20 BEST UPGRADES / MODS for your 1989-1995 TOYOTA PICKUP or 2nd GEN 4RUNNER - Part 1 of 2
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 Published On May 1, 2023

In this first of two videos, I cover "low to moderate" difficulty upgrades and modifications you can make to your 1989-95 Toyota Pickup or 2nd gen 4Runner. Most of the modifications covered here are fairly straightforward and will not break the bank. These are upgrades I've personally found to be some of the most rewarding as far as improving the already amazing 89-95 Toyota Pickup. The links & information provided below are for your convenience; they are not affiliate links nor is this video sponsored by anyone.

0:00 - Introduction

3:37 - Ignition Timing & Idle Adjustments
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LCE 22RE/RTE Throttle Body Idle Speed Adjusting Screw (Stainless Steel):
https://www.lceperformance.com/22RE-I...

DYKEM Yellow Paint Marker 84004:
https://www.amazon.com/Paint-Marker-B...

Innova 5568 Pro Digital Timing Light:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00...

6:24 - Upgrading The Floor Mats
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Husky Floor Mats - Black 51051
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00...

7:18 - Free Flowing K&N Style Air Filter
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Kool Blue KP2520 High Flow Air Filter:
https://www.ebay.com/itm/201083049965

8:30 - 17" + 19" Windshield Wipers
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NOTE: I've switched to using these Rain-X blades (less chatter):
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0009JKI6S
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0009JKI68

(original blades show in video):
https://www.amazon.com/Bosch-MicroEdg...
https://www.amazon.com/Bosch-MicroEdg...

9:29 - Denso W16EXR-U Spark Plugs w/ Mods
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WHITE PAPER: Impact of spark plug number of ground electrodes on engine stability:
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science...

Denso (3031) W16EXR-U Spark Plugs:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00...

Crescent Diagonal Compound Action Cutting Pliers - PS5429C:
https://www.amazon.com/Apex-Tool-Grou...

15:54 - Glass Lens Headlights w/ H4 LED Bulbs
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Octane HL134 glass headlight housings shown on my truck in video:
https://www.octanelighting.com/auto-l...

NINEO H4 Fanless LED 9003 6500K bulbs:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B08...

Rigid Industries 50231 D2 Driving Lights:
https://www.amazon.com/Rigid-Industri...

SS M4 x 0.7mm Torx T20 screws for trim ring:
https://www.mcmaster.com/90362A118/

20:04 - VSV Fuel Pressure Regulator Delete
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Forum posting on YotaTech.com which discusses this modification:
https://www.yotatech.com/forums/f115/...

AEM 0 to 100 PSI Digital fuel pressure gauge I use (Part # 30-4401):
https://www.aemelectronics.com/produc...

22:50 - Adding Oil Catch Can
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EVIL ENERGY Baffled Oil Catch Can w/ Breather Filter 300ml Aluminum:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B087LZHFGC

27:05 - Vacuum Gauge
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52mm Vision Black Series Analog VDO # 150 131 vacuum gauge shown in video:
https://www.summitracing.com/parts/vd...

Using your vacuum gauge as an engine diagnostic tool:
https://www.motor.com/magazine-summar...

Gates 27042 5/32" / 4mm Vacuum hose:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00...

33:20 - Installing Magnetic Drain Plugs
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TC Sportline M12 x 1.25 magnetic steel oil pan drain plug:
https://www.ebay.com/itm/115401806126

Genuine Toyota - Oil Drain Plug Gaskets:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00...

Toyota 12157-10010 magnetic drain plugs for Gearbox & Differential:
https://www.ebay.com/itm/291440666581

35:58 - Upgrading to MSD 8.5mm Spark Plug Wires
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MSD 31949 8.5mm Super Conductor Spark Plug Wire Set:
https://www.amazon.com/MSD-31949-8-5m...
https://www.summitracing.com/parts/ms...

37:57 - Switching to a Braille G30 Lithium Ion Battery
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Braille G30 Lithium Ion battery options (requires Lithium compatible charger):
https://shopbraille.com/collections/g...

40:47 - Part 2 coming soon

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