New Guy Here
Nov 20, 2003 | 07:05 PM
#21
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From: Orlando, FL
Welcome man!
As Cebby said, nice to have another addition to the growinig 2nd Gen. population!
One thing I would do first hand would be upgrade your rear coils to the 1.5" Downey HD Coils...ask Mike from XTreme Off-Road about them...he can get you a good deal on em too!
Fink
EDIT: Forgot I am dealing with a nOOb...those beefed up rear coils will deal with the well-known 2nd Gen. rear-end sagging problem. Major difference in appearance.
Last edited by Fink; Nov 20, 2003 at 07:06 PM.
Nov 20, 2003 | 07:16 PM
#22
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From: Wandering around Phoenix
Check out my FAQ, it'll answer a lot of you questions:
http://www.robinhood4x4.com/FAQ.htm
http://www.robinhood4x4.com/FAQ.htm
Nov 20, 2003 | 07:22 PM
#23
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From: Vancouver, BC
Re: New Guy Here
Originally posted by 4RunninTyler
Hows it going. I just got this site from a friend of mine. I bought a 1991 4Runner SR5 last week. I am already in love. Its my first 4Runner, i have wanted one since i was 14 years old though. It has a lot of miles, 190,000 but rides exceptionally smooth. I also bought a Chiltons Guide on it. I am not a master mechanic, but i can work on a car with a guide book. If anyone out there can tell me some major things to look for with a 91, or that 2nd Gen in general i would really appreciate it.
I am glad to finally be in your world...haha. I look forward to reading and posting threads. Im glad there is a site like this out there.
I live in Lakewood WA, so if there is anyone in my area who knows a lot about them that would rock too. Thanks guys, and gals, ill talk to you later.
Hows it going. I just got this site from a friend of mine. I bought a 1991 4Runner SR5 last week. I am already in love. Its my first 4Runner, i have wanted one since i was 14 years old though. It has a lot of miles, 190,000 but rides exceptionally smooth. I also bought a Chiltons Guide on it. I am not a master mechanic, but i can work on a car with a guide book. If anyone out there can tell me some major things to look for with a 91, or that 2nd Gen in general i would really appreciate it.
I am glad to finally be in your world...haha. I look forward to reading and posting threads. Im glad there is a site like this out there.
I live in Lakewood WA, so if there is anyone in my area who knows a lot about them that would rock too. Thanks guys, and gals, ill talk to you later.
And
Let us see your 4 Runner. Inside and outside.
Nov 20, 2003 | 10:56 PM
#28
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From: ASU
welcome man,
i have a '90 runner, go 2ng gen!
anyway the first things i think are fun to do to get yourself acquainted with your new baby is probably stuff like new plugs, an oil change, some simple mods like opening up the airbox a bit and brushing out the throttle body. just some simple little stuff that can make enough of a difference to make you feel like you accomplished something.
Maybe later when you feel like spending a bit o' cash i would recommend doing a small lift by installing the downey coils that were mentioned earlier and cranking up the front torsion bars just a touch, and installing some ow profile bump stops. that is about the best most economical suspension upgrade for the second gen, unless you plan on getting crazy and doing a solid axle swap!
by the way did you mention what engine you have? i must have missed it :beaver:. i ask because if you have a v6 then the head gasket is something you ought to look into, heck you might even get a brand new engine out of the deal! but if you have a 22re 4cyl then the timing chain is the big issue there if it hasnt been replaced.
nothing i have experienced with my rig have been too much to handle or too expensive, especially since these yotas are so easy to work on yourself, just dive in! go toyota!
i have a '90 runner, go 2ng gen!
anyway the first things i think are fun to do to get yourself acquainted with your new baby is probably stuff like new plugs, an oil change, some simple mods like opening up the airbox a bit and brushing out the throttle body. just some simple little stuff that can make enough of a difference to make you feel like you accomplished something.
Maybe later when you feel like spending a bit o' cash i would recommend doing a small lift by installing the downey coils that were mentioned earlier and cranking up the front torsion bars just a touch, and installing some ow profile bump stops. that is about the best most economical suspension upgrade for the second gen, unless you plan on getting crazy and doing a solid axle swap!
by the way did you mention what engine you have? i must have missed it :beaver:. i ask because if you have a v6 then the head gasket is something you ought to look into, heck you might even get a brand new engine out of the deal! but if you have a 22re 4cyl then the timing chain is the big issue there if it hasnt been replaced.
nothing i have experienced with my rig have been too much to handle or too expensive, especially since these yotas are so easy to work on yourself, just dive in! go toyota!
Nov 20, 2003 | 11:42 PM
#29
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From: Lakewood Washington
Yeah i have the V6 engine, so i am going to call toyota tomorrow and find out about the block. i dont suppose you know off hand the number i need to call to find out do you? or should i just take it in to a dealership...
Nov 22, 2003 | 10:00 AM
#32
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From: Kirkland, WA
https://www.yotatech.com/~corey/help.htm
try that. if that doesn't work, message me and i'll try and help you out. im so bored. stupid work!
try that. if that doesn't work, message me and i'll try and help you out. im so bored. stupid work!
Nov 22, 2003 | 10:19 AM
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From: Lakewood Washington
Nov 22, 2003 | 10:22 AM
#34
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you have to give us the link to your public page, like mine is....
http://community.webshots.com/user/kevywevy84
it should give it to you when you go to look at your albums. it should give you a link.
http://community.webshots.com/user/kevywevy84
it should give it to you when you go to look at your albums. it should give you a link.
Nov 22, 2003 | 10:41 AM
#35
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From: Seattle, WA
You guys sound like a bunch of porn addicts, need your pic fix!
Welcome to the board, and definitely check out www.4roc.org. I notice a few of you washington boys on this board are local and haven't signed up yet. Don't make me sick Kevy Wevy on you, you wouldn't like him when he's angry.
Welcome to the board, and definitely check out www.4roc.org. I notice a few of you washington boys on this board are local and haven't signed up yet. Don't make me sick Kevy Wevy on you, you wouldn't like him when he's angry.
Nov 22, 2003 | 11:02 AM
#37
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From: Stuck in San Jose, CA
Welcome
Hey congrat on the 2nd gen
Mines a 2nd too. Dream big dreams and have fun you'll be surprised at what your runner can do...try to read as much as you can before doing anything to your rig. I changed my mind a couple of times. There are really good people here on the web site and they are very helpful.
peace and good runnings to you
Big Kahuna
Mines a 2nd too. Dream big dreams and have fun you'll be surprised at what your runner can do...try to read as much as you can before doing anything to your rig. I changed my mind a couple of times. There are really good people here on the web site and they are very helpful.
peace and good runnings to you
Big Kahuna
Nov 22, 2003 | 11:38 AM
#39
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From: Stuck in San Jose, CA
Cool 2nd genner
Hey
Here's a pic of my runner
I got 15x10 rims w/ 31x10.5 tires
tint
kenwood system
and repaired the
head gaskets due to recall (in other words Free)
Replaced rear main seals, radiator, and had starting problems but everything if fine now
wheel in Hollister and going to Pismo Beach next week for some sand running..
Catch ya later
Big Kahuna
Here's a pic of my runner
I got 15x10 rims w/ 31x10.5 tires
tint
kenwood system
and repaired the
head gaskets due to recall (in other words Free)
Replaced rear main seals, radiator, and had starting problems but everything if fine now
wheel in Hollister and going to Pismo Beach next week for some sand running..
Catch ya later
Big Kahuna
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