1985 Toyota 4x4 Pickup Truck/Hilux - Review

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After 10 years of ownership, I’ve spent a good amount of time repairing just about everything on this truck from the frame, to replacing engine, body & paint work, and all kinds of mechanical stuff. It’s about time I do a full review and show you all the details of the 1985 Toyota Pickup (or Hilux if you’re outside North America.)
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33x10.5" BFG Terrain T/A KO2 Tires: amzn.to/307VO6J
35x12.5" Dick Cepek Mud Country tires have been discontinued, replaced by Extreme Country: amzn.to/306P9tG
Pro Comp 4" Lift
2" Body Lift
Trail Gear Hi Steer Kit: amzn.to/38fO6fd
IFS Steering Box Frame Mount plates: amzn.to/3ruIOUM
LED headlights: amzn.to/3e1Kd1i
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Bed Armor Bed Liner Kit Black, Roll-on: amzn.to/3quMpkl
Bed Armor Sandstorm Aerosol (sprayed on top of roll-on kit) amzn.to/3rmPhkG
LCE Exhaust Studs
K&N Air Filter (for 22R) amzn.to/3ed24T8
Hi-Lift Jack: amzn.to/3bpUvXt
1994 v6 4runner master cylinder
1988 IFS rear axle (3" wider)
SKY IFS front widening kit
Front Range offroad twin-stick
1995 4runner v6 calipers
land cruiser FJ60 vented rotors
IFS hubs
5.29 Yukon Gears: amzn.to/3ehROZH
Front axle - Aussie locker: amzn.to/3ca2mY7
Rear axle - ARB air locker: amzn.to/3sYerXo
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@DirtyJoe3 4 года назад

You have more information on this truck in a single 14 minute video than most of the Toyota forums. This needs to be linked and stickied to all of them, excellent resource.

@6thGearGarage 4 года назад

Thanks! It took a while to put this one together, but should help a lot of people interested in these trucks.

@canadaplace2be176 4 года назад

@@6thGearGarage u have a Toyota truck? Year?

@tex_gil117 3 года назад

100% agreed. Great vid.

@xxBLKSNXxx 3 года назад

Toyota would sell so many if they went back to this style.

@AlexGonzalez-jw9mh 3 года назад

Shoot facts

@TheFox2racing 2 года назад

And they would sell even more if they brought back the straight axle. 😎👍👍

@jaden5137 2 года назад

Sadly they can’t make them that sturdy anymore because of EPA regulations

@Bruceillest101 2 года назад

They would sell millions if they still had the 85’ price tag

@joalvarez6252 2 года назад

I own a 2017 Taco but I would trade it in a heart beat for a 1985 Turbo diesel Hilux! A beast of a truck!

@joem2829 4 года назад

Bought a new 4Runner in 86 and still daily drive it today👍🏻

@jason127x99 4 года назад

Joe M nice! How many miles on it?

@joem2829 4 года назад

jason127x99 284,000

@210SAi 4 года назад

My uncle had the 1st year in Red with the removable hard top. He kept it immaculate until his ex got it in the divorce

@tronaboron2064 4 года назад

🍻

@seraph512 4 года назад

@@210SAi feelsbadman.jpeg Im putting my '84 22re Celica project in the prenup. she can have everything else.

@OhYeahAboutThat 4 года назад

"1985 Toyota pickup. When a truck was still a truck." How am I ever going to top that??!! Great video!

@6thGearGarage 4 года назад

Thanks! I'm sure you'll think of something while driving in comfort :P

@thepaininducer8531 4 года назад

6th Gear Garage not sure if you’ve seen it but Top Gear says that in a toughest trucks episode

@legionario4310 4 года назад

I have an 1984 pristine condition 22R, I found it in California and bought it from a guy that only used it for camping, not abused, no rust, and with a little bit of love I got to restore it, and I simply love it!! I own a 2019 BMW X5 and a 1982 Mercedes 300D, but the car that I enjoy the most driving is my faithful 22R, I use it as a daily driver, it came with A/C, so it has everything I need! I'm planning on lift the suspension but at the same time I want to keep it stock. Amazing video and congratulations on that beautiful truck! Cheers from Guatemala :)

@PzKpfw04 3 года назад

Sold my '85 in 2015 and kick myself for it regularly. I loved that truck.

@ianenterline9789 4 года назад

I love these 80s Yotas so much. I’ll never get rid of my 88 4Runner.

@tronaboron2064 4 года назад

But if you do shoot me a message!🤘💥🍻

@Efesios--lz7xn 4 года назад

Ian Enterline I ‘ll never get rid of My 1989 Toyota pick up She keeps running Like a champ

@Bloodbain88 4 года назад

I hate to but my '92 Toyota 4x4 pickup is going to the scrapyard. The rust on mine is worse than even what he showed here, the torsion bars broke off the frame, the frame is crumbled to dust, the body is rusted to dust, and to top it off the engine threw a rod and you can put your fist through the block.

@ryankc3631 4 года назад

I owned an '85 4x4 for 19 years. It never left me stranded.

@jason127x99 4 года назад

RyanKC when I bought mine in 2010 (85 extra cab) it had 308k on it. Some didn't take care of the coolant system and between the head and block it got a cavity which mixed my oil and coolant together. Still drove home. Got a rebuilt motor and she's going strong again.

@fantabuloussnuffaluffagus 3 года назад

Had an 83, 93, 02, and now a 13. I miss the 83 the most.

@cootsluicer 4 года назад

I bought mine brand new in 85 its a awesome truck currently rebuilding it

@clutchitup8565 4 года назад

That's incredible

@lakasngamatzko4523 4 года назад

👍👍 !!

@deathmetalsl 4 года назад

My jaw hit the floor and stayed that way for the duration of this entire video! You deserve only good things sir!

@kippaseo8027 4 года назад

When I was 7 years old my dad took me to the Toyota dealership and told me to pick out a new pick up truck. I picked out a beautiful blue Toyota 4 by 4 with a giant silver stripe going down the side. My dad drove that pick up for 4 years before trading up to a 1990 Toyota 4 runner SR5. It was like trading up to A Cadillac or Lexis compared to that bouncy blue 4 by 4.

@paulmartinez8337 3 года назад

I am a CJ Jeep guy. But I have the utmost respect for that Toyota pickup truck. In fact I would love to have one.

@vk2aafhamradio 2 года назад

Nice wrap on the pickup. I'm in eastern Australia, have had a 1987 YN58R Hilux Xtra Cab since 2013. 2WD 2.2 4Y with super-rare Aisin-Warner 03-71 3p + OD automatic. 4Y is a common forklift engine. Absolutely runs out of puff at 4000rpm, but that's not a bad thing. These low-revving, madly-overbuilt engines are known to run >500,000km without rebuild in the Hilux. Mine is running on LPG Autogas, which can't wash oil off the cylinder walls, so engines last much longer. Nearly all taxis in Aus run on LPG. There are million-km examples of 4Ys on Autogas. Mine is just getting started with 240,000km (149,000mi). Rust is just not a thing in Australia provided you don't live near the coast. Worthwhile mods include removing the clutch fan and using a 16 inch electric fan instead. When you only have 91hp to start with, a 15hp parasitic loss at 3500rpm is noticeable in acceleration and fuel consumption. As you note, just keep replacing the wear parts and you will have one of these literally forever.

@CoastalKite 4 года назад

“Forget about power seats.” -Toyota Pickups 1985-2019

@CoastalKite 4 года назад

@@m.youtube.com-r Cause I'm short!

@XploreAz 4 года назад

@@CoastalKite but once you set the seat in the position you like, why do you need a power seat?

@CoastalKite 4 года назад

Power seats usually raise more than mechanical seats do. I cannot raise my mechanical seat in my Tacoma high enough.

@diggerguy1642 4 года назад

Forget about power under the hood too.

@agentnugent1021 4 года назад

"Nice set of wheels! Lets see what she can do..next green light"

@cody8564 4 года назад

What kind of wheels are they

@eagles_nationfly_eagles_fl2093 4 года назад

Bought a 1980 pickup from a buddy for only $200. It had the 20R swapped for the 22R. It sat for 20years & started up the second I got it home. Although it’s so slow haha. I had it floored & it was only going 53mph. Love this truck & I have no problem with getting everywhere slower than I’m used to

@tristan6509 2 года назад

Is it the automatic version? My dad's hilux-based kijang can go 150km/h (95mph) on 5th gear. It has the 2L-II which only makes 85hp. The automatic version is really rare where I live, i heard that they're total crap acceleration wise

@tonyculp454 4 года назад

Love my 86! Does everything I ask it to do! 22 R like a fine tuned sewing machine!

@xotic8617 4 года назад

Shame u missed out on the Diesel engines we received here in Australia 🇦🇺

@6thGearGarage 4 года назад

Some people have imported them to the US and they're very desirable here.

@ukriroutalempi5124 4 года назад

Here in Finland petrol hiluxes are rare, we have mostly diesels here.

@philiptaylor2567 4 года назад

We Toyota guys want diesel Toyota’s like crazy here in the US. We have the “American” automotive industry to thank for keeping them out of the country.

@geekswhocare7093 4 года назад

I posted my USDM LN65L-MDXA Hilux walk around above in comments if you wanted to see the Diesel engine factory installed. I can’t wait to visit Australia and rent some new Toyota trucks :)

@willm687 4 года назад

Geeks Who Care car rentals in Aus are usually wack if you want a ute etc you might have to go to a commercial hire place

@CoachCasey 4 года назад

I just picked up an 88 4x4. Been sitting for 10 years. I can’t wait to get it going.

@ShadowBannedtvtruthspeaker-sin 4 года назад

How much you pay

@yourcaseworker6916 4 года назад

*I'm a proud owner of an 86' YOTA survivor shortbed and militant as all hell!*

@DEJAELVICIO507 3 года назад

They used it a lot about the coast guard

@x2Dubz 4 года назад

You sir have earned a sub. I'm in the process of restoring an 85 standard cab standard bed, and I will definitely be watching the rest of your videos along the way

@sideways4life993 4 года назад

Watched this after Donut Media’s video. Love it dude. Would love myself a Karin Rebel haha

@craftsmanbyheart 4 года назад

Great video reminded me of my appreciation of my Toyotas. I own/ed three toyota trucks : 1985 extracab 2wd 22r carbed 5spd, 1984 extracab 1ton long box 2wd 22re mpfi auto (swapped to over 5spd), and 1992 4runner 3.0v6 auto. My 85 22r got my help with new timingchain, shave down head, and straight dual exhaust. I didn't expect those mods to do much really.. Wow did that improve torque and acceleration! And it sounded awesome. It seriously felt like 140 hp after those three mods. Would pull >105mph on level road.

@Jeff-za 4 года назад

This is epic, i am from South Africa and have a 1997 2.8D 4x4 (profile picture) and its so nice to see videos on these old trucks, i love mine , 356000km on the clock

@charlie110288 4 года назад

Awesome video. I have a 2wd version and been restoring it. This truck's a beast!

@baburejaz 4 года назад

Excellent educational and thought-provoking video about the durability and longevity of Toyota trucks. I wish Toyota came up with a strategy to overcome rusting. Thanks for your time efforts and research. Sincerely Babur

@morgananderson5058 4 года назад

Great restoration! Happy to see you having so much success with such a cool vehicle :)

@sethtempel8326 4 года назад

I love my 88 P/U. I appreciate all your videos. Eastwood makes an internal frame coating to help prevent rusting. I plan on getting some in the summer.

@macker4663 4 года назад

I brought my 84 hilux in 2008 sr5, in the Aus market it came in 3y (2.0) litre with inclinometre I loved it and i couldn't kill the thing my very first hilux but not my last Brings back some wicked memorys thanks for sharing you have the exact same interior and exterior colour as mine I think from memory paint code was 3d2

@jimh2061 4 года назад

I had an 82 hi lux with a 7 foot bed. To this day that was my favorite truck of all the trucks I have owned. I miss the manual shifting transfer case and manual locking hubs with a straight axle and 410 gears. That little truck was a warrior that would take me anywhere and get me back without any troubles. One thing I did was buy an aftermarket luxury high back buckets with a fold down console. Best investment to cushion the stuff ride.

@6thGearGarage 4 года назад

They do ride stiff, especially with aftermarket leaf springs.

@jeffreyaguilar234 4 месяца назад

I learn so much from seeing you fix your truck. I’m fixing my ‘85 4x4 extra cab little by little 🐢

@djhooker2688 4 года назад

My 1988 has 239k and purrs like a kitten. No frame rust, no oil leaks. Pluss the 20mpg is nice. It's the best truck I've ever owned

@miket4685 3 года назад

Absolutely loved this video - thank you! I owned an ‘88 that was near and dear to my heart - until my first born came around. I still have dreams of my ‘88. Keep up the good work.

@6thGearGarage 3 года назад

Glad you enjoyed it!

@canadaplace2be176 4 года назад

Nice bro. U can put it in 4x4 with out turning hubs. I had 83. 22r. And 4 runner roll bars slinding back window that aint no S10 ever ever. Love the buzzzer

@bazan0448 4 года назад

Went to Mexico for vacation last December. It was great to see these beasts all over 😎 Most of them were the last gen thou.

@bazan0448 4 года назад

@@hectorcardenas2171 Indeed

@deadfishparty 3 года назад

Well narrated. Love this rig, especially in black. Thanks for the mini doc!

@LittleIAO 3 года назад

I have a 89/90 2wd with the 22re. Keeping it as a project vehicle for the street. Almost no rust and I'm really in love with it. So much you can do with these.

@6thGearGarage 3 года назад

I wouldn't mind picking up a decent 2wd just for hauling/ daily driver.

@cadenhorton4897 2 года назад

Is the 22re the turbo model?

@davidoludheowuor1609 4 года назад

In Kenya the 1985 Toyota Hilux is highly regarded. I have owned one since 2014; and boy, I wouldn't part with it. I am now preparing to rebuild it a second time since I bought it. I do indeed love the beast.

@jaymoar3561 4 года назад

This was a joy to watch. Thanks for the great info on these trucks.

@dabeanne 3 года назад

As a kid I remember my father owning like 20 of these trucks and sold them for good money and i remember the last one that rolled out our drive way back in 2013 it was a 4x4 1984 Pickup with a bad engine and sadly had to let it go if only I could've told my dad to change his mind but i was younger and didnt have much interest and my dad knew by memory how to fix that engine up part by part but I remember these Gems greatly even a 1981 4x4 pickup with the 20R engine that was his baby until he had to sell it due to financial problems. Hard to see them here in Texas but when I see one me and my father would get morbidly excited to see them.

@vb7913 4 года назад

Most honest and informative review i have ever seen!

@theoneforu69 3 года назад

I had an '85' - 2 wheel drive, single cab, 22r engine (best engine ever). I stuck a 2" lift kit, extended the steering bar, and fit 30's with a little cut of the panel on the back side. I put Nerfs all around. t was a tank. It was so lite I pulled out 4x4's from the mud. I loved my truck!!! It was red. Back to red. I am purchasing a 2007 Tacoma SR5, dual cab, 6' bed, 4.0 L, with 80k miles for $13K right now 9/5/20.

@6thGearGarage 3 года назад

Dual cab must be nice... the early trucks are pretty small inside.

@ronaldtartaglia4459 4 года назад

Dude that thing is awesome I had an 88 but a standard cab. I love the fact that you keep the stock aluminum four-star wheels those things are the best stock wheels for Toyota ever

@6thGearGarage 4 года назад

I love those wheels, they're so 80's. I bought them from a guy parting out an early 90's 4runner.

@DEJAELVICIO507 3 года назад

My dad has an 85 ', he has a problem with the transmission but I am restoring it and I am confident in its performance on the hills that that car has climbed, it is now more than 20 years old.

@matthybel955 4 года назад

Very nice for an 86. Hard to believe that's 35 yrs old now! Yours looks showroom new again great restoration

@carloscarpinteyro332 4 года назад

I bought a 1985 SR5 Xtracab new in 1985. There was fuel injection on the 1984 SR5, as well but the head of the 22RE engine was redesigned in 1985, giving it about 10 h.p. more than the 1984 model. I had the rare metallic sky blue color, which was a $399.00 special paint appearance package. I still have my original window sticker from 1985, detailing all of the options, and prices. No, I don't have it anymore, I sold it decades ago. Great vlog, about a high-demand classic truck. It is actually about the 3rd generation of the truck from the mid 70's.

@MussaKZN 4 года назад

I’ve got an 89 extra cab SR5 22re 4x4 Australian delivery. Bought it new from ferntree gully Toyota. It has never let me down. I think without looking 422k! Love my Ute!!!

@elpinche7884 4 года назад

7:36 Yes sr! Rare in the US I drive my 1981 Toyota pickup diesel every weekend and it’s amazing!

@TimberTramp 3 года назад

Had a ‘97 that I never should have let go! A flat bed is a must on these!

@tostadofurioso 4 года назад

The most reliable car of all time. Pretty much indestructible. Fantastic vehicle, makes you proud of what humanity can achieve

@TRPGpilot Год назад

A Hilux is not a 'car' . . .

@garyphillips6270 Год назад

Only frame rust can kill them.

@winstonchurchill2nd847 4 года назад

Nice video. I own a 1985 hilux d/cab 4x4. Replaced engine with a 22R. What a nice pickup to drive just for fun. Second owner from new.

@juanleal3229 4 года назад

Really nice truck 34 years runs perfectly....saludos from mexico

@frankp3757 4 года назад

Nice video. I picked up a 1 owner 1989 DC 5-spd 4x4 with the 3.0 and less than 26K miles on it this past June. Truck was purchased in NV and lived it's entire life there until 2014 when it was brought to AZ. Really cool truck that I have only had to do little things on it like tune up, fluid change etc. Good to know I have the solid bed though ;-)

@6thGearGarage 4 года назад

That frame must have been perfect - no rust! Not like the ones around here.....

@Alltracavenger 4 года назад

My grandfather bought an '84 2wd DLX Xtra Cab automatic slightly used in 1986. It was by far his favorite vehicle; the one he called his 'old friend.' He generally bought and kept newer vehicles but he kept this one and an '91(with only about 30K on the clock) he used at a second home out of state. It was the source of many a childhood memory. When he passed away last year the truck went to me(an '80s Toyota enthusiast who mostly lusted after their sports cars like the Supra and Celica Alltrac), a little worse for wear but still running strong with only 135K on the clock. I've rebuilt the A/C system, carb, and several other minor things and it's served me beautifully as a daily driver and parts/engine hauler for my other projects. I can't think of a better all-round truck.

@ttinnovations3310 4 года назад

Very Cool, !!!! Keep the Videos coming, I have a 1987 single cab, 4x4, 22r, manual, no options, 220K California truck that I'm slowly restoring

@garyphillips6270 Год назад

I bought an 85 Toyota Xtra Cab 2WD with the 4 cyl carb, 5 speed transmission and tachometer. Had it 6 years, probably 125,000 miles on it, traded it off for a Camby, should had held on to it, it had 4 more owners, including my Toyota Mechanic that knew the last owner. Finally snapped the frame carrying a full load of firewood with 460,000 miles on it. Original engine, still didn't burn any oil. Rust was the only thing that could kill them as long as you kept the oil & filter changed, lubed and did basic maintenance on them. Had an 91, 95, and currently daily driving an 2000 Tacoma with 231,000+ miles up here in Western Upstate New York State, it's rusty but still passed NYS Inspection this year. Still runs great. I've owned it 12 years, it came out of Virginia so that's helped it survive the NYS Salt so far. When my 95 wouldn't pass NYS Inspection anymore due to rotted frame, my mechanic gave me $500 for it and it got a new life as a dirt packer truck at the track he raced 3/4 midgets until the frame finally broke in half 7 years later! Love these small Toyota pickups, 2wd works fine on the roads in winter up here as long as you put good snow tires and 200 pounds of weight over the rear axle and snow tires. Never gotten stuck yet! I've had great luck with my 4 Toyota Hilux/Tacoma trucks and 3 Toyota cars. Been driving them since 1983. 40 years of happy driving Toyotas!

@markrunyon5524 4 года назад

you know your stuff.I had an 85 just like yours but it was a little more stripped down than yours.I"m 60 and that was probably the most fun vehicle I ever owned.22R engine,alway"s go with a 4cyl,(in my opinion),5speed,locking hubs and solid axle,(that"s what makes is a REAL TRUCK!But,I live in NJ where rust never sleeps!-great review.

@munnsie100 9 месяцев назад

Great video! My parents have had a 1998 Hilux SR5 2.7 petrol (3RZ-FE) since brand new, longer than I have been alive. It has never broken down, in 25 years and 280,000KMs. In 2019, my father and I supercharged the 3RZ with the TRD/Eaton MP62 supercharger and had a Haltech Elite 550 fitted, on a totally unopened engine with routine maintenance, and otherwise original driveline. It's still going strong, with a recent re-tune with larger injectors, resulting in a 50% increase in power and torque compared to the stock figures.

@F4izzle 4 года назад

Best trucks ever made.

@carholic-sz3qv 4 года назад

hell yeah i totally agree with you, this truck was also rebranded by VW and they sold it as a VW Taro

@yerman97 4 года назад

Hzj75 Toyota is the best Ute ever made

@gprz843 4 года назад

Love the custom front “valance/bumper”.

@bebe0928 3 года назад

This was my high school wet dream after watching "Back to the Future", great job on the restoration!

@6thGearGarage 3 года назад

Thank you!

@cobusvanzyl8598 Год назад

Nice! These hilux bakkies, we refer to as bakkies not pickups ;-) were sold in SA till 1998. I still own my 85 d/cab(replaced the engine with a 22R ) but still totally original. Also own a 1979 and 1998 single cabs, still running. Awesome video on one of the best ever built

@justin9162 4 года назад

You have built that truck beautiful, i own a 84 toyota 4runner and i absolutely love it, that age is starting to show but im in the process of upgrading the old girl as i own her, love your videos mate it inspires me to work on my Toyota 💚

@6thGearGarage 4 года назад

I'd love to own an 84-89 4runner one day. Just haven't found the right one yet.

@jameela7899 4 года назад

Awesome resto job. I plan on doing the same to my 90 f150!

@kevinsturgess1475 4 года назад

Hi there,I've got 1989 single cab/flat deck running a 2.2ltr 4y engine.Soilid front axle,5 speed. Had this since 1996 and it's only done 196000 k's.Still a few here in New Zealand. Great vid thanks

@423tech 4 года назад

I brought a 1991 Nissan Datsun double cab with TD27 diesel in from Japan. Love it! It has the hooks around the outside of the bed for tying things down.

@BLKSTONE4WD 3 года назад

That's badass, wish they would have sold those here. I got a 1993' king cab 4x4 with the V6 and manual transmission. Currently restoring and modifying it. Absolutely love it.

@30-06 4 года назад

80年代のハイラックスはカッコいいな！great video!

@rocky2stallion425 4 года назад

I use to have this toyota 4 x 2 pickup truck with 4y engine in Botswana.this truck is v good..i m lovin it....

@yengsabio5315 4 года назад

I find this to be a good presentation! Cheers & mabuhay from tropical Philippines!

@giopsgaming4605 Год назад

Your knowledge about cars/trucks is what I dream of

@6thGearGarage Год назад

Thanks! and I don't even consider myself an expert, as there's people who know a lot more than I do.

@MrScientifical 4 года назад

THANKS FOR YOUR TRUE YOTA LOVE I HAVE BEEN LOOKING FOR ONE NOW 👍🏻💪🏻👊🏻💯🔥✌️

@FLIPMYRIDE 3 года назад

Love your passion for these awesome rigs. I have just started a restoration on a 1984 hilux for my you tube channel so your channel is very helpful.

@6thGearGarage 3 года назад

Thanks! I hope you can document the restoration!

@FLIPMYRIDE 3 года назад

@@6thGearGarage yeah I have my own channel. Flip My Ride. 4 episodes into it.

@shanegriffin7237 4 года назад

Great Video! I love my 86 turbo SR5.

@bushwackedariz 3 года назад

I had a 85 2 wheel drive pick up. It was a lemon- kept getting rear axle seal leaks which ruined the rear brakes. I traded it in for a 4x4 1992 Toyota pickup. After the differential was overhauled and still was extremely loud, I traded it in for a 2019 Tacoma 2 wheel drive. I had around 230,000 miles on the 92 pickup. I still miss it.

@6thGearGarage 3 года назад

John axle seal leaks can be caused by a clogged breather. When the diff gets warm and fluid/air needs to expand, a plugged breather will send the fluid through the axle seal. My 94 land cruiser had that problem.

@winstonzendejas 4 года назад

Man great channel and great video! I’m subscribing .... keep the effort! You will kick ass

@hv4285 2 года назад

HAHA classic " I told my wife it was hauling heavy items for our new home" . Nice breakdown bro I hope you keep the vehicle forever. I own a 04 tacoma 2.7L, but since the prices have been climbing I just picked up a 1999 3.4L Tacoma as well, although i really wanted a 1985-93 pickup truck!

@6thGearGarage 2 года назад

Keeping it forever is the plan! I bought an 80 Series Land Cruiser so I wouldn't have to sell this and buy a bigger truck to haul the kids. I love this '85! that '99 must be nice with the 3.4, thats a great engine.

@shreda125hilux7 4 года назад

Love my 2007 turbo diesel hilux 5 speed 4x4 (my profile photo) its very tough and motors very strong, but i agree the older hiluxes are 20 times stronger and built stronger

@Terk131 3 года назад

Had a 86 bought from auction in 90 and we dropped a 350/th400 into it and that bad boy was fun. Had a 4" suspension, 2" body lift 33" br goodies A/T's and it was unstoppable.

@6thGearGarage 3 года назад

That extra power must have been nice. This 22r is so slow!

@loaizafilmz1109 4 года назад

Nice asf ,I have a 84 4Runner pretty much the same ,I will never change it for nothing else!!

@justauser 4 года назад

I bought a 93 single cab here in Manitoba, Canada for $700 CAD last year. The body was shot, but the frame was (surprisingly) clean and after alittle bondo and paint, I daily drive her

@kayvalencia2223 4 года назад

I found a 1980 something step side lifted and built real cool

@mrwilliamson62 4 года назад

Bought a 4Runner in 1984 for 12k had for 13 years 198k miles, upgrades were Rancho 3” lift, 4:88 gears and Detroit locker rear, base model carb, no radio or electronics, great wheeler but under powered if hauling or towing. Awesome off road. Would love to see simple 4-wheeler with today’s tech.

@6thGearGarage 4 года назад

Unfortunately, I don't think we'll ever see a solid front axle on a small-mid size 4x4 from automotive manufacturers ever again :(

@patmorales2459 4 года назад

The last’ of the great cars stopped in the early 90’s

@RaimanaTV 4 года назад

2002 rx7 spirit r

@TheHelado36 4 года назад

That is one beautiful truck !

@emacdaqt350 4 года назад

i love ,My 4runner 1977 sr5 but all the electrical switches give up... But i still love uer thanks for your video!!!!

@jason127x99 4 года назад

Beautiful Truck!!!!!! Got the same truck only difference is gun metal grey and rims.

@royeverett6857 4 года назад

The trucks are sick as I'm in Australia an I lovem . I got a yn 65 an a LN 65 same truck but ones a 4y petrol an the other is a 2.4 desiel . Had the petrol for 16 yrs . Had the desiel for 10 . . Longest relationship I've had .. lol love ya work

@ImOnlyAclipUploader 3 года назад

What a preservation and transformation how I wish my toyota fx have the same...

@brit-in-czech 4 года назад

Top notch narration. Subscribed.

@DocJeep1 2 года назад

My first truck was an 84'! They are awesome! I miss it! Should have never sold it!

@glenmel78 4 года назад

Your rig could use the Marlin crawler for the trails. Great truck!

@gamleole9568 4 года назад

Very informative for toyota entusiasts.

@210SAi 4 года назад

I learned to drive in an 88 red 2x2 standard. Stupid me convinced my dad to sell it...probably still running today Every time I’ve seen a decent one for sale they’re high dollar.

@BLKSTONE4WD 3 года назад

As a rival competition Nissan D21 Hardbody 4x4 owner, I definitely 👍🏼 this video. Excellent job.

@6thGearGarage 3 года назад

I’ve looked for a hardbody, but there are no nice ones left around here.

@6thGearGarage 3 года назад

I’d like to own one or a first gen pathfinder.

@BLKSTONE4WD 3 года назад

@@6thGearGarage yeah they are pretty rare trucks to find, either a Hardbody or Pathfinder will be a good choice, although the Pathfinder does do a little better off road because of the factory suspension setup. Good luck to you I hope you do find a clean low mile one, would be sweet content on your channel.👍🏼

@Wade_Winter 4 года назад

I guess I'm getting old. But learned to drive and had limited use of this truck when I was a teen. My dad had acquired it from my grandpa. The trucks name was heartburn. And man was it fun... Bmx, snow and my first fun with a girlfriend. Will always love it. One time I superglued little diamonds all over the dash. My dad was not impressed and made me peel them off. Ruining the dash. Lol. I later owned a lifted 95 with 36 inch Mickey Thompsons that would kill Any hill and snow.

@Dilomski 4 года назад

Man, what a great review! U really know your stuff. I have a 91 4runner myself, which is pretty neat condition, but planning to use por15 or something else to undercoat it.

@6thGearGarage 4 года назад

POR15 is good stuff, I used it on my frame repair in this video: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-5DY-SfQZyZU.html The only thing I don't like about it is that it's not UV resistant. So over time it fades from shiny gloss black to a dull black and I've had it start to peel in some spots. There are other UV resistant rust inhibitors on the market though, if you;re worried about that.

@abu-ali-aljehany 4 года назад

2 solid axils!!!! Great car

@atomicpunch723 4 года назад

I seen a fully rested 80s Toyota like yours but in blue and it has a roll bar with lights in the truck bed (factory stuff) not new ones Idk if I’m calling it by the actual name lol. it stands out more then a brand new car tbh pretty sweet truck