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New member. 1997 4Runner manual trans 238,000 miles

Discussion in 'New Member Introductions' started by mworth, Dec 24, 2019.

  1. Dec 24, 2019 at 1:29 PM
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    mworth

    mworth [OP] New Member

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    First Name:
    Matt
    Vehicle:
    97 Toyota 4 Runner
    Hi All -
    Here is the history: I have owned my 97 4Runner since 1998 and have brought home 4 newborn daughters in it (yes all girls). I bought it slightly used and this thing won't die, in fact in the past 21 years I have replaced the brakes once, last year (amazing!). My oldest child is almost 21 and I finally have some time to start the modifications (unless the wedding's start happening unexpectedly) that I have been literally dreaming about. Previously I have done a few things just to keep it on the road, as follows - timing belt, clutch, starter, struts/shocks sway bar end links and normal PM. Esthetically - the clear coat is coming off on the hood, showing some rust above the windshield (Utah winters) and one big dent in the hatch back.
    I'm looking forward to posting my progress.

    2019 1224 before.jpg
     
  2. Dec 24, 2019 at 1:30 PM
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    Pinay

    Pinay New Member

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    First Name:
    Monet
    SoCal
    Vehicle:
    2015 Tundra - SR5 - TSS - 4X4 - Blaaack 2010 Tacoma
    Welcome from SoCal!!

    Lookin good!!!
     
  3. Dec 24, 2019 at 4:36 PM
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    SlvrSlug

    SlvrSlug Slightly bent.

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    First Name:
    John
    Ramona Ca.
    Vehicle:
    2017 4-Runner SR-5 P. Kings, Built Right uca’s, Durabumps, RSG sliders
    Welcome.
     
  4. Dec 24, 2019 at 6:38 PM
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    Thatbassguy

    Thatbassguy New member? Really??

    Joined:
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    First Name:
    James
    S/E Wisconsin
    Vehicle:
    2019 TRDORP, KDSS, MGM
    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
    Awesome! That truck is a part of your family:D

    Welcome to the forum!
     
  5. Dec 25, 2019 at 9:04 AM
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    brownbear

    brownbear Relax

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    Brian
    OB Fl
    Vehicle:
    2018 4Runner TRD OFF ROAD
    NFab side steps TRD matte blk wheels K&N airfilter, go rhino rear hitch step,
    Welcome from FL
     
  6. Dec 25, 2019 at 4:24 PM
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    Han4Run

    Han4Run New Member

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    NY
    Vehicle:
    2019 4Runner Pro
    Welcome! Amazing story.
     
  7. Dec 25, 2019 at 5:27 PM
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    Matze

    Matze Fremdsprachler

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    Matt
    Lady Lake, FL
    Vehicle:
    2020 4Runner ORP
    Welcome aboard
     

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