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#27 of 76 Re: Does Tire Size Affect Torque? [4runnertank] by nippononly Nov 24, 2006 (5:12 pm)
Replying to: 4runnertank (Nov 21, 2006 7:03 pm) Yes, the much larger tire size in effect makes your gearing taller (running at a lower RPM at any given speed) - that reduces the zippiness of the off-the-line performance.   Just guessing here - if your daughter's truck has the smaller tires and you have the large ones, is it possible that she has a 2WD and you have a 4WD? That adds about 300 pounds and would slow down your truck as well.
#28 of 76 Does Tire Size Affect Torque? by 4runnertank Nov 24, 2006 (7:22 pm)
We both have 2WD, I have owned this 4 Runner for about 3 months, and the other day while mine was getting a leaky steering box fixed, I had a chance to drive hers, and was blown away by the quickness of her truck. I should also disclose that her truck was one of the recalls for the bad head Gasket, so she's had a rebuilt engine at some point, whereas mine is a true 138,000 miles! I want to downsize my tires anyway to get the extra power no matter how small! My work is 120 miles (round trip) with some long steep inclines, and even with the ECT on I lose speed and have to move to the right too much for my taste!
#29 of 76 4runnertank by nippononly Nov 29, 2006 (7:54 am)
there's also a lot less rolling resistance with the much narrower base tire for that gen of 4Runners, which I believe was a 225/75/15, or something like that? Mine had those when I bought it, but at the first opportunity I upgraded to the 265/70s. I immediately witnessed a 3 mpg plummet in fuel economy, and a reduction in off-the-line zippiness (which was fine, as I used it mostly for offroading and snow trips, where speed was not a priority, and was sometimes a liability! )   BTW, if you are looking for tires, it was my experience that there is a much bigger selection in 235/75/15s, which is the stock size for the Ford Explorer, than there is in 225/75/15s.
#30 of 76 Does Tire Size Affect Torque? by 4runnertank by 4runnertank Nov 29, 2006 (12:18 pm)
Thanks nippononly, I had heard from a tire guy that a 235/75/15 (instead of the 225/75/15) would be a better size tire to buy because of the vehicle's propensity to roll over, and the little bit of extra width would be to my benefit. Replies to this message: nippononly (Nov 30, 2006 7:27 am) mwolfe (Jul 30, 2008 6:04 am)
#31 of 76 Re: Does Tire Size Affect Torque? by 4runnertank [4runnertank] by nippononly Nov 30, 2006 (7:27 am)
Replying to: 4runnertank (Nov 29, 2006 12:18 pm) Ah, tire guys! While what he said is sorta true (but not much), it is certainly true that if you go with a 235/75, he is much more likely to stock a bargain-of-the-day he can sell you at maximum profit to himself!   And 4Runners do not have a "propensity to roll over". :-/
#32 of 76 wheel balancing question! by 4runnertank Dec 14, 2006 (2:36 pm)
I put smaller tires on my tank and am delighted to report a substantial increase in horsepower in all ranges, I get nice off the line acceleration, I get up to 65 real quick, I also get a little better gas mileage, as well as a pretty close to accurate speedometer reading! All this just by changing from 31X10.50 R15 to 235/75/R15's.....The only thing is, "I now have a nagging tire noise comming from the right rear tire" (chi, chi, chi, chi sound when its coasting) I don't think the guys who put the new rubber on did any re-balancing! They just switched the big tires with the small ones. Should I have these wheels re-balanced after putting new rubber. The tire guy says its normal for these tires to make this noise. 4runnertank!
#33 of 76 95 Toyota 4Runner Limited by toy4run Feb 18, 2007 (7:15 am)
I got this vehicle for christmas in the year 2005 from the wife. Its the thought that counts. But I have done tons of work to it. Started out with the radiator and heater hoses replace, the heads replace, oil pan leak and main seal leak, new shocks and replaced the coil springs in the rear for heavy duty ones, and just recently the heater core and starter got fixed. I currently have two issues with it and that is sometimes when i press the accelator the car kinda bogs down and seems to want to turn off then it runs like a champ. only happens early in the mornings. and the steering wheel is to loose i can turn in either direction without changing the direction of the vehicle. Even though i have done all this to this vehicle i still love it. they are great vehicles had a 92 before that with a 2.4 cylinder engine in it, but traded it for another vehicle and always wanted another one. and now i have it. Like I said before its the thought that counts with this vehicle.   Thinking of trading it for a 2003-2005 toyota 4runner what do you guys think of those?   Thanks
#34 of 76 Recall for the steering linkage! by 4runnertank Feb 18, 2007 (11:26 am)
the 95 4runners have a recall for the steering linkage, I had mine done free at the toyota dealer! That might alleviate your steering problem for free! I recently sold my 95' because of an engine going bad at 140,000 miles. I Loved my truck, but have soured on the 2nd Gen 4Runners. Get rid of that money pitt and get a late model 3rd Gen, if you can afford it. ex-4runnertank Replies to this message: toy4run (Feb 18, 2007 1:02 pm)
#35 of 76 Re: Recall for the steering linkage! [4runnertank] by toy4run Feb 18, 2007 (1:02 pm)
Replying to: 4runnertank (Feb 18, 2007 11:26 am) why a 3rd gen? what are the known pros and cons of it? and what modifications have you done to yours?
#36 of 76 Seeking Opinions by saggrl25 Mar 01, 2007 (12:23 pm)
I'm looking into the 2nd gen 4runners as a beater SUV, just for use with mountain bike, camping gear and home depot trips. From what I've seen they are generally reliable. Are there any recommendations on what I should be looking for as signs of a lemon? I don't plan on paying much but don't want to end up putting a lot of money into it either. Any help is appreciated!

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