Probably me getting all worked up over nothing, but...
I'm the proud owner of a '90 v6 4runner with 308k original miles. Second owner, and the thing has been running strong so far. Burns and leaks a little oil, but no biggie as long as I remember to put a quart in occasionally.
Recently noticed that one of the CV boots has a hole in it, and the entire suspension assembly on that side is coated in oil. While I was down there I noticed a few other small leaks along the axle assembly and rear of the engine.
Now, my question is how big of an issue is this. I don't ever wheel it, its my DD so it sticks to pavement for the most part. In a couple weeks i'm supposed to be driving from Portland to Seattle for a convention and i'm worried that something might break (Actually, my overbearing and pessimistic father is worried... but yeah...)
So am I getting worked up over nothing, and how much of a hassle is this to do yourself?
I'm the proud owner of a '90 v6 4runner with 308k original miles. Second owner, and the thing has been running strong so far. Burns and leaks a little oil, but no biggie as long as I remember to put a quart in occasionally.
Recently noticed that one of the CV boots has a hole in it, and the entire suspension assembly on that side is coated in oil. While I was down there I noticed a few other small leaks along the axle assembly and rear of the engine.
Now, my question is how big of an issue is this. I don't ever wheel it, its my DD so it sticks to pavement for the most part. In a couple weeks i'm supposed to be driving from Portland to Seattle for a convention and i'm worried that something might break (Actually, my overbearing and pessimistic father is worried... but yeah...)
So am I getting worked up over nothing, and how much of a hassle is this to do yourself?
