Purchase first 4x4

Submitted: Sunday, Jan 30, 2005 at 17:42
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Hi All. I recently purchased (October 2004) a 1992 Toyota RV6 4Runner with the 3 litre V6 motor and five speed manual gearbox. Although it had 180,000 Km on it the conditon of the vehicle was immaculate inside and out. As an ex motor mechanic and retired Car Detailer, I could not fault this vehivle at all. I took it to our local Toyota dealer for a check over and the RAC. It came back with a glowing report.

Its been fitted with Lovell springs at the rear and has been lifted by some 75mm and came with four brand new SIME ALPINA 31 x 10.50 R15 109 tyres. After noticing a vibration at speeds around 70 - 90 Kmh, I took them in to be balanced. The technician who balanced the wheels showed me that all four tryes were out of round. I can live with this, and will replace with a set of Coopers when the time comes.

Thre main thrust of my question is , can those of you who have owned this particluar model, advise me of any potential weaknesses that I should look out for, and what are their strengths. A new clutch was fitted in Feb Last year. It also has adjustable shocks . It has been a well maintained vehicle and is a real pleasure to drive. Thanks in advance. Now that I own one I see hundreds of them on the road every week.!!
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