Ajohnson85's '87 build

[ajohnson]

 

[ajohnson]

Got the old header out and realized I need a stud kit. Also ordered a rear main seal, shifter fork boot, socket and cup.

Here is the intake I pieced together

 

[KidVermicious]

I looked under the valve cover today. Oil leaks out of the timing cover where it meets the head. Well, I am missing the "bolt under the oil puddle". I don't even have an oil puddle there. Does anyone know what size bolt I need?

Also need to replace the PCV valve grommet.

It's a 14mm head if memory serves, but I don't remember the pitch. Just rob the bolt from your other truck. :happy:

Nice header!

 

[ajohnson]

It's a 14mm head if memory serves, but I don't remember the pitch. Just rob the bolt from your other truck. :happy:

Nice header!

My other truck leaks in the same spot so I assume it is missing too. Never noticed it under the oil. Anyway it is an M8x50, I think 1.25 thread pitch, I just need to go get one.

 

[ajohnson]

Well that damn bolt is broken off inside the timing cover. I can see where sealant was applied to prevent the leak but it just doesn't work. Started taking everything off to pull the cover until a storm came.

 

[KidVermicious]

Well that damn bolt is broken off inside the timing cover. I can see where sealant was applied to prevent the leak but it just doesn't work.

Don't you love cleaning up after the PO? I wonder what other jackholery you'll run into.

 

[ajohnson]

Don't you love cleaning up after the PO? I wonder what other jackholery you'll run into.

Yes it has been so fun with both of my runners!

I am nervous what I will find as I keep digging, I have already found a few other ****ups. I can't blame the PO though. Obviously the shop that built this motor should find a new line of work. I have the paperwork for it.

 

[Scalded_Dawg]

Every 4Runner build should have beer included... Nice work!
That is a really nice battery box, I'll have to check them out for a second battery located in the back.

How's the front axle coming?

 

[ajohnson]

Every 4Runner build should have beer included... Nice work!
That is a really nice battery box, I'll have to check them out for a second battery located in the back.

How's the front axle coming?

Damn straight, cold beer to keep me calm while I curse PO's, lol.

The front axle is built under the '85. Need to finish cleaning this frame and weld up the hangers and frame plates etc. I'm going to focus on the motor for now, take a break from grinding.

 

[ajohnson]

I can't believe someone did this, especially a "professional" shop.

Everything else looks good, so I'll just clean everything up, get a new cover and put it back together.

 

[SV_Dude]

Not sure if it was mentioned already but while you're in there you should look into replacing the tensioner and swap the guides with a steel backed guide. It's cheap insurance and well worth doing.

 

[ajohnson]

Thanks I was planning on ordering those :cheers:

 

[ajohnson]

This should keep me busy this week

And for the taco fans, the blue one is getting SACed, it's ARB front diff went in the white one, and I scored some 4wd conversion parts for my prerunner

 

[ajohnson]

297k miles on this W56. Haven't looked at the clutch yet. Advice on what I should inspect and replace? I have a new fork boot, shifter socket and cup.

 

[ajohnson]

I'll atleast replace the pilot bearing...

 

[KidVermicious]

I'll atleast replace the pilot bearing...

Naw, that looks fine.

 

[ajohnson]

Naw, that looks fine.

I think so too, but just to be safe yah know?

 

[KidVermicious]

Well, save that one for a spare then.

 

[ajohnson]

Good call

 

[ajohnson]