Flipping a 3rd Gen 4Runner Part 1

[@paulkelm6550]

This is by far the best cleaning/detailing tutorial that I've ever seen. You show, rather than just talk. You say what's needed, not unimportant information. Great, great, great video. Well done. Thank you!!!

[@BernieMittens]

I have a 3rd gen with 334k. I’ve replaced seat covers, carpet and headliner. These are a gem.

[@anthonygiordano3991]

Are the carpet and headliner direct fits? Where do you get those at?

[@BernieMittens]

@@anthonygiordano3991 I took it to a professional, so it was direct fit

[@anthonygiordano3991]

@@BernieMittens - I heard the headliner on the 4Runner is one piece so no chance of sagging. I’m looking at an out of state 1999 with 218K miles on it.. listed for $15,500! Not sure I should buy at that price. I’m having a local Toyota mechanic do a pre-inspection. It looks very clean but hoping it would last me another 20 years if I buy it. You think that’s realistic?

[@dozerboy67]

I bought a 3rd gen, 2000 SR5 by just dumb luck. A friend of a friend kind of thing, and I had no clue what an absolute perfect little rig. I’m just getting back on my feet after being homeless here in the Silicon Valley. It has only 259,000 mi on it and it is in immaculate condition. The paint, the upholstery, the suspension are just cherry and someone put nice aftermarket fluted and cross drilled disc brakes with new calipers painted red. The kicker- I got it for 3 grand!! 😂😂🤣🤣💪💪🙏🙏 gotta love the 3rd gen 4Runner!!

[@JLeeChron]

“Only 259,000” -Your welcome, Toyota. Congrats on the rig, hope it serves you well !

[@Mr1Schoolmaster]

Nice to see a man taking pride in his hard work...buying my 1st 3rd gen today.

[@cameronshackelton3404]

How’d it go?

[@gabrielpalacios624]

That Ford Panther at the very end though👀👀👀💯

[@brandonho1190]

Dont forget to clean out the drain holes in the sunroof! The leaves and dirt tend to clog those up and will cause heavy rain to leak through the headliner

[@brucewayne2773]

Gotta love the 1999 to 2002 limited 4Runner 4WD. Timeless classics. Working on my 02 limited 4wd right now. Tri Pearl white.

[@Angela-eu5su]

Hi, wondering if you can share the products and tools you used in this? The video is great! Currently working on the same things and would greatly appreciate any suggestions on things you used during the cleaning process. Thanks!

[@fayco1]

Thanks to you tubers like yourself, these 3rd gen 4Runners aren’t too cheap here in CA.

[@JLeeChron]

Jeremy G. Thanks? If you have one -you know. The real deal in Cali is the mostly rust free environment. Preserving the mighty T4R.

[@anthonygiordano3991]

@@JLeeChron - I have a question for you. I’m looking at a 1999 4Runner with 218K miles (SR5 4x4). They supposedly replaced the timing belt, water pump and put a small lift with new tires/wheels. Carfax shows 3 previous owners. It failed emissions three times with the last owner (then it passed).. but thats a concern. It looks very clean for its age and I don’t see dents or rust (west coast truck). I’m having it inspected by a local mechanic to get their opinion. It’s listed for $15,500. Do you think this is worth it? I’ve never owned one before.. so a little nervous. But I keep seeing all these people that say they get theirs for $5K or $7K.. I don’t know where they are getting those deals at but I can’t seem to find a decent one for under $10K. Can I get your opinion?

[@JLeeChron]

@@anthonygiordano3991 sure-the opinion, West coast good, little rust. 218k -lots of life left if maintained. Overall cleanliness? It would be worth it to take to a trusted mechanic/ shop for a leakdown tests, compression etc. going over everything brakes and they can tell if the belt is newer. Also the water pump and idler pulley needs done on that as well as a few seals. Id like paperwork on it also. what kind of lift matters, block vs.

[@garymartin8619]

Great trick on the plastic with the heat gonna have to give it a try thanks

[@niceguy6837]

I paid 9k for a 99 runner, 181,000, it sounds expensive but the previous owner spent $7600 in parts and labor in the last 40k miles, it feels like a new vehicle, Arizona truck no rust, new tires, new brake assembly, ball joints, steering rack, struts, Kenwood radio, all fluids change and I mean all, valve covers, tune up, rear axle seals, rear brake drums and pads, It's not 4x4 or stick but i couldn't pass on this one

[@JLeeChron]

Sounds like a deal 👍

[@747Durango]

Nice work. You really know your stuff and work hard. Thanks for sharing your knowledge.

[@josiahwakefield4746]

I love the tool outro 🤘

[@eugunefleatcher7409]

use Adam's polish topop it back out and mine stayed in the sun. its a 3rd gen white to.

[@jreg0028]

That little trick with the torch on the rear bumper is pure gold, thank you for that. Would it work for the running boards as well?

[@JLeeChron]

jreg0028 absolutely, Take your time and do it carefully, works well

[@tacoman864]

Hey bud i always enjoy your videos

[@stevenlaird31]

So, what did you end up selling it for?

[@EPHONIC]

At about 8:40 you were using a flame torch on the plastic. What does that do specifically? Curious to know. Nice job.

[@JLeeChron]

EPHS the slight amount of heat brings the oils in the plastic to the surface. Makes it look new and also hardens it up just a little bit so that it will not absorb dirt. It makes it look new. And if it’s cold the heat makes it plyable for reinstallation if you do it quick

[@EPHONIC]

Great to know. I have an old Jeep Cherokee with grayed out plastic. Hasn’t caught fire. Hahaha. I’ll be getting rid of it soon for a 3rd gen 4runner.

[@johnder1910]

So I have change to buy a 2001 4runner sport 4x4 for 2 grand drives great looks great. Am i winning? Or losing?

[@johnder1910]

181,000 miles

[@JLeeChron]

John Serna if it has a solid frame and is clean....wait, where is it at? 😆 If I came across that it I’d pick it up in a heartbeat. Here, something like that will sell quickly for about 6k

[@jerlaine1638]

I’m going to pass on the steel wool, something about scratching the clear coat and being able to do the job with a rag and or detail brush

[@JLeeChron]

Brandon Candelario yeah- 0000 only and light/sparingly

[@Coolerjoe101]

don't these have no clear coat

[@dailyjuice4832]

What kind of wet/dry vac did you use to clean carpets? Great vid!

[@JLeeChron]

Daily Juice its a Ninja Warrior, -great portable Thanks

[@ZedZerps]

Michael Keaton much?

[@bikerbud3903]

My mechanic has a 2002 limited, black, with rear lockers, in pristine condition. Said he sell it to me for $12,000

[@andrewdbach1]

What was the name of the steering wheel cover I see you install? Thanks!

[@JLeeChron]

Andrew D those are Wheelskins. Genuine Leather, great to work with. Size AXX

[@ryancollins3227]

I just bought a 3rd gen for 2400 thats in AMAZING shape i am very happy woth it, if i sell it iv already made money lmao

[@JLeeChron]

Ill offer 3400 if its as good as you say 👍

[@Kamelo2001]

One just like this but base model for 3500 in my area

[@JLeeChron]

Check for rust, driving conditions and mileage around 200k or so ...probably will sell quick!

[@chrisgarcia2678]

Nice vid bud

[@javierochoa432]

My landlord is selling me one for $500 but it’s rusted on the rocker panels

[@JLeeChron]

Sounds like a deal!

[@marc-anthonyrigg7212]

Looks like a 3rd gen hilux surf

[@jorgitoperez.3415]

Dude I look your videos