New to me 88 xtracab
05-16-2010, 05:04 AM
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New to me 88 xtracab
Hey y'all,
Picked up another Toyota, my thoughts were to use it as parts for my other project that I haven't had time to mess with.
https://www.yotatech.com/forums/f116...om-cab-188822/
This extracab was a one family truck. Snagged it off of craigs list only 3 miles from home!
But it runs so good with 193,000 (22re) that I don't want to mess with it and just drive it. Last fill up I was getting 20 mpg, one before that I got 22 city and hwy.
Found an old 3'' body lift and some 33 BGF ATs. But I'm not sure if I want to mess with the gas mileage. Decisions, decisions.......
Picked up another Toyota, my thoughts were to use it as parts for my other project that I haven't had time to mess with.
https://www.yotatech.com/forums/f116...om-cab-188822/
This extracab was a one family truck. Snagged it off of craigs list only 3 miles from home!
But it runs so good with 193,000 (22re) that I don't want to mess with it and just drive it. Last fill up I was getting 20 mpg, one before that I got 22 city and hwy.
Found an old 3'' body lift and some 33 BGF ATs. But I'm not sure if I want to mess with the gas mileage. Decisions, decisions.......
05-25-2010, 10:12 AM
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Nice! I love my 88 though I wish it was a 4cyl like yours!! Id keep it stock or mild mods. I put BJ spacers and 2" lift springs on mine with 30" tires it looks good to me and goes everywhere Ive ever taken it, I don't wheel too hard though, I don't want to bend up my truck, I have a dual sport bike for that!
05-25-2010, 11:20 AM
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I would vote to keep it stock. I keep both of mine bone stock and wouldn't want them any other way. I like sporting off the 'as is' awesomeness that Toyota put into these trucks. 
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05-25-2010, 06:24 PM
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I agree, I like the look of bigger tires!
I have had about 8 other toyotas over the years most with 33s or 35s ,but I was looking for something as a dd for now. I know the bug will get me soon enough.......
I have had about 8 other toyotas over the years most with 33s or 35s ,but I was looking for something as a dd for now. I know the bug will get me soon enough.......
05-25-2010, 06:45 PM
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x3, but i believe in: 'Lift as little as needed" theory
I personally like the look of big tires and little lift, but DON'T go
just to get em in there!!!LOL That truck is in great shape and itll be a shame to see it all beat.
I wish my truck was that clean, wanna trade??
I personally like the look of big tires and little lift, but DON'T go
just to get em in there!!!LOL That truck is in great shape and itll be a shame to see it all beat. I wish my truck was that clean, wanna trade??
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05-26-2010, 06:58 PM
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I ended up trading a 4 wheeler for it.....sort of.
Bought the 4 wheeler from by brother, cleaned it up and sold it.
Used the proceeds to buy the '88 off craigslist as a first come with cash kind of deal. I got a good deal on it.
It has a few dents here and there, but not too bad at all.
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Just found some Smittybuilt side steps and dual tube front & rear bumpers. Gonna try to get them on over the weekend. Pics to follow.........
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Well CRAP!
I think 2nd gear went out! Help me here....
I am hearing a loud knock that gets faster with engine RPM, not speed.
the knock goes away with when the clutch is engaged.
the knock is louder in 2nd gear and I feel "thuds"
I can use 1,3,4,5 but still hear the knocking.
No leaks, just started doing this today, 195,000 miles. I have put about 3,000 miles on it.
Thanks guys!
I think 2nd gear went out! Help me here....
I am hearing a loud knock that gets faster with engine RPM, not speed.
the knock goes away with when the clutch is engaged.
the knock is louder in 2nd gear and I feel "thuds"
I can use 1,3,4,5 but still hear the knocking.
No leaks, just started doing this today, 195,000 miles. I have put about 3,000 miles on it.
Thanks guys!
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