Galvanized Knight

4x4 chinook 1981 4x4 http://www.ebay.com/itm/1981-Toyota-4x4-Chinook-Camper-/151132449887?pt=Motors_RV_Trailer_Camper_Parts_Accessories&hash=item2330322c5f&vxp=mtr

Mock up of the 4x4 Chinook Sits fairly well but the doors are quite close to the Chinook The rear axle needs to move back about 4" Donor Chinook 4x4 1980 Chinook & 4x4 1992 Chinook together at the shop

This video shows gutting and mounting the Chinook shell to the 1992 Toyota 4x4

This video is about taking apart the old Chinook and loading the shell on a trailer in Montana.

Well another day, another 4x4 Chinook. I'll be posting step by step as I do a Chinook 4x4 swap and then finish up the interior from scratch. I'll try to get as many photo and video as possible so you guys can see how I am doing this. Donor Pickup : A mint 1992 4x4 Toyota Pickup regular cab longbed Donor Chinook : 1st generation 1974 Toyota Chinook "round tripper?" This project will be a total build from the fiberglass skin to a finished project. I am taking a few weeks off work to complete this so hopeful this will all fall in place by the end of October. If you have any ideas, questions or input, please post your thoughts! Lance Here are some links to my other two topics on 4x4 Chinooks. http://toyotamotorhome.org/forums/index.php?showtopic=3658&hl= 4x4 Chinook http://toyotamotorhome.org/forums/index.php?showtopic=4576&hl= 4x4 Newport ( Future Project )

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/1981-Dodge-D50-Royale-Chinook-toyota-chinook-/221243125105?forcev4exp=true#ht_500wt_1022 That is an interesting set up. GK

I bought the rear section for 800$ its a 73-74. the bonus is that those years came with no appliances or propane holding cavity, so no huge holes to repair in the fiberglass. downfall is there is no steel frame but i'll make my own out of 1/2 x 2 tube stock. I stripped the Chinook off that truck right there in that field (picture above). would have been faster to do at my shop but that was too far away. 4 of them eh... building a Chinook limo? it would be rad to make one into a toy trailer for the Chinook. Chinook towing a Chinook.

I am not sure where your located but maybe use a truck from a Chinook post 1974' . Here is an article quote "The newly enhanced Toyota-Chinook sported an upgraded chassis built specifically for RV use; the truck’s 101.7-inch wheelbase was stretched to 110 inches and equipped with an 8” ring and pinion third member (AKA heavy duty) and stouter tires, compared to the standard 7.5” rear gear on the earlier models. The larger platform took care of weight and handling issues and the Chinook team took care of the rest." likely pick one up for super cheap. the 20R is underpowered but in my experience it is easy to fix and parts are cheap. I know a guy in Montana with one that I strip the chinook from a few weeks ago. I think he still has it ? if your interest I can PM you his email. http://s1161.photobucket.com/user/galvanizedknight/media/IMG_5724_zps82a08d6d.jpg.html'> http://s1161.photobucket.com/user/galvanizedknight/media/IMG_5725_zpsaa2d094f.jpg.html'> http://s1161.photobucket.com/user/galvanizedknight/media/IMG_5728_zpsa6d793ae.jpg.html'>

here is a link to that kit http://frontrangeoffroadfab.com/nfoscomm/catalog/product_info.php?products_id=142&osCsid=6750938cf0d7ae9efd757bf3ee515b52 1600 bones and its all yours.

Just saw a 4x4 xcab for sale on my way to lunch . I stopped and took a few measurements . Wheelbase 122" +/- rear of cab to center of rear axle 34.5" +/- . Definitely a shortbed. looks like you have about 10" 's to make up. How much are you going to pay for the 1975'?

I can only assume that he has a short bed. The Newport does have a frame that extends out the rear to support the drop floor,bumper and the extra 6" in length over the pop top model. 73-74 pop top's had no rear extension bracket. the bumpers (split bumper) was just mounted to the under side of the rear of the couch. 75-78 pop top's have a frame under the rear section off the truck frame but its sole purpose is to mount the bumper too. I believe Jeff will need to increase his wheelbase to fit the Chinook properly. This would mean cutting and extending the frame between the rear axle and the cab. If he does have a long bed he'll have way less to do and it'll look like a 4x4 version of the picture above. I hope he doesn't have to cut anything. As far as Chinook way being Mickey Mouse, I don't think so. They were trying to build and sell the most inexpensive RV in history. I think the pop top were in a sub 5000$ class. They did what they could with there budget targets. 73-74 didn't even have a steel frame in the fiberglass shell! Not sure what the Newport/omegas sold for?? Jeff what is the dimension from the back of your cab to the center of your rear axle?

1. Do you know of anyone who has mated a Chinook to a '92 4x4 SR5 XtraCab ? This is an Xcab longbed 2wd. In July I 'am starting a 1991 regular cab 4x4 longbed V6 Chinook conversion for a friend. 2. What is the distance from the rear of the cab to the centre of the rear axle? 44" Chinook's had a 110" wheel base 3. How many bolts to mount the coach to the frame? 6 into the frame 1 in the center rear of the cab. On My 1980 I deleted the cab bolt and added 2 mounts on the frame as close to the cab as possible. 4. What springs are recommended for the rear? Will I need to upgrade the rear axle? For the 1991 project I'll be having custom 1 maybe 1.25 ton springs made for it. I'll add air bags as well. I tried adding leafs in the past it kind of works but having a beefier main top leaf is key. A Chinook fill with gear and a passenger weighs 830kg (1830lbs) on the front axle and 1400kg (3090lbs) on the rear axle. 5. Anything else I should know? Planning and measuring is key. Extending the frame can be a huge job; it includes; brake lines, fuel lines, gas tank mounts, e brake cables, wiring, drive shaft and the frame itself. I will be posting my July build on here, I plan on documenting it very thoroughly. maybe there will be some helpful things for you on there? Thanks Lance

Which part of Montana do you hail from? With all the Chinook-ers Between Kalispell and Spokane we should try to have a rally around this area sometime.

Here is some of the loading up pictures. I had some video too but my camera was shooting in some compact mode so they were pretty low resolution(120p). At first I was very worried about the trip home, but after Kalispell I realized it was towing nice and really stable. http://s1161.photobucket.com/user/galvanizedknight/media/LoadingToyotaChinookNewport4x4projectbuild1_zpsd206fd2e.jpg.html'> Hitching up the Newport on a skidoo trailer to the front receiver of Kevin's diesel. http://s1161.photobucket.com/user/galvanizedknight/media/LoadingToyotaChinookNewport4x4projectbuild2_zps9771f22a.jpg.html'> Loaded but too much angle to release the 2"ball. http://s1161.photobucket.com/user/galvanizedknight/media/LoadingToyotaChinookNewport4x4projectbuild3_zps596c7854.jpg.html'> Now to ramp up the truck to level out the hitch so we can release the 2" ball. http://s1161.photobucket.com/user/galvanizedknight/media/LoadingToyotaChinookNewport4x4projectbuild4_zpsa74db70f.jpg.html'> Chinook on a trailer, on a trailer... http://s1161.photobucket.com/user/galvanizedknight/media/LoadingToyotaChinookNewport4x4projectbuild5_zpse9042896.jpg.html'> Only 11'5" tall http://s1161.photobucket.com/user/galvanizedknight/media/LoadingToyotaChinookNewport4x4projectbuild7_zps9e00a522.jpg.html'> Kevin passing the torch and I am passing on some Kokanee s.

The Chinook Newport was picked up Whitefish MT The Chinook pop-top was picked up in Kalispell MT I drove them both home to Creston BC on Saturday night. Made it to the boarder at ten to eleven (closing time) The heightest point on my trailer was 11'5" tall .The Newport had all of it's glass removed so there wasn't much wind resistance. The more I think of this project the more I think it's going to need a slide and a full opening rear hatch (like some sunraders) GK

I have a few 1st gen 4x4 pickups, now thanks to Kevin (krj) I have a newport body. Here is a link to Kevin's original build thread http://toyotamotorhome.org/forums/index.php?showtopic=2504&hl=%2Bnewport+%2Bproject I likely won't be getting to this project till later this year or early next but it is getting a little closer http://s1161.photobucket.com/user/galvanizedknight/media/ChinookToyota4x4NewportOmegaProjectBuild_zpsa4984dcc.jpg.html'> http://s1161.photobucket.com/user/galvanizedknight/media/SANY0038_zps2aae8dad.jpg.html'> http://s1161.photobucket.com/user/galvanizedknight/media/ChinookToyota4x4NewportOmegaProjectBuild2_zpsaa6ea033.jpg.html'> http://s1161.photobucket.com/user/galvanizedknight/media/SANY0060_zps34f1a7b6.jpg.html'> notice my other project in the background of this picture. here is a link to that project http://toyotamotorhome.org/forums/index.php?showtopic=3658&hl= it was a long trip to Montana but well worth it! if you have any ideas or comments for this project please post them. Thank you GK

This project has found a new home. Kevin was nice enough to pass on this project to me. I will not be getting to this project till late this year or early next but here is a link to the build thread. Thanks Kevin! enjoy! http://toyotamotorhome.org/forums/index.php?showtopic=4576&hl=%2Bnewport+%2B4x4 http://s1161.photobucket.com/user/galvanizedknight/media/ChinookToyota4x4NewportOmegaProjectBuild_zpsa4984dcc.jpg.html'>

Thank you for the replies so far. Here is one with a side square window. maybe it is a cargo van model conversion? http://s1161.photobucket.com/user/galvanizedknight/media/PastedGraphic-1_zpsbe558ef0.png.html'> That cargo model also had a larger backdoor according to the brochure. I asked the owner of the cargo model mounted to the trailer to send me some more pictures. Which i'll post as soon as I get them

Hello, Does anyone know what different models Chinook offered the Pop-top in I have seen three basic ones 1 with equal size size windows fuel fill on the passengers side with and without appliances with furnace 1976 - 1978 Dinette or Gaucho 2 with the passenger side window bigger then the drivers fuel filler on the drivers side or on passengers with and without appliances with and without propane storage with and without furnace 1973 - 1975 Dinette 3 Cargo model "Commercial van" no windows Other information 1973-1978 Toyota Chinook Round Tripper, Gazelle or MPG “Pop Top” Toyota Chinook MPG “Pop Top” Interior layouts Dinette Commercial van Gaucho Chassis's Toyota Datsun In some of the pictures I have seen it looks like there may from been 2 different lengths? Can anyone confirm this? Gaucho Dinette Gaucho some specs And the super rare Cargo "Commercial Van" This is the only picture i have ever seen of this model, Please post more if you have them! Please update this list if you have any more or different information. I really want to find out weather they were offered in two slight different lengths. Thanks Lance

http://eugene.craigslist.org/rvs/3770494055.html 1200 bucks and the dream can be yours!

well seasoned cast iron for sure!

I have a 20R four speed in my 1980. I was wondering what you guys thought of the DUI distributor with the matching live wires? http://man-a-fre.com/pa/duitoyota20rand22rperformancedistributor.htm . I currently have a header on my truck. I only reason I installed it because I had issues sealing the doughnut and it was a cheaper choice then a new manifold. http://www.ebay.com/itm/OBX-Exhaust-Header-75-80-81-Toyota-Celica-2-2L-20R-/160814058046?pt=Motors_Car_Truck_Parts_Accessories&hash=item257143ca3e&vxp=mtr#ht_1431wt_1110 I have a Weber carburettor 32/36 install on my 1983 shortbed 4x4 pickup with a 22r it seems to run nice, didn't notice any real gains. I am wondering how my 20r would perform with the header, a 38 Weber and a DUI with live wires? Is it even worth the trouble? Or just replace them as those pieces break? I have alot less weight to deal with compare to most motorhomes [ 830kg (1830lbs) on the front axle and 1400kg (3090lbs) on the rear axle ] but I am turning 33x12.5's and have 4x4. I don't need to get anywhere quick either and 4 lo does some amazing things. GK

http://anchorage.cra...3048215912.html Just bolt on some 4x4 tires and you're ready to go...lol

http://toyotachinook.files.wordpress.com/2012/01/chinook-manual-pdf.pdf I know your topic is older but hopefully this helps someone out. peace GK

More progress yesterday after work. -Went through the front brakes again and removed the plastic fender inners, they don't really fit the new wide fenders. -Installed backing to repair the old fridge and furnace vent holes. I glued (pl400) in plywood from the inside and screwed around all the openings. Once the glue has cured I'll remove the screws and grind down the edge of the fiberglass. I should end up with a nice flat recessed platform to start fiber-glassing from. No pictures this time, didn't bring my camera to the garage. If I am not to tried I'll be at it again tonight after work.