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That would really help to just run a single wider wheel, those old style duals put a lot of strain on things because of the leverage on the end of the axle. Theres still a lot of the old toyotas running around with the old duals that have logged many a mile without any problems, but the idea of never knowing when it might decide to go its own way was the reason I bit the bullet and invested in the bigger axle on mine. The single wheel might not have as much stability as duals, but like my Chinook that has wide single rear wheels the best investment I made was the addition of the rear sway bar. It made a world of difference in my opinion.

Nolan. Where did you get sway bars? Cost? Were they "bolt in" or did you have to weld? Jack A2. 86 Sunrader Pop-up.

Jacka2, The sway bar I put on the Chinook is made by Hellwig I bought it through a local tire shop here that has an alignment shop and sells suspension parts. The cost if I remember right, its been 12 years ago was around 100.00. It was a bolt on kit, no welding, or cutting. Your 86 Sunrader with the 1 ton axle should have the brackets on the rear axle housing for the stock toyota sway bar, maybe the boneyard flatbed you seen still has the sway bar on it. If not, toyota could probably get one but it would probably be spendy.

Nolan. My Sunrader's pop roof spans the whole top of the machine. When in the down position the rig looks like a converstion van, and unless you look close the rubber seal looks like a normal van rain gutter. On the road it drives very firm and stable. Never a cross wind or truck vortex problem. The bed/table setup is on the left side. Over the cab is storage. It too had fake windows in front, made from contact paper. I removed them. The unit has a side door and a huge "clam shell" back door. Like your Chinook, this truck looks long, low and slick. This summer I plan to spiff it and post some Pix. I just got it on the road this Fall after it had a five year sleep. It was a mess. The plumbing was split in many places (Quest). The cabin electricl system (Battery and isolator) were shot, and every ground was bad. All the cabin keys were lost. Up front, the fenders were shot, water poured in under the dash to the left front floor board and the windshild was cracked all the way across. Only one headlight worked, no rear anything lit up. There was no exhaust system left. Cat, muffler pipes were not even on the truck. All the engine belts were shot. But I changed the oil, started it up, and drove it 15 miles home. I have about 3k in it now (counting purchase price, parts my cheap labor at $10 an hour). But it has been a fun and rewarding project, and it's one of the most enjoyable machines I have ever owned. Jack A2 86 Sunrader Pop Up.

I am unable to pull up your web site, could you please send please.D. Clark

Sounds like your doing a major remodel, Once you get started on these things it kinda snowballs and you keep finding more to do or change. I know all to well about the amount of work and money but like you said its fun and rewarding. Can't wait to see some pictures of your poptop. Keep up the good work.

Hi Folks, Have pity on me. I'm Toyotaless. Seriously, I'm in the market for a small RV sometime in the next year. I've looked around at the Winnebago H body (LeSharo/Phasar) lines but have been scared away by the Renault drivetrains. I've looked at the American Clipper and like the strong club for these motor homes and the fiberglass construction but, considering today's gas prices, I'm not sure that what I want to do requires a Dodge 440 engine to carry everything around. These Toyota based motorhomes seem like a more reasonable approach to me so I am beginning to look into them more seriously. I definitely want fiberglass construction on the coach body. From the pictures I've seen, that seems to restrict me to a Chinook or Sunrader. Am I missing something? Also, I'm looking for a rear kitchen/bath type floorplan. Anyone have any suggestions? Is there anywhere I could look to find out the floorplans that were used on these, unfortunately, out of production motor homes? Regards, Bob Hupp

Hello Bob, Were gonna have to work on you to cure this toyotaless condition, I don't know how many were built with the full fiberglass construction, my folks have a 91 Winnabago toyota that has a fiberglass skin construction. Its a nice unit, decent workmanship, and with over 60,000 miles, never a minutes problem in drivetrain or coach. A lot of people seem to think of the toyota as a gutless, unstable, oversized box, but from my own experience even with the old 78 I have, I can drive the speed limit with no problem, it will slow down on the hills, slower than some, but not as slow as others, and the average of around 15 mpg is hard to beat. Maybe if I was going to ive in it year around I would opt for a bigger rig but until then I'll keep my trusty old Toyota. You might check the library for some back issues of the RV Buyers Guide put out by Trailer Life, they had specs for the different models and floor plans ect. Good luck

I just wanted to wish everyone a Happy New Year! I hope the year ahead brings us closer together as a group, sharing experiences and stories of travels in our beloved toyota campers. I wish everyone health and happiness. Nate

Bob, Welcome to the group! The only place I can suggest to find info on the toyota campers floor plans and designs is rv trader website. Most of the posts have some description of the interior design of the campers. A few of the listings have photos of the interior of the campers. I come from a family of toyota camper owners and we could not be happier with the platform. If you are looking for a combination of versatility, drivability, reliability, and effeciency the toyota is for you. The camper offers the best of both worlds. It is as easy to drive as a van and gives you most of the comforts of home. They are also easy to work on, and parts are easy to find. My camper is a 1986 21ft. Escaper, it has the 2.4 fuel injected engine and a 5 speed manual. I get 17-20 mpg, that as good as my pick-up truck. I have the rear bath with a seperate shower. My unit has 4 burner stove with oven, microwave, tv, tv ant., fridge, double sink, AC, plently of storage, couch and chair and can sleep 4 people. I drive the camper just about anywhere, I've drove in heavy city traffic through the Rockies and can fit in most parking spots or campsites. However, I enjoy drive through national parks the most. Best of luck with your search. Remember the search for the perfect toyota camper is about as fun as using it! Nate

Well, as I have said before: my Sunrader does not have dulies and at this point has very wide 2 ply tires (very unsafe) I have finally located a 4 ply to fit this rim, but today I located the original type dulie rims for my camper. They are strange looking, almost like one rim and deeply inset. I can get them for 100.00 , for both. Now also to take into consideration is the fact that my Sunrader is very small. You can see a picture on the motorhome sight refered to in the links on this sight. It does not weigh as much as most. The rims are currently on a little toyota tow truck that is being parted out, so I am thinking "heck if they withstood the stress of picking up cars, certainly my littel shlempmobile would be a cakewalk. Suggestions? Benton

I am also wondering: If this is veto'ed for the Sunrader. perhaps I should get the dulies for the Chinook. It weighs less than the Sunrader, but it does tend to drift on the road with the 6 ply singles on it. Benton

last one: I have found a wheel adaptor kit for the toyota rims that would allow you to create dulies. Would these be less stree than those old aftermarket dulie rims. They are quite expensive. Benton

Hi Benton, I have seen a couple different types of dual conversions, one use the stock wheels with long studs and a hub in between, the other uses a special wheel with another wheel bolted to that one, I can't remark on either as I have never had any experience with either one. My 78 Odessey had the type you found on the tow truck, when I bought it the owners said they had never had any problems in all the years they owned it, had around 74,000 miles, I was still uneasy about the chances of any problems so thats why I changed to the bigger axle, safety and piece of mind. I know several people that have the old duals on Chinooks that have logged a bizillion miles without a problem, and then others that have had several problems. True the Chinooks are considerably lighter than there bigger cousins, and in fact I took the old duals off my Odessey and put them on the 75 Chinook project rig I got, but haven't really put any miles on it yet, so only time will tell. I guess what I.m trying to say is whatever you feel comfortable with. I posted it before but will say it again, when running the old duals a couple of helpful tips is to check the lugnut tightness often and to run more air pressure in the inside tire. The tightness keeps the wheels from flexing as much and air pressure on the inside tire helps hold the load more over the center of the bearing and less on the outside tire where the leverage comes from. I found a couple of sites surfing around if anyones interested in sway bars or wants to Email them for more info, http://wwwperformancesuspension.com/TruckAntiSwayBarKits.htm http://wwwaddco.net/products/toyota.shtml

Sorry forgot the . after www on both addresses, http://www.performancesuspension.com/TruckAntiSwayBarKits.htm http://www.addco.net/products/toyota.shtml

I have a 5 speed transmisson in my 1986 Toyota camper and I was wondering if anyone else had one. My uncle has an 1984 Nissan camper with a 5 speed. I know that they were all 4 speed manuals up until about 84 or 85. It was a big reason I purchased my camper, better mileage and longer life than automatics. Just curious! Nate

If anyone knows where I can obtain an owners manual for a 1984 Toyota/ Dolphin 21 ft I would appreciate knowing. I am willing to pay for copying and mailing. Thanks for the help.!!!!!!!!!!

Welcome to the group. I sorry, I can't help you with the owners manual for your 84f dolphin. Hopefully another one of our members might be able to help you. Nate

I am an new owner of a 1984 Toyota / Dolphin 21ft With 87,000 miles . It runs like a charm and everthing works { no Leaks Either } . My Wife and I anticipate many miles and Hours of enjoyment. We are retirement age [but havent done it yet].

I am an new owner of a 1984 Toyota / Dolphin 21ft With 87,000 miles . It runs like a charm and everthing works { no Leaks Either } . My Wife and I anticipate many miles and Hours of enjoyment. We are retirement age [but havent done it yet].