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AxleIke
11-10-2007, 11:39 PM
Since my 4runner will be undergoing major overhaul this winter, starting after my return from Arizona, I'm arranging to buy this truck from my pops.

Right now, the 4runner is up at home missing a rear bumper and shocks, so I've gotten a "pre-run" of it. Essentially, i get the truck, but haven't paid for it yet....SWEET!!!

So, I'm not sure you can really call it mine, since its "on loan until payment's received" but I figured I'd post because its just too damn much fun!

Specs:

Stock 1987 Single Cab Truck.
22RTE, 9k on the new long block, rebuilt turbo.
Cool bed box.
Plenty o' rust.
Annoying forward shift t-case.

This sucker goes FAST. But not gracefully. It will get to 60 in a very short amount of time, but the wind noise is horrendous, as are the rattles. I feel like I'm in a jet engine.

Pics:

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neliconcept
11-11-2007, 10:22 AM
nice truck,

whats getting done to the 4runner?
AxleIke
11-11-2007, 12:15 PM
Thanks. I love it.

The 4runner is getting serious body work done, or a cab swap. Tummy tuck, triple sticks and the second case that is greasing up my living room is going in. Sliders are getting cut off for some better ones, and a wee bit o' tubing is getting added. Rear glass is (hopefully) getting replaced for a camper shell style lift glass. Lastly, the DOM steering is getting finished and installed.
Texas Jim
11-11-2007, 05:32 PM
Ike, I used to have a truck like that for a Demo, when I lived in Ft Worth... It was a hot runner!! TJ
amgraham
11-11-2007, 06:08 PM
Nice! I've been scouting around for a turbo 2wd for a DD. I haven't had much luck though :(
AxleIke
11-11-2007, 07:25 PM
Well, so far, impressions are good.

Suspension is terrible. Rides like a rock. I was expecting that, but not as much as it is.

Turbo is SOOOO sweet. Obviously not a sports car, anyone who's driven a big block muscle car or even one of those WRX deals would not be impressed. But if you've been driving a 22re in a 4runner, it is a big deal.

body is ok. the usual rust, but i'm fine with that. So far, the only annoying things are A) forward shift Tcase shifter always jams my leg (blows) and B) remembering to idle for 30sec to a minute before shut down.

I've driven this truck before, but not much, so before the fun factor always blocked out the bad stuff.

on the whole, I'm quite happy.
Texas Jim
11-11-2007, 08:24 PM
On the rock like ride, always wear your seat belt. Convert the engine oil to a full synthetic to avoid damage to the turbo. For the transfer shifter, wear a soccer shin guard. I always hated the transfer hitting my leg too. :chair: TJ
AxleIke
11-11-2007, 10:17 PM
TJ, is the synthetic a preference, or will it actually help the turbo? I've never gotten synthetic before, because dino is cheaper.

I WISH it was only jamming me in the shin. The STD cab leaves about zero room for seat adjustment, so my legs are bent so the shifter hits my knee. I'll try knee pads, LOL
neliconcept
11-11-2007, 10:22 PM
TJ, is the synthetic a preference, or will it actually help the turbo? I've never gotten synthetic before, because dino is cheaper.

I WISH it was only jamming me in the shin. The STD cab leaves about zero room for seat adjustment, so my legs are bent so the shifter hits my knee. I'll try knee pads, LOL


is the shifter on the left instead of the right like a 4runner?
AxleIke
11-12-2007, 06:12 AM
Yep. Terrible design.
Texas Jim
11-12-2007, 12:50 PM
Ike, Most Indy cars and Formula Ones run Mobile One.It will help with the turbo. You still need to practice the 30second delay to let it spin down, just to keep from excessive wear and on cold starts. Also make sure it doesn't leak any oil anywhere. TJ
AxleIke
11-12-2007, 01:26 PM
yeah, no oil leaks...The turbo is rebuilt, and the engine is brand new. It was done well.
neliconcept
11-12-2007, 04:04 PM
Yep. Terrible design.


ahh gotcha, if i didnt have a bodylift my knee would so hit my hi n low shifter on the twins. i already hit em the way I have my legs positioned lol.
Texas Jim
11-12-2007, 05:58 PM
yeah, no oil leaks...The turbo is rebuilt, and the engine is brand new. It was done well.


Ike go for Mobile One you won't regret it!! You can go to Sam's and they are usually the lowest price on it. Might also check Wally World, I think they carry it in 5 quart containers. It's a true green oil, all man made chemicals no oil.

Haven't you seen the Range Rover adds, where they drive 4 of them with all Mobile One products. In Transmissions, Rear Ends, Transfer Cases, and Crank case. Didn't use a drop in something like 250,000 miles and no mechanical break downs. TJ
AxleIke
11-12-2007, 08:36 PM
Okay, I'll check that out, thanks!
all_terrain17
11-13-2007, 10:23 AM
Lastly, the DOM steering is getting finished and installed.


Not to derail the topic, but what's DOM steering all about?
AxleIke
11-13-2007, 10:41 AM
Lastly, the DOM steering is getting finished and installed.


Not to derail the topic, but what's DOM steering all about?


there will be a build thread...not to worry. But essentially it is exactly what it says. New steering.