1985 4Runner or 1989 w/ SAS?

[masteryota]

aamiggia : I don't know if you're still looking for a runner, but I know a guy on another board that is selling his, it's an '85 runner with 36" tsl and locked, front and rear, I think it's welded, the truck looks quite clean, as clean as an '85 can get at least. anyway here's the thread he posted : http://quebec4x4.com/forum/viewtopic.php?t=7302
It's in french, should you need any help to translate, just tell me.
Good luck
Matt

 

[No power]

If you go with a 22re 4cyl then check out www.got propane.com.
Really cool web site.
Also try for a 1st gen 4-runner (84-89) because the 2nd
gen (90-95) are coil sprung in the rear and you will have
to swap them out for leaf springs to get any real flex
Also I think the 22re 4cly is better than the 3.0 V6.
3.0 V6 has head gasket problems gets crappy gas mileage
and has poor power. (I own a 3.0 V6 runner)
Any ways if you can weld then don't worry about the soild
axle swap.
If you can't weld then go for the 85.
Any ways good luck on either.

 

[azaussie]

Hello all,

I'm interested in building a 4Runner trail rig. My goal is to have 36" tires, SPOA, and locking diff's (would like to be selectable).

My question is, is it better to start with a 1985 Solid axle;
- Hard to find, usualy people know it's value = $$$

Your opinions would be greatly welcomed. and any other tech differences.

aamiggia,

You could always just make the trip down from Canada to Arizona and buy my 1985 4runner . Rust free