Bananaclip's 1.1 Trail Toy

[Bananaclip]

Guy's as some of you know I am a big jeep fan. I have owned, built and hit the trails in at least 8 wranglers and 2 XJ's to date. I have always had a soft spot for older toyota's but they are very hard to find in decent shape in Wv (SALT). I have been chasing a certain second gen for the past 7 years but the original owner would never budge. A few weeks ago this gentleman called me out of the blue and asked if I was still interested in buying his truck (he was getting ready to retire). I was in shock and the timing wasn't good at all. We are expecting our first son in May. My better half was well aware of the truck and knew how long I have obsessed over it. She gave me the green light and that starts this thread! I am the proud owner of a very solid all original 84 extended cab







22r w 180,000 on the clock



This build is going to be slow do to the new addition coming but I already purchased, energy suspension body mounts, ruff stuff's ideal 63 kit with new perches and shock mounts, and I picked up some chevy leafs!

[tacocat]

wow im jealous!!!!!!! i passed on a clean 85 a little while ago in favor of a samurai and ive been regretting it recently. keep us posted on your build

[Bananaclip]

Yeah I consider myself very lucky. I bet you are kicking yourself. These little trucks have so much character. I will keep posting. I'm going for low with 33's or 35's, double cases, bobbed, gears, selectable lockers, etc. should be a pretty cool little yoder.

[1BadJeepBruiser]

Wow that's that's clean

[Metal Masher]

That is way nice considering it's from the east coast! I wish i could keep my 88 4-runner but alas i got to sell it for other projects.

[87Matchief]

Nice ive always liked the 22r motors etc sweet truck man, congrats on the new baby as well!

[Bananaclip]

Originally Posted by 1BadJeepBruiser

Wow that's that's clean

I found a few areas that need attention but I am very happy brother

Originally Posted by Metal Masher

That is way nice considering it's from the east coast! I wish i could keep my 88 4-runner but alas i got to sell it for other projects.

Yeah east coast is hard on old yotas

Originally Posted by 87Matchief

Nice ive always liked the 22r motors etc sweet truck man, congrats on the new baby as well!

Thank you

Updates..... Took the truck to my buddies shop for some inspection and repair.



following interior and front end removal I am very happy. I did have some typical areas under the heal area on both the driver and passenger floorboards. Out came the 4.5 and I now have a great view of the ground.



Next off came the bed for frame cleaning and inspection.




The frame looks amazing

The best update for today was my latest purchase..............A parts rig I stole this one for $500 bux





The donor truck is an 88 with
-Clean Frame
-Complete and running 22re
-T case for my double cases
-3 inch wider rear axle
-steering box for my highsteer
-very nice aisin hubs
-doors for half doors!!!!
-Fenders in the cab for the trail
-spare driveshaft's
And whatever else I need. This purchase will save me a ton of loot.

[Sarra]

Well, you went too fast. Go slower, it'll prevent that from happening int he future.

[Bananaclip]

I have been putting in some serious hours on the toy. Many updates to report and I am close to having her out of the shop

New floors in with a bit of a tub for tire clearance




Frame and front tub is rust free with a fresh coat of epoxy





All panels and bed back on with sanding and taping done!!!!!





Paint is tomorrow!!!!!!!!!!

[ScGRaceR]

any updates?

[Bananaclip]

I do have some updates to report. I have the truck back home! I just received my Yukon gears with install kits a few days ago. I've started on my front bumper and have the winch plate knocked out. I'm trying to decide if I'm going to bob the bed or not. I know the benifits of the bobbed bed and love the looks but the bed is so damn nice. Idk it's a toy right? I will post some pics tomorrow guys

[Shinjari]

Where are the updates...too slow...