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Forum: 4.4 General - 2013 Model 05-18-2013, 03:01 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,551
Posted By Blogson
I wouldn't worry about one person's comment which...

I wouldn't worry about one person's comment which likely involves some sort of hidden prejudicial agenda. I would have the same reservation as you about a new vehicle failing so quickly, but...
Forum: 4.3 General 05-14-2013, 06:34 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 626
Posted By Blogson
Have you tried reading that generally...

Have you tried reading that generally well-written book which Toyota has thoughtfully provided (assuming that you have it) called the Owner's Manual? Lots of good info including detailed...
Forum: Member Introductions 05-14-2013, 06:30 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 74
Posted By Blogson
Welcome, Dave. I used to live in Chelmsford. ...

Welcome, Dave. I used to live in Chelmsford. Don't know about the problems you are having but someone on this forum is almost certain to know.
Forum: 4.4 General - 2013 Model 05-13-2013, 12:59 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 819
Posted By Blogson
That's my policy as well. Do enough research to...

That's my policy as well. Do enough research to know what the car I want to buy costs (MSRP and invoice prices) and what the trade-in is worth, establish my maximum acceptable bottom line deal and...
Forum: 4.3 Mechanical 05-08-2013, 12:23 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 735
Posted By Blogson
I suggest that you avoid using language which is...

I suggest that you avoid using language which is generally considered to be offensive. The moderators tend to take a dim view of such usage and have banned people who do. This is a public forum and...
Forum: 4.1 General 04-30-2013, 11:54 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 145
Posted By Blogson
This member has posted a number of manuals -...

This member has posted a number of manuals - maybe what you need is available through this page: http://www.rav4world.com/forums/members/40684-pim.html
Forum: 4.3 General 04-24-2013, 08:27 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 816
Posted By Blogson
You might want to check with Kelley Blue Book...

You might want to check with Kelley Blue Book about miles, condition, and pricing for those years . . .
Forum: Member Introductions 04-24-2013, 04:56 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 155
Posted By Blogson
Ordinarily about the only way that could happen...

Ordinarily about the only way that could happen with a non-interference engine would be due to failure of the valve spring retainers which would allow the valves actually to drop into the cylinders....
Forum: Member Introductions 04-23-2013, 11:27 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 155
Posted By Blogson
I suspect that the mechanic is trying to make as...

I suspect that the mechanic is trying to make as much money as possible from you. Valves shouldn't be bent because of a broken timing belt.
Forum: 4.3 General 04-16-2013, 03:48 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 6,451
Posted By Blogson
Sorry that your RAV has been so problematic! My...

Sorry that your RAV has been so problematic! My rancher uncle used to drive his new Cadillac Sedan de Villes across the open prairie in Nebraska ("Who needs roads?") and never broke them.
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Forum: 4.3 General 04-13-2013, 06:34 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 373
Posted By Blogson
Use a wood block on top of the bent part and use...

Use a wood block on top of the bent part and use a hammer to straighten out the bent portion by pounding on the wood. The wood will help to pound out the bent portion without damaging rust proofing...
Forum: 4.4 General - 2013 Model 04-10-2013, 02:46 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,238
Posted By Blogson
Since the RAV4 is sold in Saudi Arabia one has to...

Since the RAV4 is sold in Saudi Arabia one has to wonder whether there is a special edition for coping with heat there or if all RAVs are designed to withstand it, and which battery is OEM . . ....
Forum: 4.1 General 04-09-2013, 12:02 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 839
Posted By Blogson
Has your black plastic trim become faded because...

Has your black plastic trim become faded because of exposure to the sun? If so, using a heat gun may make the problem worse. If that is the problem it would appear better to use some sort of...
Forum: 4.4 General - 2013 Model 03-27-2013, 11:17 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 411
Posted By Blogson
Suggest that you send a PM to RTexasF - retired...

Suggest that you send a PM to RTexasF - retired professional detailer who still keeps active.
Forum: 4.4 General - 2013 Model 03-27-2013, 12:28 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 229
Posted By Blogson
Crash test ratings for the 4.3. Could be that...

Crash test ratings for the 4.3. Could be that the 4.4 RAV hasn't been crash tested yet. IIHS-HLDI: Toyota RAV4 (http://www.iihs.org/ratings/rating.aspx?id=654)
Forum: 4.3 Interior 03-24-2013, 07:34 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 449
Posted By Blogson
Easily answered by doing a little research -...

Easily answered by doing a little research - according to Edmunds.com there isn't any difference between the Limited and Base models (2012 used as example). Front legroom: 41.8"

2012 Toyota RAV4...
Forum: 4.2 Faults & Fixes 03-21-2013, 12:46 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 262
Posted By Blogson
In at least some states the odometer mileage on...

In at least some states the odometer mileage on the odometer which is being replaced has to be programmed into any replacement odometer, so you probably will want to check your state regs.
Forum: 4.3 Interior 03-19-2013, 02:03 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,465
Posted By Blogson
The interior frost/condensation problem is worse...

The interior frost/condensation problem is worse if the vehicle's interior humidity is high. Snow or rain which is tracked into the car on shoes will make things worse. My RAV is garaged, but if...
Forum: Member Introductions 03-16-2013, 01:46 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 186
Posted By Blogson
Welcome! Enjoy your new RAV!

Welcome! Enjoy your new RAV!
Forum: 4.3 General 03-15-2013, 02:48 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 526
Posted By Blogson
I have to wonder why Toyota caved in about this -...

I have to wonder why Toyota caved in about this - must have megabucks to burn. If they had fought this in court it would seem that they very well could have put an end to this nonsense. I read...
Forum: 4.1 General 03-08-2013, 12:03 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 306
Posted By Blogson
Suggestion: If you don't have a reasonable...

Suggestion: If you don't have a reasonable knowledge about cars it would be worthwhile to have a mechanic whom you trust give that vehicle a good going-over. That probably will have a cost, but it...
Forum: Member Introductions 03-04-2013, 10:52 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 154
Posted By Blogson
Welcome! Great looking RAV!

Welcome! Great looking RAV!
Forum: 4.1 General 02-20-2013, 07:08 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 648
Posted By Blogson
That's difficult - presumably the hex recess has...

That's difficult - presumably the hex recess has been rounded - perhaps a heavy duty vise grip type of locking plier, or in the worst case scenario it may be necessary to drill it out. Before engaing...
Forum: Member Introductions 02-20-2013, 03:11 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 205
Posted By Blogson
Thought about buying a Kia Sorento until I...

Thought about buying a Kia Sorento until I discovered that there were only two dealers in the area, each about a two hour drive. Prior experience with dealers in general is that the greater the...
Forum: 4.4 General - 2013 Model 02-20-2013, 03:01 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 537
Posted By Blogson
It appears that the Toyota tow hitch for the 2013...

It appears that the Toyota tow hitch for the 2013 RAV is quite a pain to install. I tried the link in bigbird1's post but the result was page not available. This is from Toyota Canada (hopefully it...
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