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I don't remember seeing this mentioned, sorry if I missed it. Consumer Reports November 2004 did a piece on "SUV and Pickup Tires," focusing on All-Season tires (vs All-Terrain and others). Interesting reading, it included the oft-mentioned Michelin Cross Terrain (ranked 19 out of 22) and Yok Geolander (ranked 18 out of 22). One tidbit I found was that the tire in the test with the least rolling resistance would give 2 mpg better 65mph highway mileage than the tire with the most rolling resistance! That's 8 percent of 24mpg, a significant increase, and I can't think of any other mod which would give that improvement. Of course, the Bridgestone Dueler (orig equip on mine) has the 'excellent' rating for rolling resistance, so you can only go downhill. Too much data to try to convey, so if you're in the market, it might be worth a trip to the library. There are only two tires with 'good' or better in all 9 categories, the Dayton Timberline HT (#5 and a Quick Pick) and the Uniroyal Laredo Cross Country (#9), each $75 for the tested size, P235/70R16. The highest rated tire was the Goodyear Fortera HL Edition ($115), but it rated only fair in 'Rolling Resistance' and 'Ride.' |
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Does anyone have any recommendations for a source for new HL Wiper Blade inserts?
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Replying to: gary (Jan 12, 2005 9:46 am) Passenger side is 19" and uses thin blade Could it not be more complicated NAPA auto store has 19" standard wiper with blade for $4 Now you have both wipers with standard blades Walmart has standard inserts (2) for under $3 |
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Hi- So I'm looking into buying a 05 highlander and trying to decipher the hitch situation. I gather that I can get a highlander with the hitch installed, but it's twice what it should cost. The aftermarket hitches sound great. But, I just called toyota service people and aside from the fact that they don't install other people's aftermarket hitches (not surprising - jerks) they say it takes 3 hrs at $79/hour! So, I'm trying to decipher the truth since one person said they got their mechanic to install for $18. It doesn't really take 3 hrs, does it? They talked about welding, and removing bumpers. When I told him that etrailer.com said it takes 40 minutes for a class III hitch with no drilling, he was stumped. Was I being fed lies from a parts guy who thought a woman knew nothing? Or is it not as easy to install as it sounds. Also, important to note that I will only be using it for a bike rack, so I don't think I need it to be welded on... Thanks for your advice and help! Rachel
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Replying to: rlilyg (Jan 25, 2005 11:59 am) http://www.thuleracks.com/thule/carrier_bike1.asp Thule is a quality mfgr. and their best is still only a hundred bucks. Once the straps are adjusted for the first time, the subsequent uses will be a snap to put on. Seems pretty expensive to get a hitch installed just for the bike rack. |
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Replying to: rlilyg (Jan 25, 2005 11:59 am) |
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You should not need to have a hitch welded on, bumpers removed, etc. Both Draw-Tite and Hidden Hitch make quality hitches that can be bolted on without drilling, and can be installed by many qualified local shops in far less than 3 hours. U-Haul stores sometimes install hitches. Call around. We have kayaks that we haul around on a roof rack system. Does anyone know of front tow hooks that can be installed on a Highlander to tie down the front end of the boats?
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Replying to: lmn908 (Jan 25, 2005 5:11 pm) Your front towing eyelet might work for your kayaks. In any event, have fun. |
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Have definitely decided to not worry about the hitch situation. I'm going to look into a simple trunk mount rack (like I have for my sedan.) Can anyone recommend a brand of all-weather (rubber) floor mats and rear cargo (to fit behind 2nd, not 3rd, seat) mat? There are so many out there and I'd like to find the ones that best fit the highlander. Thanks again!
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Replying to: rlilyg (Jan 26, 2005 9:53 am) |
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