MiniTruck Build - Modifying a free 1980’s Toyota Hilux pickup

Introducing the Ultimate Lockdown Project: The Toyonda/Hondota! 🚗🔧
Amidst the NZ lockdown, I embarked on a thrilling adventure, transforming a Minitruck into a masterpiece without spending a dime. After selling safety belts, wheels, mirrors, and the back deck, the Toyonda/Hondota was born-a C-Notched 1981 Hilux featuring a Hybrid K20A2/K24A2 engine, Formula 1/cantilever style suspension, and QA1 coilovers all around.
Rolling on 15X10 - 30 offset wheels, hugged by 195X50X15 Achilles 123S tires, and crowned with a custom alloy Hilux tray build, this Minitruck is set to make waves with a strong time attack theme and drifting capabilities.
The project kicks off as we strip away everything hindering its lower stance. All of this unfolds while waiting for my 180SX to return from the paint shop, adding an extra layer of excitement during the nationwide coronavirus lockdown.
Join me daily as I share the ups and downs of this unique lockdown build. Let's make every day count in this journey of creativity and transformation! 🛠️🌐 #LockdownBuild #ToyondaHondota #MinitruckTransformation #DailyBuildSeries"
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0:00 Intro
0:20 Project intro
0:30 Project plans
1:50 Hilux Walkaround
2:10 Custom flares designed in SolidWorks
2:25 Rust
3:45 Jacked up
4:55 Jack stands
6:33 Bump stop removal
13:00 On its own feet again
13:40 Outro
#Hilux #Toyota #Pickup Tacoma
Hilux 2023 Hilux 2022 precio

[@alexanderla6468]

will be getting my 1980 hilux soon! would love to get your insight on it! :) from perth western australia peeeacceee!

[@AdamNZ]

Yesssss!!!!!! They are the best don’t ever sell it. Maaaaaate I used to live in Perth a few years ago so know the place. Was out Freo and Northbridge until I moved back to NZ.

[@alexanderla6468]

@@AdamNZ hahah whaaatttt, ayyy word!! i'll have to make a couple vids and keep in touch g!

[@AdamNZ]

@@alexanderla6468 Yo that’s epic, I’ll keep an eye out for when you do. I’ve got another video that I’ll be dropping soon.

[@alexanderla6468]

@@AdamNZ awesome bro i can't wait haha i need to learn more! going to mates to learn abit of welding....would you happen to know where to find the single cab tubs for these bad boys? scrap yard?

[@AdamNZ]

@@alexanderla6468 You mean like a tray? yeah there hard to come by in NZ. Ive got one that im making a mould from to make carbon or fibreglass panels from and also going to make doors, guards and bonnets eventually. Also started making custom front flares too.

[@elliottgraham]

Great truck. I have had my truck for about 13 years. It sits in the garage most of the time. Always starts. Thanks again

[@AdamNZ]

I’ve had this one for about 2 years so far and my long bed one for about 7 years. It’s never let me down. But since fixing all of the rust and body dropping it I’ve found little things that need to be replaced. The other one was in better condition but I kinda ruined the floor.

[@hieloso1]

Man that pickup esta fresa you are creating a nice monster

[@AdamNZ]

Haha I’m almost finished the body drop and will be making another video soon.

[@hieloso1]

@@AdamNZ i will waiting bro, nice life, nice brain bro.

[@AdamNZ]

@@hieloso1 thanks man, hope you’re keeping safe.

[@losersclubcarclub1191]

Perfect! I just picked up a couple of 1980's. One runs (kinda) the other has no drive train so good to get some ideas for one of these.

[@AdamNZ]

Nice one, they are soo sick. I’ll have to follow your channel. When I had Instagram I had photos from years ago of the Silvia suspension conversion that I’d made for this other hilux I have. I’m still going to finish that one I just need some funds to trailer it back from my hometown which is 18hours drive plus a 3 hour ferry ride away.

[@losersclubcarclub1191]

@@AdamNZ a good suspension will be needed on one of these. Been offered a SBC 305 for practically nothing kinda hard to turn it down so might just have to go into one of these trucks. I'm not new to building but very new to recording a video of building lol, trying to keep remembering to turn on the GoPro.

[@GriffinCrowley]

Got an 81 hilux long bed, definitely going look for some tips.

[@AdamNZ]

Yoooo!!!! My man!!! Bro thats exactly what ive got with my other one. Im going to build a carbon tray eventually once covid has settled down.

[@jimmyyu4224]

Mine is 79 rn40. Pretty much neat unless at the same spot as you showed at the rear arm chassis. Done few things already. Currently changing the flywheel and front pulley oil seal pouring oil especially when speeding.

[@AdamNZ]

Maybe i should do a what to check for Hilux video? What else have you done?? Ive got a long list of things to do to mine as well!!. I think my engine has been rebuilt and definately has some aftermarket cams done as well.....maybe a regrind or something??

[@jimmyyu4224]

@@AdamNZ quite similar as yours. Lower it with 3 inch block. Cuz mine was no air conditioning so just installed it few weeks back. Currently replacing old weathered bushes at front linkage and suspension. Can't wait to drive it again soon. Cheers mate!

[@AdamNZ]

@@jimmyyu4224 I dont think mine did either. I just removed the middle leaf and flipped the bottom leaf in the rear over the weekend. I didn't film it but it lowered the suspension a couple inches more. I'm thinking about making the rear pivot link 1-2 inches shorter as well?. I can see the diff tilting forward tho so that needs to go back the other way!!.

[@jimmyyu4224]

@@AdamNZ thinking the same tho. Makes it look way cooler than blocks. Good luck tilting it. I agreed its not gonna be easy.

[@AdamNZ]

@@jimmyyu4224 My other Definitely looks better standard, I'm just using 2' blocks because I'll need to certify the truck any more than 2 inches and it cost $650 to do as well. Eventually I'll do the coils and 4 link or just straight Nissan or Toyota rear end, I just don't have much time or money at the moment with my internship.

[@txinkc44]

This crazy has finally given me time to work on my 82. It’s a LN44. My fuel tank was rusted out so I went with a fuel cell because I can’t find a tank at least not for cheap.

[@AdamNZ]

That’s great to hear, It’s good to get motivated to work on projects, I have to go back to school now as COVID is at level 2 in NZ. I had to throw away a mint tank and heaps of other things from my other LN40 but a few years ago now.

[@txinkc44]

Well when you have time keep posting, I’d love to see the progress, and pick a few ideas from you.

[@AdamNZ]

@@txinkc44 Sweeeet as, ive just got my engine back for my 180sx yesterday and will be focusing on that as well. Im really just waiting for our school workshop to open back up so i can start doing all the major works to the chassis. What sorts of things you wanting to do to yours?

[@Jay-cv6bz]

Where can I find a steering gear box for my 20r 80’s model ? (Non power steering)

[@AdamNZ]

Actually I have one spare and might know where another is. Do you have an offer in mind?

[@bazilbread5590]

Update?

[@AdamNZ]

Just started our school holidays. I need a massive garage to do the body drop. I probably won’t start until I can at least find somewhere to do it. Not keen to do it out on the road.