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Discussion in 'New Member Introductions' started by UnbrokenBlue, Nov 17, 2019.

  1. Nov 17, 2019 at 8:49 AM
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    UnbrokenBlue

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    UnbrokenBlue [OP] New Member

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    Just bought my first car - 1997 SR5 4Runner. Joined because I think the lower ball joints are bad (steering wheel groans loudly at low speeds). Don’t really mind though as I Bought mine in otherwise great condition for 250k miles for only $1200. Was wondering if there are any mods/upgrades/tune ups I should go for?

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    UnbrokenBlue, Nov 17, 2019
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  2. Nov 17, 2019 at 8:55 AM
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    Bob

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    Welcome!
     
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  3. Nov 17, 2019 at 12:05 PM
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    SlvrSlug

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    SlvrSlug Slightly bent.

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    Welcome.
     
    SlvrSlug, Nov 17, 2019
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  4. Nov 17, 2019 at 12:42 PM
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    Thatbassguy

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    Thatbassguy New member? Really??

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    RSG sliders, Yakima offgrid basket, Pro-Comp wheels, SOS Streamline bumper and skids, Warn VR EVO10S winch + Ultimate Sidewinder, Bilstein 6112 + 5100 + rear lift coils, Rigid Dually SS ditch lights w/Caliraised brackets and OEM style dash switch
    Welcome!

    I would do the standard tune-up and fluids.

    Also, I would inspect the timing belt and replace if necessary.
     
    Thatbassguy, Nov 17, 2019
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  5. Nov 17, 2019 at 1:43 PM
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    SR5 Limited

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    Wow I will give you 3k for it right now? Is that a recent pic? Everything is still that green?
     
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  6. Nov 17, 2019 at 3:06 PM
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    nice! I agree with ThatBassGuy...get the basic stuff and those ball joints squared away. I'm somewhat new to the platform myself, but have been a Toyota fan for years, I bet that thing will go forever.
     
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