I've got an older one I'm not using. I replaced mine about 2 years ago. I'd be willing to sell it to you for about $50 obo. I don't live near Iowa, but if you'll be near Virginia anytime soon you can pick it up or I could ship it to you. I don't have a picture of it right now but I can take one...
I'd say go with a suspension lift. And yes, I've heard good things about Explorer Pro Comp suspension kit as well. They are decent. I wouldn't really recommend installing it yourself. It's better to leave that to the professionals.
I have a camper shell on mine and I've taken it camping before. I just put a small futon mattress in the bed and had a little Coleman lamp back there. It was great!
I've seen that episode. Top Gear is a great shows and Hilux is one tough Toyota indeed. In one other episode they drove a Hilux across the English channel as well.
Here's the video:
Well let's hope it doesn't need a new engine. It could be a number of things and it really isn't likely that it needs a new engine. Good luck and keep us updated!
Well I'm sure they won't hurt your car. However, I don't think they are all that beneficial either. I've never used anything like that and my truck runs like clockwork.
Some of the newer vehicles don't really have a specified interval for replacing the fuel filter. Some even have these "lifetime" filters that ,as the name states, never need to be changed.
I personally make sure my Toyota gets a new fuel filter every few years. It's not completely necessary...
Here's a good picture: http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-_Nh_haUzxz0/TpwPSilGP4I/AAAAAAAANeE/RVXMJeHCTak/s1600/toyota-4runner-2012-princing-omgn-2011-1.jpg
I really like the new 4Runner. I wish I could get one.