"Red Rover"

not a true "build up", but more of making it ready for camping. it will be a slow process, but i intend to get it done before the end of 10-11 winter.

and off to a good start, got myself a camper shell. finally.


to do:
-3.4 swap [in progress, check link for updates]
-lift (t-bars and aal's) [done, bj spacers added later, sas in future]
-autopal headlights [done]
-electric fan [done, broke, uninstalled]
-floor insulation [done]
-roof rack or hitch platform (or both)
-light bar (possibly)
-mustang seats [done]
-electric locker in the rear [done]
-bus bar and aux fuse box [done] - to be revised heavily
-breather extension [done]
-r151f, 2.28 & 4.7 [done]
-sr5 conversion
-sliders
-front bumper
-rear bumper
-tube doors [done]
-dual batteries and relocation [coming soon]
-on board air
-on board 115v ac

and future considerations:
-front e-locker
-drivetrain lift
-tube/utility bed

suggestions welcome



to be continued...

(collection of links)

 

A plan is a good place to start.

 

more pics

i think i might need a new exhaust system...
http://www.flickr.com/photos/ianrab/4997333255/
http://www.flickr.com/photos/ianrab/4997333251/
http://www.flickr.com/photos/ianrab/4997333249/
i know i've posted these before, but here's the interior mods
http://www.flickr.com/photos/ianrab/4803253838/
http://www.flickr.com/photos/ianrab/4803253834/
http://www.flickr.com/photos/ianrab/4803253826/
http://www.flickr.com/photos/ianrab/4803253816/
air conditioning drain extension
http://www.flickr.com/photos/ianrab/4891769346/
http://www.flickr.com/photos/ianrab/4891769350/
http://www.flickr.com/photos/ianrab/4891769352/
'82 supra afm and cold air intake
http://www.flickr.com/photos/ianrab/4914307223/
http://www.flickr.com/photos/ianrab/5011741874/
the reason i haven't done the battery-intake swap yet is i'm not too sure what to do with the air conditioning lines. an intake flex hose would hit the hood
edit: trying out ideas here
http://www.flickr.com/photos/ianrab/5011741888/
sway-bar disconnected. this make the truck ride smoother, and no more (noticeable) body roll. and i have tried
http://www.flickr.com/photos/ianrab/5011769030/i kinda can't re-connect it...
http://www.flickr.com/photos/ianrab/5011741918/
repainted the skid plate
http://www.flickr.com/photos/ianrab/5011769008/
moved my fog lights to the rear, ran 10awg + cables, and wired up a relay. love it
http://www.flickr.com/photos/ianrab/5011769002/
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time for a few glamor shots

http://www.flickr.com/photos/ianrab/5011769022/
http://www.flickr.com/photos/ianrab/5011741910/
http://www.flickr.com/photos/ianrab/5011741904/
http://www.flickr.com/photos/ianrab/4871240749/
http://www.flickr.com/photos/ianrab/4871815030/
http://www.flickr.com/photos/ianrab/5011804318/
http://www.flickr.com/photos/ianrab/5011804308/mini-me!
http://www.flickr.com/photos/ianrab/5011804326/
http://www.flickr.com/photos/ianrab/5011804342/
more to come...

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How did you get the Supra AFM to work? I have an 87 Supra AFM and my truck would not even think about starting with it plugged in. At least I was told it was out of an 87. So I supposed it should work with an 87 V6. I just found your thread about the AFM. I just need to find out how to get one to work on the V6, if it is possible.

Nice looking truck. I have been thinking about a camper setup for the back of mine. I am looking forward to seeing what you do.

 

Judging from your lego mini model, it seems you have plans for SAS, nice!

 

i wi$h

 

the afm for an '82 supra works for the 22r/e/c/t, as long as it has the serial number that ends in something like 43111 (i'm too lazy to look it up). some people take the stock afm circuit out and put it in the non-compatible afm, and it works

edit: it ends in 43110

 

today i ordered some relays from amazon. 10 relays and harnesses for $25, shipped. i plan on using two of them for the alternating marker/turn signal flash, one for each of brake, l & r turn, reverse, and running lights. that leaves me with three, so i can mix the turn and brake signals for the cap's third brake light. the actual light has two bulbs, so i can make them blink/turn on like a ford's brake lights (especially f-_50's) (edit: probably not going to do that)

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what i'm working with as far as camping area


http://www.flickr.com/photos/ianrab/5017078567/
http://www.flickr.com/photos/ianrab/5017078561/
i'll measure the bed today and draw up some floor plans

 

quick floor plans. i love ms paint

http://www.flickr.com/photos/ianrab/5019688648/
http://www.flickr.com/photos/ianrab/5019688652/

 

look what came in the mail today
what could they be???
http://www.flickr.com/photos/ianrab/5022141122/
some relays....
http://www.flickr.com/photos/ianrab/5022141126/
and a fuse block! oh joy!
http://www.flickr.com/photos/ianrab/5022141132/

now to do something with all my new toys!


more this weekend!!!

 

battery/intake swap progress

 

got the relay harness built and in!

love that L-channel
http://www.flickr.com/photos/ianrab/5028067396/
flush-mounted screws
http://www.flickr.com/photos/ianrab/5028067402/
the assembly
http://www.flickr.com/photos/ianrab/5028067404/
and installed (before it's all wired up)
http://www.flickr.com/photos/ianrab/5028067406/
[a few hours elapse...]

ooh, pretty lights!

 

i think i found a design i like for the platform
http://www.flickr.com/photos/ianrab/5039093480/
-easy
-uniform
-adaptable
and, i can sleep diagonally, with a corner-to-corner length of about 76"

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NIce build thread so far man. Im also in the process of making my bed a camping/sleeping platform. I will pay close attention to this thread! Good luck!

 

thanks!

went to the pick-n-pull yesterday, picked up a sweet "new" horn, some heater knobs, and a defroster switch, all for 10 bucks. i got the horn installed today, so pics are coming soon. stay tuned!

 

and don't forget to check out my battery/intake swap progress, hopefully done this weekend

 

Ian, why on earth would you put the relays there? Your asking for big trouble. Put it in the cab or under the hood not under the vehicle behind the rear tire.

James

 

don't worry, it's all part of my grand scheme. i'll eventually cover it up. the past two days have been non-stop rain, and i commute 100 miles a day. no problems. but i like to tuck things away...
it's all good