$1,500 "Trophy" Truck!

[Brian894x4]

I would be shocked if the timing chain hasn't been replaced at some point with that age and that many miles, but I'd definately check it out.

Other common problems if they are original parts at that mileage is front oil seal, alternator brushes, starter contacts, and diff carrier bearings.

Also, the front steering relay rod is currently under recall from Toyota, so get that done for free if it hasn't already. Probably not a bad idea to put new tie rod ends and rebuild the idler arm.

Nice find! She's got another 200K left in her.

 

[Hltoppr]

Brian,

I was looking at your bed inventory and organization for some gear I intend to take to the trophy...nicely done!

...I don't know if I can live without my fridge!

-H-

 

[Grim Reaper]

Also, the front steering relay rod is currently under recall from Toyota, so get that done for free if it hasn't already. Probably not a bad idea to put new tie rod ends and rebuild the idler arm.

Nice find! She's got another 200K left in her.

The recall is 89 up. Now my truck was wrecked in 91 and the relay rod was changed I found out. So I called the dealer to ask how I could tell if my relay rod was effected. They said its not it is only 89 up and it "would be a different part number". Well it isn't a different part number. The part number is the same 86-95. I have been arguing to get mine replaced as a warranty to no avail.

 

[Brian894x4]

That's weird. Maybe the part number is the same, but the supplier was changed in 1989 and that's the problem. Or Toyota might be arbitrarily limiting the years to limit the cost in the recall. I would imagine if they had a lot of problems on rigs prior to '86, they would have shown up by now.

HLtoppr, thanks for the kind words. Unfortunately, the bed doesn't look like that now. I'm slowly getting the truck ready to sell, which involves removing some parts and cleaning it up for the potential buyer.

 

[Hltoppr]

Here she is...in all her glory!

Here are some pics of the "Trophy" beast!

Not bad, IMHO, for a total investment so far, including the truck, some cleaning supplies, title/registration, and tires of $2,100.00....

Now...I just saw a 2007 4Dr Wrangler X with the V6, Dana 44 rear end, and hardtop for $24K.....tempting....

:wings:

-H-

 

[kcowyo]

Nice! :jumping:

Looks like a long-bed? Will this be a sub-$5K build-up? An Aussie Locker, 50MM ammo can storage, air compressor, a new set of leaf springs, sliders and Hi-Lift and away you go!

I miss my '85 pick up.....

 

[Westy]

1985 4runner

Start looking and when you find one, BUY IT! The 1985 4Runner is the Holy Grail of mini trucks. Solid axle, removal top, 22R-E. It's the one everyone wants and they're not getting any more common. Personally I think getting a nice '86-'89 is a much better value, much better. The difference is IFS and you can get the 3.0L V6 if you want it, but you have such a larger selection and there are some very nice ones for good prices. The reasonably priced ones are not all beat to heck with a million miles, too.

Anyone looking for the 'holy grail' '85 4runner? My good friend has his for sale - http://www.yotatech.com/f108/ms-january-f-s-az-1985-4runner-sr5-efi-5400-a-121114/

Pics are down but you can contact him and I he will send photos. It is a clean truck, good drivetrain.

 

[Westy]

Here are some pics of the "Trophy" beast!

-H-

Nice truck. Good find. Lock it up and have fun! My '86 has been a great truck, but its not so stock anymore :sombrero:

Steve's little red rider works well. With dual lockers and alot of armor it can take on more than first looks would make you believe.

 

[kcowyo]

Oh, and what's the deal with what looks to be a blue FJ55 in the background? Yours? The neighbors?

 

[Photog]

That blue thing looks like an IH. Mystery vehicle?

 

[kcowyo]

Good call Photog!

The placement of the tailights had me thinking FJ55, but the distance between the rear wheel well and the bumper excludes it being a FJ55. Too short.

A Scout would have similar tailight placement and definitely had that stubby end for an excellent rear departure angle.

Mystery vehicle indeed. Sorry, I geek out for this stuff......:lurk:

 

[Hltoppr]

It's an old Scout....not running, or I've never seen it run...and it is for sale...let me know and I'll get some more info if you'd like...

Sub $5K "build"....yup....I'm gonna put some spray in liner in the bed and be done with it for the winter....

Then trade it for an M416 or sell it for more than it runs me to use it over the winter.....

I just love having a car for "free" when I'm not on the motorcycles!

-H-

 

[24HOURSOFNEVADA]

That's a score. Nice deal indeed.

 

[Speaker]

We should do a beater expedition. My $1500 Trooper, and your $1500 Toyota.:rally_guys:

 

[Hltoppr]

I like that idea! Heck...just hook up my Engel, throw a tool kit and tow strap in the rig....along with a Paco pad (who needs RTTs!) and...

Vamos a Mexico....

Carjackings!? Screw the truck...can I keep my fridge? :sport_box

-H-