Thanks a bunch. Hope you guys are alright with bushfires. I live where the one of the larges california fire passed through. So I k how how much it affects one. You have my best and thanks for the compliment mate! Keep her (22r) going strong!!!
Thanks Christian. Toyota dudes always thinking of someone else. Im all good but my Sister and husband + kids have lost their home and cars and some pets. “Pets heart broken kids” But those thing all replaceable. Eddy is now driving my other Hilux and my sister is driving my wife’s RAV4. My house is a bit full at the moment but every thing will be ok! I like hiding in my garage!!!
Nice truck! I had an 82 hilux long bed also. Best investment I made was a aftermarket hi back bench seat with console. It really made the stiff ride better. These trucks can go anywhere. I wish I still had mine.
I have a calendar somewhere from back in 1984 from the local Toyota dealer when my brother Carlos bought a brand new Toyota pickup. They use to ask you to do the “I Love What You Do For Me, Toyota!” Jump and put it on a calendar for you when you buy a new truck. I wish I could find that calendar, he’s 13 years older then me and I was about 8 years old at the time and we both were in the pic. Shortly after that picture he was in a bad accident and has been in a wheel chair ever since. Now I got to dig that up!! 😄
Nice Yota!!! I'm toying with the idea of picking up a 3rd gen 4x4 from a family member. Unfortunately it does not have a bed but custom flat bed camper. If I do buy it, your Yota is what I envisioned mine would end up looking like. Thanks for the inspiration and for posting!!!
Dude for the interior get that sand (tan) outdoor carpet from Lowe’s. Very though and looks great. I loved the way mine looks in my 85. Easy to cut, also get the “cheap version” of the dynamate (can’t remember the brand) and install it before the carpet.
Christopher Christopher yeah in my trucks carpet, I don’t upload videos but I leave you the link to the carpet, like I said just go to LOWES and looked for the outdoor carpet section, is the “deser sand” color, it matches our trucks great. Take your time to measure and cut. www.lowes.com/pd/STAINMASTER-PetProtect-Nitro-12-ft-Textured-Galaxy-Interior-Carpet/50243923?cm_mmc=shp-_-c-_-prd-_-flr-_-google-_-lia-_-228-_-stockcarpet-_-50243923-_-0&placeholder=null&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIw_mYgt_n6wIVDR-tBh07LA-eEAQYCCABEgKVaPD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds
Cover king makes some awesome seat covers. Not cheap but come with mole style storage on the back and mine came with a few different pouches for different storage options. I have bucket seats in my '83. Nice job on the paint and like the color. I just ordered lce header with a magnaflow all stainless steel. Keep up the good work.
I have an 82 I'm in process of frame swapping from the cancer 150k on motor an brand new trans 5 speed 4x4 with stock SUNROOF from factory love this truck gave 500 bucks cash for it
CONGRATULATIONS, very neat indeed, you have done an outstanding and impressive job on your lovely toy, please enjoy and make the best of it, do not abuse it, very possible that your kids and perhaps your grand kids will enjoy it as much you do, I have an 86 single axle, automatic transmission, power steering, power brake, air conditioner, runs smooth as a feather,y daily drive, all I do to it is preventive maintenance, on very similar condition as your is, blessings to you and your love ones, from the endless summer paradise Puerto Rico Jesus Torres .
Makes me wonder how many of these trucks have been to the scrap yard just sad they dont make affordable lil trucks like these anymore they are true gems !
Oh man, most of these trucks have been chopped up, turned into crawlers and destroyed. I'm responsible for 2 of them being beaten to the ground and all my friends have had at least two of them they beat to the ground. I suppose thats why they are worth so much. Everyone just thrashed those trucks. If none of them had been destroyed and there was thousands of them floating around in perfect stock condition they wouldn't worth nearly as much. They sure were a lot of fun. Thinking back to us chopping the bodies up makes me cringe now. I can't even imagine doing that anymore.
Always take with you a can of wd40. Before you go into deep water spray your coil and roter cap. If you stall in water, dry the cap and roter inside and spray it down the wd40. Good luck! I own 2 85s. 1long bed turbo diesel, the other is a short bed card gas. Both are the same color.
Damn thats sweet!!! Always wanted one but the ones you find in Pennsylvania, either the frames are rotted out or bodies are as well. The cleaner ones are crazy overpriced!
I had a brand new short bed on 81. Blue. Loved that truck but the dealer didnt stand behind the warranty when the front driveshaft CV went bad. I currently have a new Jeep Wrangler but would love to find one of these Toy4x4
Sweet Ride! Getting started with mine and was wondering what are your thoughts with 4.88s at the diffs and 4.7 gears in the transfer case? Any help would bd appreciated. Thanks and have a blessed day! 🙏
I runner with 488s but transfer case is built and has lower gearing when wheeling. I can run 70plus miles on the freeway and keep up with traffic with ease.
Nice truck! My dad and I are thinking about getting one of these for my first vehicle since I like to hunt and fish. We go in some really rough areas in wa state. Thinking about lifting it and doing some upgrades
ive got an 83 longbed i just put a softtopper on too, i wish mine had a/c, new engine with clutch and flywheel new tires new softtopper. be very careful these old trucks are very easy to steal mine has been stolen twice, they got my winch toolbox full of tools stereo, catalytic converter, seats. luckily i got it back, now i remove the distributor cable and block it in my driveway with my old ford with the batteries taken out of it. sucks i have to go to that extreme to hold on to whats mine. but thats california these days.
The retrofit kit is very simple I got mine at oreileys auto parts. But all or most auto parts stores carry it. It’s literally the adapters for changing the fittings to r134a. I also changed out my condenser and filter drier.
You can get the kit on amazon or any local automotive parts store. You just have to calculate how much freon you need in the Ac system. If you dont have ac sticker under the hood.
Not that it hasn’t been stated but what about a couple of external cages for maybe an extra tank of gas or something along those lines for emergencies since you said it’s a work in progress
Similar to some jeeps that have a gas tank on the rear of the vehicle that I have seen weather it be tv or real life and or a working snorkel to go with it maybe just as an idea
Hey boss i have the same truck and i want to install ac but have no idea, idk if you willing to shoot some knowledge about the whole process, cost, etc. Or any shops that you recommend that do that work, i live locally to ventura. Thank you!
Hello, if your truck didn’t come with Ac from the factory. Then your best bet is to find a donor truck that came with ac and take all the parts. Swap them over and have the system charged. Also order a new seal kit and evaporator and condensing unit. This will give you a sweet setup.
Hello again! Im still working in my Yota. Rebuild engine completely, finally found a bench seat. I have a question: Did You modified your differentials ? I have 35’s on this truck now and as you might imagine cant do more than 40 mph
Yes I did, I’m running 4:88 differentials. And I cruise at 75 on freeway. With 35’s your gonna want to go 5:29 gears. You still won’t have great top end but you’ll be able to at least hit freeway speeds.
@@oliveramatajorge you can order the kits from trail gear, marlin crawler, all pro Offroad, Dave’s Offroad. A lot of companies offer it. As far as the transfer case most people go dual transfer cases to get the lowest ratios possible. But 5.29s will serve you right in the differentials.
Hey bro I purchased military grade terminal posts. You can find them on Amazon. Fastronix Military Spec Battery Terminal Top Post... www.amazon.com/dp/B00X36RILW/ref=cm_sw_r_sms_api_glt_fabc_B6TV2XB38AC1AXT5CEG4?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
Hey Chris !super nice truck ,! Congrats! I'm building one, almost done! I need a bench seat as well have not been able to find it. Any ideas? Other question about the rims... are those steel wheels with bead locks?
Just remove it and go with new reclinable bucket seats. Dual cases is far away for me. My transmission and transfer are geared lower then stock. So it does get me up and over but yes duals in the late future.
Awesome job, your truck looks very nice. I want to ask what is the color code of the paint on the truck because I have a Land Cruiser 100 and should look very nice with that sand color or so.
daniel calzada Thank you! A body shop called C and V auto body in Oxnard. The color is the Toyota sandstone color used on the new gen Tacoma’s and runners.
A question Toyota friends To those who have raised their Toyotas arching the leaves (crossbows) of what measures are the shock absorbers that install them And as they do so that the stabilizer bar reaches its place Since the mechanical click that did the job let me loose the stabilizer bar Thank you
Mint Toyota Hilux mate I’ve got a 89 extra cab Aussie delivery.
FROM NEW! 520k on the 22R still putting new 4x4 to shame every day!!
Thanks a bunch. Hope you guys are alright with bushfires. I live where the one of the larges california fire passed through. So I k how how much it affects one. You have my best and thanks for the compliment mate! Keep her (22r) going strong!!!
Thanks Christian. Toyota dudes always thinking of someone else. Im all good but my Sister and husband + kids have lost their home and cars and some pets. “Pets heart broken kids”
But those thing all replaceable. Eddy is now driving my other Hilux and my sister is driving my wife’s RAV4. My house is a bit full at the moment but every thing will be ok! I like hiding in my garage!!!
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Nice truck! I had an 82 hilux long bed also. Best investment I made was a aftermarket hi back bench seat with console. It really made the stiff ride better. These trucks can go anywhere. I wish I still had mine.
Thank you. Yes this truck has never been stuck. The ride isn't too bad. Especially when I got weight in the bed.
Love the truck!! Keep us posted on any progress!!👍👍
I have a calendar somewhere from back in 1984 from the local Toyota dealer when my brother Carlos bought a brand new Toyota pickup. They use to ask you to do the “I Love What You Do For Me, Toyota!” Jump and put it on a calendar for you when you buy a new truck. I wish I could find that calendar, he’s 13 years older then me and I was about 8 years old at the time and we both were in the pic. Shortly after that picture he was in a bad accident and has been in a wheel chair ever since.
Now I got to dig that up!! 😄
Nice Yota!!! I'm toying with the idea of picking up a 3rd gen 4x4 from a family member. Unfortunately it does not have a bed but custom flat bed camper. If I do buy it, your Yota is what I envisioned mine would end up looking like. Thanks for the inspiration and for posting!!!
That tan is classic 👌🏼
Dude your truck is one of my favorites on UA-cam.
Thanks dude. I really appreciate that compliment.
Hey what is that color called?
@@thejamesbrothersband5491 the color is the same color you find on the new Tacoma’s and 4runners i believe it’s called sandstorm.
Dude for the interior get that sand (tan) outdoor carpet from Lowe’s. Very though and looks great. I loved the way mine looks in my 85. Easy to cut, also get the “cheap version” of the dynamate (can’t remember the brand) and install it before the carpet.
gp Rz any video on your trucks carpet? Would love to see it.
Christopher Christopher yeah in my trucks carpet, I don’t upload videos but I leave you the link to the carpet, like I said just go to LOWES and looked for the outdoor carpet section, is the “deser sand” color, it matches our trucks great. Take your time to measure and cut.
www.lowes.com/pd/STAINMASTER-PetProtect-Nitro-12-ft-Textured-Galaxy-Interior-Carpet/50243923?cm_mmc=shp-_-c-_-prd-_-flr-_-google-_-lia-_-228-_-stockcarpet-_-50243923-_-0&placeholder=null&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIw_mYgt_n6wIVDR-tBh07LA-eEAQYCCABEgKVaPD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds
Cover king makes some awesome seat covers. Not cheap but come with mole style storage on the back and mine came with a few different pouches for different storage options. I have bucket seats in my '83. Nice job on the paint and like the color. I just ordered lce header with a magnaflow all stainless steel. Keep up the good work.
I have an 82 I'm in process of frame swapping from the cancer 150k on motor an brand new trans 5 speed 4x4 with stock SUNROOF from factory love this truck gave 500 bucks cash for it
Wow that's a nice truck, I love that color!
Thank you
A lot better that the ones rolling off the assembly lines
CONGRATULATIONS, very neat indeed, you have done an outstanding and impressive job on your lovely toy, please enjoy and make the best of it, do not abuse it, very possible that your kids and perhaps your grand kids will enjoy it as much you do, I have an 86 single axle, automatic transmission, power steering, power brake, air conditioner, runs smooth as a feather,y daily drive, all I do to it is preventive maintenance, on very similar condition as your is, blessings to you and your love ones, from the endless summer paradise Puerto Rico Jesus Torres .
Muchos gracias. Te mando saludos des de los Estados Unidos carnal.
Makes me wonder how many of these trucks have been to the scrap yard just sad they dont make affordable lil trucks like these anymore they are true gems !
Oh man, most of these trucks have been chopped up, turned into crawlers and destroyed. I'm responsible for 2 of them being beaten to the ground and all my friends have had at least two of them they beat to the ground. I suppose thats why they are worth so much. Everyone just thrashed those trucks. If none of them had been destroyed and there was thousands of them floating around in perfect stock condition they wouldn't worth nearly as much. They sure were a lot of fun. Thinking back to us chopping the bodies up makes me cringe now. I can't even imagine doing that anymore.
just put a new motor in mine --will be done next week--so fun to own these--nice project--
Thank you and right on
DUDE, this truck is next level!
Thank you.
Nice truck! Just be careful when going through deep water with that non clutch fan
Thanks for the heads up. Just bought a lc engineering electric fan kit. Going in this next weekend.
Always take with you a can of wd40. Before you go into deep water spray your coil and roter cap. If you stall in water, dry the cap and roter inside and spray it down the wd40. Good luck! I own 2 85s. 1long bed turbo diesel, the other is a short bed card gas. Both are the same color.
Awesome truck!!!!!looks amazing,cant wait to see more upgrades
Miss the bench seat. Very nice!
Nice truck, piece of history 👍💪👌😉
Dreamy truck, thing is epic!
Thank you
Sweet Toy, looks almost new.
Nice truck man. Let’s go mudding me and you. You drive my truck I drive yours. 🚛🚚
Gorgeous truck! Thanks for sharing and have fun with her and be safe.
Wow what a beautiful truck, my favorite color
I'm gonna be buying an 83 and fixing it up for me and my son. I currently have a LT 3rd gen 4runner and want something older too pass down too my son.
Cesar they are fun trucks and worth the money. You get a lot of looks in this type of truck.
Esas camioneta en mi país ecuador para carga pesada se sobra i bien reparada ni los malos himviernos no la detienen m encanta a cambios es fuerza 💪
Damn thats sweet!!! Always wanted one but the ones you find in Pennsylvania, either the frames are rotted out or bodies are as well. The cleaner ones are crazy overpriced!
You got that right! I own the same exact year of the truck!
I had a brand new short bed on 81. Blue. Loved that truck but the dealer didnt stand behind the warranty when the front driveshaft CV went bad. I currently have a new Jeep Wrangler but would love to find one of these Toy4x4
this thing is clean asf dude
Link to rock sliders and rear bumper plz. Also what lift and wheel/tire offset you have?
Rock sliders are done trail gear and rear bumper also. I run 1 inch spacers. On my wheels. The offset is factory.
Sweet pickup man keep up the good work.
That thing is just beautiful!
Fix that shackle angle in the rear and it will ride a ton smoother
Surprisingly it rides very smooth but thanks I'll consider it
A 45° angle for the shackles is ideal, if you flex the way your rear shackles are could make them invert which is not good.
What shackles are you using front and rear? Trail gear? Whats the length? What did you end up using for shock absorbers? Thanks
This truck is perfect!!
Thank you. I really appreciate it.
Sick toy!
Great truck christian!!
Beautiful rig man.
Thank you
I still have my 82 4x4 . 10" Lift on 35x10.5x15 Bfg's!
This is so dope! I just got almost the exact same truck. What tires are you running? How's the project going?
I’ll be honest. I got 4Runner and have been moding the runner.
Sweet Ride! Getting started with mine and was wondering what are your thoughts with 4.88s at the diffs and 4.7 gears in the transfer case? Any help would bd appreciated. Thanks and have a blessed day! 🙏
I runner with 488s but transfer case is built and has lower gearing when wheeling. I can run 70plus miles on the freeway and keep up with traffic with ease.
Sick rig buddy
I love this truck man
Sick truck dude
Sweet truck man. Nice. Them glass batt. Are optiomes
Nice truck! My dad and I are thinking about getting one of these for my first vehicle since I like to hunt and fish. We go in some really rough areas in wa state. Thinking about lifting it and doing some upgrades
The og truck if u live in wa🤘
Indeed. Get one if you can find one.
Very nice paint ☺️
Thank you.
What a beauty ❤
How many c.c. is this engine?
ive got an 83 longbed i just put a softtopper on too, i wish mine had a/c, new engine with clutch and flywheel new tires new softtopper. be very careful these old trucks are very easy to steal mine has been stolen twice, they got my winch toolbox full of tools stereo, catalytic converter, seats. luckily i got it back, now i remove the distributor cable and block it in my driveway with my old ford with the batteries taken out of it. sucks i have to go to that extreme to hold on to whats mine. but thats california these days.
I have mine stored safely. Because it is easy to steal. I have viper alarm. And dead switch installed. That might help you. Check em out easy install.
@@killertoy1985 I will look into it thanks
Looks great man.
Lock key gas? Lift handel. To lock. Or key
Hey I’m trying to fix the AC situation in my 83. Can you tell me where you got the retrofit kit/what was involved?
The retrofit kit is very simple I got mine at oreileys auto parts. But all or most auto parts stores carry it. It’s literally the adapters for changing the fittings to r134a. I also changed out my condenser and filter drier.
Did you just use the same factory condenser or did you buy a different one?
Nice I'm from ventura too . Just picked up a 86 turbo 4x4. YOTAGANG!
What tires and wheel set-up are you running they look great!
Do you have a Instagram you’ll be posting on when you take your truck out?
Wow i love this car
Where can I find a A/C retrofit kit? I have a first gen with A/C and would like to get it up and going again. 👍🏽
You can get the kit on amazon or any local automotive parts store. You just have to calculate how much freon you need in the Ac system. If you dont have ac sticker under the hood.
Is your truck long bed or short bed ?
Nice f truck man, I like it.
Not that it hasn’t been stated but what about a couple of external cages for maybe an extra tank of gas or something along those lines for emergencies since you said it’s a work in progress
Similar to some jeeps that have a gas tank on the rear of the vehicle that I have seen weather it be tv or real life and or a working snorkel to go with it maybe just as an idea
Truck is clean.
Hey where did you get the AC Retrofit kit? Did you change the drier, orings etc.?
Gabe the ac retro fit kit is sold at most auto parts store. Also I need change the drier and orings. I found the drier on Worldpac.
Nice truck.
I have Toyota pic up 1986. You know where I can buy the a/c kit , I need all sistem: please let me know
Hey boss i have the same truck and i want to install ac but have no idea, idk if you willing to shoot some knowledge about the whole process, cost, etc. Or any shops that you recommend that do that work, i live locally to ventura. Thank you!
Hello, if your truck didn’t come with Ac from the factory. Then your best bet is to find a donor truck that came with ac and take all the parts. Swap them over and have the system charged. Also order a new seal kit and evaporator and condensing unit. This will give you a sweet setup.
Fuuuuuuuck very nice rig man! Respect
Fkn tight.. I had the same truck and color in an 82 shortbed.. Looks like an actual SR5. See if ya can find the OEM decals... Nice rig. J.
that truck is beautiful man in hawaii you would be able to sell it for around 15k easy.
So true. Thanks braddah! 🤙🏻
Badass rig🤙🏽
Is it your daily?
Awesome Toy!
Hey what was the name of the place you got your carb rebuilt? I live in the area and need mine tuned.
Pacific carburetor in Ventura. It’s on Ventura boulevard off of Victoria.
@@killertoy1985 cool thanks man! Also are those door panels original? Im looking for some decent after market options.
Tire size? I’ve watched 3 different vids but can’t find the size.
33x10.50 15 in rim. I have wheel spacers spider trax on the truck.
I have two suggestions you could add, number 1- me being the owner, number 2- me driving it.
😝😅😂😰
Good one bro.😂🤣🤣
Hello again! Im still working in my Yota. Rebuild engine completely, finally found a bench seat. I have a question: Did
You modified your differentials ? I have 35’s on this truck now and as you might imagine cant do more than 40 mph
Yes I did, I’m running 4:88 differentials. And I cruise at 75 on freeway. With 35’s your gonna want to go 5:29 gears. You still won’t have great top end but you’ll be able to at least hit freeway speeds.
@@killertoy1985 any suggestions where to get this 5.29 gears ? How about the transfer ?
@@oliveramatajorge you can order the kits from trail gear, marlin crawler, all pro Offroad, Dave’s Offroad. A lot of companies offer it. As far as the transfer case most people go dual transfer cases to get the lowest ratios possible. But 5.29s will serve you right in the differentials.
Hey bro, where did you purchase your positive terminal red boot cover and cup holder??? Great looking truck man!! Thanks
Hey bro I purchased military grade terminal posts. You can find them on Amazon. Fastronix Military Spec Battery Terminal Top Post... www.amazon.com/dp/B00X36RILW/ref=cm_sw_r_sms_api_glt_fabc_B6TV2XB38AC1AXT5CEG4?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
where did you find the rock sliders?
Marlin crawler
Hey Chris !super nice truck ,! Congrats! I'm building one, almost done! I need a bench seat as well have not been able to find it. Any ideas? Other question about the rims... are those steel wheels with bead locks?
Jorge awesome build man. The bench seat I have is from an 85 . The wheels are steel with bead locks.
What's your plan with the bench if you do plan on going dual transfer case?
Just remove it and go with new reclinable bucket seats. Dual cases is far away for me. My transmission and transfer are geared lower then stock. So it does get me up and over but yes duals in the late future.
what percent tint is on that truck?
Og land cruiser color .. ✊✊
How is your bodywork soo perfect! Mine has got some rust action going on
I paid a body shop to remove and repair any small dents I had. I’ve been wheeling since this video and now she ain’t so pretty lol 😂
Nice truck
What paint and color did you use for this? That's so perfect!
Toyota sandstorm
Awesome job, your truck looks very nice. I want to ask what is the color code of the paint on the truck because I have a Land Cruiser 100 and should look very nice with that sand color or so.
It's a toyota color called sand storm. It's on the new tacomas.
whats the wheel/tire size? great looking truck in the middle of restoring a 86
33x10.50 on a 15 inch rim
Got wheels spacer also 1.50 behind the wheels.
Nice truck Christian. Mind if I ask where u got the paint and body done?
daniel calzada Thank you! A body shop called C and V auto body in Oxnard.
The color is the Toyota sandstone color used on the new gen Tacoma’s and runners.
Where you get that front bumper from ? did it came with the truck
I ordered this bumper from ebay for a 85 two wheel drive toyota.
MV rất hay, i like it ❤️💟✋
Does your truck have power steering? If so do u have video on it?
Christopher Christopher yes it has power steering. I do not have a video on it.
A question Toyota friends
To those who have raised their Toyotas arching the leaves (crossbows) of what measures are the shock absorbers that install them
And as they do so that the stabilizer bar reaches its place
Since the mechanical click that did the job let me loose the stabilizer bar
Thank you
Nice bench seats. Do you have the link or brand to guide me to find the same ones?
This bench was refurbished out of an 85 Toyota pickup.
I just wanna know what sub box that is. I cant find something thatll fit behind the seat in my 89 without moving the seat up
I put a 6 inch 100 watt Bazooka tube behind my bench seat in a 1989 regular cab.
@@ronsimmsfan2661 sweet do you think it was enough bass for you like i dont want to rattle my windows or anything but i want enough bass
Any updates?
fk dude thats nice.
What wheels are those 😱
Ben Ibarra the wheels are pro comp street locks.
Was your 33’s 11.50 or 12.50’s ?
I’m running 33x12.50
What rear bumper are you running ?
I’m running a marlin crawler rear bumper
Beautiful 😍
Just heard you say Ventura, you must have to smog still I take , might be moving there me-self.
knockout818 plenty of fun off roading and good camping not far away! Ventura has been a great place for it all
Henry Young thanks for the input, biggest obstacle there is going to be, the cost of living.