[Owner's manual]

On 12/5/2019 at 10:25 AM, Derek up North said:

Online, you'll find the 1985 and 1988 Factory Service Manuals.

Here's a link to the (I believe) 1988 version:- 

https://cardiagn.com/1986-89-toyota-truck-4runner-repair-manual/?fbclid=IwAR1xhLfX1_ozxYzaAZYp0bNWdJHltgw3hQKjY8cJgvQMtDSDhWORVz6dGUc

You might also find this helpful:-

https://toyotachinook.files.wordpress.com/2011/12/how-to-keep-your-toyota-pickup-alive.pdf

 

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When I got my Huntsman, the original owner had left this exact manual in the camper. This has been an EXCELLANT resource for me as I tackle the engine compartment and begin the tune-up/replacement process as well as a refresher on older carbed pre-computer engines....love this

[Help with rats and mice!]

Hi Freestone...I would strongly suggest NOT using foam insulation due to flammability and off-gassing issues. I had considered foam spray for my insulation replacement but after researching the product decided against using it in the Myrrkat. As for the steel wool pack it in anywhere there is access into your camper, ie all plumbing and propane lines, black and grey tank flooring points, all electrical runs from the engine compartment all the way to the tail lights, etc...mice and rats can compress their bodies down to the size of their skull to wriggle through the tiniest spaces and steel wool is one thing they can not chew through. My Dad used this trick in an old house we lived in when I was a kid. I have also heard of and use the bath soap Irish Spring Regular in Myrrkat while she is parked for restorations---even though the garage kitties are catching mice and moles, I have not had one single mouse or rat in the camper the 2 years she has sat in my backyard while restoring her. Hope this helps and I'm sure there are other members here who can suggest options as well, Good luck 😎 

[What models/years have aluminum shell]

Hello All...my 84 Toyota Huntsman is all aluminum-body and roof. For me this makes it easier to remove because it slides together in panels the same as vinyl siding in a stix n brix. Also, the basic construction of my walls is 'sandwhich' meaning I can deconstruct and reconstruct easily when I do the restoration of the walls. I am very grateful for the aluminum roof, I would really not like the maintenance a rubber or even fiberglass roof takes imho 😎

[New Brand Of Plywood]

20 hours ago, linda s said:

Poster has not been here in a long time. All pictures on this site can be printed. They become part of the site so be my guest

Linda S

Thank you Linda, I try to ask first...the way the poster went about repairing his cab-over bed is much the same I need to do with mine.

Happy New Year

[New Brand Of Plywood]

On 3/14/2015 at 6:05 PM, zero said:

I used a hand-held jig-saw. If you cut the sides with the curves in front and install them first, the front paneling will cover those curved ends a bit so it need not be 100% perfect. Since I had no pattern to work with, I cut cardboard to slide in there (for the side panels) and fit first. I then used the cardboard as a pattern and traced it on to the new plywood to cut. You want to use a fine blade if cutting plywood with a thin finish veneer on it to keep that veneer from getting peeled and torn when sawing.

My 85 Huntsman has similar water damage in cab-over bed on the driver side...appears to have been leak from damaged air fan in bathroom as well as roof leaks. These are great pics...may I print and use as reference?

 

[Tyvek disposable coveralls for demo-work]

On 6/4/2017 at 12:05 AM, ToyoGuy said:

I have recently been seeing some newbies taking the plunge into some pretty extensive projects with lot's of demo and fiberglass tearout work. As a veteran of the total-tearout wars, I make a simple suggestion that immensely helped me to keep itch-free, keep the clothes-washer from getting fiberglass-particle pollution and let me walk in the house after taking off gloves, un-suiting, and kicking off my shoes. Tyvek coveralls can be bought at most safety stores where other commercial safety equipment is sold, or on line for cheaper.       If I was careful, I could get from 4-8 uses of several hours out of them, depending on the type of work and successfully keep the paint/resin/dust off my clothes and out of my hair etc. I recommend safety glasses and particle masks, or respirators of course. The suits can get quite warm in the direct sun/hotter temps, but overall......... , I found them a very worthwhile investment for $6-$8 per pair. I just got tired of itching from the fiberglass and ruining clothes with resin. Hope someone finds this useful.

BR, TG

 

Thank you for this...as I am getting ready to tear out water damaged mildewed areas in my rig I have been considering disposable coverall options...appears to be what I will need...

[Whats the maxium mileage recorded on a toy home in here?]

On 4/20/2018 at 2:17 PM, Totem said:

Simple survey to the admins or others.

We have a lot of data right here in this site. What are the OEM mileage kings as reported here?

Whats your rigs mileage at on original motor before any overhaul. This would be a truth in engineering measurement here - an actual toy home not a t100 or 4 runner etc.

 

Hey Totem...newbie to this site but came on board because of my toy home. I am 2nd owner 1984 Toyota Huntsman, 22r motor, 4 speed manual with 253,379.7 actual miles and she runs albeit she needs tuneup and tlc not to mention coach water damage to repair. The only replacement done by 1st owner was the rear 5 lug axle (1/2 ton) to the 6 lug axle (3/4 ton), no overhauls or replacements to motor. Located about 20 miles west of Atlanta, Georgia

[Anyone have a manual for a 1983 Toyota Huntsman?]

On 12/30/2017 at 10:20 AM, Derek up North said:

Sorry, I've no manuals for the Huntsman.

Derek Up North...Thank you soooooooooo much for this...this is the most I have been able to find for my 1984/85 Toyota Huntsman...the spec sheet was especially helpful since I will be replacing outer walls and roof

[Best Youtube Channels About Van/RV Life]

Hi Truth Traveler, I am glad to see this thread started for all of us especially newbies.  I have spent the last year or so scouring You Tube and began researching tiny homes; however, I soon discovered that was not what I wanted. I stumbled on RVing as a way of life and poof I found myself deciding this was what I wanted. There are many You Tubers out there who post informative videos about their travels but here is short list of those I am subscribed to because I feel they give great information from choosing the "Wheel Estate" to diy repairs and where to find supplies, camp sites, etc. I have just purchased a 1984 Toyota Huntsman and will begin renovations and repairs in the next few months knowing this 'project' is no minor undertaking, I am hopeful to have her road ready in about a year or 2-I'm taking my time and doing things as I save the $ to do this.  So here are my top 5 even though I have more that I follow just for travel content:

#1 Bob Wells: CheapRVliving; #2 Carolyn's RV Life; #3 Campervan Kevin; #4 kevin carlton (because of his Toyota diy videos); #5 RVgeeks (also because of their diy videos)

Hope this is as helpful to you as it has been for me