My wife and i just bought an 85 4runner in original condition. I would like to remove the top but it has never been removed and i don't want to tear the seal. any advice on how to go about this. i have a neighbor that suggested silicon spray and letting it soak in. thanks eric

 

Welcome to Yotatech

FSM
www.ncttora.com/FSM
Shows how to remove it

I seriously doubt it will tear.

:wabbit2:

 

I never had any trouble with the seal on mine, it is pretty tough. Silicone might help if you find it sticking when you slowly raise the top. But if it is stuck to the bed rail, it'll probably just pull loose from the shell (just some adhesive there):
- http://www.4crawler.com/4x4/4R_TechI...tml#TopRemoval

 

You got any pics of that 4runner? Welcome to yotatech.

 

thanks for the advice and quick response. we are just getting into the 4runner and new to the forum and hope to post some pics of our build as we move along. thanks again eric

 

ok i got another issue. i'm going to be changing my valve springs but i dont want to remove the head. my plan is to remove the rocker assembly re install the head bolts with spacers so i can turn the engine over without breaking the head seal. change the springs and put it back together. any tips? thanks eric