I need to replace the vinyl boots around the shifters on an '87 4Runner.
How the heck does the gearshift knob come off?  Is it driven on or threaded?
Not real intuitive here.
( my wife has re-upholstered the console and wants to replace the shifter

Okay - I am stupid.
I replaced my head gaskets and adjusted the valves on my '88 3VZE.
After putting it all back together, it won't start.  The engine cranks, but
no ignition whatsoever.  I have spark going to the plugs.  The fuel line is

I need to fix the rear wiper and windoe and need a wiring diagram.

Will a 87 4runner Automatic Trans with the original harness that has the big
white plug for the ECT work without the ECT, say with a manual transmission?
What I'm getting at is could you switch the auto for a manual & keep the
harness/ecu & unplug the ectl?

I'm replacing my clutch on a 1997 Toyota Tacoma 4x4 V6 5Spd with 4.10 gears
and 35" tires.
I don't want to spend too much money and overkill on a new clutch but I want
to buy quality.

I'm thinking about installing a DIN size Pioneer CD/MP3 Receiver deck in
my '85 SR5 Extra Cab. Anybody got any helpful hints or tips?  This is the
first time I've installed a DIN type radio in any vehicle.  
Are there any tips or tricks that I should be aware of while removing the ...

All,
 Looks like the front brakes are pretty rusted out. I'm going to need
to replace the rotors, brake pads, and brake caliper pins. Can anyone
suggest a good source for the parts? How about suggestions on whether

I need to get a used engine. Can anyone tell me which junk yard with
good reputation in southern california, preferably in Los Angeles and
Orange County.
Thanks,

My 81 Toyota has a carbureted 22r engine.. I just know this is gunna let me
down when i start hitting the hills offroading or get a little angled. How
dificult would it be to convert to fuel injected? Was thinking of buying a
short block(engine's reaching it's last legs) And then ...

Anyone heard about some law congress is trying to pass to keep people from
working on their own cars? There seems to be a big hipe about it up here in
alaska. From my understanding congress is trying to pass a law to PROTECT
our rights to fix our own vehicles, not hinder them. Any ...

Well folks I've been putting it off but it's getting down to the wire.My
84 Dodge D50 (mitsubishi),that gave us years of reliable service is
getting a bit under the weather so I'm ready to take the Tacoma plunge.I
trust the Toyota name already owning two,a 99 Corrola that saved my ...

Does anybody know how much freon a 87 Toyota truck holds? Mine has leaked out
and I'll be filling it from scratch (after fixing the leak of course )  Thanx!
                                                        Mike

Does anyone ahve any hints, suggestions for removing the trim ring around
the CD/Radio?

The actual mileage is always lower, consistently off by 2 mph. I
called this a feel-good meter.
Do you have a same problem?

Our 04 Pre Runner is pretty basic and has no option to adjust the
steering wheel however it seems the set factory position
is a little high,about 2" into the bottom of the windshield.The steering
column does have the little square plug where the adjustable lever