Steve's 81 Toyota "angelo" build

[sixstringsteve]

Here you go brandon, there is help out there

http://helpguide.org/mental/adhd_add_adult_symptoms.htm

Symptoms of adult adhd:

Disorganization and Difficulty with Task Completion-

Poor organizational skills
Chronic procrastination or trouble getting started
Working on many projects simultaneously
Trouble with follow through on promises or commitments
Changing plans, enacting new schemes or career plans and the like
Difficulty structuring time and setting priorities (e.g., chronic lateness)
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Impulsivity-

A tendency to say what comes to mind without considering the timing or appropriateness of the remark
Difficulties with self-control
Spontaneous, spur-of-the-moment behaviors or comments
Frequently interrupting others when they are talking
A tendency toward addictive behaviors
Hyperactivity-

Physical or cognitive restlessness
Craves excitement, frequently searching for high stimulation
An intolerance of boredom
Attention Problems-

Easily distracted, trouble focusing attention (e.g., tunes out or drifts away in the middle of a page or a conversation)
Chronic forgetfulness
Inaccurate self-observation
Emotional Instability-

An ongoing tendency to worry excessively, that may alternate with disregard for actual dangers
A sense of insecurity
Mood swings
Chronic problems with self-esteem
Frequent boredom and discontent
A chronic sense of underachievement, of not meeting one's goals, regardless of actual performance
Low Stress Tolerance-

Impatient, doesn't deal well with frustration
Easily flustered, tense
Exaggerates the significance of negative events (i.e. makes "mountains out of molehills")
Short temper, likely with a history of explosive episodes


I admit that everyone has these traits to a degree, but in my case, these are my defining traits.

 

[ID Bronco]

I also have severe adult adhd. I used to think that ADD was a load of crap, and that everyone who gets tested gets diagnosed. I still think it's way over-diagnosed, but I'm a 100% believer that it is a real condition. It really does mess with the way you think. I think I'm addicted to the excitement of new things, so I'll buy something, play with it for a while, then sell it to buy the next thing and the cycle continues.

I'm trying to simplify my life and get over this addiction, so I'm trying to go to 2 or 3 cars at home instead of 4 or 5, with a trailer.

It's honestly a crappy way to live, and I'm working on getting over it, but all the ADD medication I had doubles my heart rate and isn't safe for me. Not trying to get sympathy, I just know others think I'm crazy (and, in a way, I am).

For instance. My dream car has always been a vintage mini cooper. So I went out and bought one two years ago. I had it for 6 months, raced it, drove it everywhere, got my kicks, then sold it. I had had my fill, and I knew what it was like to own one. I don't want one again now. I think the same thing is going on here (except I'll always want it again when I'm in Moab). I always wondered what it'd be like to build a killer rig, and to wheel something that didn't even struggle on the hard stuff. Now I know. I guess I live to have experiences. I like to experience things so I know what it's like. I guess with that mentality it's a miracle that I've never tried drugs or alcohol.

I'm sure that's way too much personal information for everyone...

As Chris Ledoux said, "I'd rather take ten seconds in the saddle for a lifetime of watching from the stands"

Good for you if it's your thing.

 

[sixstringsteve]

Thanks Bronco. I love life, and it's exciting, but my poor wife has been more than patient. It gets a little out of control at times, so I'm trying to learn to control it better. But I agree, I like my 10 seconds in the saddle.

 

[sixstringsteve]

I also see life as an opportunity to become something great. Each of these experiences pass through me, and leave me a better person. So even though I won't have the truck after it sells, I will have more patience, I'll be better at planning, estimating, fabricating, and balancing life. I've learned a lot.

Ok, I'll stop being philosophical now. Back to the truck. I'm hoping to get the pass slider on tonight, but it all depends on my level of motivation.

Also, the tailgate is getting close. I have to sand the inner panel, prime it, then paint it. Then swap on my new latches and bolt her up. It'll be nice to have a usable bed.

 

[zukijames]

steve.. i think you need to rent a uhaul and wheel that truck... other wise your always going to be saying i bet i could have gone right up that in my 81 but you'll never know and end up building another one..

 

[Marsh99]

I agree steve throw some 5.29s in and drive that sucker... I will let you drive mine saturday with 5.29's you will love it.

 

[sixstringsteve]

there's no doubt I'll love the 5.29s. That's $1000 out though, plus the cost of the aussie locker I'd like to install in the rear.

 

[sixstringsteve]

I want to start racing autocross again (Solo 2). Hence my desire to find a miata. This '81 will fund my race car.

 

[sixstringsteve]

If anyone wants to see this in person, it'll be out at lil moab this saturday. Meet at the crossroads chevron in saratoga at 11.

 

[sixstringsteve]

if you guys know anyone interested in a killer rig like this, shoot me a pm or text with an offer. The worst I can say is "no."

 

[864runner]

How do you get $1,000 for 5.29's? even with an aussie you wouldn't break $1,000 If we did all the work ourselves.

 

[sixstringsteve]

It's the way I build things. I don't just do the bare minimum, I replace everything when I'm in there.

Here's how I break it down.

Front 5.29s - $200
Rears 5.29s - $200
Bearings/diff rebuild kit - $250 ea

Labor to install gears & Bearings - $150 per axle
Aussie locker - $300 + labor to install

So that's $1350, that's how I get $1000

I don't know how to do gear setups, and I only trust sixstates to do it.

And that's why I'm asking so much for this truck. When I go in there, I say "since I'm in here anyway, I might as well replace everything." Part of my anxiety comes from wondering "I wonder if those diff bearings were worn or not," so I always eliminate that possibility.

 

[864runner]

Installing gears is not that hard Steve, I've done everything except remove the pinion gear and I'm sure that can't be that hard, when I installed my locker by myself I felt like an idiot for paying someone to install my gears.

I know how you like to replace stuff even if its not necessary but I still think it can be done cheaper than what you are thinking, and you know I'm always willing to help you work on anything.

 

[Cascadia]

Hey Steve, there is a toyota on ksl with 5.29s front and rear and lock rights front and rear. It's an 89 I think but has an 82 solid axle swap. It also has lock rights front and rear, although I know you don't really like them. He is asking 800 obo for the whole truck. Thought it would be worth you looking at.

I'll donate to the "Get Steve Gears Fund" if others will. Ha.

 

[sixstringsteve]

You guys are too nice.

That's a sweet deal cascadia. Unfortunately, I don't even have the $800 to swing it. I'm still trying to pay off my drivelines and shocks and other parts. Somebody should jump on that.

 

[Cascadia]

Ya, I don't know much of toyotas but I know it's got worth that in parts on it for sure. I'm sure someone reading your build can use it. Hopefully you don't have to get rid of it but good luck with whatever happens. I'd gladly pay $10k for your truck if my jeep was gone and I was in the market. I'd also gladly pay $11k for your Taco if my truck was gone but I'm in the same boat as you and can't seem to sell it. Crappy market right now!!

 

[sixstringsteve]

yeah, it sucks to sell anything right now. Thanks Cascadia. Are you coming out to little moab with us on Sat?

 

[Max Power]

Deleted post to be curtious.

 

[sixstringsteve]

Thanks Max. You da man.

 

[sixstringsteve]

I got the pass side slider on tonight, as well as the front bump stops. I'm ready to wheel!