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10-24-2023, 01:43 PM
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Posted By cgeorge

I just replaced my Pep Boy's special crap plastic...

I just replaced my Pep Boy's special crap plastic radiator with a CSF-2314 and couldn't be happier. I also did the hoses which were more than ready to replace. I got my CSF at Summit for $287 and...
10-24-2023, 01:37 PM
Replies: 19
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Posted By cgeorge

I'm also in VA and have taken my 90 Pickup to...

I'm also in VA and have taken my 90 Pickup to them on more than one occasion. I've never had any damage but like you I drove it in and was a hawk when they did anything to it.

I bet they'll take...
07-13-2023, 07:43 AM
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Views: 264
Posted By cgeorge

5th Gen 4Runner New Borla CAT back exhaust

I have a new in box Borla 140379 Stainless Steel Cat-Back Exhaust System that I'm looking to sell. This fits the 5th GEN 4Runner. I originally purchased this when I was planning on adding another...
01-02-2023, 07:13 AM
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Posted By cgeorge

I recently did mine and it wasn't bad at all. I...

I recently did mine and it wasn't bad at all. I used Permatex 80062 High Tack Gasket Sealant on both sides of the gasket. I've had great luck with this stuff of the years. It not only helps with a...
12-22-2022, 06:35 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,411
Posted By cgeorge

That engine bay looks really good. Thanks for all...

That engine bay looks really good. Thanks for all the options everyone.. I'm hoping to be able to knock mine out after the holidays when I have some $$ to throw at it. I hate it that the truck is...
12-15-2022, 02:12 PM
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Views: 1,411
Posted By cgeorge

Thanks .. I may have to go that route.

Thanks .. I may have to go that route.
12-12-2022, 09:50 AM
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Views: 1,411
Posted By cgeorge

Replacement Head/CAM

There is a good chance that I may need to purchase a new head/cam and was wondering what is everyone's opinion on where to buy? I used engnbldr years ago but he's since retired. Thanks.
05-20-2020, 04:47 AM
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Views: 13,857
Posted By cgeorge

Great photos.. glad this update popped into my...

Great photos.. glad this update popped into my inbox this morning.
03-05-2020, 02:16 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,959
Posted By cgeorge

Yeah, you need to get all of the air out or...

Yeah, you need to get all of the air out or you'll hear air going through your heater core. I change my coolant about every 18 months and it is a process to get all of the air out. The instructions...
02-04-2020, 07:21 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 6,095
Posted By cgeorge

Looks great! That is motivating me to do my...

Looks great! That is motivating me to do my drivers side pan...
Forum: Pre 84 Trucks
03-06-2019, 02:46 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 64,362
Posted By cgeorge

What is the name of this mysterious box?

What is the name of this mysterious box?
03-06-2019, 02:43 PM
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Views: 5,331
Posted By cgeorge

Nice. Did you find the actual leaking hose and if...

Nice. Did you find the actual leaking hose and if so which one was it?
11-05-2018, 01:57 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 11,833
Posted By cgeorge

More Jane pics! :)

More Jane pics! :)
10-28-2018, 01:28 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,952
Posted By cgeorge

I've got a turbo that I'm considering buying that...

I've got a turbo that I'm considering buying that has a bunch of issues like this one. Parts are tough to come by here in Virginia.
10-28-2018, 01:57 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,667
Posted By cgeorge

When I bought my 89 back in 1989 - the gauge only...

When I bought my 89 back in 1989 - the gauge only ever got to 1/3 when everything was "normal". Even the 3.0 I had purchased new ran in the same range.
10-28-2018, 01:56 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,667
Posted By cgeorge

I'm not a magician and I didn't hire one to work...

I'm not a magician and I didn't hire one to work on this issue. A hose was not hooked up to the heater core until Friday morning and the engine was not previous flushed with high pressure water.
...
10-27-2018, 11:10 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,667
Posted By cgeorge

An update -- the truck is finally running at an...

An update -- the truck is finally running at an acceptable temperature. The gauge is fine.

The solution consisted of flushing the engine and the mostly clogged heater core. The engine didn't have...
10-23-2018, 09:56 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,667
Posted By cgeorge

the coolant temperature sensor . I get that...

the coolant temperature sensor .

I get that the stock gauge probably isn't accurate. I'm going to find a better way to take the trucks temp. The IR gun I used yesterday (a SnapOn) showed it was a...
10-23-2018, 09:51 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,667
Posted By cgeorge

No, I have not been able to get my hands on an...

No, I have not been able to get my hands on an OEM.
10-22-2018, 02:32 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,667
Posted By cgeorge

Yep, but I've tried a total of 3 thermostats. All...

Yep, but I've tried a total of 3 thermostats. All new and from different manufacturers. I've also tested each one and they all open.

This whole thing has me baffled.
10-22-2018, 01:36 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,667
Posted By cgeorge

Took a look at the Fluke today. Looks very nice.

Took a look at the Fluke today. Looks very nice.
10-22-2018, 01:32 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 9,481
Posted By cgeorge

I just replaced my sensor on my 1990 22R Pickup....

I just replaced my sensor on my 1990 22R Pickup. It is located near the thermostat housing. Just follow that single wire and you'll find it. I bought my replacement from Autozone and it is a little...
10-21-2018, 11:29 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,667
Posted By cgeorge

What do you use to measure the temp?

What do you use to measure the temp?
10-21-2018, 11:01 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,667
Posted By cgeorge

Thanks. Do you happen to have a manual water temp...

Thanks. Do you happen to have a manual water temp gauge on your 4Runner? If so, which did you go with?
10-21-2018, 10:56 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 6,509
Posted By cgeorge

I'm kind of curious to hear what the other...

I'm kind of curious to hear what the other experienced folks have to say. I have a 4 speed manual in my pickup and always wondered if I could swap it for a 5 speed and what that would entail. I'd...
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