Builds 82 first Gen Project (RECON) (1 Viewer)

[SFROMAN]

Build thread for project RECON

PROJECT RECON

Will allow be small, nimble, and able to insert into terrain that my other Trucks can't get to.

Truck purchase: SEPT 14

Specs:
1982 TOYOTA Pickup 4wd
Transmition: 5 speed l52

Upgrades:
Will update later



My son and some friends in URE at LOGANS RUN 2014


parked in the backyard after getting home


while doing maintenance on her decided to see how 35s would look




Again, the truck is currently in storage due to me being away for work.

**JULY2022 UPDATE**
After many years of working in Thai sand truck. This is how it currently looks

 

[SFROMAN]

The truck is further along. Before leaving I was able to get some rust removed. The truck was painted. The whole frame was cleaned off and prepped and rustproofed.

Future plans
EXTERIOR
finish rust repair- small piece on the floor board and a few small sections in the floor of the bed
old school vinyl decals

INTERIOR
The interior is currently gutted-
going to reupholster original bench seat in tan vinyl
redo blue the door covers with tan color vinyl
change the color of the blue dash to tan
replace carpet with new carpet to include extra padding to help with noise and heat
sound proof doors, floor boards, and ceiling
add stereo

DRIVETRAIN
replace current tires with 33x10.5x15 BFG Mud tires
rebuild front and rear axles
add lunch box lockers

would also love to add some cool metal bumpers front and rear and some sliders

 

[msahr]

Cool truck. I used to own a rusted out 81, ended up parting it, too many projects. The A/C still worked even though the floorboards were completely rusted through. Made spotting on trails a lot easier, just look down!

 

[SFROMAN]

Nice.
My truck is not that bad at all. Just a few small spots. It looks a lot better now that it is painted. I was going to post up more pictures this weekend but my computer is acting up. I have to load the pictures in my photobucket account but I can't right now.

I do have a question
Before putting the truck in storage. I replaced the clutch. The problem is that I cannot shift if the truck is on. Only if it is off. Any ideas what could be causing this?
What I did to put it in my storage she'd was to start it in gear and just drive it in quick since the clutch pedal would not disengage the transmission out if gear.

 

[pappy]

Clutch slave or clutch master.

 

[KLF]

Ya check your easy stuff first, the hydraulics.

 

[jynx]

What clutch did you put in? I have heard of this type of problem with some of marlins clutches. I did a clutch on a 2wd v6 truck a few years ago and had the same issue. I adjusted the master as far in /out as I could and got it to barely disengage if it was too the floor.

I think when they get really worn they get soo much play in them, and because the new clutch has so much more material the throw gets all out of whack. I would check and adjust the master if you can and then replace master or slave as needed. If all else fails, it may be the new clutch unfortunately.

 

[vegasfj40]

Truck looks pretty good. Diggin the retro stripe! Might want to bleed the system first if you havent done that yet.

 

[onemanarmy]

oh man. looks so good with the steel wheels and mud tires. how they are supposed to be.

where did you find it?

 

[PhrogsPhorever]

Del, nice find!

The Panhandle still treating you well?

 

[SFROMAN]

I found the truck just south of Charlotte in South Carolina on my way to Logan's Run in Sept.


Alex,
How are you?
Yeah it's good here. I am gone most of the time though. Looking to move within the next year. 4 options are
NC, Tampa, CO, or DC. Will have to see what happens. Are you still in Japan?

 

[PhrogsPhorever]

Yeah, for a couple of years, then off to retirement. May settle down in FWB or Pensacola in '17 or '18

Glad all is well

 

[SFROMAN]

Finally got my computer to stop acting up and got to a place that has internet so I can upload pictures to photobucket.
Frame clean up and rust proofing


cab painted and doing clean up of the underside


bed painted and cleaning the underside


bed painted black for now but have a few small spots of rust that i want to fix before it is done


with only 3 months at home a year I have to maximize family time so I usually work through the night

 

[SFROMAN]

By the way the paint code is 033 if I remember correctly.

Rims were painted, shocks replaced and front was buttoned up for now.


Again just want to reiterate, this is by no means a finished product. All this work was an attempt to try to clean and clear up some stuff to get the truck looking decent and daily drive it (the few months that I am actually home).

bed bolted back up. Notice the old ugly metal mirrors are gone.


mirrors replaced

 

[SFROMAN]

BEFORE


AFTER






In the driveway next to my other projects


looks kind of small next to the LX450

 

[SFROMAN]

As mentioned before the goal is to make the interior tan. comfortable and quiet
blue panels that I plan to recreate with tan/ sand colored vinyl


through bags of ice on the floor boards and let it sit on the factory sound deadener then just chiped at it with gasket scraper and mallet

 

[SFROMAN]

unfortunately this is the last picture I have of the old girl

In my storage shed awaiting my return


I take pics of my vehicles for insurance purposes when I am gone but really like this photo for some reason.

 

[SFROMAN]

What clutch did you put in? I have heard of this type of problem with some of marlins clutches. I did a clutch on a 2wd v6 truck a few years ago and had the same issue. I adjusted the master as far in /out as I could and got it to barely disengage if it was too the floor.

I think when they get really worn they get soo much play in them, and because the new clutch has so much more material the throw gets all out of whack. I would check and adjust the master if you can and then replace master or slave as needed. If all else fails, it may be the new clutch unfortunately.

Sir,
I bought a "heavy duty" clutch from advanced auto.

I am hoping that replacing the master and slave cylinder and replacing the fluid will be enough. of course I wont know until I get back home in a few months

 

[SFROMAN]

After doing some research and pricing I think I will be ordering this suspension kit along with a few other items.

Stock/Light Duty Kit 2"- 2.5" Lift
Front springs designed for 0 to 110lbs additional FRONT load (winch, bumper, etc.)
Rear designed for 0lbs to GVM additional REAR load (tire carrier, bumper, etc.)

Ultimate Light Kit (Includes EVERYTHING) Part# ED4RPUULT - $1325.00
Includes:
2 - CS008FA Emu Dakar Front Leaf Springs
2 - N84 Front OME Nitrocharger Shock Absorber
2 - CS009R Emu Dakar Rear Leaf Springs
2 - N85/89/94/95 Rear Nitrocharger Shock Absorber (N85/89 gives firmer ride & positive feel)
4 - SB5/SB6 OME Poly Spring Bushing Kits
1 - OMEGS4 OME Greasable Front Shackle Kit
1 - OMEGS3 OME Greasable Rear Shackle Kit
2 - OME GP3 OME Greasable Pin Kit
1- OME FK09/13 Anti Inversion Kit
1 - OMESD21 OME Steering Stabilizer
8 - OMEU52/53 OME U-Bolts & Nuts

TO INCLUDE-
1- front 4.88 gears and set up kit
1- rear 4.88 gears and set up kit
1- lock right locker rear- still debating if I want to add one to the front since this truck is going to be more of a mild trail wheeler and daily driver.
1- front axle rebuild kit with Koyo bearings
1- rear axle rebuild kit

I am no mechanic or toyota expert by no means so suggestions are welcome

 

[Mudder]

Cruisser Outfitters? That's where I was reading to get a good kit for my '84. And For DD I'd almost go without a locker in the rear unless it's selectable. Reason is if you step on the gas while taking a corner the locker could relock and sping both tires. And the rear axle and front axle I'd suggest Marlin for those. And as for set up will you have a good trusted shop do it or try it yourself?