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Replacing coolant hoses advice?

Discussion in '1st Gen 4Runners (1984-1989)' started by chrismlecroy, Oct 23, 2018.

  1. Oct 23, 2018 at 3:04 PM
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    chrismlecroy

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    chrismlecroy [OP] New Member

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    Hey all,

    89 4runner 4 cyl. automatic.

    Looks like I need to replace all of my coolant hoses since 2 have failed in the last 3 weeks, and unfortunately some of them are out of my abilities to self-perform. Can someone give me a reasonable price estimate/guess for what I could expect for this repair if I take it to a shop? Assuming radiator flush needs to go along with it, and probably replace the thermostat also.

    many thanks,
     
    chrismlecroy, Oct 23, 2018
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  2. Sep 9, 2019 at 6:15 PM
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    NightOwl

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    NightOwl 1985 Toyota 4 Runner DLX 22REC

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    LCE header, 2.5 inch exhaust, 31x 10.50 BF Goodrich, 15 X 8 aluminum wheels, Bilstein Shocks, 3 inch lift kit, 3M fender flares
    Late reply sorry...I did have the dealer replace all the hoses...i didn't have the time and it was pricey for sure over 300.00...but I let them replace the stock thermostat with a Toyota...It would heat up to the red fast so I replaced it with an LCE thermostat and it works Great!!! Get the LCE thermostat for sure it's much better and has a small by pass hole that helps your engine heat up a little smoother!!!
     
    NightOwl, Sep 9, 2019
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  3. Sep 10, 2019 at 4:18 AM
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    DGP1961

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    Hey they get what they get nothings cheap anymore.
     
    DGP1961, Sep 10, 2019
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