)Has anyone ever used the Amsoil or Mobil Synthetic oil. My driving is mostly city and some highway and I am interested in trying it. I have 14k on my newly purchased 4runner and ready for an oil change. from IP address 24.73.97.95 |
Looking for Mirrors for 91 Landcruizerby (no login)Can anyone tell me a good source for aftermarket mirrors for 91-92 Landcruizer. Exterior housing are fine but mirror motors have broken after all these years. Thanks. from IP address 172.160.113.183 |
1996 - 98 4Runner Accessoriesby (no login)I recently bought a 1998 4Runner and I'm having a hard time finding accessories for it. All manufacturers tend to focus on 90-95 and 99-02. I'm looking for a real cool grill guard (Light Bar) for the front of my 98. I could only find the normal suburbia type grill guards (WAAG, Westin, etc.). I want a serious one. Any info appreciated from IP address 198.103.152.3 |
96-98 accessoriesby (no login)if you want the top of the line brushgaurd, go with the jaos, its expensive but it's the best. from IP address 68.17.213.78 |
'98 4runner brakesby Peter (no login)Has anyone out there had any issues around brake vibration? Happens to me when going down a long hill at highway speeds (front brakes get very hot). No, I don't ride the brakes. Dealer says the rotors need resurfacing but I'm not convinced this will solve the problem. Rotors are originals. from IP address 24.64.223.204 |
4 Runner brake vibrationby Morgan (no login)See my message of September 19 under 2000 4 Runner Brake Vibration by Barnes. from IP address 198.81.26.170 |
more brakesby peter (no login)Here is some interesting info on brake problems; could be the pads. www.stoptech.com/whitepapers/warped_rotors_myth.htm I was told it was the rotors but I'm not so sure. from IP address 24.64.223.204 |
a/c 87 surfby (no login)has anybody had any problems with the air con not working mine has been regassed the compressor is coming in the sight glass is clear but no joy the a/c guy said i was getting a vacum where there should be pressure on the out/side of the compressor he thinks there may be a pressure switch or something somewhere but is not familiar with the surf any schematics wiring diagrams or ideas much appreciated......thanks from IP address 195.92.67.70 |
Clear headlight protectorsby (no login)Looking for clear headlight protectors for 95 4runner, anyone know of source? from IP address 63.214.12.246 |
Toyota Sequoia ABS/Traction Control Problemby (no login)I have a 2002 Sequoia 2wd Limited that has had interminent problems where the ABS/Trac Control lights will come on and not go off until the vehichle has been turned off. Additionally, we have had a problem where the traction control will activate when pulling away from a stop. The road is perfectly dry but the system decelerates the vehicle for several seconds. Has anyone else seen similar problems? Thanks, Steven Dunker from IP address 65.70.172.233 |
top end speedby (no login)does anyone know what the top end speed would be on a a 77 4 speed landcruiser with 4:11 gears? what about if it had a 351 cleavland motor fitted? thanks from IP address 210.84.51.174 |
1993 4runner 2nd HEAD GASKET failureby judy (no login)I know I'm not the only one out here facing a 2nd repair. I had if fixed the first time at 51,000 miles under the unannounced recall and now at 110,000 miles they have failed again & Toyota will not cover it a 2nd time! I believe the replacements were still defective. Anyone else out there who found a resolution? HELP from IP address 170.135.240.11 |
Help me with this purchase decision??????????by (no login)I've been looking at a 94 Toyota 4x4 with V6, Xtracab, 79K miles, 32" tires on aftermarket wheels in beautiful condition for $8,000 from a private owner..(See picture) [img]  [/img]I previously owned a 1994 Toyota 4x4 regular cab with the 4cylinder 22r.. I've driven this V6 twice, and althought it runs very good, I can't get over how noisy this V6 is!! It is VERY audible from the cab at highway speeds, with the AC on, but less noticeable with the windows down.. This truck is immaculate structurally, and if it has ever been off road, there is no evidence of it.. The owner says that the noisiness is coming from around the shifter boot, as it doesn't seal right after the 3" body lift.... If I cover the opening with my hand it does quiet down some, but I can't get over the clatter coming from the engine at highway speeds.. Are these engines particularly noisy?? or noisier than the 22R's??? from IP address 65.163.230.226 |
Surf Board Racks/4Runnerby (no login)I just got a 4 Runner and it didn't come with roof racks, I am trying to find out if I need the Toyota Roof Rack they provide as well as the Thule racks or what I need to do to set up this rack system. No one seems to know. Help! from IP address 63.68.27.50 |
Hilux diesel owner servicingby (no login)My 1999 Hilux diesel is now out of warranty. It's an Australian model 2WD with a single cabin & a flat tray back. I wish to start servicing it myself. What workshop manual would the forum suggest? The dealers version comes in about 3 volumes!!- is there a generic version on the market yet? I have literally decades of owner service & repair experience with VW's MG's etc but this will be my 1st diesel. Apart from more regular filter changes to make sure the fuel's clean I would imagine diesels should really be easier to service than a petrol vehicle. from IP address 139.134.58.153 |
diesel serviceby geodon (no login)Sorry, it's a normally aspirated 3 litre with manual transmission from IP address 139.134.58.153 |
3litre surfby darren (no login)Just like to know from ppl if they know of any potential problems from 3 litre deisel turbos. I am about to buy a 93' surf hilux 3litre turbo deisel. from IP address 203.134.132.65 |
Overheatingby (no login)I have a '93 4runner V6 that overheats when driven. After buying it we found the thermostat had been cut out. We replace with a normal thermostat and it overheated. The first thing we did was sniff the coolant for exhaust gases and there were none. We have replaced the radiator, water pump, fan cluch and the thermostat several times(including drilling vent holes in the thermostat which help a little but didn't solve the problem). We've had it checked by a Toyota dealer and they could only find the fan clutch which we replaced. The thermostat is at the bottom of the engine which makes it like impossible to get the air out of the system. We've used a special burping tool but it seems like a short time after burping the air out more air prevents the thermostat from opening. The problem with a cut out thermostat is that it is an automatic and the engine doesn't get hot enough to activate overdrive. Help!!!!! from IP address 63.50.134.211 |
Sequoia Brush Guardby (no login)Last message seemed to have gotten hung up. Anyway, could someone please advise on a good guard for a Sequoia? Thank you very much. from IP address 205.188.209.144 |
Check Engine Light - 1998 RAV4by (no login)My check engine light came on today when I was driving my 1998 RAV4. It stays on continuously. The car has 81,000 miles on it. Any ideas what the problem could be? I can't get to dealer until Mon. a.m. Thanks from IP address 24.45.206.68 |
Re; Check Engineby Milad (no login)Could be the actual sensor, or something wrong with your gearbox. from IP address 65.48.38.165 |
Re: Check Engineby (no login)Thanks for your reply. I ended up taking the car to the dealer where it was diagnosed as a problem with the emissions system....i.e. EGR flow valve, modulator, etc. from IP address 24.45.206.68 |
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