What questions should I ask before I make a trip to see this one?

Saiba Samurai · 09-12-2009, 01:32 PM

Here's the craigslist ad.

http://raleigh.craigslist.org/cto/1362572654.html

Quote:

86 4 runner - $1650 (Clayton)
22 RE, 4x4 manual hubs, 5 spd, cold A/C, Removable top
Great shape, no Rust
1650 OBO
Thanks for looking

Please help me get all the right questions answered before I make the trip. I want to try and be specific with the questions, because I've found that asking generalities gets me generalities for answers...

Some questions I've thought of...
1. How many miles are on the body & engine?
2. Any recent work done, such as clutch, head gasket, engine rebuild?
3. Any oil leaks?
4. Has a recent compression test been done? If so records?

What else do you guys think I should ask before I head out to see this one?

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desertcamper67 · 09-12-2009, 07:15 PM

Yeah; oil leaks, problems, why is he selling it?, clean title?, does everything work?, etc.

It sounds like a great price!

buckz6319 · 09-12-2009, 07:17 PM

is that located in Clayton, GA?

Saiba Samurai · 09-12-2009, 07:27 PM

No it's Clayton, NC and no buying it out from under me either!

buckz6319 · 09-12-2009, 07:33 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Saiba Samurai

No it's Clayton, NC and no buying it out from under me either!

well I'm not interested in it I have my own problems with my runner

I would do a carfax on it

good luck

Saiba Samurai · 09-12-2009, 08:56 PM

I hope this one works out. I'm ready to start riding...

Saiba Samurai · 09-13-2009, 07:07 AM

Here's his answers.

1. How many miles are on the body & engine? 253k
2. Any recent work done, such as clutch, head gasket, engine rebuild? Slave cyl & ac line
3. Any oil leaks? Burning half qt oil a month.
4. Has a recent compression test been done? If so records? No

So what do you guys think?

ocdropzone · 09-13-2009, 09:18 AM

Make sure you test the rear window...1st gen 4runner tailgates are notorious for having window motor/switch issues.

Take a floor jack, rags, flashlight, lug wrench. wiggle the driveshafts, twist the hubs in /out of lock, try the 4wd (not on pavement)

If the shift lever is sloppy it is more than likely the shifter seat bushing, about $25 in parts and 10 minutes to fix.

you can get a compression tester for $20'ish.

Good luck. My 1st Toyota was an '86 4Runner I bought with 1500 miles on it in March of '86

Saiba Samurai · 09-13-2009, 04:23 PM

I own it!

desertcamper67 · 09-13-2009, 04:29 PM

Congrats! Good deal, too!

Saiba Samurai · 09-13-2009, 04:33 PM

I can't complain it's really a good looking truck for the years. It's a good truck for me to learn wrenching on. Now I just need someone local to me that loves these things enough to come hang out with me and help me get a game plan together!

BTW, on these 22RE motors what's their top speed, good shift points, etc? The reason I ask is I'm fine with shifting by the sound of the engine, but it's hard for me to know my lines. I was driving her home on the highway (70mph) speed limit and I don't think I could go much faster than that, and uphill I'd hold 65.) I've read elsewhere these things can cruise at 80mph pretty easily, so that's my first thing to look into.

Also this has no RPM gauge, so I am probably shifting earlier than I need to sometimes, which is good on gas, but when I'm doing on-ramps I worry about putting it into the redline.

I drive an Evo X Turbo as my daily and it's a bit different.

bigt · 09-13-2009, 05:14 PM

pics pics pics then ill answer!

Saiba Samurai · 09-13-2009, 05:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bigt

pics pics pics then ill answer!

I've got pics of the Evo. Tomorrow I'll get pics of the new ride. It's too dark outside to appreciate it. :bluejump:

I've done a few go-fast mods since some of these pictures, but I don't have pictures of them.

88Cleve4runner · 09-13-2009, 06:06 PM

sharp looking car, but we need to see the new ride lol

Saiba Samurai · 09-13-2009, 06:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 88Cleve4runner

sharp looking car, but we need to see the new ride lol

When the sun comes out I'll get the pics...

Saiba Samurai · 09-15-2009, 07:11 PM

Here's the pics!

http://www.yotatech.com/f77/saiba-sa...4-22re-191671/

09-12-2009, 07:17 PM	#3 (permalink)
buckz6319 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Griffin GA Posts: 730	is that located in Clayton, GA? __________________ 95 Toyota 4runner SR5 4x4 V-6 Auto,....

09-13-2009, 07:07 AM	#7 (permalink)
Saiba Samurai Registered User Join Date: Sep 2009 Posts: 60	Here's his answers. 1. How many miles are on the body & engine? 253k 2. Any recent work done, such as clutch, head gasket, engine rebuild? Slave cyl & ac line 3. Any oil leaks? Burning half qt oil a month. 4. Has a recent compression test been done? If so records? No So what do you guys think? Last edited by Saiba Samurai; 09-13-2009 at 07:08 AM.

09-13-2009, 09:18 AM	#8 (permalink)
ocdropzone Contributing Member Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: PDX, OR Posts: 4,711	Make sure you test the rear window...1st gen 4runner tailgates are notorious for having window motor/switch issues. Take a floor jack, rags, flashlight, lug wrench. wiggle the driveshafts, twist the hubs in /out of lock, try the 4wd (not on pavement) If the shift lever is sloppy it is more than likely the shifter seat bushing, about $25 in parts and 10 minutes to fix. you can get a compression tester for $20'ish. Good luck. My 1st Toyota was an '86 4Runner I bought with 1500 miles on it in March of '86 __________________ ~Robb '81 Trekker The B4Runner Build TREKKER Forum Mini FAQ/Misc Ideas Thread TRY THESE SEARCH LINKS GOOGLE FOR TOYOTA WEBSITES LINK TO ONLINE FACTORY SERVICE MANUALS Drive a real 1st Gen Wheel Responsibly, Don't Screw It Up for Others

09-13-2009, 04:33 PM	#11 (permalink)
Saiba Samurai Registered User Join Date: Sep 2009 Posts: 60	I can't complain it's really a good looking truck for the years. It's a good truck for me to learn wrenching on. Now I just need someone local to me that loves these things enough to come hang out with me and help me get a game plan together! BTW, on these 22RE motors what's their top speed, good shift points, etc? The reason I ask is I'm fine with shifting by the sound of the engine, but it's hard for me to know my lines. I was driving her home on the highway (70mph) speed limit and I don't think I could go much faster than that, and uphill I'd hold 65.) I've read elsewhere these things can cruise at 80mph pretty easily, so that's my first thing to look into. Also this has no RPM gauge, so I am probably shifting earlier than I need to sometimes, which is good on gas, but when I'm doing on-ramps I worry about putting it into the redline. I drive an Evo X Turbo as my daily and it's a bit different. Last edited by Saiba Samurai; 09-13-2009 at 04:37 PM.

09-13-2009, 05:14 PM	#12 (permalink)
bigt Registered User Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: chippawa niagara falls ontario Posts: 3,201	pics pics pics then ill answer! __________________ 1991 HILUX SURF SSR-X turbo diesel right hand drive toyota imported in 2005 from japan, 130,000 km 31 bfg a/t auto current build 1987 LWB suzuki samurai. turning 2 into one.. yota axles welded front to back, yota springs , ifs steering box,, this bad boy will not only eat jeeps but toyotas aswell \m/

09-12-2009, 07:27 PM	#4 (permalink)
Saiba Samurai Registered User Join Date: Sep 2009 Posts: 60	No it's Clayton, NC and no buying it out from under me either!

09-12-2009, 08:56 PM	#6 (permalink)
Saiba Samurai Registered User Join Date: Sep 2009 Posts: 60	I hope this one works out. I'm ready to start riding...

09-13-2009, 04:23 PM	#9 (permalink)
Saiba Samurai Registered User Join Date: Sep 2009 Posts: 60	I own it!

09-13-2009, 06:06 PM	#14 (permalink)
88Cleve4runner Registered User Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: cleveland tn Posts: 260	sharp looking car, but we need to see the new ride lol __________________ 88 4runner-22RE, 5sp, 33x12.50 bighorns, ARB front locker, Aussie Rear locker, sliders, rear bumper, skids, Chevy 63's,2 hella 500's 98 4runner- 3.4 auto, stocker DD my profile- http://www.yotatech.com/f77/my-profi.../#post51044313

09-15-2009, 07:11 PM	#16 (permalink)
Saiba Samurai Registered User Join Date: Sep 2009 Posts: 60	Here's the pics! http://www.yotatech.com/f77/saiba-sa...4-22re-191671/

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