I've imported an 80 and a 100 from Saudi so I'll chime in on this one...
That 96 you're looking at looks to be in really good shape. Generally GCC trucks are in garbage condition, especially in Saudi Arabia.
Yes, no rust is great but the heat destroys literally everything else. And if the heat...
PM me, you can EASILY import a diesel 80 for less than $18k CAD.
If you're looking for a diesel cruiser in general, import an HDJ101. The 1HD-FTE will last far longer than a 1HD-T or 1HD-FT.
I would not recommend buying that HDJ81. Nor would I recommend buying local HDJ81's in general.
Best bang for you buck, import a fresh 95-97 HDJ81 from Japan. I imported one bone stock with 208,000 km for $17k landed at my door and it was immaculate. In my opinion, that's the only way to go...
These guys should help your squeak:
https://partsouq.com/en/search/all?q=67207-90K00
https://partsouq.com/en/search/all?q=69470-60010
https://partsouq.com/en/search/all?q=67208-60031
80 barn doors are famous for squeaking... how are the condition of the rubber mounts and spacers on the back? Being a middle east rig these are probably deformed to oblivion. You MAY need a new lock assembly but I would replace the rubbers first.
So I can't seem to find an answer on this one...
Do brand new OEM drive shafts have yoke spline play before they are filled with grease? Basically if you twisted a new shaft at both ends, would you feel clunking at the yoke?
Any reason for wanting ABS? It seems unnecessary in the KSA. My 96 VX-R is manual w/ lockers and ABS so if you need pictures let me know!
Personally, I would not run ABS in Saudi and just add the lockers. :)
So update with my progress and project scope...
After a lot of research and internal debate, I have decided to go for a 1HD-FTE swap instead. Part of the reasoning lies in the availability of FT parts. The FT is just such a rare motor and worth so much money it just doesn't make sense to keep...
Super cool seeing another Saudi truck in North America!
My recommendation is change ALL rubber components and as much plastic as practically possible. Rubbers and plastics were almost all shot on my Saudi rigs.
Had some incredible luck this week during my journey for new parts for my restoration.
Managed to find NOS of the sub tank gauge w/ altimeter in Saudi Arabia. Check this out!
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