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drNick replied to the thread Best color to hide swirls/scratches.Silver -
drNick replied to the thread Skid Plate Recommendations for SR5? Oil change drainage considerations.Rival4x4 is great. I just did an oil change through it. Don’t forget to place a Fumoto valve instead of the drain plug. Your life will...
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drNick replied to the thread 3 months in, and I’m noticing some issues. Anyone else??.On and off I get rattles from the rear window. Rattles and occasionally pops. Sometimes there are none. Sometimes gets annoying. I will...
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drNick replied to the thread Cold air intake CAI on non-hybrid?.I have heard many say there isn’t a notable performance upgrade. People do it for the turbo sound. Personally I wouldn’t do it.
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drNick replied to the thread What oil filter are people using for oil changes?.Toyota parts.com through my local dealer run discounts every holiday. A six quart box of oil comes to $26 and the filter is like $4-5...
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drNick replied to the thread Fumoto Oil Drain Valve for 6th gen 4Runner?.I change the oil of my vehicles often, so crud is not an issue, and Fumoto helps with fast and easy oil drain. Can’t ask for more…
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drNick replied to the thread Fumoto Oil Drain Valve for 6th gen 4Runner?.Fumoto valves are great. Made in Japan. I installed F133N. Super easy to drain the oil through the opening of the Rival 4x4 skid plate.
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drNick replied to the thread Recommended engine break-in and oil change frequency + factory oil analysis test (by Motor Oil Geek).https://www.fumotousa.com/cars-pickups-toyota-2025-4runner-2-4l-4-cyl
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drNick replied to the thread Sufficient Power In the 2025 Gas Motor?.This is not made to be a race car. However, it has a punchy and strong engine with plenty of torque. The only downside is that it is...
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drNick replied to the thread Did anyone’s 4Runner come standard with the “secret” flashlight lantern in dash cubby hole?.Mine came in with the lantern.
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drNick reacted to carson892's post in the thread My new TRD ORP saved my life! Accident / collision with F-150 pickup with
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drNick replied to the thread My new TRD ORP saved my life! Accident / collision with F-150 pickup.Praise the Lord! Looks like the 4Runner is your next new car and for a good reason. Really good safety performance. Glad you are doing well.
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a happy dentist 🦷
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drNick replied to the thread 5W-30 for hot climates? 0W-20 for cold climates?.As I told you, your money, your car, your freedom to do whatever you want….
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drNick replied to the thread 5W-30 for hot climates? 0W-20 for cold climates?.
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drNick replied to the thread 5W-30 for hot climates? 0W-20 for cold climates?.Watch the @CarCareNut video on the topic, which is precisely my point. It’s your car, your money and the freedom to do whatever you want...
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Honestly I hope I never have to find out. I do, however, intend on holding onto this one for a long time so maybe I'll resurrect this...
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I made this purchase based on budget and intended use. If long-term value were the priority, then the Platinum, Trailhunter, or TRD Pro...
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drNick replied to the thread Dash Cubby Cover w/ built-in Leatherman holder - 3D print file.Thank you very much!
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drNick replied to the thread What grease and favorite grease gun for prop shafts ?.AMSOIL 100% Synthetic Multi-Purpose Grease LockNLube Heavy Duty Lever Grease Gun (Green)
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drNick replied to the thread What grease and favorite grease gun for prop shafts ?.AMSOIL NLGI #2 100% Synthetic Polymeric Off-Road Grease
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drNick replied to the thread Hybrid vs Gas Long Term Value???.The Land Cruiser 250 sold around the world has the 2.8 turbo diesel. It is great, high torque engine. I guess Toyota put together the...
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drNick replied to the thread Hybrid vs Gas Long Term Value???.For acceleration the Bronco with the 2.7 V6 turbo is possibly the fastest of the bunch. Not sure about its reliability though...
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drNick replied to the thread Hybrid vs Gas Long Term Value???.Toyota makes good unibody hybrids, but no body on frame trucks with good hybrid solutions. Look at the absurd placement of the battery...
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drNick replied to the thread Hybrid vs Gas Long Term Value???.The reasons I purchased the gas only version are mainly two, and both involve the battery and its placement. First, it takes 10 inches...
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drNick replied to the thread Why only 2025 4Runners (no 2026 4Runner) on dealer lots?.Folks are still grieving for the Gen 5 and its 4.0l naturally aspirated engine, plus the Mexican built Tacos are naturally having issues...
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drNick replied to the thread Why only 2025 4Runners (no 2026 4Runner) on dealer lots?.They come on a ship, have to be fitted at the port with add-ons like running boards, etc. Then the cars got allocated and trucked to the...
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drNick replied to the thread What Gas Octane Level Required For iForce Max Hybrid - 87 or 91?.I run mine on Costco Premium gas. Runs great and don’t plan to switch to a regular anytime soon.
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drNick replied to the thread What Gas Octane Level Required For iForce Max Hybrid - 87 or 91?.I run mine on Costco Premium gas. Runs great and I don’t think of switching to regular anytime soon.
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drNick reacted to Nodak's post in the thread What Gas Octane Level Required For iForce Max Hybrid - 87 or 91? with Like.
the rated hp from oem is based on 87 octane the rate hp on the LC250 is based on 91 octane lol i like an engineer to explain that...
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drNick replied to the thread Engine/Turbo reliability inquiry.The 2.4 turbo has been used in many Toyota/Lexus models for a few years now. In contrast to the 3.4 V6 in the Tundra, the LX and the GX...
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drNick reacted to alldogsoffroad's post in the thread Recommended engine break-in and oil change frequency + factory oil analysis test (by Motor Oil Geek) with Like.
Lake Speed Jr is awesome, I'm really glad he picked up a new Tacoma to build content with. It'll be interesting to get input from a...
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drNick reacted to 4running's post in the thread Recommended engine break-in and oil change frequency + factory oil analysis test (by Motor Oil Geek) with Like.
In case anyone's wondering, this guy isn't just another self-proclaimed expert Youtuber. Motor Oil Geek is Lake Speed Jr. His father was...
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drNick replied to the thread Weather Tech vs. Lasfit Floor Mats Liners.I got Lasfit. Cheaper than Weathertech and IMO equally good. Personally I am very satisfied with them.
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drNick replied to the thread What factory oil and filter?.Mobil 1 0w-20 ESPx2 is a very good oil for turbo engines like ours. It can be purchased on sale on Amazon and in Walmart.
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drNick replied to the thread Recommended engine break-in and oil change frequency + factory oil analysis test (by Motor Oil Geek).Mobil 1 0w-20 ESPx2 is a good oil which can be bought on sale on Amazon or in Walmart. For $30 bucks plus $10 for the filter, I don’t...
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drNick reacted to Joe Dirt's post in the thread Recommended engine break-in and oil change frequency + factory oil analysis test (by Motor Oil Geek) with Like.
Yeah I would concur that oil debates can be very opinionated and Elusive and not based off engineering statistics. I do believe that...
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drNick reacted to sstarrx2's post in the thread Recommended engine break-in and oil change frequency + factory oil analysis test (by Motor Oil Geek) with Like.
Use what your manual says to use...Toyota knows better than any what you should use. The internet just muddys the water.
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drNick replied to the thread 5W-30 for hot climates? 0W-20 for cold climates?.it looks like this manual is for a different engine. The oil fill is 7.7 quarts! The Toyota 2.4 Turbo 4 in the 4Runner and North...
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drNick replied to the thread Recommended engine break-in and oil change frequency + factory oil analysis test (by Motor Oil Geek).When I buy a new car on the first oil change, I always replace the oil drain bolt with a Fumoto valve. This makes all subsequent oil...
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drNick reacted to TurboGuy2000's post in the thread Recommended engine break-in and oil change frequency + factory oil analysis test (by Motor Oil Geek) with Like.
These are turbo motors. Change the oil often and use the best, most expensive oil. Too poor to afford good and frequent oil changes...
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drNick replied to the thread 5W-30 for hot climates? 0W-20 for cold climates?.Thank you for helping me prove my point. Although Grok is no Toyota, the fore mentioned information sheds a light on two important...
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drNick replied to the thread Oil Settings Update after first oil change.Motor oil is cheap, engine repairs are very expensive.
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drNick replied to the thread 5W-30 for hot climates? 0W-20 for cold climates?.I haven’t seen anywhere proof about what you are saying. Toyota is selling the 4Runner in North America, and recommends the use of 0W20...
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drNick replied to the thread Skid Plates install on 2025 4Runner TRD Sport 6th Gen?.I installed them on mine and am very satisfied. For one, there is a service opening on the engine plate which makes the oil changes easy...
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drNick replied to the thread Recommended engine break-in and oil change frequency + factory oil analysis test (by Motor Oil Geek).I personally never saw the point of using oil additives. If one doesn’t like a particular oil, there are hundreds of other options to...
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drNick replied to the thread I love my 6th gen but ride quality not as smooth as 5th gen?.I had the opportunity to drive extensively the Land Cruiser as well. In comparison to my new 4Runner the LC has a little smoother ride...
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drNick replied to the thread 5W-30 for hot climates? 0W-20 for cold climates?.The reason I am hesitant changing the recommended viscosity is that the motor oil in modern engines doesn’t work only for lubrication...
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drNick replied to the thread Recommended engine break-in and oil change frequency + factory oil analysis test (by Motor Oil Geek).Another good example why we shouldn’t follow the car manufacturer’s recommendations 100% of the time. Extra care is better than neglect...
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drNick replied to the thread Recommended engine break-in and oil change frequency + factory oil analysis test (by Motor Oil Geek).Can’t think of a better knowledge in the field. What I like about his narrative is that he explains everything in a very simple language...