What did you do with your classic T4R today?

I finally replaced my beat up stock transfer case with some parts I picked up on another forum cheap. The Sky's Off Road transfer case skid and 4x Innovations tc mount are some nice upgrades for my trail rig '87 4Runner.

 
1st first Gen

I am going backwards...My first 4Runner was a 3ed gen (96) 2.7 4banger 5 speed two wheel drive. then a second gen (95)3.0V6 Auto 2 WD now a first gen (88)3.0 5speed convertible Now my first 4x4 4Runner. Looking forward to driving stick again. Dealer would not give me a VIN cut key because name on pink was not mine. Next step AAA to start Registration process. Wish me luck:bluejump::bluejump::bluejump::bluejump::bluejump:
 
I am going backwards...My first 4Runner was a 3ed gen (96) 2.7 4banger 5 speed two wheel drive. then a second gen (95)3.0V6 Auto 2 WD now a first gen (88)3.0 5speed convertible Now my first 4x4 4Runner. Looking forward to driving stick again. Dealer would not give me a VIN cut key because name on pink was not mine. Next step AAA to start Registration process. Wish me luck:bluejump::bluejump::bluejump::bluejump::bluejump:

Going to keep the 4x4 a street queen or make it an off road beast?
 
Failed to roll it out of my grandma's side yard for the second time. Determined that there was a chance that the brakes may be stuck (It has sat for 2 years) and will be checking every wheel tomorrow.

'92 4Runner
3.0l V6 5-Speed Manual
 
Failed to roll it out of my grandma's side yard for the second time. Determined that there was a chance that the brakes may be stuck (It has sat for 2 years) and will be checking every wheel tomorrow.

'92 SR5 4Runner
3.0l V6 5-Speed Manual

4x4 by the way. And while I'm here, the transmission was sloppy back when it ran, any idea on how I can get it to tighten up?
 
Cleaned out the truck, bolted seats back in it with 4 point harnesses from a helicopter, and bolted in an ammo can for a center console!
 

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Brakes are most certainly seized! Going to have to hunt down a proper jack so I can go through all the tires quickly. All of ours are missing parts, or are rusted stuck.
 
Unstuck the front tires. The oddysey of my adventure with brakes is nearing a close for now! Just gotta convince the drums to let go.
 
I put a new starter in (3vze). As long as one has a few feet of extensions for a 3/8th ratchet it is a really easy job. Pulled it out through the passenger fender well after removing the access door.

Installed a "New Starter" (thats the brand name hahahahaha) a Chinese starter that cost me under $60. It is in fact completely brand new. Operates fast and smooth starts the truck quick.

Time will tell. Kept the original of course!
 
I put a new starter in (3vze). As long as one has a few feet of extensions for a 3/8th ratchet it is a really easy job. Pulled it out through the passenger fender well after removing the access door.

Installed a "New Starter" (thats the brand name hahahahaha) a Chinese starter that cost me under $60. It is in fact completely brand new. Operates fast and smooth starts the truck quick.

Time will tell. Kept the original of course!

Can you tell me how the wiring was routed, was it behind the motor mount and then up? We took ours apart and I can't seem to find any pictures of the battery ground to the block etc.
 
I just bought the 1986 4Runner last week and I have done the following this week!

1) Installed a shift boot cover and new shift knob. The shifter boot cover was the first thing I ordered because I couldn't stand the site of seeing the bare floor.

2) Painted the wiper arm blades black since they were bare metal

3) Recharged the AC

4) Took the top off like an idiot in the 100 degree Texas Weather the day after fixing the AC! It wasn't my brightest decision but I couldn't wait to take off the top.

5) I changed the oil
 

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Installed a new 15" Grant Steering Wheel. The leather on the original was flaking in my hands on humid mornings.

I'm keeping the original, just in case.

Next, some detailing and then the top is coming off. Just in time for maximum Texas heat in August.
 
I just bought the 1986 4Runner last week and I have done the following this week!



1) Installed a shift boot cover and new shift knob. The shifter boot cover was the first thing I ordered because I couldn't stand the site of seeing the bare floor.



2) Painted the wiper arm blades black since they were bare metal



3) Recharged the AC



4) Took the top off like an idiot in the 100 degree Texas Weather the day after fixing the AC! It wasn't my brightest decision but I couldn't wait to take off the top.



5) I changed the oil



Is that one of the generic shift boots? Looks like it fit nicely.


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List of things accomplished on my 1991 over the weekend.
-Finished prepping my 85 axle for install
-Fabricated some sliders
-Braced the front fenders, installed fenders
-HID install with projector headlights with turn signals built into the housing
-Replaced valve cover gaskets
-Replaced windshield
-Changed oil
-Removed cargo carpet and welded in 4 more tie downs
-Replaced parking brake cable
-Installed hand throttle
-Finished installing dash after heater core replacement
-Fabricated battery tire down
-Shimmed hood
-Fabricated bracket for "custom" intake

That's all I can remember doing haha, it was a long weekend at my shop. Will post pictures in here and my build thread once the SAS is complete. Should be done this weekend.
 
List of things accomplished on my 1991 over the weekend.
-Finished prepping my 85 axle for install
-Fabricated some sliders
-Braced the front fenders, installed fenders
-HID install with projector headlights with turn signals built into the housing
-Replaced valve cover gaskets
-Replaced windshield
-Changed oil
-Removed cargo carpet and welded in 4 more tie downs
-Replaced parking brake cable
-Installed hand throttle
-Finished installing dash after heater core replacement
-Fabricated battery tire down
-Shimmed hood
-Fabricated bracket for "custom" intake

That's all I can remember doing haha, it was a long weekend at my shop. Will post pictures in here and my build thread once the SAS is complete. Should be done this weekend.

Damn. Wanna come help with mine? :cheers:
 

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