Well as some of you know I started work on my next 4wd (I've nicknamed Project Quasimodo).... Basically it was time for a

change and the 4runner was getting too heavy, had too much sheetmetal, the 7M-GE swap wasn't cutting the mustard, plus I

wanted to incorporate some new ideas on a fresh chassis.

So I picked up this - manufactured in June of 1985 Toyota 2wd Xtra Cab SR5 Turbo Truck with Automatic and all the options

except AC with 167K. The sheetmetal is in near perfect condition and the inside will clean up nicely.



The only down side is the 22RTE spun a #2 Rod bearing.



But thats okay because I planned to install a 2.7L 3RZ from a 2000 Taco.



So the 4runner got stripped and the only main parts I kept was the Tires, Axles and Tranny. EVERYTHING else got sold!



Here it is with a 2wd SAS and the 4wd rear axle installed.



Then I stuffed in the 3rz...



...attached to a W58 bellhousing, W56 Tranny, Marlin dual ulitmate (2.28 X 4.70) 10 degree rotated 23 spline T-cases hung on

a custom flat belly crossmember.

Then I added some fiberglass front fenders and a winch bumper.



And I'm still working on finished up the flat bed.



I've had it out 4 times (Snow, Trails, Dunes & Rocks in the last 4 weekends) and I'm lov'n the power and torque of the 3rz

plus it weighs about 500 lbs less than the 4runner! I honesty couldn't be happier! But I do have plans to link the rear

suspension and I need to finish up a lot of the little stuff.









There are two very detailed build up threads on

OT4x4.org and

Pirate.com if you want more detailed info.

So thats what I've been up to.....

WOW

nice lamp post on toolbox! Genious idea for camping! <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/shiner.gif" alt="" />

Very nice work. Really dig the tube work.
So does your insurance list it as a 2wd automatic? <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/lol.gif" alt="" />

Rick is an over acheiver. <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/butwiggle.gif" alt="" />

I knew I should of editted that out....




Yes - until I told them that it was now a 4wd....




Its true - I do this this to make everyone else feel bad........................................LOL

You need to change your signature here. <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/shiner.gif" alt="" />

4RnrRick

you want anything from me .. ( http://www.toyotafiberglass.com ) you just let me know .. I'll fix ya up ..

He makes it look so, so... easy... <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/rolleyes.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/pfft.gif" alt="" />
Nice!