just needing some input from those more experienced than me. My daughter acquired a 1992 sr-5 4wd toy truck,v-6, 5spd & 230,000 miles, very clean & cared for. But, the clutch is beginning to slip, so am trying to figure the best way go about it. Is it possible to remove radiator, take motor loose, move it forward & access clutch, as I've done on Subaru's, or easier to drop the trans ? we will only have 2 days to get it done as she's gotta work. Any suggestions, ideas would be GREATLY appreciated.
Thanks, Stormy

 

Definitely way easier to drop the trans and transfer case. Should only take a few hours if you've done a clutch before.

 

Remove the driveshafts, then remove the transmission and transfer case as a unit.

It is not feasable to move the engine forward to access the clutch.

Not too bad a job if you have, or you can borrow, a transmission jack.

 

Easier to drop the trans . I dropped 86 Toyota 4x4 trans by my self but had help get it back in.Inspect the flywheel for cracks and uneven ness before putting the clutch on . If its crack bad you may want to replace it happened to me.

 

As cheap as flywheels are I would figure on replacing.

this is not a easy job to someone that has never done one.

No it is not hard in a technical way pretty straight forward .

There should be a few threads on here I Suggest reading them all

We all Have are own tips and tricks to make it seem like a easy job.

Then there are the other things May as well go with New Clutch Hydraulics as well

 

Yes always resurface or replace the flywheel.

 

Don't go cheap on the parts, you don't want to do it twice. Some places I've worked at get those cheap clutch kits, and have to pay me twice when the crappy aftermarket ones don't work right. I finally refused to do them unless they get dealer parts.

 

Seems like after I replace a clutch shortly wind up replacing the slave cylinder. It is cheap enough to replace it while under there. Go with the Aisin. Get or rent a transmission jack. Harbor Freight has them reasonable when I got mine. I have seen trying to rig a regular jack to do the job but it can loose under there.

 

WOW, thanks for all the input & info! I am amazed @ the response. I have the mech. aptitude- been working on cars since 1962- yes I'm an old fart, but can be taught new tricks. would not have thought about replacing slave cyl. & will price out clutch parts. any suggestions other than Toyota ?
Thanks again, & "may the force be with you"

 

Ebay offers good prices on high quality Aisin Japanese made clutch kits.

Here is the cheapest I could find with a quick search:

You might check Amazon as well.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Aisin-CKT016-New-Clutch-Kit-/330991149407?pt=Motors_Car_Truck_Parts_Accessories&hash=item4d109c215f&vxp=mtr

 

I just replaced mine in my '87 this past weekend. I replaced the non-turbo clutch and flywheel with a turbo version. Dropped the transmission and transfer case as a unit but found out quickly I wasn't going to get it back in as a unit by myself at 63 years old. One because I'm old and two because the Harbor Freight trans. adapter for my floor jack was not that great. I decided to split the two and replace the seals while I was at it. Ended up using the H.F. trans. adapter without the rails so I had a big flat area to set the transmission and transfer case on. Was fairly easy. You MUST resurface or replace your flywheel to be on the safe side. I bought an Aisin turbo clutch kit for $119 from Rock Auto, which was cheaper than what I saw on eBay, or anywhere else for that matter. The kits have quality bearings too.

 

Here's a short video series I made when I replaced the clutch in my 88 22RE. Not exactly the same process but very, very similar.

 

Just reading this thread and it's where I'm heading too. I have a 96 LC that I have been in slow build mode for a couple years but recently bought a 1992 4Runner for one of my girls to drive to HS and it needs a new clutch so here I am.

Quick Question: I have been perusing the forum looking at various threads, it seems like there are less specific threads and info for the 1992 model year such as for the service manual etc. Am I imagining this or is there something about this specific year?

 

Not that I know of

Then Toyota likes to change things mid production year.

 

Thanks bud. I am an old jeep owner that is slowly converting to Toyota's so I'm re-learing all the fine details of these rigs. Great forum! I have not been out in the wheeling world for several years. Used to spend a lot of time on pirate but this forum seems to have more pointed information. Also on IH8 from time to time about the Cruiser. I usually seem to be able to find what I'm looking for with enough time searching so I don't post much.