1987 toyota bandit,

[stainless40/45]

Would any of you know what it would take to turn this toyota into a 4 wheel drive unit. It has the 22re engine and tranny. It is a single axel.

 

[SilverBullet]

if it is a 22R, I would think it would be fairly easy to do a drive train swap since they used those for the 4x4's as well.

The suspension and frame modifications may be the toughest part though.

 

[Lynn]

I know 4x4 conversions have been done on early Toys, but I have no experience there.

However, if it is on a standard wheelbase, and depending on the miles on the chassis, maintenance done, your skill set, etc. you might also consider putting the camper body on a low mileage 4x4 chassis.

 

[dustboy]

However, if it is on a standard wheelbase, and depending on the miles on the chassis, maintenance done, your skill set, etc. you might also consider putting the camper body on a low mileage 4x4 chassis.

I'd second that, unless the camper is a walk-through, looks like it is?

 

[haven]

You mean like this?

 

[haven]

Where did you find this camper? There's a similar unit, described as a 1985 model, on Craigslist near Milwaukee.

http://milwaukee.craigslist.org/rvs/1663271936.html

 

[Lynn]

You mean like this?

Wasn't there a build thread on that unit? I know it has been posted up here before. Or maybe it was on that 'Toyota motor homes' thread that I can't seem to find...

 

[UHAULER]

If you have decent fabricating skills it wouldn't be too hard. Get the tranny and t-case from a 4wd and for the front axle use either a toyota axle or a dana 44. You might even be ahead of the game if you are able to use the 2wd steering box for crossover steering.

 

[stainless40/45]

Where did you find this camper? There's a similar unit, described as a 1985 model, on Craigslist near Milwaukee.

http://milwaukee.craigslist.org/rvs/1663271936.html

I found it in N.Y. The guy wants $4500 for it. It has high milage and a new head and timing chain. It also has a little bit of rust on hood and bottom of doors.

I was thinking I could put the camper on my Troopie. But I would have to cut the top off and the sides.

 

[haven]

If all you want is the camper, check out this thread:
http://expeditionportal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=41222

 

[stainless40/45]

If all you want is the camper, check out this thread:
http://expeditionportal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=41222

Yes all I want is the back part,that is made by Bandit.

I emailed the guy for his number.;



Thanks

James

 

[PAToyota]

Search for "Toyota SAS" - solid axle swap. What started with people cutting off the IFS suspension of the 86-88 4x4s to install a solid axle went to doing it on later models and 2WD versions as well. Take your pick of Toyota axle, D44, D60, or custom 9" among others.

 

[24HOURSOFNEVADA]

I found it in N.Y. The guy wants $4500 for it. It has high milage and a new head and timing chain. It also has a little bit of rust on hood and bottom of doors.

I was thinking I could put the camper on my Troopie. But I would have to cut the top off and the sides.

Are you really thinking of cutting your troopy in half?

 

[Skim]

My god don't cut the Troopy.

Do a pop top if you must.

 

[RMP&O]

You mean like this?

That and these Toyotas look really sweet! I have to say though they look really heavy too. Without a lot of engine mods I have to wonder how they do at speeeds over 60mph. Passing might be an issue too. And how do they handle with the weight?