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.

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BIGRAM · 02-17-2010, 01:16 AM

That reminds me of my 1981 Toyota Trekker I USED to own. Straight axle from the factory. I believe it was the prototype for the 4Runner.

I used to go anywhere in Slade with it.

Rode like a goat, I miss that ol' truck.

mossyoaktj · 02-17-2010, 01:53 AM

sure is a purty little thing

tjjeepjeep · 02-17-2010, 08:50 AM

Looks great!

KargoMaster · 02-17-2010, 09:36 AM

That's about what it looked like when I stopped in...

Nice ride, and some nice stuff going into it...

Flxratd · 02-17-2010, 10:28 AM

in my defence he has about 4000 more pics to chose from and it is sitting on the axles at this time and as of 9.00 this morning the front axle seals showed up so i can complete the front axle. brett hasnt spared any expense with all the upgrades so it should be a great all purpose rig. bring on the pics

KargoMaster · 02-17-2010, 12:27 PM

No defense required, I stopped in a while ago...

Can't wait to see more pics... I always enjoy how "clean" you fab this stuff...

944drsk · 02-18-2010, 12:28 AM

Yes, I do have alot of pics. I have been a little delayed on posting. I'll try to catch it up asap.These pics are from the front axle build up with armor and truss as well as the front spring brackets and springs.

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944drsk · 02-18-2010, 12:32 AM

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944drsk · 02-18-2010, 12:45 AM

These are pics after cutting the frame out to except the new shackles and mounting the springs and welding the shock hoops as well as the rear spring removal and start the rear install.

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thefuzz · 02-18-2010, 12:51 AM

hey i think TOYOTA has a RECALL on some of that stuff !!! if not they will LMAO!!!

944drsk · 02-18-2010, 12:55 AM

The installed high steer along with the 6 gun knuckles. On the rear I decided to try out the Creeper joints for the rear springs for added flex.

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944drsk · 02-18-2010, 01:08 AM

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That reminds me of my 1981 Toyota Trekker I USED to own. Straight axle from the factory. I believe it was the prototype for the 4Runner.

Yes it was , I seen some build ups on these-way cool! Hard it find in decent shape though.

944drsk · 02-18-2010, 01:19 AM

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sure is a purty little thing

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Looks great!

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Nice ride, and some nice stuff going into it...

Thanks for your comments, Im getting pretty excited about actually having something this year to wheel.

94Dodge Truggy · 02-18-2010, 08:16 AM

Coming along well! This is the straightest Toyota body in the Core group. Lets wheel!!!

WrenchMonkey · 02-18-2010, 12:45 PM

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Originally Posted by 94Dodge Truggy

Coming along well! This is the straightest Toyota body in the Core group.

For a 24 year old rig, I'd say it's one of the straightest in town!

Almost seems a shame to go bounce it off a tree.

I can't wait...

Robert

944drsk · 02-18-2010, 01:35 PM

Quote:

Almost seems a shame to go bounce it off a tree.

I can't wait...

I love it !!! My goal is not to put in on its side the 1st run....

krawlin85toy · 02-18-2010, 07:01 PM

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Originally Posted by 94Dodge Truggy

Coming along well! This is the straightest Toyota body in the Core group. Lets wheel!!!

so i hope that wasn't aimed towards me

944drsk · 04-04-2010, 10:48 PM

Well the Easter bunny came to see me a little bit early this year...After waiting for some time to get the drive shafts done, The 4runner is under its own power. Will be bringing it to the meeting tomorrow for those of you that are attending. Looks great and it really does what we set out to do. I would like to that Scott of Armstrong Automotive for building this and really taking it to the next level. I can't wait to get out and really see what it will do.Hope you enjoy!

tjjeepjeep · 04-05-2010, 09:22 AM

Have you stopped grinning yet?? Looks great! Can't wait to see it/you on the trail.

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!"

02-17-2010, 01:16 AM	#7
BIGRAM Ready to Wheel!!!!!!! Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Stanton, KY Posts: 263	That reminds me of my 1981 Toyota Trekker I USED to own. Straight axle from the factory. I believe it was the prototype for the 4Runner. I used to go anywhere in Slade with it. Rode like a goat, I miss that ol' truck. __________________ 1994 Dodge Ram 5.9L SWB 3/4 axles, 39.5 IROKS, HYDRO assist

02-17-2010, 01:53 AM	#8
mossyoaktj Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: moscow,ohio Posts: 245	sure is a purty little thing __________________ UNITED STATES MARINE 99 TJ, locked, long armed, creepy's

02-17-2010, 08:50 AM	#9
tjjeepjeep Just tired Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Hamilton, OH Posts: 2,213 Images: 2212	Looks great! __________________ I want to be the reason you look down at your phone and smile........then walk into a pole.

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.

02-17-2010, 09:36 AM	#10
KargoMaster Cleaning off the rust... Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Cincinnati, OH Posts: 1,009	That's about what it looked like when I stopped in... Nice ride, and some nice stuff going into it... __________________ brad 5.0L \| 435 \| 203 \| 300 \| 4.10 \| 39.5 Buildup BACK underway...

02-17-2010, 10:28 AM	#11
Flxratd Retired Join Date: May 2008 Location: Hamilton/Ross Posts: 645	in my defence he has about 4000 more pics to chose from and it is sitting on the axles at this time and as of 9.00 this morning the front axle seals showed up so i can complete the front axle. brett hasnt spared any expense with all the upgrades so it should be a great all purpose rig. bring on the pics __________________ One of these days Zuk 2.0

02-17-2010, 12:27 PM	#12
KargoMaster Cleaning off the rust... Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Cincinnati, OH Posts: 1,009	No defense required, I stopped in a while ago... Can't wait to see more pics... I always enjoy how "clean" you fab this stuff... __________________ brad 5.0L \| 435 \| 203 \| 300 \| 4.10 \| 39.5 Buildup BACK underway...

02-18-2010, 12:28 AM	#13
944drsk 1986 4runner Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Monroe, Ohio Posts: 38	Yes, I do have alot of pics. I have been a little delayed on posting. I'll try to catch it up asap.These pics are from the front axle build up with armor and truss as well as the front spring brackets and springs.

02-18-2010, 12:32 AM	#14
944drsk 1986 4runner Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Monroe, Ohio Posts: 38

02-18-2010, 12:45 AM	#15
944drsk 1986 4runner Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Monroe, Ohio Posts: 38	These are pics after cutting the frame out to except the new shackles and mounting the springs and welding the shock hoops as well as the rear spring removal and start the rear install.

02-18-2010, 12:51 AM	#16
thefuzz Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: southern ohio Posts: 23	hey i think TOYOTA has a RECALL on some of that stuff !!! if not they will LMAO!!! __________________ Sgt Steve S.

02-18-2010, 12:55 AM	#17
944drsk 1986 4runner Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Monroe, Ohio Posts: 38	The installed high steer along with the 6 gun knuckles. On the rear I decided to try out the Creeper joints for the rear springs for added flex.

02-18-2010, 08:16 AM	#20
94Dodge Truggy EX-Vice President Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Fairfield, Ohio Posts: 3,048	Coming along well! This is the straightest Toyota body in the Core group. Lets wheel!!! __________________

04-05-2010, 09:22 AM	#25
tjjeepjeep Just tired Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Hamilton, OH Posts: 2,213 Images: 2212	Have you stopped grinning yet?? Looks great! Can't wait to see it/you on the trail. __________________ I want to be the reason you look down at your phone and smile........then walk into a pole.

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