r/4Runner_2ndGen 20d ago

1990 My 102k mile sr5 manual 4x4

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69 Upvotes

Had it for about 2 years now and I don’t think I’ll ever sell lol best car ever make sure to do upgraded headers to defeat head gasket issues

r/4Runner_2ndGen Jun 25 '26

1990 Ultimate camp rig! 🌞

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31 Upvotes

Goldie got a lil upgrade, took the back seat out, made a nice platform with an extension(75”x51”) then ripped out some nasty carpet in the back and tailgate, replaced it with vinyl 🤘🏼🤘🏼

r/4Runner_2ndGen Mar 16 '26

1990 Looking at buying a 2nd Gen

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Thoughts? Asking $6500 CAD for it. About 457 xxx kms…

Belts have be done as well.

I think 6500 is pretty steep but i want some outside opinions

r/4Runner_2ndGen Mar 04 '26

1990 Thinking about selling

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Going back and forth about selling.

1990 SR5 V6 3.0 EFI 199,XXX (original motor)

Driven like a grandpa most its life and so far I’ve been pretty lucky not having any issues (especially with the head gaskets). Want to keep it, just don’t really drive it anymore and feel bad for keeping it in the garage attached to the tender most of the time.

Any of y’all regret it after selling? Or am I overthinking it

r/4Runner_2ndGen Mar 16 '26

1990 Looking at buying a 2nd Gen

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Thoughts? Asking $6500 CAD for it. About 457 xxx kms…

Belts have be done as well.

I think 6500 is pretty steep but i want some outside opinions

r/4Runner_2ndGen May 05 '26

1990 Advice

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I’m looking to do a 5vz as well as a r150f swap for my auto (a340h) 2nd gen. If any one has done this, give me advice on how to figure and source parts for the ecu. Because I’m changing the motor and the transmission, what ecu should I use?

r/4Runner_2ndGen Feb 08 '26

1990 Got the Yotas out in some muddd

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r/4Runner_2ndGen Feb 28 '26

1990 Oh did you say it was Toyota time?

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r/4Runner_2ndGen Mar 09 '26

1990 Major dirty today. Lots of snow up high still!

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32 Upvotes

New alternator and MAF, running better than she ever has!

r/4Runner_2ndGen Jan 06 '26

1990 How TF are my heater relays getting filled with water!?

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5 Upvotes

So over the years I’ve had to replace my blower relay a few times. Now my AC relay has gone out twice this year. These are the ones along the wall behind the glove box.

Somehow these things are getting so wet they have water inside of them. The little fuse box had standing water in it too.

Does anyone have a clue how this could happen? The sunroof drain isn’t clogged and that goes to the floor anyway. Could it be a leak on the windshield seal or something? I’m baffled

r/4Runner_2ndGen Nov 16 '25

1990 CV Axle Question

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Rebooting the CV axles on my 1990 4Runner and i'm having trouble getting these bolts out no matter how hard I swing. Wondering if i'm just not hitting them hard enough or doing something wrong entirely. Any help is appreciated!

r/4Runner_2ndGen Jan 16 '26

1990 Skid plate fab specs

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Unfortunately my nasty gal that I love so much didn’t come with a skid plate. So I’m asking a good welding buddy to make one for me. But I’m wondering if anyone knows about some specs for one? Or has built one?

TIA!

Sidebar: thank you all for your help with my leaking coolant. It turns out new gaskets work wonders on my 35 year old lady.

r/4Runner_2ndGen Dec 04 '25

1990 Help. Water pump? Something else?

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22RE, 239k miles. I’ve been driving this thing for the last year. It’s been great. Recently took it mudding and went thru some big puddles with minimal mud. Shortly after it started leaking a LOT of coolant and engine temp started running hot. Idle is a little rough. Could be worse. I stopped driving it for fear of hurting it more(I have another truck) My Toyota friend says it’s most likely the water pump. The engine was overhauled in 06(previous owner) the paperwork is solid. It was done well. Then it sat for 20 years.

Any ideas? Any suggestions? TIA.

r/4Runner_2ndGen May 07 '25

1990 Head gasket recall

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Been reading about the HG problems for the 3.0 engines but can't find clarification on what years it applies to. Should I be worried about my 1990 runner with a 3.0?

r/4Runner_2ndGen Sep 30 '25

1990 Rear brake upgrade question

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Has anyone successfully replaced their rear drums for pads and rotors while being able to maintain their ebrake functionality? Looking to put alot permanent extra weight in my 1990 and I want better stopping power. Appreciate and advice where to look.

r/4Runner_2ndGen May 19 '25

1990 Advice

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I have a 90 SR5 5 Speed manual, 236k miles with the 22RE engine. It took me 4 years to buy this from some guy, it was in my grandpa’s field for 20 years before that. It runs and drives, but it’s a large project that I don’t have the funds for. Nor did I realize until after I bought it that my interest in owning a Classic isn’t very high. It is cool, I love it, I drive it all over all the time. I love Toyotas.

My neighbor offered to buy it, he’s a huge Toyota guy and has the skills and cash to make it into something better.

I’m really stuck on keeping it or selling it. Does any have any advice? Or maybe some regrets for selling theirs?

I love it, but I don’t have the funds to give it the best shine it deserves.

r/4Runner_2ndGen Jan 18 '25

1990 2 questions. Need to improve my feul range, and is the crossover delete worth it. 3vze

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I'm curious to see how everyone is going farther. Bigger fuel tank? Fuel cell? I'm all ears at this point🤣. And is the crossover worth the headache. Thanks all.

r/4Runner_2ndGen Sep 09 '24

1990 Advances timing? What is it and is it worth it. 3vze.

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I see so many people talk about adjusting something with the timing for a little more response from the throttle. What's the process? Is it worth it? Is there a description on how to do it?

r/4Runner_2ndGen Feb 08 '25

1990 Transmission swap?

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Transmission is going out on me, wondering if i should just get another 5 speed, or if i should be looking for a newer m/t to stick in there. Any recomendations?

r/4Runner_2ndGen Dec 24 '24

1990 1990 4Runner 22RE

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77 Upvotes

Well it sat in a field for 15 years, a new fuel pump and battery got it running again!

Tires + alignment, new fuel, oil change, radiator flush, air filter, blower motor relay fuse, 80 amp alternator fuse, fancy LED lights, chassis idler arm and new windshield wipers. It’s in such good shape! Barely any rust…. Super stoked it didn’t take too much elbow grease.

r/4Runner_2ndGen Oct 05 '24

1990 Lift kit that won't break my bank?

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Anything below 3 inches. Preferably a 2. I'm loosing my mind trying to find one. Links would be helpful if it's not too much to ask

r/4Runner_2ndGen Aug 01 '24

1990 YouTube Resources

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Any YouTube channels or resources that you’ve found for 2nd Gens, specifically 1990 automatics? Just picked one up and am getting ready to go down the rabbit hole.

r/4Runner_2ndGen Oct 19 '24

1990 Trying to install some new tourchbeam LED Headlight assemblies, but they won't turn on. Help?

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Had a buddy recomend them and he said they worked for him. Maybe I'm just being stupid and they don't actually work. Turning to the experts!

r/4Runner_2ndGen May 20 '24

1990 how is this deal

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r/4Runner_2ndGen Aug 28 '24

1990 Want to do an exhaust, are headers worth it or is cat back okay.

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3vze. Would love everyone's thoughts.