When did they stop putting V8 in 4Runner?
Every generation of 4runner has offered a V6 engine. V8s however, can only be found in the 2003-2009 models. Out of 5 generations, the 4th Gen is the only one to have a V8 engine. And with the direction things seem to be heading in the auto industry, Toyota will never put a V8 engine in the 4runner ever again.
Are V8 4Runners reliable?
The V8 is especially bulletproof and extremely reliable. They even use the same engine in the Lexus GX470.
Will the 4Runner get a V8?
Current 2021 4Runner powertrain is a 4.0-liter V6 engine that is matched with a 5-speed automatic transmission. Options such as a 2.4-liter engine and as high as a 4.7-liter V8 engine have moved drivers from Point A to Point B in the past.
Is there a way to fix a Toyota 4Runner V8?
This is also the most expensive solution, as many Toyota 4Runners with V8s are out of warranty. It is possible for a skilled mechanic to simply weld the crack shut. However, it appears that this is, at best, a temporary fix. The weld fixes the crack, but it doesn’t fix the problem with the metal itself. There is another solution, though.
What kind of engine does the Toyota 4Runner have?
Currently, Toyota only offers the 4Runner with a V6. But the 4 th -gen 2003-2009 Toyota 4Runner also offered a V8. The 4 th -gen Toyota 4Runner has had some notable issues, rusting frames being particularly egregious, but the later 2007-2009 models are just as off-road-capable as new 4Runners.
Why does my Toyota 4Runner have a secondary converter?
So, as Toyota 4Runner owner forum users explain, to help the V8 comply with emissions standards during cold starts, Toyota incorporated a secondary converter into the exhaust manifold. “No winter maintenance”? Alllllllrighty then
Are there aftermarket exhaust manifolds for Toyota 4Runner?
It is possible to fit aftermarket exhaust manifolds/headers to the 4.7-liter V8. Commonly-recommended brands are Doug Thorley, Pacesetter, and Dorman. Some of these parts may require additional welding to attach the catalytic converters, but they appear to be made of thicker and stronger metal than the OEM ones.