COB's 87 4Runner Turbo

[ChildrenOfBodom]

Day 1 - May 17, 2012<br><br>I went to the junkyard. Someone forgot a nice Craftsman pry bar in a  truck, too, so I scored on that. <br><br>An impound  yard owner was dropping off a 1st gen 4Runner with 3rd gen 5 stars. I thought I'd come back for the wheels when the truck hit the yard. After loading up my truck, I pulled around the lot to the driver and asked him a few questions.<br><br>They were leaving that 4Runner there for $800. Some specs: 1987 4Runner 4x4 TURBO. Has 264k, sitting since 2009 for unknown reasons of mechanical failure.<br><br>I could NOT let them crush that thing. It was too pretty. The owner of the impound lot offered the truck to me for $900.<br><br><br><br><br>Stopped by U-Haul, gathered the money, and headed back.<br>4ded946b by cobblewagen, on Flickr<br><br>At the impound lot.<br>A1E9D0F0-AF20-4D99-8595-F21BD08A4523-24010-00000E064A164D2E_ by cobblewagen, on Flickr<br>C92B2557-2A12-48A0-8856-0506629FFCD0-24010-00000E06A74F6770_ by cobblewagen, on Flickr<br><br>On the drive home, at my work. Stopped in to wash it up.<br>0d699c09 by cobblewagen, on Flickr<br>4ecc524f by cobblewagen, on Flickr<br>b13fef8d by cobblewagen, on Flickr<br>33f63f4f by cobblewagen, on Flickr<br>6ace7116 by cobblewagen, on Flickr<br>7b22bb27 by cobblewagen, on Flickr<br><br>e4723b0c by cobblewagen, on Flickr<br>8de3fbdd by cobblewagen, on Flickr<br><br><br>COB webs.<br>57de0210 by cobblewagen, on Flickr<br><br><br>After purchasing, I swung by driffter33's house. He pointed out that the  starter was not fully secured. One of the steering column nuts from the my donor  3rd gen and we had this thing cranking. Added 2 gallons of 91 octane  (mixed with whatever crap has been in there for who knows how long) and  I'll see what it'll take to get this thing running. I do think it has  the ability to run without any real reconditioning.<br><br>I'll have to get some better pics later, I haven't taken any daytime photos yet.<br><br>dbc83978 by cobblewagen, on Flickr

 

[ChildrenOfBodom]

Welcome to ChildrenOfBodom's 1987 4Runner Turbo Build Thread.

This is not a wheeler build. This is a classic Toyota restoration project, with a Supra turbo.

This truck was left sitting for 6 years. At 264k, it was no longer useful to the owner and sent to the junkyard.
I was at the junkyard when it was towed in. I bought the truck for $900 before the wheels could touch the ground.



Be sure to check out my other rig. It started out as a 1999 4Runner base model, with 4 cylinder engine, automatic transmission, and two wheel drive.
Today, the same 4Runner is an SR5 Highlander Edition lookalike, with TRD supercharger, 5 speed manual R150F transmission, and four wheel drive.
1999 4Runner - COB's 4Runner Timeline

2012

Links:
My YouTube Videos
Why You Should Avoid Purchasing MagnaFlow Products

Other Rides:
COB's 99 4Runner 5-Speed 4WD
COB's '89 Supra Turbo - Toyota 4Runner Forum - Largest 4Runner Forum
http://www.toyota-4runner.org/3rd-gen-t4rs/153647-cobs-99-limited-2wd.html
COB's 01 Ford Mustang GT



For Chapter Selection, please continue scrolling beyond the modification list.

Basic information:

1987 Toyota 4Runner Turbo SR5, Purchased at 264,584 miles
2.4L 22R-TE 4 Cylinder
CT-26 Turbocharger
W56 Manual Transmission Swap
Rebuilt AISIN Manual Hubs
4.10 Turbo/V6 Rear Diff
Digital Gauge Cluster
100% Original Straight Body

General List of Modifications:
This list of modifications includes many replaced or maintenance items, as this is documentation of a restoration.

ENGINE, AIR/FUEL, FORCED INDUCTION
261 Camshaft
ARP Head Studs
Pistons .020 Over, Crank .010 Under
CT-26 Supra Turbo, Clocked for 22R-TE
Stainless Steel Braided Oil Drain and Feed Lines
Earl's Performance Hose Fittings
Driftmotion CT-26 Oil Flange
LC Engineering 22R-TE Oil Drain Flange
Manual Transmission Throttle Body with Dashpot
Teflon Intake Manifold and Throttle Body Isolator Gaskets
NGK Spark Plugs and Wires
K&N Air Filter
Aluminum Radiator
Coolflex Lower Radiator Hose

ENGINE DIAGNOSTICS
Mosk 3-Pillar Gauge Pod (TruckPillars.com)
Innovate MTX-L Wideband
Autometer Boost Gauge
Autometer Water Temp Gauge

EXHAUST
22R-TE Manifold, slotted for CT-26
MLS Turbo Gaskets
LIPP CT26 Fishmouth Outlet Flange, 3/8"
2.75" Downpipe - 2.5" Flexpipe
LC Engineering Oxygen Sensor Flange
Bosch Oxygen Sensor Flange
Denso Narrowband O2 Sensor
Bosch Wideband O2 Sensor
Jardine 2.5" diameter 14" length muffler
TRD Exhaust Tip

DRIVETRAIN
A340 Auto to W56 Manual Transmission Swap
OEM Flywheel, Sachs Clutch, and Trans Mount
OEM Clutch Master, Slave, and Hardline
5-Speed Rear Driveshaft
Marlin Crawler Shifter Socket and Ball Bushings
OEM Shifter Retainer Gaskets
OEM Rubber Shift Lever and Fork Boots

BRAKES/HUBS
S13WB Front Brake Calipers (Red)
1 1/16" Bore Master Cylinder
Powerstop Drilled and Slotted Rotors
Powerstop Ceramic Brake Pads
Timken Wheel Bearings/Races
Painted AISIN Hub Dials

SUSPENSION
ZUK Mod - 3rd Gen 4x4 Springs
Monroe Sensatrac Shocks
Monroe Steering Stabilizer
Duralast FA040 Idler Arm
4Crawler Bronze Idler Arm Bushings
Energy Suspension Polyurethane Sway Bar Bushings

WHEEL/TIRE
Set #1
4Runner SR5 16" 5 Stars
T100 Center Caps, Front Cut for Manual Hubs
265/70/16 Definity Dakota A/T
Set #2
15" American Racing Outlaw II
33x12.50/15 BF Goodrich Mud Terrain KM1

EXTERIOR STYLING
Solar 90 Bikini Top with Straps
Toyota Tow Hitch Cover

EXTERIOR PAINT WORK
SEM Trim Black
OEM Hardtop
Front Bumper Filler
Side Mirrors
Bumper End Caps
Wiper Arms
Other
Wheels - Duplicolor Silver Wheel Paint
Calipers - VHT Red Caliper Paint
Locking Hub Dials - VHT Red Caliper Paint
Locking Hub Dial Surround - Duplicolor Black Engine Enamel

EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Sylvania Headlights
Clear Marker Lenses
Clear Turn Signals
Tail Lights with Clear Signals

INTERIOR STYLING/REPLACEMENTS
Grant GT Signature Series Steering Wheel
Grant Steering Wheel Adapter 3953
Grant 2" Steering Wheel Spacer GRT-4000
Black Rubber Floor Mats
2nd Gen 4Runner Seats
Black Seat Covers
Black Dash Designs Dash Cover
Black Leather Shifter Boot
Rear View Mirror + Broadway 240mm Mirror
SR5 Center Console (No Rear Heat)
Dome Light Cover
Climate Control Bezel
Rear Cargo Panels


INTERIOR PAINT WORK
SEM Color Coat Landau Black
Center Console
Transmission Shifter Trim
Steering Column Cover
Rear Cargo Panels
Rear View Mirror
Cargo Area Trim
Ash Tray
B-Pillar/Seatbelt Trim
Seat Plastic and Handles
Glovebox Knob

ELECTRICAL
Kirkland Battery
1/0 Gauge Battery Cables
1/0 Gauge Ground Straps
89661-35050 22R-TE ECU

SOUND SYSTEM
Alpine CDA-9884 Head Unit
iPod Cable


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[steezemcqueen]

You deserve a medal for rescuing that 1st gen. I'm making you one.

 

[rickashay]

Wow COB, SICK score with the 1st gen 4Runner. I hope to see it SAS'd on 37's by this time next year.... hahaha

 

[SCRunner12]

I'm so extremely jealous right now. I have been wanting a 1st gen since 05 when my 1st gen was totaled. Looks like you have quite a few projects on your hands.

Also, I will be in Thousand Oaks June 8-12 and it'd be awesome to meet up on Sunday if you have time. Hoping to meet some of the SoCal guys.

 

[4ever4running]

Hey COB :flipoff:. Just kidding man, I really am jealous though...You are so lucky to find suck a clean 1st gen like that for only $900. I would love to be able to find a project truck like that...Good luck getting her going again!

 

[Rod]

Great find!! I'm never that lucky when looking for parts. I'm sure it will be a nice truck when you are done. I look forward to the build up.

 

[Dirtco]

Wow COB, SICK score with the 1st gen 4Runner. I hope to see it SAS'd on 37's by this time next year.... hahaha

x2!!! Sweet find!

It actually makes me a little sad that I sold my old Turbo 4Runner!

Here's a link to my Turbo 4Runner build thread; I go over a lot of the Turbo specific problems, issue's, and modifications in that build thread. You can also PM me if you have any specific questions, I don't know for sure if I'll be able to answer it but I'll try.

DIRTCO's 1986 4Runner Build-Up Thread - YotaTech Forums

 

[ChildrenOfBodom]

You deserve a medal for rescuing that 1st gen. I'm making you one.

I'VE ALWAYS WANTED A MEDAL. It's going on the rear view mirror. All praise thee, Dylan.

Wow COB, SICK score with the 1st gen 4Runner. I hope to see it SAS'd on 37's by this time next year.... hahaha

Ohhh man, don't give me too many ideas... I'm already pretty broke haha

SAS'd on 37's... :jump:

I'm so extremely jealous right now. I have been wanting a 1st gen since 05 when my 1st gen was totaled. Looks like you have quite a few projects on your hands.

Also, I will be in Thousand Oaks June 8-12 and it'd be awesome to meet up on Sunday if you have time. Hoping to meet some of the SoCal guys.

I just love how you progressed through every generation. 1st gens are definitely cool trail rigs!

Yes, lets get a group together! I work on weekends unfortunately. Typing this from work right now (my main T4R time haha).

I can try to get that day switched. It's still early enough that we might be able to make a fun run if you're heading down with the 4Runner. My 4Runner has some issues that I'd like to address before doing anything crazy, but I'm still down for something moderately difficult.

Hey COB :flipoff:. Just kidding man, I really am jealous though...You are so lucky to find such a clean 1st gen like that for only $900. I would love to be able to find a project truck like that...Good luck getting her going again!

Thank you. It's looking great so far, needs a lot of TLC and a head gasket. I'm sure the time will come around someday that you'll find just the project you're looking for, when you least expect it.

Great find!! I'm never that lucky when looking for parts. I'm sure it will be a nice truck when you are done. I look forward to the build up.

Thank you! I'll do my best to keep you (and the rest of us T4R guys) updated with lots of pics.

x2!!! Sweet find!

It actually makes me a little sad that I sold my old Turbo 4Runner!

Here's a link to my Turbo 4Runner build thread; I go over a lot of the Turbo specific problems, issue's, and modifications in that build thread. You can also PM me if you have any specific questions, I don't know for sure if I'll be able to answer it but I'll try.

DIRTCO's 1986 4Runner Build-Up Thread - YotaTech Forums

Man, I had to buy a new keyboard after reading your 3rd gen build thread. So much drool.

Just went through your 1st gen build and now I've gotta change my pants and get some paper towels...

I appreciate the offer to help, I will certainly keep you in mind when I need something answered, if your build thread doesn't answer them already! haha.

I would imagine you have lots of extra parts, too. I sure wish I could pull of the metal fab work you can. If you're at all interested in making some sweet 1st gen parts, you know I'd want some. I don't even know where to start once it's running.







Check out the latest TurboRunner update! http://www.toyota-4runner.org/classic-t4rs/118960-cobs-87-4runner-turbo.html#post1108546

 

[fightman80]

SWEET! I thought I'd pull a C.O.B yesterday, and inquire about a Red 1st Gen I've seen sitting in a Plant Nursery parking lot since the winter. Talked to a family member of the owner, who advised that it really wasn't for sale, but if someone were to give them $3000 - $4000, they'd let it go! I was like, FOGETABOUTIT! LOL! The family member agreed that it was drastically over priced, so we just laughed it off.

I'm gonna keep my eye on it, as it's in decent shape, just needs some minor body work. The Undercarriage looks like mine, all greasy and oiled up, which is a plus around here!

Good luck with the build up C.O.B! It will be a fun little project for you!

 

[JadatheRottweiler]

if that red interior doesn't get some ladies...i don't know what else will


1st gen 4runner is dope!! I wonder what your pops thought when he saw you pull in with another car HAHAHAHAH

do you still have the 3rd gen too? what happened to the pick up truck in the garage i know you cleared it out but where did it go?

James- its time to quit school and start thinking about making a career out of this. You are def skilled and passionate.

PS. the ghetto in the ghetto picture is funny although, although MV is far from it!!

 

[Dirtco]

Make sure you check the front timing chain cover for wear. The plastic timing chain guides like to break and the chain will wear on the d/s of the cover, there is a coolant passage right in that spot and it will leak the coolant into the oil. You'll end up with some taste chocolate milk!

If the chain has made any contact with the cover I would replace it, it's also a good idea to buy the steel backed timing chain guides while your in there.

 

[bak3rme]

this gunna get interesting...

 

[4-Ripcord]

So many projects! Can't keep up!

 

[SJC]

Good way of spending my sunday afternoon reading 62 pages of your build thread!

You deffff need a medal for saving that classic turbo :cheers:

 

[SCRunner12]

I just love how you progressed through every generation. 1st gens are definitely cool trail rigs!

Yes, lets get a group together! I work on weekends unfortunately. Typing this from work right now (my main T4R time haha).

I can try to get that day switched. It's still early enough that we might be able to make a fun run if you're heading down with the 4Runner. My 4Runner has some issues that I'd like to address before doing anything crazy, but I'm still down for something moderately difficult.

Well I'm there till Tuesday so we could do Monday. I just figured Sunday since more people are off, but it seems like no one is too interested in a run that day. Let me know what works as my schedule is pretty flexible. Watch that 1st gen though, I may steal it...:bat:

 

[4Runner8]

congrats on the 1st gen man. good luck!

 

[T4R2014]

Extremely jealous. Its even the turbo! I'm loving that "pimp red" interior option from Toyota. You should restore it, I don't see many 1st gen builds like that. Do you still have the Merc?

 

[The97Runner]

Just when i think it cant get any better it does...

 

[4Running Daily]

Update on the first gen?