Tx_Shooter's '87 4Runner Build

tx_shooter

It is not a war crime the first time.
Staff member
I can't wait to get it on the trails with the axle and gears. I'm hoping a winch/bumper combo follows soon.
 

Boomtacoma01

Tommy want wingy..

tx_shooter

It is not a war crime the first time.
Staff member
Looks like the solid axle install should be getting wrapped up this Saturday. Then I'm starting on the 4.7 install in my garage. I'm still debating if I want to try to install new rear leafs (63s or 54s) before Jambo. It will probably depend on how fast I get the 4.7s installed.
 

taco4x4rar

Well-Known Member
Looks like the solid axle install should be getting wrapped up this Saturday. Then I'm starting on the 4.7 install in my garage. I'm still debating if I want to try to install new rear leafs (63s or 54s) before Jambo. It will probably depend on how fast I get the 4.7s installed.

You've got plenty of time, and your gonna need some different rest leafs, I doubt you'll be able to get the stockers lifted high enough to match the front without some stupid long shackles. The case install should take only a day or two and Bob should have you rolling next weekend.
 

tx_shooter

It is not a war crime the first time.
Staff member
I'll probably do the gears and rear leafs in my garage. Easier to work on it during the week.
 

Boomtacoma01

Tommy want wingy..
Look into the ford 57" rears as well. They perform well and aren't too much of a rock anchor.

Hurry with some pics:)
 

fsbrain03

Well-Known Member
Looks like the solid axle install should be getting wrapped up this Saturday. Then I'm starting on the 4.7 install in my garage. I'm still debating if I want to try to install new rear leafs (63s or 54s) before Jambo. It will probably depend on how fast I get the 4.7s installed.

Robert sold me some 63's he had laying around. For the right price, they can be yours.
 

tx_shooter

It is not a war crime the first time.
Staff member
I'll try to get a few progress pics of the axle tonight.

Brian - I'm 99% sure I am going to go with Fords so I can run the same stuff front and rear. It will make stocking spare parts much simpler.
 

fsbrain03

Well-Known Member
I'll try to get a few progress pics of the axle tonight.

Brian - I'm 99% sure I am going to go with Fords so I can run the same stuff front and rear. It will make stocking spare parts much simpler.

Cool, I was just giving you a hard time. I did't buy them.
 

balakay

BabyMax
Looks like the solid axle install should be getting wrapped up this Saturday. Then I'm starting on the 4.7 install in my garage. I'm still debating if I want to try to install new rear leafs (63s or 54s) before Jambo. It will probably depend on how fast I get the 4.7s installed.

I'll make sure to be there just to get in the way.
 

tx_shooter

It is not a war crime the first time.
Staff member
Pic of the finished gusset and a pic of the template for the steering stop reinforcement. Tomorrow should have the diff armor on and templates cut and welded.



 

Silverback

Lima Gulf Bravo Foxtrot Juliet Bravo
You filled it with Gold!! Rich!!!!
 

Anathollo

Armorall is my choice of lube
Staff member
Feel free to come on over; you can get in the way with a grinder in your hand or helping put together the front axle. There will be plenty to get in the way of.

Oh I'll be in the way alright...right in front of your kegerator. lol
 

balakay

BabyMax
You're gonna give me a grinder?!???!! I can fuck so much shit up with a grinder. Woot!
 

Taco Loco

Tired and Lazy, married to ‘The Laundry Fairy’
You're gonna give me a grinder?!???!! I can fuck so much shit up with a grinder. Woot!

like to take out minor scratches in the paint?? Blake you might be the first test obstacle to run over once the truck is put back together.
 

balakay

BabyMax
like to take out minor scratches in the paint?? Blake you might be the first test obstacle to run over once the truck is put back together.

Nah he'll just take whatever parts of his I mess up off of my 4Runner. Probably with interest.

"You scratched my headlight! Say goodbye to your 5.29s and lockers!"
 
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