FS/FT, Built 1st Gen (85) 4Runner, TEXAS

[DangerRanger]

I go back and forth on selling/trading this rig, but being that I have a 3rd kid on the way, something larger and/or 4 doors would be very useful for my outings with my wife and 3 boys.

1985 4runner - Purchased in 2009 w/ 217k on the clock. I have been DDing it since 2012. It has taken me back and forth across Texas (Houston to Big Bend) 5 times, without a single problem. I daily drive it to/from work and pickup kids; 10 miles a day. This truck really enjoys cruising on the highway (65-70 is the sweet spot for the 22re) or in it's element cruising trails in double low.

Engine:
- Factory 22re that I rebuilt back in 2011 (~18k on the rebuild, going strong).
- EngnBldr rebuild kit; new bearings, pistons, rings, timing kit, gaskets, etc.
- Block was hot tanked and new freeze plugs installed
- Head inspected and new valve seals and timing adjust screws installed.
- Injectors rebuilt/tested by witchhunter
- GM alternator swap
- Intake moved up toward the firewall
- AC works, but needs to be recharged every spring to keep it going for the remainder of the year.
- Mechanical Oil Pressure Gauge in the cab to monitor the rebuilt 22re.
- Proportioning Valve installed at the master cylinder.
- New radiator installed 4 years ago

Front Axle:
- Stock housing w/ gussets carefully welded (knuckle supports and main housing) and diff armor
- Bilstein 5100 shocks w/ DOM tube shock mounts
- 4.88 Gears
- Rebuilt knuckles w/ KOYO hub/trunion bearings
- TG Chromo Birfs
- Longfield Chromo Hub gears
- IFS hub bodies w/ IFS calipers/rotors
- TG High Steer, rebuilt IFS steering box 3 years ago to resolve a leak
- Steering Dampener

Rear Axle:
- 1986 (wider) housing w/ 1986 stock axles
- Davez offroad shock mount w/ Bilstein 5100 shocks
- 4.88 Gears
- Rotated pinion (new perches) up for rear CV driveshaft
- E locker; that has been converted to run on air
- Custom Disc Brakes w/ e brake integrated (Ford Calipers, w/ Toyota Rotors)

Trans/Tcase:
- Trans (W56 5 Spd Manual) has been rebuilt by the PO, shifts smooth, and had redline synthetic since Day 1
- TG Doubler Kit
- Stock 2.28 gearing in both the doubler and t-case
- Twin Stick
- Front long travel square driveshaft
- Rear heavy walled driveshaft w/ 85' front CV joint at tcase
- Sky Manufacturing Skid Plate

Interior:
- 98' 4Runner Front and Rear Seats (Tan) w/ Grey CoverCraft Canvas seat covers. Seats themselves were in good condition, I just wanted seat covers to avoid getting them dirty.
- JVC Deck w/ new front speakers. Have rear speakers I need to install
- Dual USB outlet
- Installed new black carpet in the passenger area 2 years ago.
- Rear seat has shoulder belts from a 98' 4runner.
- Rear window switches have been moved to stereo area since I got rid of the center console for the dual install.
- Interior door and side panels were replaced w/ Black ABS sheet
- Rear LED light added to cargo area.

Misc:
- Davez offroad lift kit (~3"). Springs ride amazing, and flex/perform excellent offroad.
- ALL rust has been repaired; cut out the rust in the rear 1/4 panels and replaced with new metal and a 1/4" rod for strength. Windshield was pulled and all rust repaired with new metal and painted before new windshield installed.
- Raptor Lined interior and exterior - BLACK
- Headlights were converted to RoundEyes units w/ H4s
- Custom Front/Rear Bumpers, I built from 1.75 OD 120 wall DOM tubing.
- Warn Winch; recently rebuilt and added a wireless remote.
- 24" LED light bar up front
- 100% duty cycle OBA; compressor mounted in front and tank in the rear.
- 35x12.50R15 Cooper Discoverer Tires ~ 7k on the tires, still very new.

Extras:
- 99' Tacoma 3RZ: 300k on the clock, but confirmed it was running prior to being pulled. I've got the complete assembled engine, W59 bell housing, and the entire truck Harness/ECU. This is a very common upgrade from the 22re, since it's 4cyl w/ +50 horse/torque, more fuel efficient, and happy to sit in the high revs. Install is also very simple, as the engine will mount to the W56 trans w/ the bell housing. Marlin has a lot of good info on this swap.
- Spare set of Stock Birfs
- Incomplete (but will be done soon) half door set
- Rock sliders: built by me out of the same tube as the bumpers. Haven't been welded onto the frame, but will be done soon - Expected to weld these in tomorrow!
- E-locker; complete minus the motor. New bearings in boxes, and solid sleeve. This would be used for the front (to match the rear), once I converted it to air.
- Bikini top kit for the summer

Asking $12,000, as I have far more (than I would care to admit) invested. I would consider a trade for a 80/100 series cruiser, 3rd/4th gen 4runner, or a Double-Cab Tacoma. Semi-built, the better. Located in Houston, TX but travel to NM often enough that I could drive this rig somewhere near there.

I'll get some more detailed photos up here this weekend.

 

[EPatt]

Beautiful truck. I wish I had one that I could trade on, alas mine isn't in the ballpark of 12k. GLWS and wish you were closer.

 

[DangerRanger]

Beautiful truck. I wish I had one that I could trade on, alas mine isn't in the ballpark of 12k. GLWS and wish you were closer.

Thanks man! I would really hate to see this rig go, but getting kids in and out w/ carseats is a pain, and my oldest is showing some interest finally in coming along with me on my adventures. 4 Doors would just make that all easier.

I'd be interested in trading for a clean rig plus some cash.. or possibly keep the 3rz,elocker chunk, and winch and such to bring my price down a bit.

 

[EPatt]

Thanks man! I would really hate to see this rig go, but getting kids in and out w/ carseats is a pain, and my oldest is showing some interest finally in coming along with me on my adventures. 4 Doors would just make that all easier.

I'd be interested in trading for a clean rig plus some cash.. or possibly keep the 3rz,elocker chunk, and winch and such to bring my price down a bit.

Yea I only have about $1000 that I can put with mine right now.

 

[DangerRanger]

Finally got a few minutes to spare to take some photos of the rig:

I've had a bit more time to think of what I want to do with this rig. I am willing to negotiate down my price by taking out items from the deal (3rz, sliders, e-locker, etc.). Just hit me up if you have questions.

 

[DangerRanger]

While I have pretty much decided to keep the truck and keep on keeping on.. I would like to to try and throw out one last attempt at selling. I had a kid recently, so this truck has pretty much been in the garage for the last few months; while I drive the other two vehicles we own around.

Since my last post:

- I installed a volvo electric fan (made a shroud, and wired up using volvo relays using an in-line temp switch)
- I change out the rear dual cardan joints and ball.. shaft is still on the bench just need to put in new joints and ball. Replacing these only because I had never changed these when I built the heavy wall shaft, and with the extras sitting around in my toolbox and a planned trip later this year, why not.
- Replaced the tcase rear output shaft bearing ($60 from the dealer) for good measure, since I couldn't tell what normal output play was/is expected. Turns out it was perfectly fine, and I have the original as a spare.

$10K OBO is the new price.. for now... and that would be without the 3rz since I may have another project for it. With the 3rd kid floating around my garage, part of me really wants a damn 80/100 series cruiser.

 

[broken wrench]

Bump for a reliable and well built rig.

 

[PWD4R]

Ironically, I own a 4Runner and a Corolla too haha. But this is a super cool rig. I hope someone bites because this will last another 200k without issues since you rebuilt almost any essential component. Clean build and sincerely best of luck. congrats on your new son


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