Originally Posted by ayoung101

well, technically, no one NEEEEEDS a 2nd vehicle. but where's the fun in that?

Originally Posted by <96 Runner>

Keep in mind that the 22RET had beefed up engine internals over the 22RE...I think, so be careful. And turboing a 15-year old + vehicle is asking for trouble, especially if it cost $2200. Keep that in mind and best of luck!

Originally Posted by ayoung101

(or does the "t" stand for "turbo"? in which case, nevermind)

Originally Posted by ayoung101

well, i got one yesterday. found an 89 4cyl 5speed for $2700. came with brand new BFG's. he also threw in an entire set of microfilms (including a microfilm machine) that was for the 4runner. he also GAVE me a dual 12" sub box (including subs) and a gigantic amp cuz he was sick of tripping over them in the garage and he said he was getting too old to use them. ALSO, he gave me 2 FULL sets of golf clubs (old, but still!). this truck is in GREAT shape, NO rust around the wheel wells AT ALL. everything works electrically. 108,000 miles on it. the guy works as the parts guy for the local toyota dealership, and HE bought it from the head MECHANIC at the same dealership (who had it since it was new). so i know it was well taken care of. the only thing it needs is an exhaust and i have to fix the e-brake cable. (any suggestions for exhaust/headers? possibly remove the *cough*cat-convertor*cough*. excuse me, i must've caught a virus or something) and, of course, there's a countless number of mods that i will be forced to do with time. what do you think? (this is the picture that came with the online ad. it's the best one i have at this time, but there WILL be more.)

oh, one wierd thing that happened. one thing i made sure to ask was if the rear window worked. he proved to me that it did (put it down and up before the test drive, and opened the tailgate). later on, when i went to put all the other stuff that he was giving to me for free, suddenly the window wouldn't budge. he said that it's never happened before. is it possible that it died right then and there? i guess i should say, is it LIKELY? what do you think/what should i do to fix it?

Originally Posted by My99

Nice find!

Did you check the "lock" switch located on the console by the up/down button?

Originally Posted by jackamot

1.) if there both paid for go for it ... and i would keep the celica ( coolness factor ) and you'll need when gas prices jump .
2.) my favorite version is 1 gen ( no offense to any one else out there ) and yes i currently own a 1st gen ... 276000 miles and counting 4cyl 5 speed
3.) some probs i have noticed it loves to burn light weight and syn. oils so i currently have switched to 20 50 and my rig loves it . so far no probs ( fingers crossed )
4.) i do recommend that you test out the 4 wheel options on your rig b4 you go wheelling you will see what i mean you want to get a feel of how it runs ..
5.) haven't removed the top yet but i look foward to doing so in the summer waiting till i find a cool canvas top ... ( check out the thread on favorite runners one of the guys has a really awesome runner with a cool top . )
6.) if your truck is sagging in the back which seems to be common with all runner and all gen i would choose the add a leaf option it balanced my truck perfectly ...
7.) lastly and you'll here this from everyone here ditch the running boards ... much cooler with out .....
8.) one more thing sounds like you have a good head on your shoulders and yopu take time to think things thru that's nice to here in this day and age ... good luck .. and have fun with your new rig ...

Originally Posted by ayoung101

you're the 2nd person now that has told me to ditch the running boards. (one of my roommates told me to switch them with nerf bars). why? i just can't see why anyone wouldn't like them. anyone got before and after pictures for reference?

Originally Posted by SoCal4Running

Buy a 4runner that doesnt run and put the celica motor in it...wouldnt be any slower than any other 4 poper. Then sell the celica.