New to a 96 4Runner limited, Front end issues

KyleT · 09-09-2005, 11:59 AM

I picked up a 96 4Runner Limited with 136k that is in desperate need of a new steering rack, ball joints, and control bushings. What is the best place to try and purchase these items, and what other things should i replace while i have it all apart? the power steering hoses look fine with no leaking so far and the cv boots look good. I plan to replace shocks and springs in the next 6 mos or so but need to do this pretty soon. It has no power steering when turning right.

Thanks, Kyle

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rimpainter.com · 09-09-2005, 12:28 PM

Who told you that all these things need replacing? A reputable mechanic? Often times it is only the steering rack bushings that need to be replaced...$15. Just checking.

KyleT · 09-09-2005, 06:57 PM

yeah a good friend of mine is a mechanic, so we put it up in the air and checked everything out. We are almost posotive the rack has some seals blown internally.

KyleT · 09-09-2005, 06:58 PM

i could feel the bushings and balljoints were shot.

KyleT · 09-11-2005, 08:25 PM

anyone?

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09-09-2005, 06:57 PM	#3 (permalink)
KyleT Registered User Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Fort Worth, TEXAS Posts: 1,087	yeah a good friend of mine is a mechanic, so we put it up in the air and checked everything out. We are almost posotive the rack has some seals blown internally. __________________ - Kyle Former Owner of - 1996 Sunfire Red Metallic 4Runner Limited updated 10/31/06 OEM/TRD Lift Kit #1 from Sonoran Steel with 1 Top-out spacer - Lexus GX470 rims - 295/70r17 Nitto Terra Grapplers Yukon 4.88's, E-Locked Rear, Waiting to blow up front diff #2

09-09-2005, 06:58 PM	#4 (permalink)
KyleT Registered User Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Fort Worth, TEXAS Posts: 1,087	i could feel the bushings and balljoints were shot. __________________ - Kyle Former Owner of - 1996 Sunfire Red Metallic 4Runner Limited updated 10/31/06 OEM/TRD Lift Kit #1 from Sonoran Steel with 1 Top-out spacer - Lexus GX470 rims - 295/70r17 Nitto Terra Grapplers Yukon 4.88's, E-Locked Rear, Waiting to blow up front diff #2

09-11-2005, 08:25 PM	#5 (permalink)
KyleT Registered User Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Fort Worth, TEXAS Posts: 1,087	anyone? __________________ - Kyle Former Owner of - 1996 Sunfire Red Metallic 4Runner Limited updated 10/31/06 OEM/TRD Lift Kit #1 from Sonoran Steel with 1 Top-out spacer - Lexus GX470 rims - 295/70r17 Nitto Terra Grapplers Yukon 4.88's, E-Locked Rear, Waiting to blow up front diff #2

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