91 4runner on the operating table-- Needing to sell!

[GONZO97]

i plan on running 35s...so doubling up the packs works best? still pretty flexible though?

[GONZO97]

Alright everyone i know this thread has been dead for awhile so heres a little update on whats been going on....ive been doing little work on the axle parts here and there just working on getting them cleaned up ect....i finally went out and purchased my welder so now its time to get to work...i plan on going to marlin either tomorrow or thursday or friday at the latest to pick up some little parts in order to start beefing up the axle housing....as progress goes on ill post more info and pics....thanks guys
-Gonzo

[axled89]

nice bro.

[95toyrunner]

if you need any help let me know i'm in clovis and know a thing or two about 2nd gen runners

[GONZO97]

Thanks man i appreciate it ... us locals need to stick together lol....and being this is my first real build all the help will be greatly appreciated

[GONZO97]

I went by Marlin today on my way to work but only came out with the upper gusset brace for my axle they were currently out of knuckle ball kits...will call on monday and try to go and and pick them up will post pics on the progress

[GONZO97]

I know its been awhile I finally have the front axle all gusseted up now its just a matter of finding the money to go and get the knuckle service kit and some other things that im going to need. Ill try and post pics of the axle tonight!

[GONZO97]

Well guys here it is my 83 axle gusseted up and painted now im just waiting for money to get my knuckle service kit....here are the pics enjoy!

[86bobbedtoy]

sweet, its on its way

[lucky7]

Keep on it

[GONZO97]

Alright since the funds are lacking I started taking the engine apart trying to get down to mostly just the block in order to start the rebuild but does anyone know how i can do a compression test since the motor isnt in the car and is mostly just the block and heads? is a leak down test sufficient enough to know if the engine needs to be completely rebuilt?

[Joey88RUNR]

a leak down with just tell you if air leaking through the valves or past the rings...and no you cannot do a compression test with the motor out unless you are superman

[locked 4x4]

if you could hook up the starter to the engine and just use jumper cables to get it to turn over then you should be able to do a compression test.  Might be a little bit of a red neck job but i bet its possible.

[GONZO97]

yeah i figured it probably wouldnt be possible because its basically just the block and heads no electrical is hooked up at all....so whats the best way to tell if i need to rebuild it? any suggestions?

[GONZO97]

Well guys after class today I went by tg and got some goods they even threw in a free like sleeping pad or something lol check it out!

[GONZO97]

Also thought I would throw up a picture of whose been helping me this whole time!

hes checking to make sure i grinded the frame down properly lol

[GONZO97]

Alright guys well im going to try and run RUF so for those of you who have RUF could you give me an idea on how far foreward/back i need to mount the front spring hanger from the frame tubes? a measurement from eye to eye would be helpful thanks guys

[<MIKE>]

just tac on the front, put the spring on and then that will show you where to put your rear hangers. also look at the center pin and see where you want your axle to sit.

[GONZO97]

thats the thing haven't gotten my springs yet... I was thinking maybe I could get by without having them if i had the measurements but maybe i should be patient till i get the springs

[<MIKE>]

yes you could do it that way if you know the exact measurments from eye 2 eye along the length of the spring.. i did mine that way and it worked out.  just subtract an 1" 1/2 for the shackle angle and tac it on. but you might as well wait because you want to tac everything and then put it together and set it on the ground to check the angles and what not.

[<MIKE>]

i actually tac'd mine on and let it sit overnight and the next morning moved the shackle hangers back almost and inch because the springs had settled so much. just a thought

[GONZO97]

Definitely well maybe this weekend i can find me some rears from the pick a part here in town its just hard to find the time.... idk how comfortable id be letting the truck sit on just a tac'd spring hanger though lol

[<MIKE>]

oh don't worry about that. if you tac it decent it can sit for yrs because the weight is pushing on it. i've just set the weight of the truck down on the spring hangers with a jack as a safety without any tacs whatsoever. you would be suprised how stable it is. i know i was when my buddy showed me.

[<MIKE>]

one thing i did notice with your kit is that you have the frame tubes. i did mine with under the frame shackle mounts so scratch all that your going to have to be more precise with yours because you can only cut one hole. so ya you would be better off waiting till you get some springs.

[GONZO97]

Yeah I was thinking about that probably going to mount my shackle tubes first and then attach springs then tac up the front hanger.... and then make adjustments to the front rather than to cutting like six different holes in my frame

[<MIKE>]

ya that will work out.. just go in between the body mounts. thats where i see everyone elses. then just adjust your front hanger.

[GONZO97]

Thats the Plan!! So saturday im going hunting for my leaf springs so hopefully this weekend itll be sitting on its own weight....next pay check and im thinking itll be a rolling chasis!

[<MIKE>]

nice i can't wait to see it.. i'll be watching

[GONZO97]

Ok guys im at work right now and was thinking about this project now heres a question for everyone....I dont have any drivelines for the runner now I know I dont even have it running but what are all your guys' ideas? I was thinking maybe about doing square drivelines for front and back any objections or comments from those of you who are running them? Thanks guys.
-Gonzo

[<MIKE>]

i run a square up front. i love it. it vibes at high speeds but i usually dont go fast in 4wd. you will want to get the rear made at a shop and balanced if you plan on driving it on the road.