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Post by yogatoy11 on Apr 14, 2015 18:55:41 GMT -8
So over the past month or so I have drug home a couple trailer loads of 1st gen pickups and of course Trekker parts. I am in the beginning stages of the build but my plan is to restore it back to stock with the exception of a small lift and some 32" tires. I'll do my best to update this thread when I can and I hope to get some advice and suggestions from anybody willing to offer
This is the body that I hope to use
But depending on what I find I might have to use this back half
and this cab
I also brought this home. I bought it for the drive train. Somebody put a lot of time into it before it got written off after getting rear ended. You barely have to touch the key and it starts. The interior is complete and restored.
I also drug home a rolled Trekker cab that was sitting on what I hoped was a solid frame.
The Frame turned out to be awesome. Just waiting to drag it off to the sandblaster
The Trekker Cab had this on the dash
I also picked up brand new, still in the cardboard, doors and fender.
So I'm off to a good start. I'm pretty excited to really get into this project. I have been searching for info and trying to decide on colors and what products to use to restore frame and axles. I think I'll probably go with trail gear springs and axle rebuild kits |
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Post by 83trekker on Apr 14, 2015 20:37:18 GMT -8
Welcome aboard, thats awesome somebody else here building a trekker. Where do you live?
I have a toyota dealership here thats heninger toyota in calgary like on your dash.
Where did you find the new doors from, can you get anymore?
Im in need of lots of misc parts somif your interested in selling any that your not useing let me know.
Cant wait to see your progress you have a lot to work with.
Any questions ask away Slacker on here is on the board almost everyday too.
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Post by Slacker on Apr 15, 2015 16:05:54 GMT -8
sweet .. welcome aboard !! nice score on the frame ! Yeah , Heninger Toyota in Calgary had the Canadian "assembly" rights from Winnebago .. Winnebago shipped all the parts here in crates . They went to a shop in Calgary , where they were assembled . I met the fella that owned the assembly shop at a car show in Kamloops .. talked for hours . He now lives just outside of Salmon Arm .. I have his Ph# , and he said to stop by any time .. I asked him if he had any assembly instructions , or pictures , he said stop by , I wont be disappointed  anyway .. a little history for you . |
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Post by Slacker on Apr 15, 2015 16:18:38 GMT -8
you bought all that from Caylen ...didn't you ?
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Post by yogatoy11 on Apr 15, 2015 17:02:35 GMT -8
Hey Guys, thanks for the comments. Yeah I bought everything from Caylen. I lucked out. I've been looking for another project and I already have a 1st gen 4Runner so the Trekker seemed like a really cool and different way to go
I am currently in Fort McMurray, this has been home for the past 10 years.
Slacker I was looking at your website and will be chasing after you for a few things once I get into the build but one question I have already is about the POR 15 you used for the frame and axles. Are you happy with the results?
Thanks again guys
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Post by Slacker on Apr 16, 2015 16:43:27 GMT -8
Slacker I was looking at your website and will be chasing after you for a few things once I get into the build but one question I have already is about the POR 15 you used for the frame and axles. Are you happy with the results? yes ... I'm VERY happy with it ... I have done quite a few "test" pieces with the POR as well over the years ... and I am impressed ! I absolutely recommend it , it has my endorsement . I use it all the time in my shop . If you have questions , don't hesitate |
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Post by yogatoy11 on May 24, 2015 18:13:47 GMT -8
Making some head way on the Trekker build. I picked up more parts and the rest of collection.
I stripped the 83 cab and after peeling up a Linex on the floor I discovered lots of work. Does anybody know replacement floor panels that can be purchased??? If not I thought about cutting panels out of the back wall of the cab. The cab mounts need to be replaced and about 50% of the floor but over all its not in too bad of shape for the year of it.
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Post by Slacker on May 25, 2015 16:03:56 GMT -8
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Post by captainmorgan on Jul 9, 2015 5:39:29 GMT -8
Looks good! hope to see more progress!
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Post by captainmorgan on Aug 6, 2015 13:14:32 GMT -8
Selling??
I hope this goes to a good home, would very much like to see it finished.
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Post by captainmorgan on May 10, 2016 14:31:13 GMT -8
Note sure if these were ever sold but the last I heard they were still in Fort McMurray, Ab. Wondering if they survived the fires..
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Post by 83trekker on May 10, 2016 15:43:23 GMT -8
Note sure if these were ever sold but the last I heard they were still in Fort McMurray, Ab. Wondering if they survived the fires..[/quote I wonder not alot left up there |
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Post by Slacker on May 10, 2016 15:50:04 GMT -8
curious as well ?
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Post by scottyflo on Jul 26, 2016 12:34:43 GMT -8
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Post by scottyflo on Jul 26, 2016 12:38:27 GMT -8
I have pretty much everything that is shown . I bought and hauled the trucks from Ft Mac to North Battleford ,Sask about a year ago. I can't find time to work on the project so if anyone is interested get ahold of me at 306-480-9344.
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