Toy4x4 Digest          Tue, 29 Apr 97 12:30:02 (HST)  Volume 1 : Issue 156
Today's Topics:
 '90 4runner parking brake cable (3 msgs)
 aftermarket EFI computer (2 msgs)
 Aftermarket Horns
 another head gasket (2 msgs)
 anoying buzzer (3 msgs)
 Bio (2 msgs)
 CB Installation
 CB Radio installation (4 msgs)
 CB Whip Antenna
 Clutch adjustment/ Throwout bearing
 Compatible Air Conditioners (3 msgs)
 FW: Bio
 HEAD GASKET was Re: oil leak
 oil leak
 Poll: Low mileage RS9000 shocks going bad??
 Raising my gas tank (3 msgs)
 Second Spare Tire
 shaky side mirrors
 Toy4x4 Digest V1 #154
 Toy Clip Art
 Toyota's Truck Owner's Bible
 V8!!
 What size tires? (2 msgs)
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Date: Tue, 29 Apr 1997 12:36:23 -0400
From: mgetlik@notes.cc.bellcore.com
Subject: '90 4runner parking brake cable
To: Toy4x4@tlca.org
How does one remove the old cable from the parking brake handle??  For the
life of me, I cannot figure out how.
It could be due to all the blood rushing to my brain when trying to ponder
the task  :)  :)
Mike
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Date: Tue, 29 Apr 1997 12:48:07 -0400
From: "Michael Getlik" 
Subject: '90 4runner parking brake cable
To: "Toy4x4" 
How does one remove the old cable from the parking brake handle??  For the life
of me, I cannot figure out how.
It could be due to all the blood rushing to my brain when trying to ponder the
task  :)  :)
Mike
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Date: Tue, 29 Apr 1997 10:07:53 +0100
From: Earle Rother 
Subject: '90 4runner parking brake cable
To: Toy4x4@tlca.org
Mike,
I have had to replace mine and I broke the stop post getting it out - I
don't recall what I did - I will have to go out and look - I do know it was
a strage setup and did not come apart easy - I recall that I busted the
stop peg when I took mine out - I think I used vice grips and attempted to
unscrew it - and snapped it off ...bummer...that's NOT the way to do it. I
think you use a punch and drive it out then you can get the cable out of
the hook??? it's been a long time.  One thing I do know is that when I got
it apart it it was easy to see how it came apart - it was a strange one.
>How does one remove the old cable from the parking brake handle??  For the
>life of me, I cannot figure out how.
>It could be due to all the blood rushing to my brain when trying to ponder
>the task  :)  :)
>
>Mike
Earle Rother
ewr@appsig.com
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Date: Tue, 29 Apr 1997 13:28:36 -0800 (PST)
From: PSHENG@SCUACC.SCU.EDU
Subject: aftermarket EFI computer
To: toy4x4@tlca.org
I put a Pentium 200 w/ MMX and 32 megs of ram in my EFI computer, and
it runs hell better now!!
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Date: Tue, 29 Apr 1997 17:20:07 -0500
From: Steve Capuano 
Subject: aftermarket EFI computer
To: Toy4x4@tlca.org
At 01:28 PM 4/29/97 -0800, you wrote:
>I put a Pentium 200 w/ MMX and 32 megs of ram in my EFI computer, and
>it runs hell better now!!
>
Hey I needed that at the house hope you did not buy the last one.
Steve Capuano
capuano@hypercon.com
NRA lifetime member
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Date: Tue, 29 Apr 1997 10:47:55 -0700
From: Gary Trubin 
Subject: Aftermarket Horns
To: 4runner list 
Guys,
I've been considering replacing the stock "Beep-Beep" wimpy horns with
the aftermarket Hella's. The thing is that I haven't heard how they
sound and would like to have an impression before I commit the money.
Also, what is better and more .....startling....their electronic or the
air horns? Generaly I don't use the horn, but when I do, it needs to
give the person a wakeup call that they will remember for a while.
 - gary -
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Date: Tue, 29 Apr 1997 08:44:16 -0700 (PDT)
From: Kevin Valentine 
Subject: another head gasket
To: Toy4x4@tlca.org
Some of you may remember my recent post about my fathers '91 4Runner
overheating.  Well it did indeed turn out to be another head gasket
failure.  What a crock!  He got an estimate of $2500 for the repair.  Now
he's just hoping Toyota will take responsibility for it.  That's his 2nd
head gasket to fail on his rig since he bought it new in '91.  How long
was Toyota extending the warranty on this again?
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Date: Tue, 29 Apr 1997 12:08:43 -0400
From: djstracher@bbn.com (David Stracher)
Subject: another head gasket
To: kvalenti@potlatch.esd112.wednet.edu
At 8:44 AM 4/29/97, Kevin Valentine wrote:
>Some of you may remember my recent post about my fathers '91 4Runner
>overheating.  Well it did indeed turn out to be another head gasket
>failure.  What a crock!  He got an estimate of $2500 for the repair.  Now
>he's just hoping Toyota will take responsibility for it.  That's his 2nd
>head gasket to fail on his rig since he bought it new in '91.  How long
>was Toyota extending the warranty on this again?
8 years or 100,000 miles, but I've heard of cases over 100,000 being warranteed.
Toyota USA
1-800-331-4331
Good Luck!!
David Jay Stracher
Systems Engineer
BBN Corporation
(617)873-2353  (Phone)
(617)873-4523  (Fax)
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Date: Tue, 29 Apr 1997 11:54:52 -0700 (PDT)
From: Jonathan Albrecht 
Subject: anoying buzzer
To: Toy4x4@tlca.org
Well, I finally did my first modification to my new (to me) 4runner.  I
got rid of that dang buzzer!  Since a few were wondering about that
about 4 months ago, I thought I'd just throw in my $.02 on how I did it.
First, put key in ign, so buzzer turns on.  Look underneath the dash, up
by the brake pedal (or was it clutch?  well it was up next to one of
those) and you'll see a little box, say 2.5"x2"x1" or so.  Anyway, it'll
be making all that noise, so it's pretty hard to miss.  If you touch it,
you can feel it vibrating too.  Next, take out the key, then reach up
and grab the box.  On mine, it was just friction fit on the end of a
piece of sheet metal.  So, I just had to slide it off.  Next, you need
to reach up in there with your other hand, and pull off the wiring
harness.  You need to push in the clip before it will come off, and it
is kinda a pain to do.
With the anoying little thing outa your truck, pop the lid off with a
screw driver.  Then, pull out the circuit board, and you'll see this
little coil and a little piece that can vibrate against it.  Bend that
little piece down away from the coil.  Next, put the box back together,
and re-install it where you found it, with the harness plugged back in.
This way the overhead light still comes on, and nothing else is effected
either, except for the buzzer.
__
Jonathan Albrecht
albr9619@uidaho.edu
http://www.uidaho.edu/~albr9619/
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Date: Tue, 29 Apr 1997 12:58:22 -0700 (PDT)
From: Kevin Valentine 
Subject: anoying buzzer
To: Toy4x4@tlca.org
Sounds like a plan. Now just remember to take your keys with you when you
lock the truck up:-)
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Date: Tue, 29 Apr 1997 16:18:01 -0400 (EDT)
From: DRM033@aol.com
Subject: anoying buzzer
To: Toy4x4@tlca.org
In a message dated 97-04-29 15:11:16 EDT, you write:
> Well, I finally did my first modification to my new (to me) 4runner.  I
>  got rid of that dang buzzer
What is the big deal with the buzzer?  I have seen quite a few posts about
this and wonder if it bothers people that bad.  I guess I just tune it out.
David
DRM033@aol.com
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Date: Tue, 29 Apr 1997 11:12:52 -0400 (EDT)
From: Wbsims@aol.com
Subject: Bio
To: toy4x4@tlca.org
Name: Bart Sims
City & State: Temple, Ga
Country: usa
E-mail address: wbsims@aol.com
Toyota (s) year & model: 1981 pu/lb
Are you a TLCA Member (Y/N/Number?):n
Age: 38
Occupation: Surveyor
Marital Status: m
Hobbies: Hunting, fishing, 4 wheeling, ATVs
How did you find out about the Toyota 4x4 Mailing List: Web page
General info about your vehicle, self, etc.: 1981 4x4, first toyota, previous
4x4s Jeep XJ 1990, 1992 Silverado, 1981 Jeep J10
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Date: Tue, 29 Apr 1997 13:40:06 -0400 (EDT)
From: Carfindr@aol.com
Subject: Bio
To: toy4x4@tlca.org
Hello everyone,
Here's my bio info.
Mike Magree
Parker, Colorado
USA
Carfindr@aol.com
1987 Toyota 4x4 reg. cab
Not a TLCA member yet.
32 years old
Fleet Manager- John Elway Toyota
Married
I enjoy four wheeling, mountain biking, jet-skiing, camping, photography,
vintage
racing-Corvettes and Porsches.
I found this list on off-road.com
My truck was stock for the 1st 1500 miles.
Modifications include:
Convertible top conversion
4" Trailmaster suspension lift
2" bodylift
39x15 Mickey Thompsons
Centerline wheels
5.29 gears
Stage 3 LC Engineering head
Yakima racks- for mt. bikes and snowboard/skis
Honda CRX bucket seats
Double/single chrome rollbar w/5-KC's
Hella H-4 headlight conversion w 55/100 watt bulbs
etc.
No, I don't have any autographed footballs to give away, yes John Elway does
show up at the dealership several times a week.  I sell vehicles to brokers
and
the general public, please call me if you have any questions on Toyota
pricing,
incentives, invoices and I will be more then happy to answer them or find a
vehicle
for you.  I sell vehicles to people in all 50 states including Hawaii and
Alaska.  I
usually can also find the answer to your parts questions.  I look forward to
contrib-
uting to the list and hopefully you might be able to help me in the constant
evolution
of my truck.
Thanks,
Mike
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Date: Mon, 28 Apr 1997 21:25:07 -0400
From: Bob Bascom 
Subject: CB Installation
To: toy4x4@tlca.org
I have an '87 4Runner with the sunroof. If you peel back the little
garnish trim piece. there is just a lip that the head liner wraps
around. I made a bracket that hangs the front of my CB on this lip the
back of the CB is supported by the visor and velcro. I also hace a front
mikie plug. I cut mine and used and old telephone cord to extend it the
mike now comes out of the top of my steering column.
 ----------
 --------------   -
 ----------------------------------
the top and bottom lines are the bracket wrapping around the sheetmetal
lip of the sun roof.  (sorry I can't draw that good)
Its worked real well so far.
Ryan Bascom
bascom@erols.com
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Date: Tue, 29 Apr 1997 08:28:11 -0400
From: Rick Furnival 
Subject: CB Radio installation
To: Toy4x4@tlca.org
Hi all,
I have been trying to come up with a **good** location to install my CB
radio in my 1994 Xtra-Cab P/U.  I saw a web page of photos that showed one
installed in the ashtray position.  This was excellent, but alas, I don't
have a radio that small (and with a front microphone plug).  I thought I'd
pose the question to the list and see what others have come up with in this
area.
Rick Furnival, P.E.
furnival@citizen.infi.net
Sullivan, Donahoe & Ingalls, PC
Engineers, Land Planners & Surveyors
http://www.sdi-pc.com
Phone: 540-898-5878 FAX: 540-898-3390
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Date: Tue, 29 Apr 1997 07:04:40 -0700
From: Scott Wilson 
Subject: CB Radio installation
To: Toy4x4@tlca.org
Rick Furnival wrote:
>
> Hi all,
>
> I have been trying to come up with a **good** location to install my CB
> radio in my 1994 Xtra-Cab P/U.  I saw a web page of photos that showed one
> installed in the ashtray position.  This was excellent, but alas, I don't
> have a radio that small (and with a front microphone plug).  I thought I'd
> pose the question to the list and see what others have come up with in this
> area.
I know many on this list (including me) have replaced their factory
stereo with an aftermarket, and put the CB in right under the stereo,
since the aftermarket stereos are 1/2 the stock size.
Scott
- --
Scott A. Wilson            __o          __o          __o         __o
Santa Clara, CA          _'\<,_       _'\<,_       _'\<,_      _'\<,_
swilson@pacbell.net     (_)' (_)     (_)' (_)     (_)' (_)    (_)' (_)
http://users.uniserve.com/~rcomber/scottw/scottw.htm
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Date: Tue, 29 Apr 1997 11:27:20 -0400 (EDT)
From: DRM033@aol.com
Subject: CB Radio installation
To: Toy4x4@tlca.org
In a message dated 97-04-29 10:30:12 EDT, you write:
>
>  Hi all,
>
>  I have been trying to come up with a **good** location to install my CB
>  radio in my 1994 Xtra-Cab P/U.  I saw a web page of photos that showed one
>  installed in the ashtray position.  This was excellent, but alas, I don't
>  have a radio that small (and with a front microphone plug).  I thought I'd
>  pose the question to the list and see what others have come up with in
this
>  area.
>
>  Rick Furnival, P.E.
I thought that was a great idea about the ash tray also.  I found that a
Cobra will fit there too.  I know your CB may be too big, but get a smaller
one!  I swaer that is the easiest thing to put it there, and it is right
where you need.  It look me 10 minutes to cut the plastic, and the fit was so
good, I don't even have it fastened with any screws.
Other than that, I though about making a wood overhead center console to
mount my CB and amp.
David
DRM033@aol.com
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Date: Tue, 29 Apr 1997 16:51:48 -0500
From: Galen Sinkey 
Subject: CB Radio installation
To: Toy4x4@tlca.org
Rick,
Just curious -- what was the web site w/ the photos of the ashtray CB install?
Thanks
- -- Galen
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Date: Tue, 29 Apr 1997 12:33:00 -0400 (EDT)
From: TXPakRat@aol.com
Subject: CB Whip Antenna
To: Toy4x4@tlca.org
 I have noticed the on again, off again messages concerning CB antennas.
 So, I thought that I would offer my $5 worth (inflation, you know!).
 I run an 8' black fiberglass whip from the tail end of my '90 Runner.  I
attached a 6" steel bar to the underside of the driver's side corner of the
rear bumper.  It has a 90 deg cable connector underneath, an insulated sleeve
attaches the antenna to the bar, a mid size spring attached to the sleeve,
and a quick disconnect attaching the antenna to the spring.  I keep it tied
down (about a foot from the top) to my luggage rack using a plastic wall hook
and about a foot of heavy nylon strin (para cord).  The plastic wall cord is
a better choice than a metal one.  If you catch the antenna on something
while it is down (I have done that in a parking garage), the hook will break
before anything else does.  I also have a raquet ball attached to keep it
from banging the body (although when it is tied down, it is in constant
contact with the body above the tail light).  I ran the cable under the body,
high up on the frame rail to a grommet just below the driver's seat.  I ran
the line through the grommet (sealed with vinyl glue) to the CB.   My CB is a
remote mount under the drivers seat with a 15' coiled cord and all controls
on the handset.
 I have used the quick disconnect many times:  low ceiling parking
garages, parking in questionable areas, etc.  If you decide to tie down the
antenna please note that it is NOT advisable to use the CB with the antenna
down.  I have worked field commo for the Army (although more powerful
systems).  If you use the antenna down, you get poorer reception and you take
a chance on pulling feedback through the system (i.e., can you say
"burnout").
 Some things to keep in mind about picking a location and type of antenna.
 1.  Steel antenna's vibrate and wave more than fiberglass or plastic
antenna's.  Also, the longer the antenna, the more it will "wave."
 2.  If one decides on a top loaded antenna, it should be "tunable"
and should be properly tuned using an RF meter before you use it.
 3.  K40 antenna's and bases are excellent (one of the best on the
market).  They make permanent mount, magnetic mount, and quick disconnect
antenna's and bases.
 4.  Putting the antenna on the roof is the absolute best location for
reception and transmission.  The next location would be the hood (or trunk on
a car).  This is because the flat metal surface under the antenna acts as a
"reflector" or "amplifier."  It also puts the antenna higher up.  The
drawback to mounting other than on the roof is that the body of the truck
will partially block signals (rec/trans).  This means that if it is mounted
on the hood, you will not rec/trans as well to the rear as you will to the
front.
 5.  Dual antenna's are not any good (actually detramental) unless
they are at least 6 feet apart (i.e., mounted front and back, side to side
does not have enough space).  They do look cool, though!
 6.  I always recommend a medium or heavy spring for any large (6 or 8
feet) antenna.  I also recommend them for any "exposed" short antennas for
off-roaders (where the antenna may hit something).
 7.  I don't necessary recommend (or condemn) the glass mounted "cell
phone" type antennas.  Just keep in mind that most (not all) are not tunable,
break fairly easily, and don't have that great of a rec/trans radius.  They
are, however, less obvious and obtrusive (although someone may break into
your truck thinking you have a car phone!).
 8.  Just keep in mind, like everything else, you get what you pay
for.  Cheap, inexpensive anntennas and mounts will in all likelyhood break
easily and not give great reception.
 I like my setup (sort of) because I get decent transmission and
reception.  The antenna is high enough that I can clear the top of the truck
for better reception, but it is not too high above that it will catch a lot
in tree areas.  I have been thinking about mounting it on the driver's side
bumper using an adjustable ball mount (I used to have it like that before a
"small" fender bender")  (I have seen ball mounted antenna's attached
directly to body pannels higher up, I am not that daring, though!).  These
types of ball mounts are exceptionally strong and can be adjusted from
"almost" any angle to make the antenna vertical.  In addition to
functionality, I think that it looks "cool" to have a tall antenna (pulled
down when not in use) hanging off the back of a truck (my Army bias, I guess!
 I have been in command com vehicles that had a half dozen antenna's and high
band radio systems).
 If anyone would like help or info on setting something up, drop me a
line, I will do what I can to help!
Bob
Pack Rat
TXPakRat@aol.com
p.s.  Sorry about the "long" message!
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Date: Tue, 29 Apr 1997 10:41:55 -0700 (PDT)
From: Michael L Martin 
Subject: Clutch adjustment/ Throwout bearing
To: Toy4x4@tlca.org
 The only adjustment I know of is the pedal adjustment. I just
adjusted mine this weekend (and replaced the T-out bearing). Amazing
how much difference the adjustment makes :)
 The reason the pedal adjustment DOES make a difference is that
it determines how much pressure the hydraulic system is pushing through
the slave cylinder/pushrod into the throwout bearing's arm (or whatever
it is called).
 Hope this helps..... also, if you adjust the pedal, make sure
the little nut is tight when you're finished adjusting (it's a 12mm).
 M.
 mmichael@wsunix.wsu.edu
BTW- Mr. Albrecht, You were looking 4 some fender flares? I have some
(primed, not painted) that came w/ my truck. Took 'em off a couple
years ago. Not sure what kind they are, but LMK if you're interested...
my #'s the same....2-8046
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Date: Tue, 29 Apr 1997 12:02:20 -0500
From: Todd Hornsby 
Subject: Compatible Air Conditioners
To: Toy4x4@tlca.org
A few years back (before the freon fiasco) the going rate for an AC
retrofit in a Japanese car/truck was about $700/800 or so. It was about the
same if you had purchased it new with the AC option.
As a matter of fact (I'm not positive about this) in years past I thought
all Japanese vehicles came into US without A/C. The ACs were often
installed at the POE or dealer. Have you ever seen a Japanese car that did
NOT have the AC switch/wiring even if it never had AC?
If you're starting from scratch and doing it yourself you should probably
consider going the barrier hose route and go with a compressor that is
already setup for higher pressures needed for R134a. If you have to ask how
much R12 is running these days well....
Also you will have to have an MVAC certification to purchase R12 and (I
think) R134a. I know of one R12 drop in replacement that I like but why
bother since you're starting from scratch. The drop-ins are still pretty
young and IMHO it's too soon to tell which of these products is going to
catch on in the market or for that matter gain EPA acceptance beyond SNAP.
Unless you're an avid DIYer, have a stash of R12 or whatever, I would
suggest taking it to a reputable independent AC shop. Last quote I saw
(R134a route) was about $850ish on a Honda install. Japanese cars are much
easier to retrofit than others because they are already wired and setup for
this.
Does "Brown's" just sell the hardware for $700??? If so that's kind of high
IMHO considing it doesn't include labor or coolant. There is a myriad of
compressor brands out there and I've seen most of them installed in
Japanese cars. The rest of the stuff isn't too expensive compared to
compressor. The coldest I've seen is the legendary GM A-6 unit but this is
a fairly old design not seen in new car production. I'd suggestion new
drier/condenser as a minimum. HOpe the above helps.
Saludos,
Todd
At 10:01 PM 4/28/97 -0700, you wrote:
>
>
>> On Mon, 28 Apr 1997, MR. ABDELNOUR wrote:
>>
>> > My question is based on what a parts guy told me:  Could I find
>> > another Toyota car in the salvage yards with air that I could easily
>> > fit into my 4Runner.  The parts guy told me that a 1985 Supra has an
>> > AC unit that would easily fit in my truck.  Is this true? and are
>> > there other such toyota cars that I could look for?
>>
>>
>> Brown's Toyota sells new A/C systems for PU and 4Runners for about $700
>to
>> $1000US. And I believe I saw a junkyard on the net that sells used A/C
>> systems for about $300US.
>>
>TAP Recycling out of Sacramento CA advertises on 4x4now.  They sell
>complete used a/c setups from $300.00.  Their number is 1-800-765-7100.
________________________________________________________________________
- -Todd Hornsby (San Antonio, TX)              http://www.texas.net/~toddh
- -toddh@texas.net                    alt: thornsby@alumni.cs.colorado.edu
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Date: Tue, 29 Apr 1997 12:43:02 -0500
From: Todd Hornsby 
Subject: Compatible Air Conditioners
To: Toy4x4@tlca.org
>My 1991 4Runner SR5 V6 (manual) does not have air conditioning.
>Contrary to popular belief, we have very hot and humid summers here
>in Canada (specifically Southern Ontario).  I inquired about getting
Heh heh, when I was looking for my 4Runner I saw many many units in Colo
w/o AC and quickly added a grand to the asking price. Folks these sell sooo
much easier with AC when your asking $10 - $15K + for a used vehicle. The
sad truth is that I've seen many owners go out and get an AC retrofit to
aide in selling the car and all those years they didn't enjoy the cooler
cruising. One drive across NV or W. TX in the summer - ouch!
>a stock air conditioner installed and was told they don't have a
>toyota unit to fit my car.  They aren't made any more.
I'm a little confused here. I'm not familiar with a 'toyota' brand
compressor but I surprised they couldn't provide whatever was OEM. Probaby
just as well as they would be the most expensive.
>I went to the
>aftermarket and was told that it would cost about $2500 CDN.  This is
Is that for a complete turnkey installation? Considering your in a Northern
latitude there is not as much in the way of AC shops or competitive rates
as in southern US cities for example-this may not be too bad for your area.
Check with several shops for competitive pricing and ask around for
references. Labor rates are probably a bit higher up there I guess?
What's the deal with R12 in Canada? Has your equiv. of EPA squashed R12 in
the same prejudiced manner they did in US? I can run over the border to
Mexico and get it for a buck a can in Mexico but I CANNOT bring it back -
very illegal!
Saludos,
Todd
________________________________________________________________________
- -Todd Hornsby (San Antonio, TX)              http://www.texas.net/~toddh
- -toddh@texas.net                    alt: thornsby@alumni.cs.colorado.edu
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Date: Tue, 29 Apr 1997 16:58:59 -0500
From: Steve Capuano 
Subject: Compatible Air Conditioners
To: Toy4x4@tlca.org
>What's the deal with R12 in Canada? Has your equiv. of EPA squashed R12 in
>the same prejudiced manner they did in US? I can run over the border to
>Mexico and get it for a buck a can in Mexico but I CANNOT bring it back -
>very illegal!
>
>Saludos,
>Todd
>________________________________________________________________________
>-Todd Hornsby (San Antonio, TX)              http://www.texas.net/~toddh
>-toddh@texas.net                    alt: thornsby@alumni.cs.colorado.edu
>
Todd, the Montreal Protocol is what got the ball rolling in all the EPA
refrigerant bullshit.  Believe me Arizona and Mexico are about the only
places with the brains and balls to reject this treaty.
Sorry, it's a touchy subject with me since its my career to fix A/C
Steve Capuano
capuano@hypercon.com
NRA lifetime member
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Date: Tue, 29 Apr 97 06:57:00 PDT
From: "Whitehead, Brandon" 
Subject: FW: Bio
To: "'toy4x4@tlca.org'"  ----------
From: Toy4x4-Request
To: Brandon.Whitehead@lamrc.com
Subject: Bio
Date: Wednesday, April 23, 1997 8:36PM
Personal Bio Info
POST TO THE LIST ONLY >> toy4x4@tlca.org
+++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++
Name: Brandon Whitehead
City & State: Fremont, California
Country: Usa
E-mail address:Brandon.Whitehead@lamrc.com
Toyota (s) year & model:86 4Runner
Are you a TLCA Member (Y/N/Number?):N
Age:22
Occupation:System Test  Technician
Marital Status:S
Hobbies:Working on my truck, Mountain Biking, Jet Sking, or just anything
outdoors.
How did you find out about the Toyota 4x4 Mailing List: Found on the
internet.
General info about your vehicle, self, etc.: I have a 86 4Runner. It has a 4
inch Procomp lift
33x12.50 Dick Cepek Mud Country II, with prime wheels.  Side nerf Bar and
rear bumper from smitty built.
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Date: Tue, 29 Apr 1997 16:53:44 -0500
From: Steve Capuano 
Subject: HEAD GASKET was Re: oil leak
To: Toy4x4@tlca.org
>My 95 Tacoma with automatic seems to have a small leak at the rear of the
engine
>too.
>
>it has leaked about halfway down the bellhousing so far.
>
>
>Marc shirah
Marc my head gasket is the source of my leak!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!1
2 days in the shop I'm promised...we'll see if that happens....
Steve Capuano
capuano@hypercon.com
NRA lifetime member
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Date: Tue, 29 Apr 1997 10:53:49 PDT
From: "marc shirah" 
Subject: oil leak
To: Toy4x4@tlca.org
Date: Mon, 28 Apr 1997 20:54:37 -0500
From: Steve Capuano 
Subject: oil leak
To: Toy4x4@tlca.org
Went to the muffler shop to get an opinion and estimate, while on the rack I
was looking at my engine for signs of leaks or anything out of the ordinary.
Guess what...got a leak already, 20K miles, at the starter and bellhousing.
Would that be the tranny (5 spd) or the engine.  Its going to see the dealer
tomorrow under warranty, but just curious what was the source of oil.
Steve Capuano
capuano@hypercon.com
NRA lifetime member
>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>
My 95 Tacoma with automatic seems to have a small leak at the rear of the engine
too.
it has leaked about halfway down the bellhousing so far.
Marc shirah
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Date: Tue, 29 Apr 1997 11:46:04 -0400 (EDT)
From: SKeene8194@aol.com
Subject: Poll: Low mileage RS9000 shocks going bad??
To: Toy4x4@tlca.org
I bought a set of RS9000 shocks about a year ago.
And under mild off road use  I have had two go bad.
One front and one rear.
A lifetime Warrenty is great but if they keep failing like this,
Who cares!  I've got more important things to do than constantly
check my shocks.
ANYBODY  ELSE HAVE THIS PROBLEM  ?????
Steve Keene
TLCA# 5414
Skeene8194@aol.com
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Date: Tue, 29 Apr 1997 13:36:04 -0800
From: Scott Wilson 
Subject: Raising my gas tank
To: Toy 4x4 List 
Someone said something to me while I was at the 4Runner Jamboree that
made that little light bulb over my head come on.  The idea I have is to
raise my gas tank 2".  I have a 2" body lift on the 4Runner, so the room
should be there, but I'm curious if anyone has already done this and if
they have any advice.  Anyone who has already dropped their tank in the
past...could you tall me how many bannannas this job is?
The purpose of raising the tank is to gain the ground clearance.  The
4Runner tank hangs lower than the pick ups, and I've hit it several
times now.
Scott
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Scott Wilson TLCA #5261
88 4Runner SR5 V6
Santa Clara, CA
http://users.uniserve.com/~rcomber/scottw/scottw.htm
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Date: Tue, 29 Apr 1997 17:01:48 -0500
From: Steve Capuano 
Subject: Raising my gas tank
To: Toy4x4@tlca.org
>The purpose of raising the tank is to gain the ground clearance.  The
>4Runner tank hangs lower than the pick ups, and I've hit it several
>times now.
>
>Scott
>--
Hey Bud, how much does the 4Runner tank hold anyway.  My Tacoma holds 18
Gallons.
Steve Capuano
capuano@hypercon.com
NRA lifetime member
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Date: Tue, 29 Apr 1997 15:06:59 -0800
From: Scott Wilson 
Subject: Raising my gas tank
To: Toy4x4@tlca.org
> Hey Bud, how much does the 4Runner tank hold anyway.  My Tacoma holds 18
> Gallons.
17.  Acutally its something like 17.2 gallons.
Scott
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Scott Wilson TLCA #5261
88 4Runner SR5 V6
Santa Clara, CA
http://users.uniserve.com/~rcomber/scottw/scottw.htm
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Date: Tue, 29 Apr 1997 10:05:16 -0400 (EDT)
From: DRM033@aol.com
Subject: Second Spare Tire
To: Toy4x4@tlca.org
In a message dated 97-04-29 00:06:05 EDT, you write:
> Going out four wheelin for three days with a group in east Texas this
weekend.
> And I have a
>  question for anyone who has a oponion. Should I bring a second full size
> spare? I have a extra rim
>  and can pick up a used 31x10.5 tire for about 16 dollars mounted at
discount
> tire. Good Idea or
>  waste of money.
>
>  Thanks Mike
I have 33" tires, and for everyday driving, I keep the stock spare under the
truck.  I can get away with this cause I have AAA.  For trail rides, I throw
a full size spare in the back of the truck.  That way, I guess I have 2
(though one is real small, it IS a tire) if I need them.  I would mount a
larger tire underneath, but I think the Rancho exhaust would be touching a
33".  I may try to fit a 31" down there.
David
DRM033@aol.com
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Date: Tue, 29 Apr 1997 07:38:09 PDT
From: "David Akers" 
Subject: shaky side mirrors
To: toy4x4@tlca.org
 Hey, how is it going?  I writing because I saw someone say something about
shaky side mirrors on there truck.  Well, I have the same problem on mine.  The
driver side is worse than the passenger side.  If anyone knows how to fix it I
would sure appreciate it.
 Thanks,
 David Akers
 xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
 "just remember, if you settle for the cheap way out,
 you always end up paying more than if you just got
 the best in the first place."
 -David Akers
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Date: Tue, 29 Apr 1997 13:34:59 -0500 (CDT)
From: Adam Jobes 
Subject: Toy4x4 Digest V1 #154
To: Toy4x4@tlca.org
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Date: Tue, 29 Apr 97 15:06:45 -0500
From: Scott 
Subject: Toy Clip Art
To: Toy 4x4 
- -- [ From: Scott * EMC.Ver #2.5.02 ] --
I'm looking for a line drawing of an 84-89 Toy 4x4 pickup. If anyone has any
I'd sure like to get a copy.
TIA,
- -Scott
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 swilcox@sprynet.com
 Four Corners, USA
 TLCA #4542
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 '86 Toy 4x4 Std. Cab
 '85 Toy 4x4 Xtra Cab
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Date: Tue, 29 Apr 1997 08:18:22 -0500
From: "Robert R. Moritz" 
Subject: Toyota's Truck Owner's Bible
To: toy4x4@tlca.org
Moses Ludel has at least three Truck Owner's Bible books out:  Includes
Jeep, Ford and Toyota - I happen to own the Jeep and Toyota books - my
comment is that general chapters from the Jeep book are completely lifted
and placed in the Toyota book - I would not have purchased the Toyota book
knowing this but "buyer beware" -
In fact, some of the information on body repair shows the same photographs
from the jeep book - I would rate this book as a "nice-to-have" and I agree
with Jack's assessment - first you need the Factory Toyota or Haynes Manual
before you need the Bible book - and I agree that some information is very
informative but for I would rate the utility low -  book review for the day
is done -
Bob Moritz
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Date: Tue, 29 Apr 1997 18:13:54 -0400 (EDT)
From: Spinnetti@aol.com
Subject: V8!!
To: Toy4x4@tlca.org
In a message dated 4/29/97 1:32:25 AM, you wrote:
>wong wrote:
>
>>His latest *trophy* truck now has a prototype V8 - soon to be available
>>in the T100.
>
>I've read from two different sources that this is the same V8 from
>Toyota's luxury car. Not exactly a gruntin' truck motor I'd imagine ...
>not to mention that it's a DOHC motor, just something I don't like
>about having TWO timing belts/chains, most likely belts knowing
>toyota these days. Toyota should switch to timing gear sets. They're
>a bit more noisy but much more reliable in my opinon.
>
> - jack
Nope this is a NEW motor. Also, I had a LS400 with 130k miles on it, and the
belt still looked new when replaced. It also just uses ONE belt.
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Date: Tue, 29 Apr 1997 09:53:44 -0500
From: jeff.whipp@capmetro.austin.tx.us (Jeff Whipp at Main_Post_Office)
Subject: What size tires?
To: toy4x4@tlca.org
 I have a stock 1993 Toyota PU w/22RE.
 What size tires can I get away with without the tires rubbing the
 fenders keeping my 15" stock rims?  Any suggestions?
 Thanks.
 Be Safe.
 Jeff Whipp
 jeff.whipp@capmetro.austin.tx.us
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Date: Tue, 29 Apr 1997 11:38:41 -0700 (PDT)
From: Jonathan Albrecht 
Subject: What size tires?
To: Toy4x4@tlca.org
>      I have a stock 1993 Toyota PU w/22RE.
>      What size tires can I get away with without the tires rubbing the
>      fenders keeping my 15" stock rims?  Any suggestions?
31x10.50's work fine on the stock 15x6" rims.  You may be able to fit
something taller (not sure), but you wouldn't want to go any wider on
those rims.
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Jonathan Albrecht
albr9619@uidaho.edu
http://www.uidaho.edu/~albr9619/
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