The First Gen Pickup/Hilux (79-83) Thread

[Dwill817]

Yeah m plans jut changed too.. I want one badly now

 

[TenaciousTJ]

Just so you know, they were offering free shipping when I asked. Don't think they advertise it, but you should ask before you order. Other than that, I don't ever see them discounted or on sale.

 

[Dwill817]

Maybe we could get a group buy together. The guys on TacomaWorld have done it before, so between us and if I posted it over there also, we should have enough people to get a good discount. I'm not looking to do one soon though because I still have a good bit left on my lift. Do you know exactly which one fits our trucks?

 

[TenaciousTJ]

I'd definitely be down for a group buy. The model that fits our 1st gen long beds, is the M-84, according to Bob at Softopper.

 

[Dwill817]

You wouldn't happen to have asked which was for short beds?

 

[thefatkid]

Where did you find these? I've searched for hours for pics of our trucks with them.

On that note, I'll whore mine out again.



It is a standard topper that fits the 89-95 pickup and the 1st gen Tacoma, short bed model. It could use some fabric work on the back to match the tailgate better. (note the spring clamps holding mine for now)

 

[Dwill817]

Love that thing! I had remembered seeing one on this forum a while back, but couldn't find it again.

What is your lift/tire combo?

 

[thefatkid]

Love that thing! I had remembered seeing one on this forum a while back, but couldn't find it again.

What is your lift/tire combo?

That is an older picture, so it would be 2" OME front springs and worn out rears with add-a-leafs. I recently replaced the rear springs with new OME springs to complete a full OME system. I run 32x11.5x15 BFG KM muds. I'm looking at going to a 33x10.5 or stepping up wheel size and going with a 255/85r16. I run 4.88 gears so I need a taller tire, it is just hard to get rid of a tire with 10/32" of tread depth.

 

[Derek24]

That is an older picture, so it would be 2" OME front springs and worn out rears with add-a-leafs. I recently replaced the rear springs with new OME springs to complete a full OME system. I run 32x11.5x15 BFG KM muds. I'm looking at going to a 33x10.5 or stepping up wheel size and going with a 255/85r16. I run 4.88 gears so I need a taller tire, it is just hard to get rid of a tire with 10/32" of tread depth.

Truck looks good! Have any pics of the new setup. And how are you liking it? Looks like a good amount of lift with those 32's.

 

[Dwill817]

That is an older picture, so it would be 2" OME front springs and worn out rears with add-a-leafs. I recently replaced the rear springs with new OME springs to complete a full OME system. I run 32x11.5x15 BFG KM muds. I'm looking at going to a 33x10.5 or stepping up wheel size and going with a 255/85r16. I run 4.88 gears so I need a taller tire, it is just hard to get rid of a tire with 10/32" of tread depth.

That'll be my exact set up in another month or two. 2" OME up front, AAL rear (for now), 4.88s, and 33x10.5 BFG A/Ts. My rear springs aren't worn so hopefully it'll be about even. My front sits slightly lower right now.

How well does the front flex? More pictures? :sombrero:

 

[pray4surf]

My first Toyota 4x4


it's an '82 - After a friend rolled it, many of the parts went onto an '80 bought to replace the truck. Sold that truck as the family got bigger.

 

[Sempertoy]

Tomorrow is a big day! Going to look at an '80 short bed. Hopefully everything works out with this one. Wish me luck!

 

[Dwill817]

Good luck! I really like those rims and tires!

 

[Sempertoy]

Good luck! I really like those rims and tires!

thanks man. not sure how old the tires are... could be replacing them soon with some BFG AT's. (if i get the truck)

 

[Dwill817]

I really hope I like my BFG A/Ts. I'm worried that I won't and will have to take a hit to get some better tires.