The 2nd Gen 4Runner Blog
175 articles of builds, wrenching guides, mods and know-how.
2nd Gen 4Runner Accessories: The Complete 1990–1995 List
October 14, 2026
Toyota 4Runner Years to Avoid (1984–2002)
October 14, 2026
Gifts for 2nd Gen 4Runner Owners, Sorted by Budget
September 30, 20262nd Gen 4Runner Paint Code: Where to Find It and How to Use It
September 28, 20262nd Gen 4Runner Smog Check Guide: OBD1 Testing, EGR Mods & What Fails
September 28, 20262nd Gen 4Runner CV Axles After a Lift: What Actually Changes
September 28, 20263VZE Code 52: What the Knock Sensor Code Actually Means
September 28, 2026Where Does the Spare Go After a Lift or Bigger Tires?
September 28, 2026Aisin Manual Hub Rebuild and Service Guide
September 28, 20262nd Gen 4Runner vs. 1989–1995 Toyota Pickup: What Parts Actually Interchange
September 28, 2026R12 to R134a A/C Retrofit Guide for the 2nd Gen 4Runner
September 28, 2026
22RE Exhaust Manifold Crack: The Tick That Fades Warm
September 3, 2026
Boosting a 22RE: Turbo vs Supercharger, From Experience
September 3, 2026
2nd Gen 4Runner Motor Mounts: The Clunk and the Shake
September 3, 202622RE Coolant Pipes: The Hidden Steel That Kills Engines
September 2, 202622RE EGR Cooler: The Carbon-Choked Part Nobody Checks
September 2, 2026
22RE Idle Speed: How to Adjust It (and When Not To)
September 2, 2026
22RE Oil Pump: Low Pressure, Read Before You Replace
September 2, 2026Rebuilding a 22RE: When It’s Worth It, When It Isn’t
September 2, 202622RE Timing Chain Replacement Interval: When, Why, and the Rattle
September 2, 202622RE Valve Adjustment: The Tappet Tick, Cured
September 2, 2026
2nd Gen 4Runner Brake Light Switch: Stuck On or Dead
September 2, 20262nd Gen 4Runner Interior Lighting: Fix Dim, Go LED
September 2, 2026Turbocharging the 3VZE: What Boost Does to the 3-Slow
September 2, 2026
How to Install a Roof Rack on a 2nd Gen 4Runner (90-95)
September 1, 2026
Compressor Duty Cycle Explained (And Why It Matters More Than You Think)
August 15, 2026
Airing Up All Four Tires at Once: How a Quad Hose Kit Works
August 15, 2026
How Long Does It Take to Air Up After a Trail Run?
August 15, 2026Onboard Air for a 2nd Gen 4Runner: Single, Twin, or Portable?
August 15, 2026
Onboard vs Portable Air Compressor: Which Should You Buy?
August 15, 2026
Airing Down Is Free Traction. Deflators Make It Fast.
August 15, 2026
What CFM Do You Actually Need? Off-Road Compressor Numbers
August 15, 2026What Tire Pressure Should You Run Off-Road?
August 15, 2026
2nd Gen 4Runner Gear Ratios: Finding Yours and Choosing Bigger Tires
August 14, 20262nd Gen 4Runner Interior Restoration: Cracked Dash, Seats & Headliner
August 14, 2026
2nd Gen 4Runner Axles & Differentials: What You Actually Have
August 14, 20263VZE Exhaust Upgrades: What Helps, What's Noise, What to Avoid
August 14, 20262nd Gen 4Runner Driveline Vibration: U-Joints & Carrier Bearing
August 3, 20262nd Gen 4Runner Heater Blower Not Working: The Short List
August 3, 20262nd Gen 4Runner Power Steering Leaks & the Drag Link Campaign
August 3, 20262nd Gen 4Runner MPG: Real-World Numbers & What Actually Helps
August 3, 2026Buying a 2nd Gen 4Runner? The Rust Inspection Checklist
August 3, 2026Why Your 2nd Gen 4Runner Sags in the Rear (And the Fix)
August 3, 2026Bouncing Speedometer on a 2nd Gen 4Runner? It's the Cable
August 3, 20262nd Gen 4Runner Tailgate Window Won't Go Down? Start Here
August 3, 20263VZE Budget Mods That Actually Work (And What to Skip)
August 3, 20263VZE EGR Codes Explained: Why Code 71 Keeps Coming Back
August 3, 20263VZE Head Gasket Symptoms: What Every 2nd Gen Owner Should Know
August 3, 20263VZE Running Hot? The Overheating Diagnosis Chain
August 3, 20261995 Toyota 4Runner: What They Cost, What Breaks, What to Buy
July 14, 2026
2nd Gen 4Runner 4WD Not Engaging? Complete Troubleshooting Guide
July 14, 2026
1995 Toyota 4Runner Towing Capacity (and 1990-94): Real Numbers
July 14, 20262nd Gen 4Runner Years to Avoid (and the Best Year to Buy)
July 14, 2026What's the Max Tire Size on a Stock 2nd Gen 4Runner?
July 14, 202622RE vs. 3VZE: Which 2nd Gen 4Runner Engine Is Better?
June 19, 2026
2nd Gen 4Runner ABS Light On? Brake Troubleshooting Guide. 90–95
June 19, 2026
2nd Gen 4Runner Automatic Transmission Guide: Care, Warning Signs
June 19, 20262nd Gen 4Runner Head Gasket Problems: Symptoms, fixes, DIY
June 19, 2026
How Many Miles Will a 95 4Runner Last? 300,000+
June 19, 2026
2nd Gen 4Runner Rear Window Not Working? Causes, Troubleshooting
June 19, 2026
2nd Gen 4Runner Wandering Steering? Ball Joints, Idler Arms
June 19, 2026
2nd Gen vs 3rd Gen 4Runner: Specs, Rust and Price Compared
June 19, 2026
Best Lift Kit for a 2nd Gen 4Runner: Sizing & Tire Fitment
June 19, 2026Best Mods for a 2nd Gen 4Runner: Where to Start (Priority)
June 19, 2026How to Build a 2nd Gen 4Runner for Overlanding & Camping (90–95)
June 19, 2026
Is this the best version of the Toyota 4runner?
June 19, 2026
The Complete Inspection Guide. Toyota 4Runner (1990–1995)
June 19, 2026
Choosing ATOM or Scarlet LED Headlights for Your 2nd Gen 4runner?
June 19, 2026DIY Drawer Plans 4Runner: Building Custom Storage Solutions!
April 17, 2026The 1UZ 4Runner: Unleashing the Power of Legendary Engine Swaps
April 16, 2026
Trail Standard Offroad: Preparing Your 4Runner for Adventure
April 15, 2026Truth Told: How Reliable is the 1990 Toyota 4Runner?
March 18, 2026The Holy Grail: Owning a 2nd Gen 4Runner with a stick shift
March 17, 2026
Budget-Friendly Adventures: Affordable 2nd Gen 4Runner Mods!
March 15, 2026
Keeping Your Legend Alive: Essential 2nd Gen 4Runner Maintenance
March 14, 2026
Head-to-Head! Comparing 2nd Gen T4R to 3rd Gen Off-Road!
March 13, 2026
The Enduring Spirit: Tracing the Toyota 4Runner Legacy Off-Road
March 12, 20262nd Gen 4Runner: Daily Driver and Trail Crawler Build
March 11, 2026Enduring Icon: Why the 2nd Gen 4Runner is a Classic Off-Roader
March 10, 2026Revitalize Your Cabin: Essential 2nd Gen 4Runner Interior Upgrade
March 9, 2026
Breathing New Life: Restoring a 2nd Gen 4Runner for Trails
March 8, 2026Fortify Your Ride: A Guide to 2nd Gen T4R Rock Sliders Install
March 7, 2026
Mastering the Wilderness: Your 2nd Gen 4Runner Overland Build!
March 6, 2026
Protect Your Classic: The Ultimate Dash Mat for 2nd Gen 4Runners
March 4, 2026
Best Tires for a 2nd Gen 4Runner (90-95): Sizes That Fit
March 4, 2026
Unlocking the Wild: 90-95 Toyota 4Runner Off-Road Capabilities
March 2, 2026
Why the 2nd Gen 4Runner Is Still the Trail Standard
March 1, 2026
The Legendary 2nd Gen 4Runner. Sets the Trail Standard offroad?
February 28, 2026The Ultimate Guide to Fixing Your 2nd Gen 4Runner Rear Window
February 27, 2026The Ultimate 1UZ-FE Engine Swap Guide for Your Toyota 4Runner
February 25, 20262nd Gen 4Runner Lift Kits & Suspension Tuning Explained
February 24, 2026THE 2nd Gen 4Runner Restoration & Build Guide!
February 23, 2026Stop the Leak! The Toyota 3VZ/22RE Power Steering delete kit!
January 29, 2026The Ultimate 2nd Gen 4Runner Authority Hub!!!
January 29, 2026Adjustable Panhard Bar, 2nd Gen 4Runner (90-95): Recenter the Axle
January 29, 2026
DIY: Replacing the Fuel Pump and Filter on a 2nd Gen 4Runner 3VZE
December 1, 2025How to Diagnose and Fix the Infamous 2nd Gen 4Runner Pinion Seal
December 1, 2025Simple Fixes for Common 2nd Gen 4Runner Electrical Issues
December 1, 2025
The Ultimate Guide to 2nd Gen 4Runner Rust Repair.
November 27, 2025
300,000k Dream: Your Guide to Making a 2nd Gen T4R Bulletproof.
November 11, 2025
Bye Saggy Butt: The Ultimate Guide to Restoring Your 2nd Gen T4R
November 11, 2025
3VZ-E Feeling Slow? How to Add Power to the 3.0L V6
November 11, 2025Kill the 3.Slow: Your Definitive Guide to the 3.4L 5VZ-FE Engine
November 11, 2025Ticking Time Bomb in Your Engine Bay: 2nd Gen 4Runner Cooling.
November 11, 2025From "3.Blow" to Bulletproof: The Definitive Guide to Reliability
November 10, 2025
Enhance Your Outdoor Experience with Expert Tips
October 27, 2025Maximizing Your Outdoor Gear Investment: Expert Tips
October 27, 2025
Why the 2nd Gen 4Runner Deserves a Home (And We're Building it!)
October 27, 2025The Ultimate Guide to Experiencing the American Outdoors.
October 24, 2025
2nd Gen 4Runner Mods: The Upgrade Order That Actually Works
October 22, 2025The 2nd Generation Toyota 4Runner: Everything YOU Need To Know.
October 10, 2025
The American Outdoor Adventure: Your Journey Starts Here And Now!
October 10, 2025The Complete 2nd Generation Toyota 4Runner Modification Guide.
October 10, 2025
The Ultimate Guide to 2nd Gen Toyota 4Runner Headlights
September 19, 20252nd Gen 4Runner (1990-95): The Complete Owner's & Build Guide
September 19, 2025Complete 2nd Gen 4Runner Build Guide - Stock to Trail Killer (90-95)
July 28, 2025The Timeless Legacy of the 2nd Generation 4Runner.
July 17, 2025Why the 2nd Gen 4Runner Became a Legend (1990–1995)
June 30, 2025
The Ultimate Blue Collar Companion: working man thermoses.
June 28, 2025
The Toyota 4Runner: A Second Generation Legend.
June 23, 20252nd Gen 4Runner Roof Rack Comparison: Every Option Tested (90-95)
June 19, 2025The Toyota 4Runner: More Than Just a Vehicle, It's Freedom.
June 18, 2025
Why Your 2nd Gen Toyota 4Runner Desperately Needs THESE!
June 18, 2025
Why are 2nd Gen Toyota 4Runners so good with a 3 inch lift?
June 18, 2025
NICE RACK! THE 2ND GEN 4RUNNER V3 RTT Roof rack!
June 16, 2025Overland Camping for Beginners: A Complete guide.
June 4, 2025
Power Steering Idle Up Valve Delete Kit. Best 2nd gen 4runner mod
May 16, 2025Full-Length Roof Rack for 2nd Gen 4Runner: Is It Worth It?
April 18, 2025The Timeless Tale of Toyota's Toughest
April 2, 2025
Almost out of stock completely!!
April 1, 2025"Severe thunderstorm warning" (a fictional short story)
March 31, 20252025 mod list! 2nd gen 4runner
March 24, 2025Spring is finally here! Dusting off the 2nd gen 4runner.
March 24, 2025
High output, low cost LED Projector headlight? Meet the Apollo!
March 19, 2025
The ultimate 2nd gen 4Runner headlight. Meet the Everest.
March 19, 2025
2nd gen 4Runner headlights! The Sinister LED projector.
March 18, 2025Best. 2nd gen 4runner mods! ELECTRONIC IDLE UP!!
March 14, 20252nd Gen 4Runner Storage Revolution: Building a Drawer system.
March 7, 2025Toyota 4Runner (90-95) The DIY guide for preventative maintenance
March 6, 2025It's been with me through everything...could I sell it?. Idk
February 19, 2025
Sloppy shifting?? 2nd Gen 4Runner shifter bushing replacement.
February 12, 2025
This engine part could be failing and you don't even know it..
February 10, 2025
NEW clear glass headlights for 2nd gen 4Runner!
February 10, 2025
Best 2nd gen 4Runner Spark plug wires, PERIOD..
February 9, 2025
Maximum reliability and power! Denso K16RU spark plugs.
February 5, 2025
Choose DENSO! The best distributor Cap and Rotor for Toyota's.
January 18, 2025Got fuel? Quantum 340LPH fuel pump. 10 years and still going!
January 11, 2025Best transmission fluid for a manual 2nd gen 4runner!
January 1, 2025Just got my drivers license..I bought my dream 2nd gen 4Runner.
December 22, 2024
MORE POWA BABY!
December 13, 2024Self reliance. The "Green lightning" project.
December 9, 2024
Dual battery kit! 2nd gen 4runner mods.
December 1, 2024
The best spark plug for a toyota 3vze engine.
November 29, 2024
The best engine swaps! The TDI diesel conversion.
November 17, 2024Unlocking the Beast! Swapping a Lexus 1UZ Engine into a 4Runner!
October 27, 2024Best 4runner engine swaps! The 5VZE
October 24, 20242nd Gen 4Runner Engine Swaps and Conversions: Which One?
September 30, 20243VZ Maintenance! The basics.
August 21, 2024To modify or NOT modify?
August 18, 2024Storage space! Ideas on how to get more.
August 16, 2024
The one tool that could save your 4Runner.
August 8, 2024
4runner Cargo drawers. Best DIY mod. 2nd gen 4runner Cargo boxes.
August 5, 2024
BIG Savings! 2nd gen 4runner.
July 28, 2024Enhancing Your 2nd Gen 4Runner: Top 4Runner Mods
July 25, 20242nd Gen 4Runner Wheel Bearing Replacement Guide: Front & Rear
July 24, 2024
Proper Preventative Maintenance: Greasing Driveline u joints.
July 22, 2024
It's been over 15 years.. I remember it like it was yesterday.
July 18, 2024Why the 2nd Gen Toyota 4Runner is a great choice for overlanding.
July 18, 2024
Keeping Your 2nd Gen Toyota 4Runner Cool: Zerex asian coolant.
July 13, 2024
The Best Oil Filter for Your 2nd Gen 4Runner.
July 13, 2024
The Perfect Engine Oil for Your 2nd Gen Toyota 4Runner
July 13, 2024
Slide Shackles from Liquid Iron Industries and why you need them.
July 6, 2024The Importance of Quality Brake Components.
July 6, 2024Replacing ball joints. Ensuring Longevity and Performance.
July 4, 2024Why the BFGoodrich KM3 is the Best All Around Mud Tire
July 3, 2024
The Best Clutches for Your 2nd Generation Toyota 4Runner. Exedy
July 2, 2024
The Crucial Art of Welding: Unlocking Endless Possibilities.
July 2, 2024
The Vital Role of Upgrading the Radiator in Your 2nd Gen 4Runner.
July 1, 2024
Call of Adventure: Why We Love Exploring in cars like the 4runner
June 21, 2024Upgrade to Aisin Manual Hubs. Unleashing the Full Potential.
June 18, 2024The best bang for the buck! Bilstein 5100 Shock Absorber.
June 17, 2024
Unleash Your Adventurous Spirit with the 2nd Gen Toyota 4Runner.
June 16, 2024
The Truck That Started It All #Bartholomule
September 23, 2021