kevinchinook Posted May 15, 2021 Share Posted May 15, 2021 I figured I would start a thread to post the progress of my Sunrader Adventure. Currently waiting for leaf springs and timing chain kit so I started tackling some exterior projects. The mirrors that came on this rig were garbage: small, short, rusted, wobbly and worn. I took the dual mirrors and brackets off my chinook to swap over and decided I didn't like the chrome so painted everything black and bought new mirror glass from Velvac. Currently waiting for the paint to dry before re-installing. Also bought new stainless steel hardware. The zinc coated steel hardware was rusting. Acorn nuts are expensive but look better than the standard nuts and bolts. I have 2 brand new grey 6.5" Velvac mirror gaskets if anyone wants them. Free just make a $2-3 donation to a charity(preferably ocbpc.org) in lieu of covering shipping. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kevinchinook Posted May 15, 2021 Author Share Posted May 15, 2021 So far I have had these parts installed/serviced by my local mechanic: New Hankook RA18 Tires KYB Shocks Front/Rear Inner Tie Rod Outer Tie Rod End Rack & Pinion Idler Arm Center Link Rear Dif Wheel Bearings Brakes Up next is: Leaf springs, bushings (ARB CS010R and Prothane bushings) Engine top-end rebuild with LCE dual row timing chain. Engine runs and sounds decent but being 35 years old and with a somewhat unknown maintenance history I want the peace of mind having it serviced thoroughly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WME Posted May 15, 2021 Share Posted May 15, 2021 If your 86 has rack and pinion steering it is s strange beast indeed🤪 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kevinchinook Posted September 21, 2021 Author Share Posted September 21, 2021 Finally got the new leaf springs, pins, bushings and shackles installed. Mac's Spring Shop in San Bernardino did the work and they did great work, and Jesse the owner gave me some goodnight insight into what to do next to the rig. New springs haven't settled yet but already the ride is so much smoother! He did mention it would best if I replaced the brake lines. Are these the same as the regular Toyota pickups? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
john*thomas Posted September 22, 2021 Share Posted September 22, 2021 Yours might be. Linda may know more about your wheelbase. Regardless, brake lines are not hard to do yourself. You appear handy. All you need is the tool to bend them and make the flare at the end. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
extech Posted September 22, 2021 Share Posted September 22, 2021 brake lines require double flairs. if you haven't done them, practice a bit before attempting the line you'll use Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WME Posted September 22, 2021 Share Posted September 22, 2021 Unless the steel lines are badly corroded, the mech probably was talking about the rubber hoses at each caliper and at the center of the rear axle. Total 3 hoses and they must be pre-made. Front...https://www.rockauto.com/en/moreinfo.php?pk=1276338&cc=1277401&pt=1792&jsn=425&_nck=Ekt6BqBF1pwlXdx0gYlm1eLc36x7RagAV9qWoBGYzks2kIIGcMG6lE5GS9putP7wmUxgSGze%2FrPdR46WKSRoLyomJamzzG810PitvmOfG4gBYAKT%2Fiy1awPQeslRl%2BggknHpsP6bsQJwNyZHUiZEvXSw2b3Jz0hxTkK97EYKEzA4DoAbOA7DcOtW3kau1s%2FqifGdw5lsy8h9UGRtzJGIMA8VziL407Boq476sacD76ZUPyKyU4Q8K2oJhqb7E1jbngWH%2Fio0kVT8JB4VvyxtcAQQTZ7UvVrABCQ86Wy0ie1CgYsoDRqWhJu%2BQ2WBC1QDH1TIZRKLoXqxM%2BqCLSqdTnY8d%2FTXDbO7KzIHXw8S455BZu86i6z19tNORWwP09sKFl1k6HQ9IzMtcI%2F3nL%2FNAQ%3D%3D Rear...https://www.rockauto.com/en/moreinfo.php?pk=1627868&cc=1277401&pt=1792&jsn=421&_nck=Ekt6BqBF1pwlXdx0gYlm1eLc36x7RagAV9qWoBGYzks2kIIGcMG6lE5GS9putP7wmUxgSGze%2FrPdR46WKSRoLyomJamzzG810PitvmOfG4gBYAKT%2Fiy1awPQeslRl%2BggknHpsP6bsQJwNyZHUiZEvXSw2b3Jz0hxTkK97EYKEzA4DoAbOA7DcOtW3kau1s%2FqifGdw5lsy8h9UGRtzJGIMA8VziL407Boq476sacD76ZUPyKyU4Q8K2oJhqb7E1jbngWH%2Fio0kVT8JB4VvyxtcAQQTZ7UvVrABCQ86Wy0ie1CgYsoDRqWhJu%2BQ2WBC1QDH1TIZRKLoXqxM%2BqCLSqdTnY8d%2FTXDbO7KzIHXw8S455BZu86i6z19tNORWwP09sKFl1k6HQ9IzMtcI%2F3nL%2FNAQ%3D%3D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
linda s Posted September 22, 2021 Share Posted September 22, 2021 here are the factory part numbers. ridiculously expensive but might help you find a perfect fit 1986 Toyota Pickup Parts - ToyotaPartsDeal.com Linda S Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
linda s Posted September 23, 2021 Share Posted September 23, 2021 So I checked the Rock Auto site using the Toyota part numbers in the search. There are a few matches but none of those Centric parts fit the bill. We do have a different master cylinder than the others so must be the brake hoses are slightly different too. Anywhere you can match factory part numbers is a plus Linda S Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WME Posted September 23, 2021 Share Posted September 23, 2021 Well cross them over and pay $5 instead of $45🥸 Just don't get the Raybestos the threads are listed as SAE Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kevinchinook Posted September 25, 2021 Author Share Posted September 25, 2021 Thanks ya'll. I'm gonna give it a shot doing it myself. The springs have settled a little. My camper is completely gutted right now so hopefully it will lose an inch or so in ride height after I build it out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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