Our '87 4R SR5 Honduras Coffee/Missions Rig Build...

[RAD4Runner]

No spacers right now. Was advised a lot that it's not a good idea. If I can go up 2" with the bars I'd be happy I think.

+1

That 2" is from cranking the t bars which will result in less travel and a stiffer ride.
Adding BJ spacers would have given you the 2" while keeping the travel.

The OME upgrade to the hilux/4Runner that Daniel got is a properly-engineered system; Ruined Adventures and Defrag (Home on the Highway) have put them through the paces.

The OME torsion bars when properly set up per OME specs/procedures will already give 2-inch lift with respect to stock; same way that the OME leafs yielded the 2-inch lift w.r.t. stock in the rear. The TB needs to be cranked properly; Not enough crank may lead to too much up-travel that could affect the ball-joints.

When I have the budget for the OME setup AND 31-inch tires, Id like to replace my Zuk with that.

 

[papawhellie]

I have a totaled 88 I might could help with on your parts. It rolled and the front right took a beating. Don't know what might be usable but pictures of what you need and direction I will look. Cheap or trade its brackets, stuff like that.

http://www.toyota-4runner.org/classic-t4rs/151798-1988-wrecked-4-runner-parts.html

The big ugly picture. Motor runs great in mine!

 

[Adventure Copan]

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The OME upgrade to the hilux/4Runner that Daniel got is a properly-engineered system; Ruined Adventures and Defrag (Home on the Highway) have put them through the paces.



The OME torsion bars when properly set up per OME specs/procedures will already give 2-inch lift with respect to stock; same way that the OME leafs yielded the 2-inch lift w.r.t. stock in the rear. The TB needs to be cranked properly; Not enough crank may lead to too much up-travel that could affect the ball-joints.



When I have the budget for the OME setup AND 31-inch tires, Id like to replace my Zuk with that.

I followed Ruined Adventures and there a very cool couple. I'm thinking of kinda splitting the difference on the lift. Maybe 1.5" spacers with upper and lower greasable ball joints. Then 1/2" torsion bars. Thoughts anyone? Thanks!

-Daniel Kent

 

[Adventure Copan]

Sorry about your loss papawhellie. I did respond to your thread.

 

[Adventure Copan]

MERRY CHRISTMAS!!! -Daniel & Family

For unto us a Child is born, Unto us a Son is given; And the government will be upon His shoulder. And His name will be called Wonderful, Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. (Isaiah 9:6 NKJV)

 

[Adventure Copan]

 

[Adventure Copan]

The bumpers finally came in! Well first impressions good on the bumpers, then I saw several frustrating mess ups.

The blinker cuts outs they did for me look pretty oversized and the plasma cuts are uneven and look hand done. Really disappointed there. The rear bumper has a 7 prong trailer plug hole cut in it even though I specifically asked for there not to be one.

There is no instructions so I'm hoping they have something or I'm gonna be winging it. Other than that I'm pleased to see that that everything seems stout.

The parts say 86 4R and mines a 87, so hoping that's not an issue. The winch section is also designed for a synthetic rope, but the pics showed steel cable setup. So guess I may have to change that out, joy.

The pricing wasn't outrageous, but not cheap either so I expected better. Oh well, yet another vender to disappoint me I guess.

-Daniel Kent

 

[javendan]

Sorry to hear about your bumper... hopefully, it'll come out nice after you get it welded up.

Pics when you get it setup!

Joel

 

[Adventure Copan]

Sorry to hear about your bumper... hopefully, it'll come out nice after you get it welded up.



Pics when you get it setup!



Joel

Thanks. I'm sure it will look decent once it's all together. I also just looked on there site and apparently they made changes to their design cause the stuff they sent me doesn't match. Great...

 

[9494runner]

yeah alittle bit of searching and they are known to be very shady. not ending correct orders, not filling orders, poor quality. ): im sorry i hope you can make it work!

 

[Adventure Copan]

I'm sure it'll work out. Just gotta move forward.

 

[Adventure Copan]

Finally some good news! My top finally came in and so far everything looks good. This is the first new style KTT Killer Toy Tops has came out with. Internal style metal cage with canvas top. One small bent pin so far, but I'm confident it will be reconciled.

 

[fo' runnin']

I'm sure it'll work out. Just gotta move forward.

Best attitude to have, man! I have to tell myself this all the time because every time I fix something on my rig something else breaks! lol

 

[javendan]

Finally some good news! My top finally came in and so far everything looks good. This is the first new style KTT Killer Toy Tops has came out with. Internal style metal cage with canvas top. One small bent pin so far, but I'm confident it will be reconciled.

awesome, get it on there and share the pics!

i have a softtopper that is pretty basic in comparison but i really like.

might be swapping it in shortly as it warms up a bit.

joel

 

[Adventure Copan]

Thanks guys!

Unpacked and everything is looking great, hoping to install in a few days. Fingers crossed I find the time!

 

[Adventure Copan]

Top off, bar out...I was told the top has never been removed. Not sure if that's true. Going for a quick ride with my boy to HD!

 

[papawhellie]

NICE Been chilly here too. We are supposed to get the sunshine you enjoyed today tomorrow for a extended run for a change. I'd be interested in some of those gray cover plates if you have extra. I have some red ones I scammed if any readers are interested. Is your soft top permanent, semi permanent or undetermined? Can you post a model number on the console you purchased? I replied on the wrecked one as well. I'm delinquent about checking that thread often. :sorry:

 

[flagbasher]

That first topless ride is awesome, isn't it?

 

[Adventure Copan]

NICE Been chilly here too. We are supposed to get the sunshine you enjoyed today tomorrow for a extended run for a change. I'd be interested in some of those gray cover plates if you have extra. I have some red ones I scammed if any readers are interested. Is your soft top permanent, semi permanent or undetermined? Can you post a model number on the console you purchased? I replied on the wrecked one as well. I'm delinquent about checking that thread often. :sorry:

The warmth has been nice! I'd sell the tabs as I'm going soft top permanently. However I don't know what they're worth. The center console was the 8" wide one and I'm still working on getting it installed as you have to get a little creative. No worries on the late response, I'm still looking over all my options. Thx!

That first topless ride is awesome, isn't it?

It was fun and now to get the soft top on!

My Princess!

 

[Adventure Copan]

My old 4R came to visit my new 4R!