jnew911's 1986 4runner build-up thread
01-27-2012, 08:45 AM
#1
Registered User
Thread Starter
Join Date: Sep 2009
Posts: 52
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
jnew911's 1986 4runner build-up thread
Hey all,
Well it finally happened. After looking for months every single day I finally found a 4runner to start my project. Well the back story: This runner was bought in December of 85 from a dealership in the San Fernando Valley of Los Angeles. A few years later it moved to Simi Valley where it has been since. I bought it from the original owner and so far it looks like it has been well taken care of. It did not run and he said some crooked mechanic said it was a head gasket then offered $500 for it. Anyways, I jumped on it right when I saw it and the project starts
http://i1165.photobucket.com/albums/...1/IMG_1619.jpg
Well it finally happened. After looking for months every single day I finally found a 4runner to start my project. Well the back story: This runner was bought in December of 85 from a dealership in the San Fernando Valley of Los Angeles. A few years later it moved to Simi Valley where it has been since. I bought it from the original owner and so far it looks like it has been well taken care of. It did not run and he said some crooked mechanic said it was a head gasket then offered $500 for it. Anyways, I jumped on it right when I saw it and the project starts
http://i1165.photobucket.com/albums/...1/IMG_1619.jpg
01-27-2012, 08:53 AM
#3
Registered User
Thread Starter
Join Date: Sep 2009
Posts: 52
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
I have a bunch of plans for it, but starting with the engine to see what went wrong. Put the boat in storage because I need the room and got it planted where it will lay for awhile.http://i1165.photobucket.com/albums/...1/P1201994.jpg
Then started on what I had. Pretty clean engine compartment for a 27 year old truck. I was very particular I wanted a 4 wheel drive, 22re, w56 trans, and A/C. http://i1165.photobucket.com/albums/...1/P1201998.jpg
Then started on what I had. Pretty clean engine compartment for a 27 year old truck. I was very particular I wanted a 4 wheel drive, 22re, w56 trans, and A/C. http://i1165.photobucket.com/albums/...1/P1201998.jpg
01-27-2012, 09:13 AM
#6
Registered User
Thread Starter
Join Date: Sep 2009
Posts: 52
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Finally started to pull the engine.
Decided to pull the engine with the trans and started to regret it right around here.
I was hitting the ceiling with the hoist and started thinking I didn't have room for the trans.
But got it out. Good day. By the way I've never pulled an engine and passed my previous experience awhile ago. So this is a learning experience for sure.
Decided to pull the engine with the trans and started to regret it right around here.
I was hitting the ceiling with the hoist and started thinking I didn't have room for the trans.
But got it out. Good day. By the way I've never pulled an engine and passed my previous experience awhile ago. So this is a learning experience for sure.
Trending Topics
01-27-2012, 09:52 AM
#9
Registered User
Thread Starter
Join Date: Sep 2009
Posts: 52
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Hey Ian,
I had all kinds of plans before buying one but was gonna let the truck condition lead my decisions. I like the overall condition of the truck so I am going to keep it somewhat original. My plan right now is rebuild the engine, trans, and transfer case. I am thinking 33's with 4.88's in the rear end, and front and back bumpers. Other things are on the drawing board too but we'll see how the budget goes. I would love to SAS this thing one day but that's not in the plans right now. I'm sure things will change a little as a make progress.
I had all kinds of plans before buying one but was gonna let the truck condition lead my decisions. I like the overall condition of the truck so I am going to keep it somewhat original. My plan right now is rebuild the engine, trans, and transfer case. I am thinking 33's with 4.88's in the rear end, and front and back bumpers. Other things are on the drawing board too but we'll see how the budget goes. I would love to SAS this thing one day but that's not in the plans right now. I'm sure things will change a little as a make progress.
Last edited by jnew911; 01-27-2012 at 09:58 AM.
01-27-2012, 10:04 AM
#10
Registered User
Thread Starter
Join Date: Sep 2009
Posts: 52
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Well here is the engine compartment with it out. Gonna start cleaning it up soon. 
Got the engine and trans separated. Gonna put it on the stand today.
And I built this little stand for the trans. Made a mess so today is getting the engine on the stand, cleaning up, and getting organized.
Got the engine and trans separated. Gonna put it on the stand today.
And I built this little stand for the trans. Made a mess so today is getting the engine on the stand, cleaning up, and getting organized.
Last edited by jnew911; 01-27-2012 at 10:05 AM.
01-27-2012, 12:25 PM
#16
Registered User
Thread Starter
Join Date: Sep 2009
Posts: 52
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Thanks guys so far I think it's a good find. We'll see I've never seen what works and what doesn't. I live in smog happy California so it's just a stock rebuild for me. I just want a strong, fresh drivetrain so I can take it farther and not worry about it. Swimmerboy your build really motivated me thanks for the comment I'm hoping it turns out great. More to come soon!
01-27-2012, 12:31 PM
#17
Thanks guys so far I think it's a good find. We'll see I've never seen what works and what doesn't. I live in smog happy California so it's just a stock rebuild for me. I just want a strong, fresh drivetrain so I can take it farther and not worry about it. Swimmerboy your build really motivated me thanks for the comment I'm hoping it turns out great. More to come soon!
I'll be keeping an eye on this thread.
01-27-2012, 12:55 PM
#18
Super Moderator
Staff
iTrader: (1)
Join Date: Aug 2008
Location: Anderson Missouri
Posts: 11,788
Likes: 0
Received 21 Likes
on
19 Posts
Hello jnew911...Welcome to Yotatech. Wish I could get something like that for $500. I just did an 88 and am doing an 86. On my 88 build I tried to put up alot of the common problems found on these and it is all listed on the first post where to find them.
As far as motor work 92Toy did an excellent job on where to get parts and pics. When he started he said he had no experience at all and think that included basic maintainace and now he is a pro. His build will help you alot on motor work. Plenty of guys here willing to help.
I am always willing to offer advice you ever get in a bind. I am doing one now. That is a sweet truck. You will like when you get it running. Getting the Cranshaft bolt can be a bear at times but a basic tool set will get you through for the most part. Good luck and looking forward to your build.
As far as motor work 92Toy did an excellent job on where to get parts and pics. When he started he said he had no experience at all and think that included basic maintainace and now he is a pro. His build will help you alot on motor work. Plenty of guys here willing to help.
I am always willing to offer advice you ever get in a bind. I am doing one now. That is a sweet truck. You will like when you get it running. Getting the Cranshaft bolt can be a bear at times but a basic tool set will get you through for the most part. Good luck and looking forward to your build.
01-27-2012, 01:41 PM
#19
Registered User
Thread Starter
Join Date: Sep 2009
Posts: 52
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
@Terrys87: Thanks for the info! I will be looking at 92toy's threads to learn more. I'm looking forward to the crankshaft bolt lol. I've always wanted a 1st gen 4runner so I can't wait to get it on the road.
Thanks everyone for the positive posts! I should have clarified in the first post on the price. The mechanic knew he could fix it real quick and have a clean runner; he was a crook looking to get this runner. The PO said no with intentions to fix it. It sat for awhile and he decided to sell it as is. He wanted $1800 and when I saw it's condition I didn't even try to negotiate. I bought it 2 days after he posted it on Craigslist and I was not the first to make an offer. Everyone else was trying to lowball him but I think it was worth $1,800. We'll see. I saw plenty of them and when I was looking and most were in bad shape.
Thanks everyone for the positive posts! I should have clarified in the first post on the price. The mechanic knew he could fix it real quick and have a clean runner; he was a crook looking to get this runner. The PO said no with intentions to fix it. It sat for awhile and he decided to sell it as is. He wanted $1800 and when I saw it's condition I didn't even try to negotiate. I bought it 2 days after he posted it on Craigslist and I was not the first to make an offer. Everyone else was trying to lowball him but I think it was worth $1,800. We'll see. I saw plenty of them and when I was looking and most were in bad shape.
