Updates????
Well, I put a new stereo in it.
And it's getting new tires this week (but the same tires it had on it, just not bald now
).
I still love the thing to death, even with the 2LT-E.
If you are looking into it, go 1KZ-TE. It's no more complicated of a swap, but the 2LT-E is just not a robust enough engine for long term peace of mind. The wiring really isn't all that hard, but it is time consuming (and if you aren't at least decent with electrical work, then it would be a challenge).
If I was just going to wheel, I'd build the 80 with a diesel. For daily driving as well, the mini/runner with a diesel is really hard to beat. For the best of both, it'd be a SAS 3rd generation 4-runner (ok, 2nd generation 4-runner really) with a 1KZ-TE. (at least, in my opinion)
Dan