My 86 4Runner Build

locknload · 06-02-2007, 12:55 AM

I started with an '86 4Runner SR5 with 134K on the clock. Bone stock except for the 30" BFG's. I even removed the hideous aluminum running boards before the first pic. I bought it in Forida so no rust and it was pretty clean to start with.

After my first trip to Paragon, I knew I needed some armor. Warning- Extreme flex pic below.

So began the building. I have a JD2 bender, four dies, Miller 175, torch set up, HF notcher, and had some free 1 1/4" Sch. 40 pipe on it's way.
I started with the front bumper, didn't want something really crazy so I kept it close to the body.

I added another center tube, painted it and called it good,

Rear bumper was next. The main hoop was 1 1/2" sch. 40 and the uppers are 1 1/4". Lateral supports are about one inch. I ended up added a receiver tube and a little extra support. I shortened the factory brackets, beveled the ends, welded and added a scab plate to the inside.

I wanted my sliders to be tucked close as I could picture myself eating shit trying to get out in a hurry. Once I had a basic design, I went with a 25deg. rise. Used 4" scab plates pn the frame and some of that 1" tube for gussets. The notcher worked well for the angles needed.

They turned out to be very stout and have worked fine.

I wanted a little more storage in the rear so I fabbed up a cargo rack from 1/2" square tubing (yeah I have that die too). I made it mount completely internal so it will work with the top on as well. It's just high enough to get my gear boxes and cooler underneath.

So came the desire for SAS.
Here are some progress pics. 4" full TG w/ 5" rears. Hopefully it won't be a Stinkbug, if so I'll remove a leaf. Tomorrow a.m. I'll install the brake lines, bleed then turn it around and start the rear. I mounted the hanger 3/4" forward to get my shackles vertical per my call to TG. Sure looks like my axle moved forward more than 3/4". Thanks to Beaters levers, I finally got two tires mounted and will do the others tomorrow. Overall the install is not too bad. I hope the springs come down some after some use, it's a little tall.

Later CRAP!!

Couldn't wait any longer, had to see the height with tires, used 35's.

BeaterToyota · 06-02-2007, 01:04 AM

Looks good.

**94krawler** · 06-02-2007, 02:50 AM

I bet the front drops just leveling it out.

locknload · 06-03-2007, 07:35 PM

Mostly finished. It's raining all day Sunday so I'll do some more later. I think I need to move the rear shackle mounts back another inch to get a little less angle. About 32 deg. now, too much for a new spring. The front angle looks pretty good so I can finish stitching the hanger.
I really didn't expect this thing to be this big, I'd better start flexin' it and break in the springs.

BeaterToyota · 04-12-2009, 04:44 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by locknload

Yo dude. Do you have any other close up pics of the spring hanger? Is it mounted below the slanted part of the frame, or under the part that's flat/parallel with the ground?
Using T-G's directions, moving the new mount 6" forward of stock would put mine right at the bend in the frame, so it doesn't sit flush.

Their own picture kinda makes it look that way, too...
http://www.trail-gear.com/pdf/110038-1.pdf

locknload · 04-12-2009, 06:42 PM

It is on the curve. I forgot you had to move all that shit.

BeaterToyota · 04-12-2009, 09:15 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by locknload

I forgot you had to move all that shit.

Yeah. If it was a bolt-on deal I'd be done already...

Thanks for the pic.

locknload · 04-25-2009, 09:50 PM

So I'm driving down the highway about 70 mph and WHAM, huge noise and slap on the roof. I guess the 96degree weather and 70 mph wind was more than my sunroof could take, yeah Holy Shit.

I'm really glad it didn't completely come loose and fly through someones windshield.

**larc68** · 04-26-2009, 01:21 PM

Holy shit!!

BlueX · 04-26-2009, 07:32 PM

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Originally Posted by larc68

Holy shit!!

X2

06-02-2007, 12:55 AM	#1
locknload Administrator Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Charles Town, WV Posts: 2,019	My 86 4Runner Build I started with an '86 4Runner SR5 with 134K on the clock. Bone stock except for the 30" BFG's. I even removed the hideous aluminum running boards before the first pic. I bought it in Forida so no rust and it was pretty clean to start with. After my first trip to Paragon, I knew I needed some armor. Warning- Extreme flex pic below. So began the building. I have a JD2 bender, four dies, Miller 175, torch set up, HF notcher, and had some free 1 1/4" Sch. 40 pipe on it's way. I started with the front bumper, didn't want something really crazy so I kept it close to the body. I added another center tube, painted it and called it good, Rear bumper was next. The main hoop was 1 1/2" sch. 40 and the uppers are 1 1/4". Lateral supports are about one inch. I ended up added a receiver tube and a little extra support. I shortened the factory brackets, beveled the ends, welded and added a scab plate to the inside. I wanted my sliders to be tucked close as I could picture myself eating shit trying to get out in a hurry. Once I had a basic design, I went with a 25deg. rise. Used 4" scab plates pn the frame and some of that 1" tube for gussets. The notcher worked well for the angles needed. They turned out to be very stout and have worked fine. I wanted a little more storage in the rear so I fabbed up a cargo rack from 1/2" square tubing (yeah I have that die too). I made it mount completely internal so it will work with the top on as well. It's just high enough to get my gear boxes and cooler underneath. So came the desire for SAS. Here are some progress pics. 4" full TG w/ 5" rears. Hopefully it won't be a Stinkbug, if so I'll remove a leaf. Tomorrow a.m. I'll install the brake lines, bleed then turn it around and start the rear. I mounted the hanger 3/4" forward to get my shackles vertical per my call to TG. Sure looks like my axle moved forward more than 3/4". Thanks to Beaters levers, I finally got two tires mounted and will do the others tomorrow. Overall the install is not too bad. I hope the springs come down some after some use, it's a little tall. Later CRAP!! Couldn't wait any longer, had to see the height with tires, used 35's. Last edited by locknload; 07-28-2008 at 07:42 AM.

06-02-2007, 01:04 AM	#2
BeaterToyota Administrator Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Warrenton, VA Posts: 2,837	Re: My SAS Looks good.

06-02-2007, 02:50 AM	#3
94krawler son of a bitch Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: walnutport PA Posts: 1,224	Re: My SAS I bet the front drops just leveling it out. __________________ Dopple G's long lost father.... www.hillsidecustoms.com 94 toy on tons and 39's

06-03-2007, 07:35 PM	#4
locknload Administrator Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Charles Town, WV Posts: 2,019	Re: My SAS Mostly finished. It's raining all day Sunday so I'll do some more later. I think I need to move the rear shackle mounts back another inch to get a little less angle. About 32 deg. now, too much for a new spring. The front angle looks pretty good so I can finish stitching the hanger. I really didn't expect this thing to be this big, I'd better start flexin' it and break in the springs. Last edited by locknload; 11-30-2009 at 09:20 AM.

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04-12-2009, 06:42 PM	#6
locknload Administrator Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Charles Town, WV Posts: 2,019	It is on the curve. I forgot you had to move all that shit.

04-25-2009, 09:50 PM	#8
locknload Administrator Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Charles Town, WV Posts: 2,019	So I'm driving down the highway about 70 mph and WHAM, huge noise and slap on the roof. I guess the 96degree weather and 70 mph wind was more than my sunroof could take, yeah Holy Shit. I'm really glad it didn't completely come loose and fly through someones windshield.

04-26-2009, 01:21 PM	#9
larc68 Yep, Im an asshole, so fuk you! Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: warrenton va Posts: 694	Holy shit!!

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