Author Topic: Her Name is Frank (Read 363870 times)

Twisted Minis · « **on:** Apr 18, 2007, 06:36:05 PM »

So I've gotten a few messages from people asking to see pictures of my truck. And 82 HiLux convinced me to start a thread on it. Its definitely a different direction than where you guys are going, so let me know what you think.

First, a little introduction. The name stuck from early days of the build. I had parts from about 10 different trucks within the first month of the build. So my ladyfriend says "You should call it Frank, for Frankenstein." So it stuck. And at some point it evolved into "Her Name Is Frank." And I got a sign cut out for it too.

Okay so a couple specs on the truck. Pretty much everything is rebuilt. Have a 20R with a cam, bigger valves and a Thorley header, 2 1/4" exhaust and Maganflow cat and Muffler. Rebuilt rear axle and driveshaft. Need to find another transmission to rebuild, 1st and reverse are a little rough for my likings. Frame is powdercoated blue, engine bay and dash are painted 2007 Toyota Voodoo blue off the new FJ Cruisers. Has a custom built 3 link, with two rear suspension bars mounted on shackles. And 4 wheel disc brakes. And onto some pictures.

The chassis.

And a before and after picture, roughly 14 months apart.

Let me know what you think.

I parked it next to an 81 on 35s at school today, just waiting on him to send me the picture.
And it goes out to bodywork this weekend.

blackdiamond · « **Reply #1 on:** Apr 18, 2007, 06:56:27 PM »

Actually, I think the name says it all. "Her name is Frank" makes me think of a woman that is trying to pass herself off as a man. Personally, I would rather have the original truck and the cash spent on the transformation.

Having said that, I can respect the quality of the work.

*****UPDATE BEGIN*****
It has been brought to my attention today, 9/21/2017, that this post from more than a decade ago was in poor taste. I apologize and would refer everyone to post #38 and also this thread were some of the damaged bridges were repaired:

http://board.marlincrawler.com/index.php?topic=40160.msg493265#msg493265
*****UPDATE END*****

Gittinit · « **Reply #2 on:** Apr 18, 2007, 08:06:51 PM »

That thing is cool! I would like to see it with a v8 but it is still cool!

AaronB · « **Reply #3 on:** Apr 18, 2007, 08:27:32 PM »

nice job. Did you have to body drop it at all?

alwayzbroken · « **Reply #4 on:** Apr 18, 2007, 08:41:29 PM »

Very Cool

Duffil · « **Reply #5 on:** Apr 18, 2007, 09:04:00 PM »

Quote from: Aaronb on Apr 18, 2007, 08:27:32 PM

nice job. Did you have to body drop it at all?

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1980 2WD truck. Bagged and bodydropped, rebuilt motor with big cam, header and performance clutch. Powdercoated frame, 4 wheel discs.

iNfErNaL · « **Reply #6 on:** Apr 18, 2007, 09:18:40 PM »

Quote from: blackdiamond on Apr 18, 2007, 06:56:27 PM

Actually, I think the name says it all. "Her name is Frank" makes me think of a woman that is trying to pass herself off as a man. Personally, I would rather have the original truck and the cash spent on the transformation.

Having said that, I can respect the quality of the work.

Well rather than making a smart ass remark,why don't you just not reply?.If you can respect the quality of work on the rig why not just say that and nothing else.Not everyone has the same taste as you,I personally think the BD Runner looks like ass,but I stay off your thread.I don't know Twisted Minis personally but I think his mini is sweet,if I thought it looked like

,I wouldn't reply on his thread where he is trying to show people his mini truck and put him down.Just my

.

Loosekannon · « **Reply #7 on:** Apr 18, 2007, 09:20:51 PM »

I remember those days $Beer Chug\'n$ have fun.... looks good
I was kinda dicking around with the idea of getting a 2 wheel yota and doing the same, see what happens after the F-toy is done

Twisted Minis · « **Reply #8 on:** Apr 18, 2007, 09:52:37 PM »

Quote from: gittinit on Apr 18, 2007, 08:06:51 PM

That thing is cool! I would like to see it with a v8 but it is still cool!

I thought about it. Then I remembered I live in the wonderful state of California.

Quote from: Aaronb on Apr 18, 2007, 08:27:32 PM

nice job. Did you have to body drop it at all?

Its bodydropped 2 inches. I have lowered Saturn seats in it. I just barely fit.

Quote from: Infernal on Apr 18, 2007, 09:18:40 PM

Well rather than making a smart ass remark,why don't you just not reply?.If you can respect the quality of work on the rig why not just say that and nothing else.Not everyone has the same taste as you,I personally think the BD Runner looks like ass,but I stay off your thread.I don't know Twisted Minis personally but I think his mini is sweet,if I thought it looked like ,I wouldn't reply on his thread where he is trying to show people his mini truck and put him down.Just my .

I actually expected more comments like his than anything. I wasn't going to post pictures of anything until I got a 4wd. But, I guess its not so much like the Pirate board over here.

Twisted Minis · « **Reply #9 on:** Apr 18, 2007, 09:53:22 PM »

This is what it looks like rolling.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=exk5miqdCHU

82 HiLux · « **Reply #10 on:** Apr 18, 2007, 10:09:22 PM »

Id rather have a 4x4 than a 2x4 because mainly the type of driving style I am into. I like rocks and mud and hills so I have a 4x4. But the work done on this truck is pretty awesome. Everybody should be able to respect a well built truck or car, unless you are really closed minded.

dude you should save up and get a lexus v8 for it and swap it in. That would be AWESOME. A ton of work though, and not to mention really expensive $$$$

nice truck I like it. It needs a bed though

Twisted Minis · « **Reply #11 on:** Apr 18, 2007, 10:20:53 PM »

I like to drive on rocks and mud and hills and stuff too. Most of my friends actually have lifted trucks, and I had a Blazer before. Hell, I grew up in a 4WD fab shop. I just happen to like minitrucks too. And I'm looking for another Toyota to build up, with 35s or so. People just seem to want more for a beat 4WD than a beat 2WD. Lol.

And it does need a bed. The bed it came with was junk. The bed I have now is pretty decent, but it needs a lot of work before it will fit. I have to frame out a floor and sides to support the bed because of the way they're made. I'm going to work on the bed after I get it back from bodywork. For now, I'm bagging a Mazda for a customer to build up funds to finish the bed and paint it, and get a 4WD truck.

skipnrocks · « **Reply #12 on:** Apr 18, 2007, 10:22:38 PM »

I dont think I have ever seen something so clean!! You did a great job of keeping everything clean and organized. Any Ideas for paint yet?

82 HiLux · « **Reply #13 on:** Apr 18, 2007, 10:23:28 PM »

with the 4x4 make sure you buy top of the line

parts!

Twisted Minis · « **Reply #14 on:** Apr 18, 2007, 10:24:19 PM »

Quote from: 82 HiLux on Apr 18, 2007, 10:09:22 PM

dude you should save up and get a lexus v8 for it and swap it in. That would be AWESOME. A ton of work though, and not to mention really expensive $$$$

I'd like too, but I don't want to cut a hole in my hood. I worked hard to keep the stock motor under the hood, dropped the motor and built a new sump style oilpan for it to keep stock oil capacity just low profile. Dropped the aircleaner box, and its still tight. Also like you said $$$. What I'll probably end up doing is swapping to EFI, and getting a 20R EFI head from DOA Racing. I've got all the stuff I need to swap to EFI other than the tank, but I'll probably just use an electric pump on the stock tank.

Twisted Minis · « **Reply #15 on:** Apr 18, 2007, 10:27:29 PM »

Quote from: 82 HiLux on Apr 18, 2007, 10:23:28 PM

with the 4x4 make sure you buy top of the line parts!

Thats assuming I buy parts. Lol. If I do thats where I will go, but I make just about everything I use.

Quote from: skipnrocks on Apr 18, 2007, 10:22:38 PM

I dont think I have ever seen something so clean!! You did a great job of keeping everything clean and organized. Any Ideas for paint yet?

The exterior will be all Voodoo Blue like the dash and engine bay. I'm also thinking about doing a small stripe down the side of the truck, following the bodyline that starts in the fender and fades in the door. Have the stripe start otu small in the front and get bigger out back. And at the back start to cut off like on old Mopars. Kind of hard to explain, but I see it well in my head. The truck is getting painted flat blue before final paint and I'm going to see if I like it then first. Just want something clean and simple that doesnt pull attention from the rest of the truck.

Talon84x4 · « **Reply #16 on:** Apr 18, 2007, 10:44:45 PM »

Clean job

There are more mini trucks in my neck of the woods than 4x4's, couple yotas too

I like the lexus emblem on the grill, nice touch, and want to lift my gas tank up like that as well

yotaboy79 · « **Reply #17 on:** Apr 18, 2007, 10:49:23 PM »

not my cup of tea but definetly some quality work and lots of time and planning and it looks like that time and planning payed off
keep up the good work
kyle

MiniSimp · « **Reply #18 on:** Apr 19, 2007, 07:53:41 AM »

Very nice!
I don't have the patience to build anything that clean.
Did you weld additional plating on the bottom of the frame?

toy4x4ota · « **Reply #19 on:** Apr 19, 2007, 08:09:21 AM »

that is the lowest toyota i have ever seen. awesome work, cant wait to see it with a bed on it

TacoStewie · « **Reply #20 on:** Apr 19, 2007, 08:29:03 AM »

looks good you just need a big

sticker on the hood

sloyota · « **Reply #21 on:** Apr 19, 2007, 08:51:09 AM »

I've seen a few of these mini's on the 101 in Santa Rosa. In Ukiah one day at the shell on Talmage.A guy parked the back of this truck under mine.he took some photos of it.i got respect for the labor that goes into one of these,every thing has to dialed,kinda like 4x4,cause if you dont they can be scary to drive..If i ever see you on the freeway I'll try not drive over you..good luck on your build..

jimbo74 · « **Reply #22 on:** Apr 19, 2007, 08:58:30 AM »

i have a w55 2wd tranny if you want... CHEAP!

chim · « **Reply #23 on:** Apr 19, 2007, 09:10:03 AM »

Your turning radius sucks! But its cool!

weirdtimes_7 · « **Reply #24 on:** Apr 19, 2007, 10:17:36 AM »

That thing is pretty sweet.. wish i had those Fab skills

military_stang

Twisted Minis · « **Reply #25 on:** Apr 19, 2007, 01:00:22 PM »

Quote from: jimbo74 on Apr 19, 2007, 08:58:30 AM

i have a w55 2wd tranny if you want... CHEAP!

How much you want for it? I'd like to rebuild it and swap it out. Maybe put a lighter flywheel and a centerforce clutch in it.

Quote from: chim on Apr 19, 2007, 09:10:03 AM

Your turning radius sucks! But its cool!

That video is the first time I drove it. I've gotten better at U-turns. But it does suck. I need 3 lanes to flip a pregnant dog.

Oh yeah, forgot this. Its in this months MiniTruckin' magazine.

DTB · « **Reply #26 on:** Apr 19, 2007, 01:10:46 PM »

Thats fawkin sick...nice work..

AaronB · « **Reply #27 on:** Apr 19, 2007, 02:08:03 PM »

Quote from: Twisted Minis on Apr 19, 2007, 01:00:22 PM

How much you want for it? I'd like to rebuild it and swap it out. Maybe put a lighter flywheel and a centerforce clutch in it.

That video is the first time I drove it. I've gotten better at U-turns. But it does suck. I need 3 lanes to flip a pregnant dog.

Oh yeah, forgot this. Its in this months MiniTruckin' magazine.

Very nice

milla85 · « **Reply #28 on:** Apr 19, 2007, 04:01:39 PM »

where did you get the grille?

limegreen82 · « **Reply #29 on:** Apr 19, 2007, 07:37:25 PM »

Truck is very nice. i just got an 80 2wd that i want to shave and bag it. on some clean 18s.

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