So I have been on this forum for awhile as a spectator for awhile, then as a poster with questions for a bit. I have decided to make a post dedicated to my continual build of my truck into a DD / Trail Rig / Overland Rig. For right now I will simple post what I have and what my plans are and will continually post as I build.
What I started with was a 1985 Toyota Pickup 4x4 that was completely stock that came with a 22r with blown head gasket. I can't remember what exactly I bought it for but i think it was 450 bucks. I replaced the engine and drove it for a few years while in college after rebuilding the engine but I kept it stock for the longest time except for a header and a exhaust. After I finally got settled in my job I was able to save up and do what I've always wanted. Build it! This make and model is by far my favorite truck out there. Fell in love with it during Back to the Future. I wish it was a 22re SR5 but I'll take what I can get. This isn't a mall crawler but I definitely baby her and don't like rock rash. This is a camping, backpacking, hiking, mudding, and wannabe over landing rig. Not a rock crawler.
What I have done
Suspension:
4" ProComp lift.
Wheels / Tires
35" BF Mud Terrains I stole off my other Toyota on Unknown Rims
Engine
3.4 5vzfe
Magnasun Supercharger w/ 2.2" URD Pully
URD 7th Injecctor
Custom Cross Flow Radiator by Ron Davis Racing
Transmission
R150 V6 Transmission and Transfer case.
Gauges
A-Piller Wideband , Oil Pressure, Boost
SR5 Gauge Cluster, and Toyota Inclinometer
ScanGaugeII
Armor
ARB Front Bumper
What I plan on doing:
Future and soon to be changes include not in any particular oder
1. New Seats. Mine are junk and are slowing donating its foam all over my floor
2. Re-Gear the truck to 4.88's with front and rear lockers.
3. Wider Rear Axle (Already have the housing, waiting for gears)
4. On Board Air
5. Rock Sliders
6. Better lift with more flex, possibly trail gear
7. Rack over the truck cap to hold a tent, and gear.
What I started with was a 1985 Toyota Pickup 4x4 that was completely stock that came with a 22r with blown head gasket. I can't remember what exactly I bought it for but i think it was 450 bucks. I replaced the engine and drove it for a few years while in college after rebuilding the engine but I kept it stock for the longest time except for a header and a exhaust. After I finally got settled in my job I was able to save up and do what I've always wanted. Build it! This make and model is by far my favorite truck out there. Fell in love with it during Back to the Future. I wish it was a 22re SR5 but I'll take what I can get. This isn't a mall crawler but I definitely baby her and don't like rock rash. This is a camping, backpacking, hiking, mudding, and wannabe over landing rig. Not a rock crawler.
What I have done
Suspension:
4" ProComp lift.
Wheels / Tires
35" BF Mud Terrains I stole off my other Toyota on Unknown Rims
Engine
3.4 5vzfe
Magnasun Supercharger w/ 2.2" URD Pully
URD 7th Injecctor
Custom Cross Flow Radiator by Ron Davis Racing
Transmission
R150 V6 Transmission and Transfer case.
Gauges
A-Piller Wideband , Oil Pressure, Boost
SR5 Gauge Cluster, and Toyota Inclinometer
ScanGaugeII
Armor
ARB Front Bumper
What I plan on doing:
Future and soon to be changes include not in any particular oder
1. New Seats. Mine are junk and are slowing donating its foam all over my floor
2. Re-Gear the truck to 4.88's with front and rear lockers.
3. Wider Rear Axle (Already have the housing, waiting for gears)
4. On Board Air
5. Rock Sliders
6. Better lift with more flex, possibly trail gear
7. Rack over the truck cap to hold a tent, and gear.