I'm looking to buy an 89 Runner with 22re, 5sp. man. I'm just wondering what kind of milage I can expect to get and will it tow my 19.5' crownline boat. I don't need it to tow it up a mountain, just a few miles down the road to the boat ramp.

anything else I should know about it before buying it?

Thanks.

 

I get around 20 average mpg (combined city / highway) with my 88. you should be within 15% of that, so I'd expect between 17-25 depending on tire size, engine condition, etc.

depends on how heavy the boat / trailer are, but in general should not be a problem. you'll want to invest in, if it doesn't have it, a frame mounted class III or IV hitch assembly. do not use the stock rear bumper for towing. you shouldn't need a load-distributing hitch assembly with the boat trailer since they're pretty well balanced. if the trailer has brakes (which it should) you may need a brake controller in the truck if the trailer brakes are electric. between the hitch and brake controller, expect about 300-400 cost, installed.

and if the truck's getting in the water, be prepared to change the rear gear oil frequently, or relocate the breather up above the waterline.

 

if it's just a few miles down the road what difference does it make?