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NC_ST165_1988

New member
New here.

I have a red 1988 ST165 inbound to Raleigh, NC on 8/31/2020.

Planned mods
White 17 inch OZ wheels from Tirerack
World Rally sticker pack from England
Front light pod modeled after the World Rally cars
Enjoy

Future
3S-GTE - Newest - highest HP engine I can find

Biggest question so far
-How many ST165s were produced in 1988 and how many were imported in the USA? I found all the data on the ST185.

About me
Huge Toyota and Toyota Land Cruiser fan - Have a highly modded 2004 LC that I take to Uwharrie offroading quite a bit.
 

transneptunian

New member
Welcome to the group.

Not sure if anyone knows the st165 numbers, I’ve never seen them.

For the engine, the 3rd, 4th, and 5th gen 3sgte have about the same power out of the box but if you’re wanting to build it up your best bet is a 2nd or 3rd gen. 3rd gen is probably the best middle ground between factory power and potential.

Good luck!
 

GT4times2

Moderator
NC_ST165_1988":bru9041g said:
New here.

I have a red 1988 ST165 inbound to Raleigh, NC on 8/31/2020.

Planned mods
White 17 inch OZ wheels from Tirerack
World Rally sticker pack from England
Front light pod modeled after the World Rally cars
Enjoy

Future
3S-GTE - Newest - highest HP engine I can find

Biggest question so far
-How many ST165s were produced in 1988 and how many were imported in the USA? I found all the data on the ST185.

About me
Huge Toyota and Toyota Land Cruiser fan - Have a highly modded 2004 LC that I take to Uwharrie offroading quite a bit.



Welcome to the group. And congrats on the new toy!! Best idea to go with a later Gen 3SGTE (Gen3/4). I agree with Transneptunian69, the Gen 3 is a happy medium, but you can't go wrong with either. (Depending on HP goals).

OZ wheels (white)...so common on Alltracs, but I get it (rally theme). Still cool. :smokes:

Looking to get myself a Land Cruiser/LX470 too, hopefully this year. Been wanting one for ever. I love these trucks. Father owned 3. Time to get my own. :p

Anyways, hope you share pics and update us. Hope you start your project thread as well.
 

NC_ST165_1988

New member
Thank you. I may stick with stock wheels for now.

Where is the best place to source a gen 3/4 engine? 250 to 325 hp would be great.

These alltracs are heavy.

Any other wheel choices?

Let me know if you have any 100 series questions. I have 3 now. I have been on www.ih8mud.com for over 15 years. I know 100 series inside and out. ;<)
 

GT4times2

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NC_ST165_1988":201ikf6l said:
Thank you. I may stick with stock wheels for now.

Where is the best place to source a gen 3/4 engine? 250 to 325 hp would be great.

These alltracs are heavy.

Any other wheel choices?

Let me know if you have any 100 series questions. I have 3 now. I have been on http://www.ih8mud.com for over 15 years. I know 100 series inside and out. ;<)


I got my engine at the time from a local importer, but these days inventory seems to be lower than normal all over, and the few that are on Ebay are expensive. But usually Ebay, or FB Marketplace engine importers is a good start. The Alltracs are heavy, but still lighter than newer AWD cars.

Wheel choices? Subjective, and depending on budget. Personally, I'd first look at Enkei, Gram Lights, WedsSport, SSR, OZ (as well)..

These links provided are just suggestions.


https://www.evasivemotorsports.com/stor ... rk-silver/

https://www.evasivemotorsports.com/stor ... ry/sa-72r/

https://www.evasivemotorsports.com/stor ... ory/gtx01/

https://www.evasivemotorsports.com/stor ... offset-38/

https://www.performancealloys.com/oz-ra ... -lettering

Or if on a strict budget, and you want good wheels for your money, look into these.

https://konigwheels.com/wheels/flow-formed-wheels/

You can also look at Cosmis, Rota, Varrstoen, ESR, 1552 Design, if you're on a stricter budget. Most of the ones below are replica wheels, but not a big deal for most (or else there wouldn't be a market for them, right?). Your money, your choice at the end of the day.

https://www.aspiremotoring.com/collecti ... s-for-sale

https://www.aspiremotoring.com/collecti ... an-wheelsI
https://www.aspiremotoring.com/collections/avid1-wheels

https://www.aspiremotoring.com/collecti ... sei-wheels

https://www.aspiremotoring.com/collecti ... six-silver

https://www.aspiremotoring.com/collecti ... ntom-black

Again, these are just ideas/suggestions. Final choice lies on you.


Or if you ultimately want some bigger wheels that will fit, you can always go tC wheels. One of mine has tC wheels on. Fits well. Actually a few guys on the forum have them on their Attracs.

http://i65.photobucket.com/albums/h224/ ... AG0174.jpg

Wow! 3 Land Cruisers!! :notworthy: Share pics. I have been on IH8MUD on numerous occasions. Cool forum. I will definitely keep you posted on my purchase and check with you when I get it. You're in NC, too? Where in NC?
 

GT4times2

Moderator
NC_ST165_1988":34x3i6ol said:
Thank you. Raleigh, NC.

These are all used high mileage Cruisers. 100 series prices are really low for what you get. All 3 have over 220k. I have an 2004 - highly modded, 1999- oldest daughter, 2000 - youngest daughter.

Lots of photos on IG - https://www.instagram.com/andrewroane100/?hl=en

This is my 2004. Built by http://www.sleeoffroad.com


Nice!!!! Exactly what I want. My father owned the 60 and 80 series LC. They are great SUVs. Most I've looked at have similar mileage. I'm not afraid to get one with that mileage. I am always looking. I wish more came with dark gray or black interiors. I'm not a big fan of light beige interior cars (with kids).
But I'll bite regardless.

I will be checking out your pages. Thanks.
 

GT4times2

Moderator
NC_ST165_1988":2epdtza0 said:
STarting a project thread. Need assistance with what color white wrap I need.


I'm confused. You need to know what color white wrap? Are you looking for a color code? Or...?
 

NC_ST165_1988

New member
Holy wow. The All Trac will be on a truck in 2 weeks from WA state.

I am not sure what I am doing with it.

I have the stickers ready to go. The white wrap and the sticker pack from the UK.

Youtube of 1st to 2nd shift. https://youtu.be/aNBDq4zqODg

I have a few pictures as well. Need to figure out how to post the pics.
 

NC_ST165_1988

New member
Already had one incident.

Shipper showed up with a roll back and tow bar. He was about to hook the Alltrac to the tow bar and the seller was like, the Alltrac is all wheel drive and needs to go on the rollback. Shipper had to switch the cars out. Ugh.

Hope that doesn't happen again.

Fingers crossed.
 

88gt4DE

Active member
NC_ST165_1988":1lawfq4x said:
Already had one incident.

Shipper showed up with a roll back and tow bar. He was about to hook the Alltrac to the tow bar and the seller was like, the Alltrac is all wheel drive and needs to go on the rollback. Shipper had to switch the cars out. Ugh.

Hope that doesn't happen again.

Fingers crossed.

One of the first things I did was put Tow warning stickers on the windshield next to the VIN. Warning posted ... damages on them ... :smokes:
 

NC_ST165_1988

New member
Update
- Car to be delivered tomorrow the 10th
- 17 inch white OZ rally wheels ordered - Delivered on Friday the 12th
- Rally sticker pack is here from the UK
- White wrap is here
- Vinyl install kit is here
- Red sparco mud flaps here on Friday the 12th
 

simple

Member
Is this a good running car? You have lots of appearance mods ready but nothing mechanical? Stoked for ya!
 

NC_ST165_1988

New member
Has the c26 turbo
Has gutted cats

I am guessing 205 to 210 HP. Maybe a little more.

Runs great. The speedo seems to be generous.

2 Hiccups so far
1 - Air Flow clip is missing and shut down the car. Knew it was nothing serious as the car was running so good. Used zip ties to hold in place until I find the clip
2nd - Last night, started the car, turned on the lights and the dash, dome, radio, clock and rear tail lights went out. Went through all the fuses this AM and it was the 20A dome fuse and fixed all that. Tested by turning on lights and everything still works.

I don't want anything crazy. Just a rally tribute car that makes good sounds from the turbo and exhaust.
 
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