1989 Toyota Pickup IDEAS

[KyD89DLX]

I got an '89 Toyota Pickup Deluxe 4x4 and I'm trying to brainstorm some ideas to make it better than it already is.

Right now it's got the 3vze with a 5 speed. 4.10:1 ratio with IFS, and it's got 31's..no lift. I'm getting 2.5 Magnaflow exhaust from the cat next week, and saving some cash for the ARB Snorkel.

Anyone have more ideas or experience with one of these trucks I would appreciate some input. Thank you!

 

[Rot Box]

Sounds like a good start

A rear locker and dual transfercases (or lower transfer case gears) would make great upgrades for anything above mild four wheeling.

 

[newtoy]

I guess it depend on how much you are willing to spend. rear locker is always a good start though

 

[Tacoma]

That snorkel is a waste of money in the desert.


I'd say long-arm it and get some fiberglass fenders. Baja, baby!!!

 

[KyleWS]

Sas, and dual cases are THE BEST investment, you wont ever look back and say, "why the hell did i do that..." Trust me.

 

[KyD89DLX]

I'm using it as a daily driver right now also. Would the dual t-cases screw me on the highway?

 

[Tacoma]

Ummmm no, not unless you're driving around in double low.

Why would they?

 

[KyD89DLX]

I don't know. I'm a tard. I've never had a truck with double cases and I know nothing about them.

 

[Rot Box]

Here's some good tech on the dual t-case setups http://www.marlincrawler.com/htm/transfercase/dual_07_intro.htm

 

[Tacoma]

I don't know. I'm a tard. I've never had a truck with double cases and I know nothing about them.

It's better to ask, I guess!! :greg:

 

[OREGON85]

A locker in the rear is going to be the best start for sure.

 

[NOTATOY]

Ditch the ifs and solid axle swap it, you'll be 100 times happier if you ever take it on the trail.

 

[jesse]

just wheel it for a while. my friend had a lot of fun with one of those trucks with nothing but a set of 31" ltb's

 

[SLC97SR5]

Rear locker all the way and some rock sliders. These will keep you streetable and the locker will improve trail performance 100% and the sliders will give you a safety buffer and some confidence to put that locker to use.

 

[SUPERFLY]

Rear locker all the way and some rock sliders. These will keep you streetable and the locker will improve trail performance 100% and the sliders will give you a safety buffer and some confidence to put that locker to use.

i agree with sliders and dual cases, but im gonna venture out and say weld the rear thats the best mod ive ever made to my toy. 25,000 miles later, i still rock a welded rear diff, dont let anyone talk you out of it..

 

[Paul R]

Well you are obviously going to get different answers from everyone as we all have slightly different builds and backgrounds/uses. Depending on what you want to be able to do with your truck you need to decide what kind of terrain and how extreme you are realisticaly going to get.

If it were me and I daily drove it I would do it in this order:
#1 Sliders/Bumpers
#2 Mild lift (1.5-2.5") OME or otherwise...
#3 Agressive tires that are comparable for the terrain you desire
#4 Rear SELECTABLE Locker it is really nice if you can unlock on snow/icy roads in the winter you can get by without selectable but I went from welded to selectable on my old truck and I loved it...
#5 Dual Cases they are nice and worth the money if you have it.

Wheel it like that for a while, and if you feel you want to do more with it then go for a SAS etc. But it can quickly get away from you after that and you'll start being less and less streetable...

You have a great rig to start with though, the Toyota trucks are very capable rigs and as you wheel it you can get a feel with where you want to go with it. Don't make the mistake of not going out until it is completely built. Wheel it see how it feels see what you want to do with it and have fun! .

 

[hillbillysteve]

I have recently got into wheeling ,and over the winter i installed 4.7:1 T-case gears and a rear locker , and some sliders. The gears are awsome and only effect low range so it will be ok on the road . I don't need to mention the locker except once you have one you will want ANOTHER!!! And the sliders are a must if you want to continue to close your doors.

 

[kevowheeler]

Toyota truck

Here are some things to consider (some are similar to others):

1). Heavy duty bumper & winch (you need protection up front, and solid anchor points for a yank - also, if you're stuck, you'll want a winch to get out)

2). 2" OME lift

3). get some FJ Cruiser wheels (16"). Going cheap on Craigslist for ~ $200 for set of 5. Then put on some aggressive tires - go used if you can't afford new. This would be a great upgrade.

4). Rear locker.

5). Nice rear bumper http://www.marlincrawler.com/htm/r_bumper.htm
(check bottom of the link) for better clearance in the rocks.

6). Rock sliders.

7). Lower gearing (Marlincrawler.com or Inchwormgear.com)


Most likely, while you're building it and wheeling it things will be breaking down, too. So expect a few expenses in keeping your truck running.