Hey all,

Summer is coming to an end and my '85 4Runner has sat topless, in a slumber with a few annoying problems that make it hard to drive it distances (beach, woods, anywhere cool to drive a 1st gen 4Runner). I don't have the time with a new job and moving recently to fix these problems myself. Even after I replace the radiator/cooling system and install a new alternator this weekend, I still need to get my timing/transmissions issues figured out so I can go faster than 60 miles per hour at WOT and climb hills without slamming the RPM's in 2nd gear (could be a solenoid issue w/overdrive).

Does anyone know a competent Toyota specific mechanic, preferably someone who has worked on 22re's in southern NJ, Eastern PA, Northern DE?

Or would anyone here who is accomplished be willing to spend a weekend going over my truck with me? I have no problem paying for your time and parts. I want to learn how to do these more advanced troubleshooting and repairs but I just can't afford to screw it up myself and then look for another incompetent "general" mechanic who puts the wrong spark plugs in my truck again.

I miss my healthy running 4Runner ....

Justin

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I may be able to help you with your runner.Ive owned 3 first gen and 1 2nd gen and currently have an 86 pickup with a 22r.I currently am a Tech at a nissan dealership( only for the money TOYOTA is #1 .I do quite a bit of side work and i am ASE certified.( I only help good people! ) No A Holes.ive done head gaskets timing chains and engine swaps on 22r,s and RE's and frame repair Etc .Never owned an Automatic though.I live in eastern PA

I am always looking to make extra cash! I have a baby on the way now too ;-)

I have quite a bit of experience with the 22R/E.

Located near Lancaster, PA

CAZ