RBx 1988 4Runner Build-Up Thread
01-24-2011, 08:54 AM
#161
my other MC must have been bad. I bled all the breaks and nothing changed, so i picked up the 4wd 93' T100 MC. Not sure if it is the larger 1-1/6" size, besides i am just running stock V6 breaks, so i do not really need a larger MC as of now....but... the Subaru front calipers i got are pretty big, so we shall see if this master cylinder will do the trick.
Just something to think about.
01-25-2011, 04:14 AM
#163
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Sorry guys, i wil get some pics up tonight was busy yesterday fixing my horn, and installing Discovery Series I honkers....they work just like the Yota horns....constant hot with ground lift!
Subaru Calipers:
First off, finding a Supra, or even the 79-81 vintage is impossible at my local yards.
The Subaru Loyale is fairly common.
The calipers are quite large to accomodate the front vented rotors, yes front! Subaru fitted the front calipers with an e-brake. With that said, i'm hoping i won't have to turn down the SA toyota rotor to fit between the caliper pads.
I really like the transfercase park-brake, but really want to retain the e-brake as close to the wheel as possible, and i have an auto...boooo.
Last week i ordered some disc brake adapters from Davez, i plan on modifying them to fit the Suby calipers.
Like i said, these breaks have an actuating arm on them for the e-brake, i think i can modify it slightly to accept the Toyota cable pull.
Pics to follow..
Subaru Calipers:
First off, finding a Supra, or even the 79-81 vintage is impossible at my local yards.
The Subaru Loyale is fairly common.
The calipers are quite large to accomodate the front vented rotors, yes front! Subaru fitted the front calipers with an e-brake. With that said, i'm hoping i won't have to turn down the SA toyota rotor to fit between the caliper pads.
I really like the transfercase park-brake, but really want to retain the e-brake as close to the wheel as possible, and i have an auto...boooo.
Last week i ordered some disc brake adapters from Davez, i plan on modifying them to fit the Suby calipers.
Like i said, these breaks have an actuating arm on them for the e-brake, i think i can modify it slightly to accept the Toyota cable pull.
Pics to follow..
01-29-2011, 04:00 PM
#164
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Davez Disc Brake Adapters & 85 Subaru GL calipers
I will be altering the brackets to fit the calipers, i'll need to see what kind of spacer i need for the caliper to rotor distance so i can make it one strong piece.
I will be altering the brackets to fit the calipers, i'll need to see what kind of spacer i need for the caliper to rotor distance so i can make it one strong piece.
Last edited by RBX; 12-30-2014 at 04:33 AM.
01-31-2011, 05:33 AM
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off subject... a bit...
Earlier this month Swimmerboy2112 drove to my house to purchase some seats from me, and do a bit of wrenching with Irab88. With Swim's '86 next to my 88' (sorry no pics), he asked about the insulation and sound deadening i did. So we did a few tests...
First we knocked on the body panels with our knuckles....noticeable difference in sound, undeadened Runner sounds hollow and tinny, while my 4Wallet sounded like a thud, almost like the whole panel cavity was filled(it's not).
Then we opened a door and shut it...this again made a significantly different sound....
Standard Yota door goes....tingggggggg
Insulated & Deadened door goes....thud(like a German car), now i notice my side-view mirrors rattle when i shut the door.
The wife even commented the other day about how quiet the truck is inside.
My heater core is clogged/constricted, so i am not getting the nice typical Toyota heat, and the cab is comfortable once she has warmed up. So, the insulation is definitely making a difference.....FYI.
My neighbor has a diesel f250, he saw what i did to my rig, and now wants to do his because he says the diesel is really loud in the cab.
Earlier this month Swimmerboy2112 drove to my house to purchase some seats from me, and do a bit of wrenching with Irab88. With Swim's '86 next to my 88' (sorry no pics), he asked about the insulation and sound deadening i did. So we did a few tests...
First we knocked on the body panels with our knuckles....noticeable difference in sound, undeadened Runner sounds hollow and tinny, while my 4Wallet sounded like a thud, almost like the whole panel cavity was filled(it's not).
Then we opened a door and shut it...this again made a significantly different sound....
Standard Yota door goes....tingggggggg
Insulated & Deadened door goes....thud(like a German car), now i notice my side-view mirrors rattle when i shut the door.
The wife even commented the other day about how quiet the truck is inside.
My heater core is clogged/constricted, so i am not getting the nice typical Toyota heat, and the cab is comfortable once she has warmed up. So, the insulation is definitely making a difference.....FYI.
My neighbor has a diesel f250, he saw what i did to my rig, and now wants to do his because he says the diesel is really loud in the cab.
01-31-2011, 08:03 AM
#167
off subject... a bit...
Earlier this month Swimmerboy2112 drove to my house to purchase some seats from me, and do a bit of wrenching with Irab88. With Swim's '86 next to my 88' (sorry no pics), he asked about the insulation and sound deadening i did. So we did a few tests...
First we knocked on the body panels with our knuckles....noticeable difference in sound, undeadened Runner sounds hollow and tinny, while my 4Wallet sounded like a thud, almost like the whole panel cavity was filled(it's not).
Then we opened a door and shut it...this again made a significantly different sound....
Standard Yota door goes....tingggggggg
Insulated & Deadened door goes....thud(like a German car), now i notice my side-view mirrors rattle when i shut the door.
The wife even commented the other day about how quiet the truck is inside.
My heater core is clogged/constricted, so i am not getting the nice typical Toyota heat, and the cab is comfortable once she has warmed up. So, the insulation is definitely making a difference.....FYI.
My neighbor has a diesel f250, he saw what i did to my rig, and now wants to do his because he says the diesel is really loud in the cab.
Earlier this month Swimmerboy2112 drove to my house to purchase some seats from me, and do a bit of wrenching with Irab88. With Swim's '86 next to my 88' (sorry no pics), he asked about the insulation and sound deadening i did. So we did a few tests...
First we knocked on the body panels with our knuckles....noticeable difference in sound, undeadened Runner sounds hollow and tinny, while my 4Wallet sounded like a thud, almost like the whole panel cavity was filled(it's not).
Then we opened a door and shut it...this again made a significantly different sound....
Standard Yota door goes....tingggggggg
Insulated & Deadened door goes....thud(like a German car), now i notice my side-view mirrors rattle when i shut the door.
The wife even commented the other day about how quiet the truck is inside.
My heater core is clogged/constricted, so i am not getting the nice typical Toyota heat, and the cab is comfortable once she has warmed up. So, the insulation is definitely making a difference.....FYI.
My neighbor has a diesel f250, he saw what i did to my rig, and now wants to do his because he says the diesel is really loud in the cab.
Very true, come spring when i can stand to be outside and not be frozen i will be doing this.
01-31-2011, 04:39 PM
#173
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You say that now. From late May till Halloween it's over 100 every day. The best is about three weeks in August when the low at night is 95+. Just glad I put a window ac unit in my garage. I might trade.
02-01-2011, 02:38 AM
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i'll take sweat over cold any day....I don't mind the humidity either, even-though SoCal hasn't any.
And don't think winter is doesn't eat money, that's when i am purchasing stuff for spring.
My 5 year plan has me on the West Coast, just haven't picked where yet.
But....the trade off is...
Earthquakes, Mud Slides, and awful emission standards in the great state of CA. Maybe i'll move and keep my residence (vehicles) registered in MD....
BTW, i don't like scrapping ice.....incase you were wondering.
And don't think winter is doesn't eat money, that's when i am purchasing stuff for spring.
My 5 year plan has me on the West Coast, just haven't picked where yet.
But....the trade off is...
Earthquakes, Mud Slides, and awful emission standards in the great state of CA. Maybe i'll move and keep my residence (vehicles) registered in MD....
BTW, i don't like scrapping ice.....incase you were wondering.
02-02-2011, 01:53 PM
#176
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Very cold and rainy here so i put in the radio:
Bluetooth MIC, I'm going to replace or paint the sun damaged cover:
Bluetooth MIC, I'm going to replace or paint the sun damaged cover:
Last edited by RBX; 12-30-2014 at 04:41 AM.
02-03-2011, 08:11 AM
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And since adding my stereo, my twin 6.5" subs add a nice bit of low end.
Of, course they don't sound like 8" or even 12" but better then just the 3.5" front speakers, and the 3-way 6x9s in the rear seat area.
Of, course they don't sound like 8" or even 12" but better then just the 3.5" front speakers, and the 3-way 6x9s in the rear seat area.
02-06-2011, 11:20 AM
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E-Fan
Today:
Flushed the radiator, block and heater-core.
i now have Toyota heat again!!!! Yippee
Also took out the old corroded radiator and put in the new.
Installed Electric Fan
Villager/Quest 2 Speed Fan
Radiator, all metal larger 2 row.
DCC controller (wiring not tightened up yet
MR2 Alternator(not installed yet, back-ordered)
no there isn't alot of room to clear the old fan pulley.
Flushed the radiator, block and heater-core.
i now have Toyota heat again!!!! Yippee
Also took out the old corroded radiator and put in the new.
Installed Electric Fan
Villager/Quest 2 Speed Fan
Radiator, all metal larger 2 row.
DCC controller (wiring not tightened up yet
MR2 Alternator(not installed yet, back-ordered)
no there isn't alot of room to clear the old fan pulley.
Last edited by RBX; 12-30-2014 at 05:00 AM.
