83 Toyota crawler

4x4YOTA · 08-26-2008, 04:39 PM

I just bought my 3rd toyota!

its a 1983 Toyota 4x4 22R with a weber carb and custom exhaust. it has a 5" skyjacker lift with 2" shackle for a 7" total lift, its runnin 35x16x15 super swamper TSL boggers on 15x12 centerline rims, its geared with 5.29 with a detroit locker in the rear. the bed was bobbed 12", and it also has an exo cage over the cab and bed along with home made sliders and a front stinger. as for the interior it has seats out of an acura integra with some 4 point racing harnesses along with stock seat belts for comfrot on the roads.

my plans are to swap out the skyjacker kit with stock yota rear leafs up front and 63" chevies out back and drop it down to about 4-5" lift with 35x12.5x15 BFGs on 15x8 black steel rims and add in high steer...

if any one is interested in some skyjacker leafs or a 2" lifted shackle pm me other parts will be for sale as well local pick up would be better thanks

as for pics I will load some up in a bit

4x4YOTA · 08-26-2008, 04:45 PM

here she is

the 22R and weber

the interior

gojo440 · 08-26-2008, 05:30 PM

Good for you man, she looks fun and i see you're running the rear tires the other
way.

ocdropzone · 08-26-2008, 05:41 PM

Overall I think it is a pretty good truck. I have Integra seats too in my '81 and think they are pretty dang comfortable...though the leather you have would be cool...and your Igloo center console is better than my .50 Cal ammo can..
Was the DS exo down tube kinked when it was bent or just some trail rash? Having both sets of belts is something i need to do too...Enjoy...

oh and unless you are waiting for the new style BFG MT's, good luck finding them in a 35x12.5x15 in the old style. They are pretty much out of stuck from what I have been finding...I need one to match a set I have...

apalmer1 · 08-26-2008, 06:37 PM

really nice rig youve got there very clean body for a crawler

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Originally Posted by ocdropzone

oh and unless you are waiting for the new style BFG MT's, good luck finding them in a 35x12.5x15 in the old style. They are pretty much out of stuck from what I have been finding...I need one to match a set I have...

If your looking for a used one there is a 35x12.5 old style with somewhere slightly under 50% tread just laying at my friends house, has been there for years i have no idea what the story behind it is. im down in Bend but i might be in portland friday the 5th to pick up a friend from the airport. pm me if you wana try to work something out.

83 · 08-27-2008, 08:24 AM

Is that a newer engine? Or at least newer valve cover...the '83 and earlier ones had more rounded, not square, edges. Not that it makes any difference. Nice looking truck!

red1983 · 08-27-2008, 09:24 AM

83 is right- I don't think that is an '83 head... but like 83 said, not that it makes any difference. It looks good though! very clean!

4x4YOTA · 08-27-2008, 11:00 AM

yeah the cover is off a 22RE and I have a local shop that has a couple sets of the old style BFG MT ...hey if any of you guys with sock yota 79-83 4x4 want to trade let me or I will sell her for $3000 as is ...

it sucks cuz I just bought her and got a huge fine no I need money so if you want she is for sale unless I can get some cash soon...

ocdropzone · 08-27-2008, 11:08 AM

dude that totally sucks, have the truck for a few days and now have to sell....I feel for you...must have a been a bad fine...good luck..

4x4YOTA · 08-27-2008, 01:58 PM

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Originally Posted by ocdropzone

dude that totally sucks, have the truck for a few days and now have to sell....I feel for you...must have a been a bad fine...good luck..

well thinsg are "kinda" looking up for me I have a guy interested in buying my Jeep so I might be able to keep the yota and complete my work on it so cross your fingers !!!

ocdropzone · 08-27-2008, 06:57 PM

done, got them crossed. I owned a Jeep once, never again...either way Good Luck!

BMC · 08-27-2008, 09:37 PM

Nice lookin truck man. I hope you get to keep it.

4x4YOTA · 08-29-2008, 04:26 PM

well I have a guy coming to get the jeep tomorrow and so looks like I will be able to keep the truck for my self, it will be my DD...

my plans for it will be a lil set back till I can come up with funds to do so but to get it comfortable to drive on the streets I definately need better tires... so the boggers got to go and I need a new front tie rod as well

fyreandwater · 08-31-2008, 06:36 AM

I like it.

4x4YOTA · 09-01-2008, 07:44 PM

is it possible to run 33s on 5.29 gears or is that to low I need to be able to cruise at least 65 if not 75

muddpigg · 09-01-2008, 08:05 PM

Sweet looking truck.

nico · 09-01-2008, 10:08 PM

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Originally Posted by 4x4YOTA

is it possible to run 33s on 5.29 gears or is that to low I need to be able to cruise at least 65 if not 75

33" tires + 5.29 gears + 4th gear + 65mph = 3500 RPM.
33" tires + 5.29 gears + 5th gear + 65mph = 2975 RPM
33" tires + 5.29 gears + 4th gear + 75mph = 4038 RPM.
33" tires + 5.29 gears + 5th gear + 75mph = 3432 RPM.

4x4YOTA · 09-02-2008, 10:48 AM

so then probably not then... thanks for the help NICO I appreciate it I guess Ill see what I can find in 35s for cheap ...

NorCrawler · 09-02-2008, 11:33 AM

sick that thing looks like it can go anywhere.

4x4YOTA · 09-03-2008, 10:03 AM

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Originally Posted by NorCrawler

sick that thing looks like it can go anywhere.

you have one sick truck your self that is awesome

4x4YOTA · 09-06-2008, 03:01 PM

ah life sucks Im in a freaking bind I just got the truck and now I have a guy interested in buying it I but I want to keep it but I need to sell ether my jeep or truck but no one wants the jeep (I dont blame them) lol...so here is my dilemma the truck needs a new timing chain cover gasket i has a small leak (rtv could fix) and the trany is a lil sloppy and there is a mess of wiring under the hood and dash due to the weber and gauges added in the cab...there are things welded to the truck that shouldnt be... but yet I cant stand the jeep its just as much of a tank it has the 5.2 V8 (gas hog) and has electrical problems (I hate electrical problems if you know me you know why) so I want to get rid of both of them and just get a nice stock lil 79-83 yota 4x4/84-89 4runner 4x4 and build it the way I want it but I need at least one vehicle to get around til then

WTF should i do?

08-26-2008, 04:39 PM	#1 (permalink)
4x4YOTA Registered User Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: colorado Posts: 608	83 Toyota crawler I just bought my 3rd toyota! its a 1983 Toyota 4x4 22R with a weber carb and custom exhaust. it has a 5" skyjacker lift with 2" shackle for a 7" total lift, its runnin 35x16x15 super swamper TSL boggers on 15x12 centerline rims, its geared with 5.29 with a detroit locker in the rear. the bed was bobbed 12", and it also has an exo cage over the cab and bed along with home made sliders and a front stinger. as for the interior it has seats out of an acura integra with some 4 point racing harnesses along with stock seat belts for comfrot on the roads. my plans are to swap out the skyjacker kit with stock yota rear leafs up front and 63" chevies out back and drop it down to about 4-5" lift with 35x12.5x15 BFGs on 15x8 black steel rims and add in high steer... if any one is interested in some skyjacker leafs or a 2" lifted shackle pm me other parts will be for sale as well local pick up would be better thanks as for pics I will load some up in a bit __________________ mine 81 Toyota 4x4 short bed (restoring) 83 Toyota 4x4 short bed (parting out) 94 Toyota 4x4 extended cab (sold) 82 Toyota 4x4 short bed (RIP) dads 82 Toyota 4x4 long bed (work truck) 82 Toyota 4x4 short bed (RIP) Last edited by 4x4YOTA : 08-26-2008 at 04:49 PM.

08-26-2008, 04:45 PM	#2 (permalink)
4x4YOTA Registered User Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: colorado Posts: 608	here she is the 22R and weber the interior __________________ mine 81 Toyota 4x4 short bed (restoring) 83 Toyota 4x4 short bed (parting out) 94 Toyota 4x4 extended cab (sold) 82 Toyota 4x4 short bed (RIP) dads 82 Toyota 4x4 long bed (work truck) 82 Toyota 4x4 short bed (RIP)

08-26-2008, 05:41 PM	#4 (permalink)
ocdropzone Contributing Member Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: PDX Posts: 2,819	Overall I think it is a pretty good truck. I have Integra seats too in my '81 and think they are pretty dang comfortable...though the leather you have would be cool...and your Igloo center console is better than my .50 Cal ammo can.. Was the DS exo down tube kinked when it was bent or just some trail rash? Having both sets of belts is something i need to do too...Enjoy... oh and unless you are waiting for the new style BFG MT's, good luck finding them in a 35x12.5x15 in the old style. They are pretty much out of stuck from what I have been finding...I need one to match a set I have... __________________ ~Robb '81 Trekker SR5 B4Runner Build '89 Tercel Project POS Gas Saver TREKKER Forum LINK TO ONLINE FACTORY SERVICE MANUALS All Toyota Website Search Engine Wheel Responsibly, Don't screw it up for others...

08-27-2008, 08:24 AM	#6 (permalink)
83 Registered User Join Date: May 2008 Location: Montana Posts: 478	Is that a newer engine? Or at least newer valve cover...the '83 and earlier ones had more rounded, not square, edges. Not that it makes any difference. Nice looking truck! __________________ Zach '83 Shortbed

08-27-2008, 11:00 AM	#8 (permalink)
4x4YOTA Registered User Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: colorado Posts: 608	yeah the cover is off a 22RE and I have a local shop that has a couple sets of the old style BFG MT ...hey if any of you guys with sock yota 79-83 4x4 want to trade let me or I will sell her for $3000 as is ... it sucks cuz I just bought her and got a huge fine no I need money so if you want she is for sale unless I can get some cash soon... __________________ mine 81 Toyota 4x4 short bed (restoring) 83 Toyota 4x4 short bed (parting out) 94 Toyota 4x4 extended cab (sold) 82 Toyota 4x4 short bed (RIP) dads 82 Toyota 4x4 long bed (work truck) 82 Toyota 4x4 short bed (RIP)

08-26-2008, 05:30 PM	#3 (permalink)
gojo440 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Canada,BC Okanagon Posts: 31	Good for you man, she looks fun and i see you're running the rear tires the other way.

08-27-2008, 09:24 AM	#7 (permalink)
red1983 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Colorado Posts: 73	83 is right- I don't think that is an '83 head... but like 83 said, not that it makes any difference. It looks good though! very clean!

08-27-2008, 11:08 AM	#9 (permalink)
ocdropzone Contributing Member Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: PDX Posts: 2,819	dude that totally sucks, have the truck for a few days and now have to sell....I feel for you...must have a been a bad fine...good luck.. __________________ ~Robb '81 Trekker SR5 B4Runner Build '89 Tercel Project POS Gas Saver TREKKER Forum LINK TO ONLINE FACTORY SERVICE MANUALS All Toyota Website Search Engine Wheel Responsibly, Don't screw it up for others...

08-27-2008, 06:57 PM	#11 (permalink)
ocdropzone Contributing Member Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: PDX Posts: 2,819	done, got them crossed. I owned a Jeep once, never again...either way Good Luck! __________________ ~Robb '81 Trekker SR5 B4Runner Build '89 Tercel Project POS Gas Saver TREKKER Forum LINK TO ONLINE FACTORY SERVICE MANUALS All Toyota Website Search Engine Wheel Responsibly, Don't screw it up for others...

08-27-2008, 09:37 PM	#12 (permalink)
BMC Registered User Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Carmel CA Posts: 108	Nice lookin truck man. I hope you get to keep it.

08-29-2008, 04:26 PM	#13 (permalink)
4x4YOTA Registered User Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: colorado Posts: 608	well I have a guy coming to get the jeep tomorrow and so looks like I will be able to keep the truck for my self, it will be my DD... my plans for it will be a lil set back till I can come up with funds to do so but to get it comfortable to drive on the streets I definately need better tires... so the boggers got to go and I need a new front tie rod as well __________________ mine 81 Toyota 4x4 short bed (restoring) 83 Toyota 4x4 short bed (parting out) 94 Toyota 4x4 extended cab (sold) 82 Toyota 4x4 short bed (RIP) dads 82 Toyota 4x4 long bed (work truck) 82 Toyota 4x4 short bed (RIP)

08-31-2008, 06:36 AM	#14 (permalink)
fyreandwater Registered User Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Durango, CO Posts: 44	I like it. __________________ 1983 Toyota SR5 Short Bed 4x4 3" lift, 33x12.50 Firestone Destination M/T's Front and Rear Aussie Locker 4.88 gears Stock 22R Custom Bumpers, Warn Winch

09-01-2008, 07:44 PM	#15 (permalink)
4x4YOTA Registered User Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: colorado Posts: 608	is it possible to run 33s on 5.29 gears or is that to low I need to be able to cruise at least 65 if not 75 __________________ mine 81 Toyota 4x4 short bed (restoring) 83 Toyota 4x4 short bed (parting out) 94 Toyota 4x4 extended cab (sold) 82 Toyota 4x4 short bed (RIP) dads 82 Toyota 4x4 long bed (work truck) 82 Toyota 4x4 short bed (RIP)

09-01-2008, 08:05 PM	#16 (permalink)
muddpigg Registered User Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Tacoma, WA Posts: 559	Sweet looking truck. __________________ http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rqtr_RvR3sY http://www.texas4x4.org/image.php?u=...ine=1224191421

09-02-2008, 10:48 AM	#18 (permalink)
4x4YOTA Registered User Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: colorado Posts: 608	so then probably not then... thanks for the help NICO I appreciate it I guess Ill see what I can find in 35s for cheap ... __________________ mine 81 Toyota 4x4 short bed (restoring) 83 Toyota 4x4 short bed (parting out) 94 Toyota 4x4 extended cab (sold) 82 Toyota 4x4 short bed (RIP) dads 82 Toyota 4x4 long bed (work truck) 82 Toyota 4x4 short bed (RIP)

09-02-2008, 11:33 AM	#19 (permalink)
NorCrawler Registered User Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: NorCal Posts: 248	sick that thing looks like it can go anywhere. __________________ NOR*CAL ---1989 Single Cab Pick Up - Needs: 5.29s, lockers, small exo cage, rock sliders, diff armor, dual cases. Has to much to list. It's ALL HERE ---> http://www.yotatech.com/f86/i-love-m...rawler-146975/ ---1984 Ford Ranger 2WD Flatbed Prerunner - 4" coil Spring Lift, Rancho 9000s, Lincoln Locker, Desert Camo Paint. It's ALL HERE ---> http://www.yotatech.com/f5/project-d...runner-148316/