coosterhuis Posted December 7, 2016 Share Posted December 7, 2016 Hey all, Just bought my first Toyota RV and was wondering what people think. Its a 1978 Toyota (Sportsman I believe?) with 89,000 original miles. Its a manuel with a 4 cyclinder 20R motor and dualley back wheels. It is almost completely gutted except for where the hook ups were previously installed for everything. I paid $1500 for it and it runs and shifts great. Does that seem like an OK deal? I would like to take it out West, but not sure if the 4 cyclinder will do well in the mountains. Anybody taken theirs on extended trip through the mountains? That or find a way to give it a little more power (maybe put a 22R motor in it). I can post some pictures if anyone would like to see her. Thanks! -Cole Oosterhuis Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
5Toyota Posted December 7, 2016 Share Posted December 7, 2016 a 20 R should be 95 or 96 hp I don't recall. is that maybe a huntsman? they have a stronger timing chain then the 22r. these 4 cylinders have 5 main bearings the secret is to never lug them down. you use the transmission to keep the revs up maybe 35 in third gear or less in a lower gear . yes they will wind a little that is what they are made to do gutted out should be much lighter . and welcome to the group . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
linda s Posted December 7, 2016 Share Posted December 7, 2016 Very possible you have the 5 lug rear axle. That's a problem. Yes please post some pics with at least one showing the rear axle with nothing covering the lug nuts. Linda S Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hunkaman Posted December 7, 2016 Share Posted December 7, 2016 welcome. some pics would be great. joe from dover Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coosterhuis Posted December 7, 2016 Author Share Posted December 7, 2016 Here are some pictures. 8 hours ago, linda s said: Very possible you have the 5 lug rear axle. That's a problem. Yes please post some pics with at least one showing the rear axle with nothing covering the lug nuts. Linda S What is wrong with the 5 lug rear axle @linda s ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
linda s Posted December 7, 2016 Share Posted December 7, 2016 Very cute. You didn't show the rear wheel uncovered but the early design of the dually wheels was flawed and the axles were recalled. Axle bearings failed and wheels fell off while driving down the road. Lots of these littler ones though originally came with a wide single wheel in the back. http://classifieds.toyotamotorhome.org/images/Axle_FAQ.pdf Since the cost of upgrading your axle is steep you might want to consider going to a single wheel in the back Linda S Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Derek up North Posted December 7, 2016 Share Posted December 7, 2016 11 minutes ago, coosterhuis said: What is wrong with the 5 lug rear axle? Though I think it could use some updating concerning the reported 'HD 5-lug Axle', have a read here:- http://classifieds.toyotamotorhome.org/images/Axle_FAQ.pdf Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coosterhuis Posted December 7, 2016 Author Share Posted December 7, 2016 Thats great information. Thanks for the information everybody. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Derek up North Posted December 7, 2016 Share Posted December 7, 2016 Pop a rear hubcap and post a picture. We'll be able to ID your axle. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coosterhuis Posted December 7, 2016 Author Share Posted December 7, 2016 Unfortunately it is up at my land so I cant take anymore pictures right away. I do know that it is 5 lug for sure though, as I took one of the tires off to check the condition of the breaks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Derek up North Posted December 7, 2016 Share Posted December 7, 2016 If you already know, then no need for a picture. 'Foolies' appeared about the same time yours was built. Before that, many were supplied with wider than standard rear rims (7"?) and fitted with L60-14" tires. Dolphin used wide singles until '79, offered 'foolies' as an option in '79 and only 'foolies' from '80-'85. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Derek up North Posted December 7, 2016 Share Posted December 7, 2016 It looks like your front seats have been swapped out. Guessing (looking at the base) they look like they're from a minivan. Anyone recognize them? They don't look like Pontiac Montana or '90s Ford Windstar. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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