Ranski's 85 4Runner Buildup - Page 3

Ranski · 01-11-2007, 08:12 PM

Well we got the rear end tacked up.

I plan on checking measurements in a couple of days and if everything checks out...we will weld it up.

This is another milestone for me since she hasn't been on all four tires in over a year

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Sonofmayhem · 01-12-2007, 03:18 PM

nice, i cant wait to build my 4runner, i wish i woulda built my 85, or 80 but it shall be an interesting project.

Cargun · 02-15-2007, 05:12 AM

Nice looking build, I followed the link from your post in the Ozarks section. Running those springs, I'd think about going up to a 37" tire. Now's the perfect time to tub the firewall a bit for clearance

Can't wait to see it in person!

Ranski · 02-15-2007, 10:40 AM

37's are in my future, just not anytime soon. Gotta save up the funds.

I have been trolling several boards to see if I can get some used 37's.

colsoncj · 02-15-2007, 05:42 PM

Followed the link as well... looks good man! I cant wait to see it either!

jpgus · 02-15-2007, 09:21 PM

ranski what axles did you throw under ur truck, thanks

Ranski · 02-16-2007, 07:09 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jpgus

ranski what axles did you throw under ur truck, thanks

I have stock axles at this point. Not sure if I will upgrade at this point to CroMo or others. I need to get a set of spare birfs and will probably go with Longs.

Ranski · 05-14-2007, 08:14 PM

Nothing like selling your house and buying a new one to speed up a build. I had to kick it in gear in order to get it on a trailer and over to the new house.

Since then I have been mainly working on interior stuff and wiring up the stereo.

I had a local fab shop put in my exhaust, plate the frame and build my bumper.

I still need to:

...Break in the diff gears
...Check and re-torque all bolts
...Install bikini-top
...wire up the winch

after that it will be ready for a test run.

bucketofbolts · 05-20-2007, 10:30 PM

sick runner

Ranski · 06-17-2007, 06:37 PM

We had a little club gathering at a members farm - which gave me an excellent opportunity to see how everything works.

So far so good...

Need to chase down a belt squeel and a vaccum issue that is only affected when the break pedal is depressed.

Here are a few pics - more to come later.

I let my wife drive it most of the morning since she had to leave early.

ocdropzone · 06-17-2007, 10:19 PM

Your build it similar to how I am sure that mine is gonna take..a long time..Looks like you are doing it right though...nice job...

Ranski · 08-01-2008, 07:43 PM

It has been almost 3-years since I started this project. And now I can say it is complete

Now I know there will be the occassional upgrade from time to time...which by the way Longfields are on SALE! But now it isn't an eyesore on the trails.

It took some cutting and bondo to clean up the body a bit and I opted for the rattle can paint job since this truck will most likely come into contact with some rocks and trees in the near future

And to think this truck was posted on Yotatech for $400 and nobody grabbed it.

I have included a pic of what it looked like when we pushed it into the garage.

Oh and by the way, ever since I brought it home it was very unreliable when starting. I spent most of those there years testing everything until one day the fuel pump stopped working. I put in a new pump and PRESTO she runs great!

DanStew · 08-01-2008, 08:11 PM

Very nice.

1985 4Runner · 08-01-2008, 08:19 PM

nice job man. Glad to see you got it done.

Ranski · 08-01-2008, 08:20 PM

Oh! And a big thanks to the Yotatech Community for all your help along the way.

Peace!

phildelfino · 08-01-2008, 09:16 PM

Read the entire thread. Good job on the rebuild. Do you have any pics of how you mounted the rear bumper to the frame? Welded or bolted?
Thanks, Phil

Ranski · 08-01-2008, 09:22 PM

I don't have pics - but will take some tomorrow. It basically bolts thru the two existing holes in the frame.

colsoncj · 08-02-2008, 09:44 AM

lookin good! now I just need to get mine to this point!

plan on comin down my way and wheelin anytime?

Ranski · 08-02-2008, 10:00 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by colsoncj

lookin plan on comin down my way and wheelin anytime?

Not sure at this point...I will definitley be at the TLCA event at Flat & Nasty the first weekend of October and might squeeze a trip to Kansas Rocks before then. As for a trip to Arkansas, if I do it will probably be a climbing trip to Jasper or Sam's Throne - I doubt I'll bring the truck...but who knows.

I'll defitnitley make it your a some point.

scuba · 08-02-2008, 12:08 PM

wow, nice build, nice find with a 400$ truck.

I like the paint, and everything else about the truck.

redyotarunner · 08-02-2008, 01:05 PM

Nice build ,looks good and gets me wishing mine was done to.

88wildrunner · 08-10-2008, 10:49 PM

What kind of spray paint did you use, it looks pretty damn good.

Ranski · 08-11-2008, 06:39 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 88wildrunner

What kind of spray paint did you use, it looks pretty damn good.

Rustoleum - I pretty much just ran a scotch bright pad over the old paint to give it a little texture then sprayed it.

Ranski · 08-12-2008, 08:08 PM

The Longfields and new hub gears showed up today

This will definitley add some piece of mind on the trail since I'm running an Aussie up front.

shazaam · 08-19-2008, 06:08 PM

wow this has come a long way .... truck looks really good!

01-12-2007, 03:18 PM	#52 (permalink)
Sonofmayhem Registered User Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Springs, Colorado Posts: 1,700	nice, i cant wait to build my 4runner, i wish i woulda built my 85, or 80 but it shall be an interesting project. __________________ 4.3/5.0 Do iT!

02-15-2007, 05:12 AM	#53 (permalink)
Cargun Registered User Join Date: Oct 2005 Posts: 483	Nice looking build, I followed the link from your post in the Ozarks section. Running those springs, I'd think about going up to a 37" tire. Now's the perfect time to tub the firewall a bit for clearance Can't wait to see it in person! __________________ I own 11 vehicles... 10 of which are ongoing projects. I need to sell some stuff so I can turn the 11th into a project. Let me know if you're in need of a Yota transfer case, solid front axle, 22R motor, or rear axleshafts. I promise all proceeds will be directed back into the local 4x4 economy (Ok... Marlin may get some of the money) .

02-15-2007, 10:40 AM	#54 (permalink)
Ranski Registered User Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Shawnee, KS Posts: 346	37's are in my future, just not anytime soon. Gotta save up the funds. I have been trolling several boards to see if I can get some used 37's. __________________ Randy 2006 Sequoia 1985 4Runner: Build-up has begun Build-up Thread: http://www.yotatech.com/showthread.php?t=80743 www.tornadoalleycruisers.com TLCA #12443

02-15-2007, 05:42 PM	#55 (permalink)
colsoncj Contributing Member Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Monett, MO (Springfield) Posts: 2,533	Followed the link as well... looks good man! I cant wait to see it either! __________________ Cory Eastern OK, Western/Northern AR, Southeastern KS, or Southern MO area: OZARKS 4ROC Click Here 04 Dodge 2500 Cummins - DD/Tow Rig 02 Z06 Corvette - Weekender 94 FZJ80 - Wheelin Rig. Build in progress: http://ttora.com/forum/showthread.php?t=129727 72 Buick GS - i.e. the project that will never get done.

02-15-2007, 09:21 PM	#56 (permalink)
jpgus Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Victoria, Australia Posts: 10	ranski what axles did you throw under ur truck, thanks __________________ You can't give up, sometimes you can be giving 200%, giving it all you got, and you still go home with nothing. __________________ 1994 4Runner SR5 Limited 33' BFG Muds K&N Air Filter Intake Silencer Removed

05-14-2007, 08:14 PM	#58 (permalink)
Ranski Registered User Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Shawnee, KS Posts: 346	Slowly making progress Nothing like selling your house and buying a new one to speed up a build. I had to kick it in gear in order to get it on a trailer and over to the new house. Since then I have been mainly working on interior stuff and wiring up the stereo. I had a local fab shop put in my exhaust, plate the frame and build my bumper. I still need to: ...Break in the diff gears ...Check and re-torque all bolts ...Install bikini-top ...wire up the winch after that it will be ready for a test run. Attached Thumbnails __________________ Randy 2006 Sequoia 1985 4Runner: Build-up has begun Build-up Thread: http://www.yotatech.com/showthread.php?t=80743 www.tornadoalleycruisers.com TLCA #12443

05-20-2007, 10:30 PM	#59 (permalink)
bucketofbolts Registered User Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: orangevale Posts: 28	sick runner

06-17-2007, 06:37 PM	#60 (permalink)
Ranski Registered User Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Shawnee, KS Posts: 346	It's Alive We had a little club gathering at a members farm - which gave me an excellent opportunity to see how everything works. So far so good... Need to chase down a belt squeel and a vaccum issue that is only affected when the break pedal is depressed. Here are a few pics - more to come later. I let my wife drive it most of the morning since she had to leave early. Attached Thumbnails __________________ Randy 2006 Sequoia 1985 4Runner: Build-up has begun Build-up Thread: http://www.yotatech.com/showthread.php?t=80743 www.tornadoalleycruisers.com TLCA #12443

06-17-2007, 10:19 PM	#61 (permalink)
ocdropzone Contributing Member Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: PDX, OR Posts: 4,642	Your build it similar to how I am sure that mine is gonna take..a long time..Looks like you are doing it right though...nice job... __________________ ~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

08-01-2008, 07:43 PM	#62 (permalink)
Ranski Registered User Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Shawnee, KS Posts: 346	It has been almost 3-years since I started this project. And now I can say it is complete Now I know there will be the occassional upgrade from time to time...which by the way Longfields are on SALE! But now it isn't an eyesore on the trails. It took some cutting and bondo to clean up the body a bit and I opted for the rattle can paint job since this truck will most likely come into contact with some rocks and trees in the near future And to think this truck was posted on Yotatech for $400 and nobody grabbed it. I have included a pic of what it looked like when we pushed it into the garage. Oh and by the way, ever since I brought it home it was very unreliable when starting. I spent most of those there years testing everything until one day the fuel pump stopped working. I put in a new pump and PRESTO she runs great! __________________ Randy 2006 Sequoia 1985 4Runner: Build-up has begun Build-up Thread: http://www.yotatech.com/showthread.php?t=80743 www.tornadoalleycruisers.com TLCA #12443

08-01-2008, 08:11 PM	#63 (permalink)
DanStew Registered User Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Lexington, SC Posts: 397	Very nice. __________________ Dan Stewart 1952 CJ3a 1989 4Runner

08-01-2008, 08:20 PM	#65 (permalink)
Ranski Registered User Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Shawnee, KS Posts: 346	Oh! And a big thanks to the Yotatech Community for all your help along the way. Peace! __________________ Randy 2006 Sequoia 1985 4Runner: Build-up has begun Build-up Thread: http://www.yotatech.com/showthread.php?t=80743 www.tornadoalleycruisers.com TLCA #12443

08-01-2008, 09:16 PM	#66 (permalink)
phildelfino Registered User Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Reno, NV Posts: 546	Read the entire thread. Good job on the rebuild. Do you have any pics of how you mounted the rear bumper to the frame? Welded or bolted? Thanks, Phil __________________ 1988 4 Runner w/225,XXX miles, 3.slow V6. A/T. 4.10s?-(G292 code) and power everything else that still works, except someone broke off my electric antenna. 1.25" BL. Used Marlin Crawler Rear Bumper, 33 x 12.50 x 15 on Steel Chromies w 3.5" BS. Has new shocks, leafs. Soon; Trail Gear Sliders, ZUK brackets & coils, rear shock brackets & flip kit, Wish List; Rear lockrite, 529's, sliders (got them for $100.oo, new in box), 5 speed swap http://www.cardomain.com/ride/3171939

08-01-2008, 09:22 PM	#67 (permalink)
Ranski Registered User Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Shawnee, KS Posts: 346	I don't have pics - but will take some tomorrow. It basically bolts thru the two existing holes in the frame. __________________ Randy 2006 Sequoia 1985 4Runner: Build-up has begun Build-up Thread: http://www.yotatech.com/showthread.php?t=80743 www.tornadoalleycruisers.com TLCA #12443

08-02-2008, 09:44 AM	#68 (permalink)
colsoncj Contributing Member Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Monett, MO (Springfield) Posts: 2,533	lookin good! now I just need to get mine to this point! plan on comin down my way and wheelin anytime? __________________ Cory Eastern OK, Western/Northern AR, Southeastern KS, or Southern MO area: OZARKS 4ROC Click Here 04 Dodge 2500 Cummins - DD/Tow Rig 02 Z06 Corvette - Weekender 94 FZJ80 - Wheelin Rig. Build in progress: http://ttora.com/forum/showthread.php?t=129727 72 Buick GS - i.e. the project that will never get done.

08-02-2008, 12:08 PM	#70 (permalink)
scuba Registered User Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: WHEELIN BIG BEAR Posts: 6,956	wow, nice build, nice find with a 400$ truck. I like the paint, and everything else about the truck. __________________ Screw you guys I'm goin to TTORA

08-02-2008, 01:05 PM	#71 (permalink)
redyotarunner Registered User Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Moncton New Brunswick Posts: 14	Nice build ,looks good and gets me wishing mine was done to.

08-10-2008, 10:49 PM	#72 (permalink)
88wildrunner Registered User Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Meadow Vista, CA Posts: 292	What kind of spray paint did you use, it looks pretty damn good. __________________ I hate Thieves, especially the kind that steal 4runners MY 4RUNNER BUILD http://www.yotatech.com/f115/88wildrunner-build-125357/

08-12-2008, 08:08 PM	#74 (permalink)
Ranski Registered User Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Shawnee, KS Posts: 346	Couldn't resist the SALE! The Longfields and new hub gears showed up today This will definitley add some piece of mind on the trail since I'm running an Aussie up front. __________________ Randy 2006 Sequoia 1985 4Runner: Build-up has begun Build-up Thread: http://www.yotatech.com/showthread.php?t=80743 www.tornadoalleycruisers.com TLCA #12443

08-19-2008, 06:08 PM	#75 (permalink)
shazaam Contributing Member Join Date: Mar 2003 Posts: 5,057	wow this has come a long way .... truck looks really good! __________________ Experience is a hard teacher because she gives the test first, and the lesson afterwards. <-- the artist formerly known as sdastg1

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