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81 Toyota 4x4: 22R, weber carb, long tube header w/custom exhaust, L45 4 speed, 4.56 V6 3rds, TG highsteer, RUF w/sky shackle, custom rear springs w/shackle, 2" BL, 32x11.50x15 BFG MTs on 15x7s(street), 37x13.50x15 DC FC2s on 15x8s(trail), ARB air compressor, KC lights, topper... |
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damn you got a lotta 1st gens lol. get some pics of the lift!
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Im gonna begin installing it tomorrow starting with the rear first then the front and then possibly a custom adjustable drag link to realign my steering wheel
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81 Toyota 4x4: 22R, weber carb, long tube header w/custom exhaust, L45 4 speed, 4.56 V6 3rds, TG highsteer, RUF w/sky shackle, custom rear springs w/shackle, 2" BL, 32x11.50x15 BFG MTs on 15x7s(street), 37x13.50x15 DC FC2s on 15x8s(trail), ARB air compressor, KC lights, topper... |
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update:
so I got my shackles and now its just the matter of getting them on my 81 and ordering new shocks not sure if the stock ones are long enough fr even just a 2" lift front ![]() rear
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81 Toyota 4x4: 22R, weber carb, long tube header w/custom exhaust, L45 4 speed, 4.56 V6 3rds, TG highsteer, RUF w/sky shackle, custom rear springs w/shackle, 2" BL, 32x11.50x15 BFG MTs on 15x7s(street), 37x13.50x15 DC FC2s on 15x8s(trail), ARB air compressor, KC lights, topper... Last edited by 4x4YOTA; 11-06-2008 at 10:48 PM. |
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ok so got some work done on the truck today:
installed my new longer shocks for my lift $15.99e @ local auto zone (77 land cruiser 4x4) installed some new seat belts to replace the nasty worn out stock ones and also put in some sweet raceing harnesses (just waiting for some bucket seats now) and tomorrow I will start n the lift and finish the interior (waiting on a stereo)
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81 Toyota 4x4: 22R, weber carb, long tube header w/custom exhaust, L45 4 speed, 4.56 V6 3rds, TG highsteer, RUF w/sky shackle, custom rear springs w/shackle, 2" BL, 32x11.50x15 BFG MTs on 15x7s(street), 37x13.50x15 DC FC2s on 15x8s(trail), ARB air compressor, KC lights, topper... |
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ok so Im not to happy woke up this morning to 6" of snow..this really sucks I was really looking forward to finally getting time with my truck
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81 Toyota 4x4: 22R, weber carb, long tube header w/custom exhaust, L45 4 speed, 4.56 V6 3rds, TG highsteer, RUF w/sky shackle, custom rear springs w/shackle, 2" BL, 32x11.50x15 BFG MTs on 15x7s(street), 37x13.50x15 DC FC2s on 15x8s(trail), ARB air compressor, KC lights, topper... |
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...I am thinking you are missing something (unless your truck is apart like mine ) 6" of snow is an opportunity to spend with your truck
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found out my front drive shaft is fubard and vibrates like crazy so I need a new shaft (prolly pull the one off my 83 if it will fit)
so I couldnt even go play in the snow
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81 Toyota 4x4: 22R, weber carb, long tube header w/custom exhaust, L45 4 speed, 4.56 V6 3rds, TG highsteer, RUF w/sky shackle, custom rear springs w/shackle, 2" BL, 32x11.50x15 BFG MTs on 15x7s(street), 37x13.50x15 DC FC2s on 15x8s(trail), ARB air compressor, KC lights, topper... |
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I was planning on installing my shackle lift today
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81 Toyota 4x4: 22R, weber carb, long tube header w/custom exhaust, L45 4 speed, 4.56 V6 3rds, TG highsteer, RUF w/sky shackle, custom rear springs w/shackle, 2" BL, 32x11.50x15 BFG MTs on 15x7s(street), 37x13.50x15 DC FC2s on 15x8s(trail), ARB air compressor, KC lights, topper... |
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got some more work done on the 81 got the interior finished for now still need to make brackets to install my bucket seats and fix my dash and install radio (silence sucks) also got my rear shackle on now just waiting to do the front and get some new front springs thinking OME stock height replacement and a rear add-a-leaf to level it out... onto the pics
interior: ![]() rear suspension:
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81 Toyota 4x4: 22R, weber carb, long tube header w/custom exhaust, L45 4 speed, 4.56 V6 3rds, TG highsteer, RUF w/sky shackle, custom rear springs w/shackle, 2" BL, 32x11.50x15 BFG MTs on 15x7s(street), 37x13.50x15 DC FC2s on 15x8s(trail), ARB air compressor, KC lights, topper... |
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got the rest of my lift on a couple days ago just didnt update sorry...
now just waiting on some OME front leaf springs to replace my anti arch front leafs and trying my hardest to get a front drive shaft before it snows and a topper here are some pics front suspension ![]() whole truck
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81 Toyota 4x4: 22R, weber carb, long tube header w/custom exhaust, L45 4 speed, 4.56 V6 3rds, TG highsteer, RUF w/sky shackle, custom rear springs w/shackle, 2" BL, 32x11.50x15 BFG MTs on 15x7s(street), 37x13.50x15 DC FC2s on 15x8s(trail), ARB air compressor, KC lights, topper... |
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ok so I installed my tach but dont know where to run the white light wire any sugestions/tips...
also I got a weber carb and I want to install it but need to know how and what I am getting into I have read around the forum and nothing on installation...I have seen alot of good reviews and thats why I went for one but I got mine used off a good running 83 just need to know how to install (as far as electrics, vacuum lines, and what is and isnt needed.
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81 Toyota 4x4: 22R, weber carb, long tube header w/custom exhaust, L45 4 speed, 4.56 V6 3rds, TG highsteer, RUF w/sky shackle, custom rear springs w/shackle, 2" BL, 32x11.50x15 BFG MTs on 15x7s(street), 37x13.50x15 DC FC2s on 15x8s(trail), ARB air compressor, KC lights, topper... Last edited by 4x4YOTA; 11-21-2008 at 06:54 PM. |
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ok so the other day my truck died in the middle of the high way ( luckly its light enough I was able to push it to the side and tinker a bit) I eventually got towed home and the guy that towed me got it running dont know whaqt he did I couldnt really understand him... so I changed my fuel filter cuz I have had this problem before and that fixed it and I cleaned my carb ...but it wont start!!! its getting fuel to the filter and the carb it cranks and I get spark form the coil but just will not fire... any sugestions or tips... the guy at auto zone check my plugs and so did my friend from AZ so Ill do that tomorrow but anything else it could be?
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81 Toyota 4x4: 22R, weber carb, long tube header w/custom exhaust, L45 4 speed, 4.56 V6 3rds, TG highsteer, RUF w/sky shackle, custom rear springs w/shackle, 2" BL, 32x11.50x15 BFG MTs on 15x7s(street), 37x13.50x15 DC FC2s on 15x8s(trail), ARB air compressor, KC lights, topper... |
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My carb hasn't arrived yet so not real sure on that. Do you have compression? Spark, Fuel and compression is what I was always told. So maybe your carb is blocked up. Also I found when I rebuilt mine that the EGR crossover was almost completely blocked, that could screw with the vacuum system and cause some problems too. Just makin a few guesses I'm no expert.
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I am getting fuel and Im getting spark I was told to check my plugs but it has been to cold out do try anything... and Im ether at work or it gets to dark... (I need a garage) ...I have a rebuild kit for my carb but my truck is my DD and I need it... so that might be on hold... but as soon as you figure out the weber carb please let me know I would like to install it asap
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81 Toyota 4x4: 22R, weber carb, long tube header w/custom exhaust, L45 4 speed, 4.56 V6 3rds, TG highsteer, RUF w/sky shackle, custom rear springs w/shackle, 2" BL, 32x11.50x15 BFG MTs on 15x7s(street), 37x13.50x15 DC FC2s on 15x8s(trail), ARB air compressor, KC lights, topper... |
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holy cow dude .. your front springs are HOOPED !!!! neg. arch ... not good .. I know your replacing .. and I hope it's soon ..
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86 4x4 , fiberglass bed , 1/2 doors , hood ... more to come . 84 2WD "hotrod" Intercooled 7MGTE 83 Trekker SR5 CURRENT BUILD My home page MY PAGE 2WD fourm I frequent NEW Trekker forum Last edited by slacker; 11-22-2008 at 05:27 PM. |
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debating between OME light duty with current shackle pro comp 3" springs with stock shackle rears up front with short banana shackle? ??? any other sugestions... I dont want any more than 3" maybe 4" enough the clear 33s with no triming
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81 Toyota 4x4: 22R, weber carb, long tube header w/custom exhaust, L45 4 speed, 4.56 V6 3rds, TG highsteer, RUF w/sky shackle, custom rear springs w/shackle, 2" BL, 32x11.50x15 BFG MTs on 15x7s(street), 37x13.50x15 DC FC2s on 15x8s(trail), ARB air compressor, KC lights, topper... Last edited by 4x4YOTA; 11-22-2008 at 05:33 PM. |
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ok so got her running and its so good the be driving her again...
ok so after much debating (and seeing some awesome trucks here on YT) I am thinking about running duals and lower gears on my truck but I dont know if they are really practical on a DD... any opinions? ... any body DD there trail rig? ... how does it do and would you rather have 2 seperate trucks?
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81 Toyota 4x4: 22R, weber carb, long tube header w/custom exhaust, L45 4 speed, 4.56 V6 3rds, TG highsteer, RUF w/sky shackle, custom rear springs w/shackle, 2" BL, 32x11.50x15 BFG MTs on 15x7s(street), 37x13.50x15 DC FC2s on 15x8s(trail), ARB air compressor, KC lights, topper... |
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Adding duals does not change the stock high range 4x4 if you need to drive it in 4x4 on the street. If you go big tires, upgrade your brake system with the usual stuff (v-6 calipers, vented rotors etc) Putting 39.5 Iroks would definitely impact your streetablility...
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GOOGLE FOR TOYOTA WEBSITES LINK TO ONLINE FACTORY SERVICE MANUALS Drive a real 1st Gen Wheel Responsibly, Don't Screw It Up for Others |
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81 Toyota 4x4: 22R, weber carb, long tube header w/custom exhaust, L45 4 speed, 4.56 V6 3rds, TG highsteer, RUF w/sky shackle, custom rear springs w/shackle, 2" BL, 32x11.50x15 BFG MTs on 15x7s(street), 37x13.50x15 DC FC2s on 15x8s(trail), ARB air compressor, KC lights, topper... |
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If you want a dual purpose truck, than yes, it my opinion it is worth it.
but a word of caution on adding duals... a second transfer case is just one part of the equation... Rough estimate of adding duals to a truck. (some can do it cheaper due to their fab skills) dual case adapter $299-350 CrossMember: $199-270 Drive shaft $200-400 ++ (depending on who you go with) (shortening rear and lengthening front) 2nd Transfer case $75-150 (yes you have yours) Adding duals can run up over a $1000 very easily. For me it was an easy decision because after going on a few trail runs and almost breaking stuff because I had to give it a ton of skinny pedal to get over stuff that the guys with more gearing options were able to practically idle over. I am looking forward to having 20 forward speeds and 4 reverse Stock 5 speed 4WD, stock 2.28 LR, 4.7 gears in crawl box and than 2.28x4.7 in lo, lo... It really all just comes down to what you want to do with your truck...
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~Robb '81 Trekker The B4Runner Build TREKKER Forum Mini FAQ/Misc Ideas Thread **TRY THESE SEARCH LINKS**
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yeah I know its pricey and I hate having to gas it to get over things so lower gears are a must but I am also debating just lower axle gears..,
I have a set of 5.29s (rear has detroit) but I dont have money for tires yet (I want 33s) could I run 5.29s with 31s for a while or is that to low and am I gonna hate it?
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81 Toyota 4x4: 22R, weber carb, long tube header w/custom exhaust, L45 4 speed, 4.56 V6 3rds, TG highsteer, RUF w/sky shackle, custom rear springs w/shackle, 2" BL, 32x11.50x15 BFG MTs on 15x7s(street), 37x13.50x15 DC FC2s on 15x8s(trail), ARB air compressor, KC lights, topper... |
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After just completing the dual transfer case setup in my 84 I would have to say go with 4.70 gears in your current case before going for duals. You save a ton of cash (X-member, drive shafts, adapter, etc.) and hassle, and still have very low crawl ratio for the trails we see here in Colorado. Plus, you never need 4 low on the road, hi range is the same for snowy road driving, and when you do go duals your current top-shift case will become the rear case which should house the 4.70 gears anyway. Plus, I know you're still undecided on your front suspension, and it would suck to make a front driveshaft twice, like I did.
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-1984 reg. cab truggy. I HATE SHEET METAL ON TRAIL RIGS!!!! duals, locked f/r 5.29s, hysteer, 63s and RUF springs, 34 x 10.50 Swampers, 1" master, V-6 calipers, dove nosed & street legal (thanks Colorado) -1988 4Runner, daily driver, Downey intake, Headers, rear AAL, Stock, and staying that way! (maybe) |
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and as far as springs Im between OME and procomp
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81 Toyota 4x4: 22R, weber carb, long tube header w/custom exhaust, L45 4 speed, 4.56 V6 3rds, TG highsteer, RUF w/sky shackle, custom rear springs w/shackle, 2" BL, 32x11.50x15 BFG MTs on 15x7s(street), 37x13.50x15 DC FC2s on 15x8s(trail), ARB air compressor, KC lights, topper... |
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ok so I talked to the guy at 4x4 connections today and I dont think I will be getting OME springs so it looks like Im gonna have to completely rethink my front spring options... does any body else know where I can get replacment leafs for my 81 with out to much lift and less than $250 to my door... for that price I might as well get the TG 3" springs I have been wanting... but I would like to keep it cheap... unless some one can tell me how good rears up front are and how much lift I will get out of my stock pack with out adding any leafs
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81 Toyota 4x4: 22R, weber carb, long tube header w/custom exhaust, L45 4 speed, 4.56 V6 3rds, TG highsteer, RUF w/sky shackle, custom rear springs w/shackle, 2" BL, 32x11.50x15 BFG MTs on 15x7s(street), 37x13.50x15 DC FC2s on 15x8s(trail), ARB air compressor, KC lights, topper... |
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