Topic: My 1983 HiLux build updated

[zeros215]

Hi everyone my name is Anthony, I just picked up an old 83 hilux for $1,000 it come with a brand new 22r engine which i will be getting friday! After reading some of the other posts I figured it was a good idea to be on these forums for feedback. Im learning every day so any input is much appreciated!

[zeros215 [OP]]

Eeeew that engine harness is a nightmare I hope the new engine I pick up on friday has one haha. If not thats going to be fun a re-do haha

[zeros215 [OP]]

heres a picture of the engine that is in the truck right now. Amazingly it runs but has a rod knock

[TheCookieMonster]

looks pretty good. what are you plans for it besides the new motor ??

[zeros215 [OP]]

well I want to be able to drive it on the street, with 33s. It would be nice to fit some 35-37s on trail though. Im a college student on a budget but I lots of resources. I was thinking about the chevy 63 idea since its common and cheap but right now im going to start on the frame and paint it, get new brakes & lines, gas tank relocation, fuel lines, power steering belt and master bushing kit.

[zeros215 [OP]]

finished painting the cab black. ill have pictures up friday and the engine R&R

[bigarms23]

great platform to start with

[zippo]

the First gens are my favorite!

[zeros215 [OP]]

update finally got my engine! started working out the engine harness and labeling it so i can re do it. heres some pictures! I also started taking the rest of the dash out, I'm planning one making a sheet metal on with some new gauges soon!

[zeros215 [OP]]

haha and a crawler egg for easter!

[zeros215 [OP]]

hey guys what kind of radiators can i swap in the place of the stock one. im trying to get a upgraded one so be creative.

[CrazyYota]

86 turbo 3 core radiator will bolt up!

http://www.partstrain.com/store/details/Toyota/Pickup/CSF/Radiator/1986/Base_Turbo/4_Cyl_2-dot-4L/W0133-1604129.html

[zeros215 [OP]]

well got the old engine out finally! here are some crappy pictures from my phone sorry forgot to get good pictures while i was working the old engine under a tarp next to my house!bad picture but theres the input shaft!

[12 valve]

will that radiator help it run cooler

[zeros215 [OP]]

im hoping so, it is for the turboed engine so im sure it will be better then stock.

[zeros215 [OP]]

picked up a grill from a 4runner im going to adapt it onto my truck!and some cleaning of the engine bay didnt have much time to work but i thought i would put up some better pictures

[zeros215 [OP]]

Hey guys is ebay a good place to pick up a 32/36 electic choke carb kit? they are only $300 there and 500 everywhere else.

[-Jake-]

I'd rebuild a stock aisin carb and run it

[zeros215 [OP]]

ok thats what ill do then since it will be loads cheaper

[-Jake-]

ok thats what ill do then since it will be loads cheaper

They're really good carbs IMO

[zeros215 [OP]]

hella lot cheaper i can save for some better parts

[zeros215 [OP]]

heya guys i have a question. the heating and air conditioning unit on these trucks takes up alot of space in the cab, is there any other way of getting only defrost i dont care much for heating or ac. let me know your ideas im gonna draw something up tomorrow. maybe a tube with an inline fan on a switch bringing in engine bay heat to the window? idk give me some ideas fellas! thanks

[zeros215 [OP]]

well heres alil something i was thinking about while at school let me know what you think, its based off heat from the engine.

[zeros215 [OP]]

20 amp maybe alil overkill

[12 valve]

the heater in my 79 sux i need it in the winter time

[zeros215 [OP]]

I just dont really need all that excess stuff in the cab and engine bay, all i need is an efficient way of defrosting my window. The cold is why they made jackets.

[SFD4x4]

I agree! I pulled out my heater core last year, my speakers look much better in its place.

[zeros215 [OP]]

i was thinking about building a lock box in its place but a sub would be pretty cool now that i think about it

[SFD4x4]

Here is what I did.  Your build looks good.  I have an 83 also.

[zeros215 [OP]]

thats bad  man! got any specs on it? oh and if anyone know how to identify features from a vin number please tell me i want to find out exactly what model pickup i have.