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Originally Posted by roscoFJ73
I think youll find the diff ratio a little low for every day use
As for the rust,its what makes them worth doing a restore or not.
IMO ,you are betting off starting with a good body and a dead motor than the other way round.
The 24v models have a limited choice of aftermarket accessories,so you use a 12v inverter to run 12V CD/radio ,lights etc.
You cant plug a 12V accessoriy into one of the batteries without causing problems
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Thanks for the info. I think you may be right with the whole good body bad motor = easier restore thing, but up here in the wet, wet, wet, wet ,wet ,wet ,wet BC coast, it's pretty rare that you see any vehicle more than 20 years old without some rust "issues". As I mentioned before, I have still not physically seen the LC up close and personal. I have all fingers and toes crossed that I won't be able to poke any holes through with a pen, but until the guy gets back form out of town, I'm left hoping and praying.
I've also now come across a 1983 HJ60 with a 3B motor in relatively good condition (very minimal rust on body and frame). The only thing is I live up on the mountain and am concerned that there won't be enough power for the climb. Also, I've got my heart set on a 2H or 12HT so unless someone convinces me otherwise, the search will continue.
Any ideas as to how the 3B with a turbocharger will handle climbs and heavy loads? How is Highway driving with a 3B?
Again, thanks for the input and man this forum rocks!!!!