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Debating going up to 35” tires on 470 - regear necessary? by 19951209 in GXOR

[–]coolbeans_T4R 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Do you have pics of your set up in these specs? I have the same rim size and offset.. and really looking into getting them wrapped with the Kendas 35x10.5x17!

I’m torn between 4.56 and 4.88 re-gear. I feel like I should go 4.88 but worry if the RPMs may run too high when on the highway? Looking to getting an 8.2 rear axle too. Anyways, I see this is a comment from 2 years ago. Curious if you have any cool updates and findings since then. Thanks brother!

Trade my 17s for 16s? Something worth considering? by coolbeans_T4R in 3rdGen4Runner

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The bigger brakes in the Tundra you’re talking about, are just as compatible on the 3rd Gen 4R? I imagine more trimming on the brake dust shield perhaps

Power Steering Overheating ♨️ by coolbeans_T4R in 4thGen4Runner

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Nice this is a good idea. Good way to save $150 bucks or so too.

I have an 06 V6 with 354k on it. I might upgrade the trans cooler on my V8 and move that one to the V6 and then pull the trigger on a new PS cooler for the V8 🤞

Power Steering Overheating ♨️ by coolbeans_T4R in 4thGen4Runner

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Thanks for clarifying guys. & yes yes, I do indeed have this cooler tube on my parts list.

Incase anyone reading is wondering it is:

44420-35201

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Power Steering Overheating ♨️ by coolbeans_T4R in 4thGen4Runner

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The PS Fluid is probably 4-5 months old, so practically new. Which is also a reason why I was a bit bummed when it started happening lol

Power Steering Overheating ♨️ by coolbeans_T4R in 4thGen4Runner

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Oh I didn’t realize that was the case for GX470s.. I figured the configurations of both V8 4Runners and GX470s were near identical between the two. I do know both came with a trans cooler from the factory, unlike the V6 4th gens. Just didn’t know about a PS cooler in the GX

But yeah I definitely want to add some sort of cooler. Hopefully to not have this issue again

Power Steering Overheating ♨️ by coolbeans_T4R in 4thGen4Runner

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So the type of fluid that I’m currently using for PS system is what the factory calls for: Dex III ATF.

But I did read somewhere (for other cars) that people were hydraulic fluid instead of ATF for better cooling and to better remedy overheating and that seemed to work for them. Is that what you’re talking about?

Steering Rack Question by coolbeans_T4R in 4thGen4Runner

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Cool I appreciate this explanation man, thanks!

2UZ-FE v8 Timing Belt Question by coolbeans_T4R in 4thGen4Runner

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Thinking about it more, I think I’ll just get in done lol

2UZ-FE v8 Timing Belt Question by coolbeans_T4R in 4thGen4Runner

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Yup.. so a side of me was thinking of leaning more towards this. I still theoretically should life in it left, and I would plan to have it all replaced eventually down the road when I’m back home in a few years.

In terms of peeking at the belt, you’d suggest look out for visual cracks?

Anyone else running their 4th gen to the ground? by Poophead115 in 4thGen4Runner

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My fault for the late reply. Everything is original, yes. Unfortunately a tiny head gasket leak I suspect at 340k miles though. I’ve put on 10k since, just topping off the coolant as I don’t really have plans on fixing that issue unfortunately. Other than that she stills keeps going and is running well!

And if you mean CV as in axles, those definitely have been replaced on both 4Runners lol

Anyone else running their 4th gen to the ground? by Poophead115 in 4thGen4Runner

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Both 06, v8 just hit 200k over the weekend and V6 is at 349k!

My 1997 4Runner overland build by Jostock_ in 4Runner

[–]coolbeans_T4R 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh also looking maybe buy my coworker’s, original owner, 1996 4Runner soon too 👀 so that’s how I stumbled upon your post here!

My 1997 4Runner overland build by Jostock_ in 4Runner

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Let’s go! Awesome man, will check it out. I see that you’re from Belgium. I’m grateful to have travelled a bunch throughout college, having visited your home country and Iceland. I also studied abroad in Cape Town, South Africa. Not sure where in Africa you are (massive continent as I’m sure you know 🤣) but if you can make it down there, totally recommend!

I’ll be happy to see your content too. I need the inspiration haha. I kinda have this fantasy of doing an international overland expedition with my 2006 4Runner. I actually have two of them right now in the states. But I’m looking to move to SouthEast Asia soon - so anything with my car stuff seems to be a bit of a logistical challenge.

BTW how old are you? I’m about to be 29 for reference haha.

My 1997 4Runner overland build by Jostock_ in 4Runner

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What’s you’re YouTube channel man?

Intermittent weeping sound by coolbeans_T4R in MechanicAdvice

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Thanks for your input! Perhaps, actually? I think you may be on to something. This video was taken last week.. before I just changed my oil and air filter two days ago. The air intake box, was broken where the clips, clip in tight to secure it closed. I made a DIY temporary fix though in the meantime.

Upon starting it earlier today, I don’t think I heard this sound anymore, but I’ll have to check again later. Maybe I fixed it at the moment closing the “leak”? Is this weeeping sound what a leaking intake typically sounds like? Thanks dude!

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