I present you with the Ultimate resource guide and Knowledge Base for the Toyota 2nd Gen 4Runner. This also will apply to the same year Toyota Pick Up Trucks!
Book mark this page as a reference page for 2nd gen 4Runner repairs, Mods, upgrades, resources and reference material.
I started this project as an all in one resource for myself, and decided it would be great to share it with you all as well. I hope it helps!!
General:
- Tech info: Engine swaps, manual hub conversions, twin sticking, etc: https://www.offroadsolutions.com/tech-info/
- What EVERYONE should know about their 90’s Toyota truck and the 3VZE 3.0 Motor. (I agree with most of it, but not all. Always use your noggin!) https://www.yotatech.com/forums/f116/what-everyone-should-know-about-their-truck-3vze-187741/
Maintenance and repair How-To’s:
- OBD1 and OBD2 trouble codes and How-To: https://www.troublecodes.net/toyota/
- Air Conditioning Compressor replacement: CLICKY
- Timing Belt Replacement 3VZE: https://www.toyotanation.com/threads/timing-belt-help.315213/#post-2924914
- Power Steering Pump Rebuild: CLICKY
- Rear Tailgate Window repair, tricks, tips:
http://www.4crawler.com/4×4/CheapTricks/RearWindow.shtml - Cleaning the 3.0 Throttle Body: CLICKY
- Power Antenna Repair: 2nd gen 4Runner Power Antenna repair
- Throttle Position Sensor install and adjustment: https://lcengineering.com/throttle-position-sensor-adjustment/ Also here: http://www.4crawler.com/4×4/CheapTricks/TPS/index.shtml
- Troubleshooting Automatic Transmission. Linky to Clicky
- Troubleshooting EGR System. Linky
- Part number resources: https://www.toyodiy.com/parts/
- Part number resources: https://toyota-usa.epc-data.com/
- More part number lookup. Haven’t tried this one yet. https://partsouq.com/
Engine:
- Fuel Injectors, where to buy: https://www.fiveomotorsport.com/fuel-injectors/toyota/4runner/1992/
- Throttle Position Sensor: Diagnostics, adjustment, and replacement. https://www.4crawler.com/4×4/CheapTricks/TPS/index.shtml
- Vacuum Hose kit OEM
- Racing cylinder head studs: http://doaracingengines.com/6-cylinder-engine/v6-head-stud-kit/
- Intake Gasket Sets
- Cummins Diesel swaps
- How-To: 3.4 conversion, Why and How: https://parts.olathetoyota.com/blog/converting-30l-to-34l
- Diesel Conversions: https://dieseltoys.com/4runner-diesel
- How-To and Parts: 3.4 Swap, comprehensive info and parts: https://www.offroadsolutions.com/tech-info/3-4l-5vz-fe-conversion/
- LC Engineering engine rebuild kits https://www.lceperformance.com/Rebuild-Kits-s/1465.htm
- High Output Alternators
Driveline:
- How-To: Defeating (removing) the ADD 4 wheel drive system: http://www.4x4wire.com/toyota/tech/add/
- E-Locker wiring Harness: https://www.offroadsolutions.com/products/category/wiring-harnesses/e-locker-wiring-harnesses/
- Rebuilt transmissions, kits, and parts https://www.marlincrawler.com/transmission
- Rear disk brake conversion kit. https://www.lceperformance.com/category-s/17600.htm
Suspension and Steering:
NOTE: 4Crawler website is also CHOCK FULL of great information on all of these upgrades!
- Coil Spring Spacers: http://4crawler.com/4×4/ForSale/CoilSpringSpacer.shtml
- Panhard Rod Drop Bracket: http://4crawler.com/4×4/ForSale/CoilSpringSpacer.shtml#PanhardDropBrkt
- Adjustable Panhard Bar for 2nd Gen 4Runners: https://standardamericanoutdoors.com/shop/ols/products/adjustable-panhard-bar
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Idler arm upgrades, A COMMON failure point in 2nd gen 4Runners!
- Idler Arm and Bronze Bushing upgrade (Less expensive and very good option! My choice): http://4crawler.com/4×4/ForSale/IdlerArm.shtml
- Custom Idler Arm – Probably for you rock crawler guys. (Far more expensive option, if you have deep pockets) https://www.chaosfab.com/product/1986-1995-Toyota-4Runner-Caddy-Idler-Arm-95130
- Ball Joint Spacers: (If you must do a lift) http://4crawler.com/4×4/ForSale/BallJointSpacer.shtml
- Old Man Emu suspension lift parts, shocks, and kits: https://www.rocky-road.com/old-man-emu-4runner.html
- Old Man Emu, Toytec, and other lift brands. Coil and Leaf springs, shocks, shackles, etc.
- Bushings, Suspension:
Exterior:
- High Capacity Fuel Tanks
- HID headlight conversion kit: HID headlight Kit
- Power Antenna Repair: 2nd gen 4Runner Power Antenna repair
- Rear Plate Bumper: https://www.coastaloffroad.com/product-page/2nd-gen-4runner-high-clearance-rear-plate-bumper/
- Rear Plate Bumper 2nd Gen 4Runner: https://4x4labs.myshopify.com/products/2nd-3rd-gen-4runner-rear-bumper
- Front Tube and Plate Bumpers, and Sliders (My front bumper is from here. Have gotten very expensive though) https://addictedoffroad.com/index.php?main_page=index&cPath=13
- Rock Sliders, bumpers, and other body armor: https://www.lceperformance.com/Rock-Sliders-58-Pickup-4Runner-Tacoma-p/3032481.htm OR https://www.4xinnovations.com/
- First Gen Bikini Tops: First Gen Bikini Tops
- 2nd Gen 4Runner snorkel.
Interior:
- New Leather Seat Covers (replace your worn originals) https://www.lseat.com/
Parts Shops:
- Toyota Vintage Trucks (use parts and cool 3D printed cup holders,which our old rigs need!) : https://toyotavintagetrucks.com/
- Yota Shop: (LOTS of parts, Apparel and stickers too.) https://www.yotashop.com/
- OffRoad Solutions: (parts and engine swap) https://www.offroadsolutions.com/
- Used Parts: https://yotayard.com/
- Aftermarket Upgrades: https://trail-gear.com/
- Genuine OEM Toyota Parts: https://parts.olathetoyota.com/
- Aftermarket Upgrades: https://www.4xinnovations.com/
- Toyota OEM parts: https://www.toyotapartsdeal.com/
- Old Man Emu: https://www.rocky-road.com/old-man-emu-4runner.html
- Yota Masters. Comprehensive parts list for all kinds of upgrades! https://www.yotamasters.com/
- Martin Crawler. LOTS of custom Toyota 4×4 parts and upgrades! https://www.marlincrawler.com/
- LC Engineering. Many cool and useful parts of all kinds! https://www.lceperformance.com/
Full Service Shops:
- Yota 1 Perfomance: https://209yota1.com/
- Engine Swaps 3.4 specialists: https://www.toyonlyswaps.com/
- Toyota Engine Swaps: https://toyonlyswaps.com/services/