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  1. riffman12

    another heater issue - I searched I promise!

    yeah that's what's strange is that it keeps re-blocking after I flush it. My buddy who's a Toyota mechanic says that's kind of early signs of a failing core, but I hope not.
  2. riffman12

    another heater issue - I searched I promise!

    So I plan to flush my core again this Saturday. Here's what I'm thinking, curious if you guys think this makes sense: After doing my blue fan clutch mod, my cruiser still gets 215+ on long mountain climbs like up to Donner Summit. This has always made me wonder if my radiator was a bit gunked...
  3. riffman12

    Vent temps....heater on. Whatcha got?

    Ugh I'm jealous Going to flush my core for the 3rd time today.
  4. riffman12

    another heater issue - I searched I promise!

    yeah thermostat was replaced by a toyota specific mechanic about 2 months ago. Temps get up to 186 at idle here in the winter so I don't have any reason to believe it's stuck open.
  5. riffman12

    another heater issue - I searched I promise!

    hm ok I'll check that today - thanks. Wonder if that would cause the heater to run cold? any other ideas? It seems to me like the core is just clogged with gunk again. I just don't understand how that is linked to me driving my car at altitude o_O
  6. riffman12

    another heater issue - I searched I promise!

    wanted to give an update here as it's still driving me NUTS. Had the leaking valve replaced under warranty yesterday. Didn't change anything. Let the car idle for about 30 minutes with the bleeder funnel today. One bubble came out. Didn't change anything. the hoses on both sides of the...
  7. riffman12

    another heater issue - I searched I promise!

    Thanks, but I only disconnected the cable while I was testing the system. Cable operates as it should and moves the valve all the way to the stop. I've adjusted it several times in the past and even moved the valve manually to rule out the cable. The issue at the moment is the leak from the...
  8. riffman12

    another heater issue - I searched I promise!

    update to this: I've had pretty good heat at sea level since my last core flush with CLR. It doesn't get as hot as our 2000 4runner, but it was plenty warm enough for me on cold mornings. The last trip I went on got us up to 10,000ft+ and my heater quickly became useless like before. Now I've...
  9. riffman12

    RTH - big time fuel vapors

    Hi guys I'm on a 4 day trip through the Eastern Sierras and had a bit of a hiccup last night. 5k miles ago i swapped the factory charcoal cannister for the aftermarket one everyone uses. I forget the part number. I also recently put in a new fuel pump relay. Car has been great, but after...
  10. riffman12

    1996 Electric passanger seat stuck in recline position

    How did he get the seat far back enough to even drive the thing??
  11. riffman12

    Oil Light Keeps Coming On

    what do you mean when you say oil level is fine? Mine comes on even if I'm slightly low. Seems pretty sensitive Is it on all the time or does it come on for a bit then turn off?
  12. riffman12

    Ugh think I scored!!

    Yeah you stole that. Nice work.
  13. riffman12

    Slow to start

    Then I would check the Fuel Pump Relay. If you search there are instructions on how to clean it, but as I said I opted to just a get a new one and keep the other one for a trail spare.
  14. riffman12

    replacing o2 sensors - question

    Thanks for the advice. I just ordered the two Denso units for peace of mind. I'll be thrilled if I could get up to 15-16 mpgs. Currently at 13 :rofl:
  15. riffman12

    What Did You Do with Your 80 This Weekend?

    I think there's just a certain charm to classic cars. A 2017 chevy malibu is probably better in every single way (and faster) than a 1972 Porsche 911s, but I wouldn't have much trouble choosing
  16. riffman12

    Slow to start

    this sounds more like fuel delivery. Some members have had success cleaning or replacing their Fuel Pump Relay. I tried to open mine up to clean it, but it looked like a pain to open up and I figured I would surely break the tabs, so I ordered a new OEM one for about $80 I would also check...
  17. riffman12

    replacing o2 sensors - question

    Still kind of confused after this... Are there 2 or 3 total? What is that third part number I listed?
  18. riffman12

    What tire size on stock wheel and lift

    was going to make a head gasket comment but everyone beat me to it. Just go with 285/75/16 If you want to spend more, get BFG K02. Costco has good prices on them. If you want to spend less, get the Falken Wildpeak AT3W from Discount Tire Direct. If you wait for a sale, you can get them for...
  19. riffman12

    RTH - rear diff drain plug fell out on road trip

    Because if you pay a shop to do work on your car, you shouldn't be expected to check their work. 99% of people who pay a shop to do work do it because they don't have the ability or knowledge to do it themselves. That being said, 2 months is a lot of time to hold them accountable and will be...
  20. riffman12

    replacing o2 sensors - question

    so my '97 has 165k miles on it, and I'm starting to plan some longer trips - many of which are at high altitude and I need all the power I can get. I've been on a tear lately with making sure the truck is running in tip top shape. I'm not throwing any codes, but lately it has felt a little dull...
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