Liveoffroad's '84 4runner build
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Ya getting a cooling system to fit was the biggest issue with the swap. i ended up using a 3.0 v6 radiator from a '93 4runner. turns out it bolts right in and is quite a bit bigger than the 4 cyl one. i've ran a couple different fan configurations but i finally got it down to a 12" and 7" pusher fan with a 10" puller for an overload. stays nice and cool now. i haven't had any oil pressure issues at all surprisingly but still keep a close eye on the guage when i'm wheelin'...that was/is one of my biggest fears with the 7m motor.
sounds like you got a neat build goin, it'll be a lot of fun to have that turbo on the road. are you having a custom bell-housing made?
sounds like you got a neat build goin, it'll be a lot of fun to have that turbo on the road. are you having a custom bell-housing made?
Did you change your dash gauges? I've heard the 4cyl ones read incorrectly.
I plan on using my W56 with a W58 bellhousing, if that breaks I may try to find a R150F and combine it with the R154 I have.
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yea i try to keep it about 1/2 quart over full when i'm wheelin. i also run full synthetic, it seems to run better with it.
my truck was carb'd originally so i put an sr5 cluster from an '88 v6 in and all the guages work very well. i used the temp sensor from the 4runner and had to run a wire for the tach since it didn't have one originally, but everything else works just fine. i found out later that the tach is actually the same for both the 4 cyl and the v6, there's an adjustment screw on it. i'll be putting up some interior pics here soon, i'm getting ready to do some painting.
sounds like you did your homework on the swap, IMO you should be fine as long as you keep the turbo stock and don't get greedy! my engine is hooked up to my 27 year old G52 trans with about 300k on it and its still running strong!
sounds like you did your homework on the swap, IMO you should be fine as long as you keep the turbo stock and don't get greedy! my engine is hooked up to my 27 year old G52 trans with about 300k on it and its still running strong!
Last edited by liveoffroad; 02-16-2012 at 07:47 AM.
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i've been working on some interior projects lately so here's the update:
installed a rear LED cargo light:
wired in a new switch with constant power so it will work when the truck is parked.
also wired it to the factory switch
works great! it was a pain getting the wires through the topper. sat there with a piece of wire for about an hour and finally got it fed through. I wanted to limit the topper wiring harness to one plug so it can still be easily removed, so i wired in a larger connector to accommodate the new wires.
also installed a new fuse panel in the engine bay with a relay off the ignition. ran the cb and stereo to it. plenty of room to grow!
installed a rear LED cargo light:
wired in a new switch with constant power so it will work when the truck is parked.
also wired it to the factory switch
works great! it was a pain getting the wires through the topper. sat there with a piece of wire for about an hour and finally got it fed through. I wanted to limit the topper wiring harness to one plug so it can still be easily removed, so i wired in a larger connector to accommodate the new wires.
also installed a new fuse panel in the engine bay with a relay off the ignition. ran the cb and stereo to it. plenty of room to grow!
Last edited by liveoffroad; 02-20-2012 at 01:33 PM.
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looking real good with the 35's . I have a question about your ruf hybrid set up in your build you had said you cut 1" off. could you explane .was that off what? the axle. Thanks.
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I got a dropped drag link for free from a friend so i was finally able to move my front axle forward. I cut about 1" off of each end and that gave me enough adjustment to put the rear-up-front hybrid packs that i've had sitting in my garage. it raised the front another 2" or so and moved my axle about 2.5" forward from stock.
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I got a dropped drag link for free from a friend so i was finally able to move my front axle forward. I cut about 1" off of each end and that gave me enough adjustment to put the rear-up-front hybrid packs that i've had sitting in my garage. it raised the front another 2" or so and moved my axle about 2.5" forward from stock.
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looking real good with the 35's . I have a question about your ruf hybrid set up in your build you had said you cut 1" off. could you explane .was that off what? the axle. Thanks.
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I got a dropped drag link for free from a friend so i was finally able to move my front axle forward. I cut about 1" off of each end and that gave me enough adjustment to put the rear-up-front hybrid packs that i've had sitting in my garage. it raised the front another 2" or so and moved my axle about 2.5" forward from stock.
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I got a dropped drag link for free from a friend so i was finally able to move my front axle forward. I cut about 1" off of each end and that gave me enough adjustment to put the rear-up-front hybrid packs that i've had sitting in my garage. it raised the front another 2" or so and moved my axle about 2.5" forward from stock.
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thanks! i appreciate that
yea it keeps the wiring simple. I stole the idea from a friend
yea it keeps the wiring simple. I stole the idea from a friend
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here's my solution to not having a cup holder, its kinda crude but works great.
its removable so i can still use the trey if i need to. i glued several pieces of wood together with different sized holes drilled in them. then i sanded it down to give a nice taper. holds a pop can or a coffee mug tight!
its removable so i can still use the trey if i need to. i glued several pieces of wood together with different sized holes drilled in them. then i sanded it down to give a nice taper. holds a pop can or a coffee mug tight!
Last edited by liveoffroad; 07-10-2012 at 08:26 AM.
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Did you make it to last year's Colorado Toyota Jamboree? I guess I missed seeing ya there. Sorry about that. Keep July 20-22nd open this summer, those are the dates for this year's Jambo! More details will be posted soon!
Nice 4Runner, I love my 84 as well
Nice 4Runner, I love my 84 as well
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Problems
My interior work has been put on hold for a few weeks now due to some electrical issues. Came out one day to find my battery dead, and after a new alternator (under warranty) and battery (was 3 yrs old) i finally discovered a 5mA draw through the AM2 fuse. took me a coulpe days worth of frustration and wiring diagrams to trace it to the ECU (3mA) and the Alternator (2 mA). anyone know if either of these is normal? on the bright side, i've located the problem so now comes the easy part....
Last edited by liveoffroad; 03-08-2012 at 07:14 AM.
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Step 1. buld the truck
step 2. have fun with it.
unfortunately i took step 2 a little 2 far....
attempted a hill climb on loose dirt with walls on both sides, got a little sideways, lost traction and over she went.
The cab was 2" out of square. so it needed a little redneck innovation...
minus a few hundred bucks in new glass, and a couple dents she made a full recovery. Guess i learned that lesson the hard way
step 2. have fun with it.
unfortunately i took step 2 a little 2 far....
attempted a hill climb on loose dirt with walls on both sides, got a little sideways, lost traction and over she went.
The cab was 2" out of square. so it needed a little redneck innovation...
minus a few hundred bucks in new glass, and a couple dents she made a full recovery. Guess i learned that lesson the hard way
Last edited by liveoffroad; 03-19-2012 at 10:11 AM.
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thanks... i'm glad it turned out as well as it did.
i posted on your for sale thread, not sure if your interested in shipping it.....
i posted on your for sale thread, not sure if your interested in shipping it.....
Last edited by liveoffroad; 04-10-2012 at 07:42 AM.
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Good to hear! I hate tracking down those little issues and electrical problems.
Opps, glad it wasn't too bad. The after pics look pretty good, nice work getting it back to square.
Opps, glad it wasn't too bad. The after pics look pretty good, nice work getting it back to square.