Toyota 4runner 3rd Generation 1996-2002 buyers tips and what to look for

[@thepitpatrol]

Here is a tip from a guy who owns 2 of these. One with 365,000 trouble free miles and one with 400,000 trouble free miles and by trouble free I mean about 4 sets of plugs, six coil packs, two alternators, a C.V. joint and a radiator between them. If you can find one that isn't a total rust bucket ask the guy what he wants for it an pay him. I have owned Fords, Nissan, Dodges, Oldsmobile and two Lexus. I have never had a vehicle that required less maintenance and care and gave a trouble free service as a third gen 4Runner.

[@brandonknight7240]

Ill take 50 grand for my 99

[@thepitpatrol]

@@brandonknight7240 lol...exactly.

[@brucewayne2773]

my 2000 4runner has 264k miles , the oe lower ball joints are still like new. Absolutely no play in them whatsoever. Lower ball joints should be checked, yes. OE replacement recommended. It all depends if truck has had a hard life, if it's a typical 4runner in California and rarely sees dirt, it should last a long time. If it always had stock wheels/tires vs large tires like your truck it will have a much shorter life span.

[@geraldwest3428]

Excellent content, thanks for the tips man!

[@kinguin7]

Super specific info, thanks!

[@brandonknight7240]

My 99 has 260k its never been off road should i change my lower ball joints?

[@SmittysWorld]

Yes with factory OEM lower Ball Joints

[@TheDUGGAN36]

Thanks for the vid. I’m fixin to get in the game. Where is the link to the sensor harness? Thanks again Sir

[@4by108]

Just got an OEM radiator $120 as of end of april 2021 just an FYI for anyone thinking about getting a T4R

[@dylannolan7454]

In the market, 4th gen makes more sense, 3rd makes my heart happy. Wish me luck boys.

[@db8898]

Thanks for the info. Out looking for a 1996-2002 4Runner now

[@therealbigfoot3076]

$3,900

[@ea2225]

Theres an immaculate conditon 2000 4runner available to me with 202k miles no rust "no mechanical issues" for 4900. Should i stay away from it? Seems like all these problems you mentioned are bound to happen soon after/if i purchase

[@SmittysWorld]

If it’s four-wheel-drive jump on it if it’s two or drive I’d try to get it for three

[@vadimnesen8060]

You realize this is nothing compared to a jeep or similar SUVS . Their list us 10 times longer and many problems are unavoidable

[@ObiWanShinobee]

Thanks for the video. Nice shirt too !!!!!

[@yyeppesz]

Do you have a toyota part number for that plastic wire harness protector?

[@Michael-gj6du]

What size tires and rims were those? Also the offset?

[@SmittysWorld]

Michael 18x12 33 12.50 r18

[@on-site4094]

Nothing beats oem parts last much longer

[@Antho2529]

wheres the link to the cv replacement?

[@SmittysWorld]

Lol forgot to add that. you want the whole cv axle or just the repair kit

[@Antho2529]

@@SmittysWorld you mentioned a video? i was just wondering which one you watched

[@tewatenebillemery5584]

thanks great video

[@foggyfrogman1]

The frame rots from the inside out

[@SmittysWorld]

This is true but if it’s bad you will definitely see it on these on the outside

[@foggyfrogman1]

Smitty's World - Mine didnt. Was a shock when it broke

[@SmittysWorld]

A Frogman that’s crazy man sorry to hear this is a big problem with older 4Runner and Tacoma’s

[@foggyfrogman1]

Smitty's World - Crazy part was barely any surface rust, garage baby. I found a solution and in the middle of the repair. www.autorust.com/product/3rd-gen-toyota-4-runner-1996-2002/

[@martinbrice9458]

Good vid

[@gncc600]

Nice cracked brake lines boss.

[@SmittysWorld]

Mint 🤙

[@DirtGarage]

Manual locking hubs swap! It'll solve your tearing CV boots issue. Then CVs are not spinning full time!

[@SmittysWorld]

Dirt Garage yeah I’ve considered doing the swap just a little expensive.

[@DirtGarage]

@@SmittysWorld That's true. I know a couple people who have done it on their newer vehicles and love it. Less driveline drag actually helped their fuel economy too apparently!

[@SmittysWorld]

Dirt Garage hmm that would be a good experiment to do.

[@martinmagnia314]

@dirt garage nice

[@felipevalles8041]

Every think was great until the wind started to blow ..🤧

[@SmittysWorld]

FELIPE VALLES lol

[@bk8288]

Ay agam mashynyn chuyrana

[@dangda-ww7de]

wind noise.

[@SmittysWorld]

sorry

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