1986 4runner Build

944drsk · 02-16-2010, 10:47 PM

I bought this 4runner this past August pretty much stock except for a set of 31". The previous owner had rebuilt the motor and put in a new clutch. I felt for the age, it was in very good shape and would be perfect for what I had in mind. After a couple of months of driving it and just having it around, I decided that it was the right fit for me. I spent alot of time down at Armstong Automotive talking to Scott about my project and getting different ideas and opinions. With Scott, George and Kris's help, I decided that a Trail Gear solid axle swap was in order, along with a 4"/5" lift ,5.29 gears,lockers,35" and dual transfer cases was going to get me where I wanted to be.(For now)Hope you enjoy our build...The first set of pics where the day that I brought it home.

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944drsk · 02-16-2010, 10:52 PM

after removal of bumpers and running boards, already looks better!!

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chris_dishmon · 02-16-2010, 11:38 PM

wow! i didn't realize the Trailgear kit is the same as Marlin's and about 400 bucks cheaper.

944drsk · 02-17-2010, 12:37 AM

Scott ordered mine thru Low Range right before the end of the year and saved about 200.00 plus got free shipping--every little bit helps!

944drsk · 02-17-2010, 12:47 AM

I dropped the 4runner off at Scott's shop (Armstrong Automotive) and he started by cutting the IFS out. For any of you that have done this or thinking of doing it, its alot of cutting and grinding just to get to the point of starting at square one...

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944drsk · 02-17-2010, 12:56 AM

Work bench full of goodies from TG and 35x12.5x15 MT Baja Claws ready for install. This is a teaser pic of what we hope the end result might look like.

02-16-2010, 10:47 PM	#1
944drsk 1986 4runner Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Monroe, Ohio Posts: 38	1986 4runner Build I bought this 4runner this past August pretty much stock except for a set of 31". The previous owner had rebuilt the motor and put in a new clutch. I felt for the age, it was in very good shape and would be perfect for what I had in mind. After a couple of months of driving it and just having it around, I decided that it was the right fit for me. I spent alot of time down at Armstong Automotive talking to Scott about my project and getting different ideas and opinions. With Scott, George and Kris's help, I decided that a Trail Gear solid axle swap was in order, along with a 4"/5" lift ,5.29 gears,lockers,35" and dual transfer cases was going to get me where I wanted to be.(For now)Hope you enjoy our build...The first set of pics where the day that I brought it home. Last edited by 944drsk; 02-17-2010 at 12:59 AM. Reason: sp

02-16-2010, 11:38 PM	#3
chris_dishmon "let's fab some $h!t up!! Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Mt. Healthy Posts: 95	wow! i didn't realize the Trailgear kit is the same as Marlin's and about 400 bucks cheaper. __________________ I understand the Jeep thing.......that's why i drive a Toyota. '91 Toyota truck(3.0 to 3.4 swapped) "F@#k vacuum lines my truck sucks enough!"

02-16-2010, 10:52 PM	#2
944drsk 1986 4runner Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Monroe, Ohio Posts: 38	after removal of bumpers and running boards, already looks better!!

02-17-2010, 12:37 AM	#4
944drsk 1986 4runner Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Monroe, Ohio Posts: 38	Scott ordered mine thru Low Range right before the end of the year and saved about 200.00 plus got free shipping--every little bit helps!

02-17-2010, 12:47 AM	#5
944drsk 1986 4runner Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Monroe, Ohio Posts: 38	I dropped the 4runner off at Scott's shop (Armstrong Automotive) and he started by cutting the IFS out. For any of you that have done this or thinking of doing it, its alot of cutting and grinding just to get to the point of starting at square one...

02-17-2010, 12:56 AM	#6
944drsk 1986 4runner Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Monroe, Ohio Posts: 38	Work bench full of goodies from TG and 35x12.5x15 MT Baja Claws ready for install. This is a teaser pic of what we hope the end result might look like.