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    Ford  M 1964 Ford F250 4X4 - AKA Project Dumpster Fire

    Hi All, I recently retired and I plan to do a lot of things which require a truck. So, I’ve been browsing the usual sites looking for a daily driver/project. Thought I’d pick up a cheap 67-72 K20 but the prices are INSANE, so, I started looking outside GM. I’ve always loved the styling of the...
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    Slide out kitchen for my 80 is finally becoming a reality! (pics)

    I've been working on my slide out kitchen mods to the KISS drawers in my 80. When it's done, all of the work surfaces will be covered in stainless steel. I'm still playing with a few things like a 40" extension to the return with a collapsible sink but when it's done, it will all pack up into...
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    My 80 Series KISS Drawer install and slide out kitchen build (VERY PIC HEAVY)

    I think I may be the first here to install the final production version of these drawers in an 80 series so here goes. I'm happy to answer any questions or provide more photos to anyone who is interested. @CruiserDave , feel free to include as much of this on the main drawer thread as you'd...
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    Water VS Fuel...What would you do?

    Hypothetical: You and another person are going out into the desert alone in your 80. Where you will be, there is absolutely no fuel or water to be had within 150 miles. You plan to be out there for a week. Would you rather have a 20 gallon water tank where the spare tire used to be and three...
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    School me on expedition style electrics-12V and 110V

    :bang:Hi All, Search has not been my friend on this particular question as there are an infinite number of threads of varying ages with a lot of conflicting answers. Ok, here is what I want to do: 12V Dual Batteries - AUX battery to be used only to power fridge, small LEDs, etc. Both...
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    Manual transmission - Read every thread, still need a final answer

    I've read every manual transmission swap thread here and I still need a clear answer to one question: Is there a way to swap a manual trans into a 1997 either behind the original engine or behind an LS and remain California smog legal?
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    Brake issue?

    I've been driving my dad's new 1997 80 around to debug it for him while he sells his current car. I've found and fixed a few minor things but one thing has me stumped. The "BRAKE" light on the dash is always dimly lit (bright enough to see during the day but not as bright as when the E-brake...
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    I screwed up bad.

    My Dad bought himself a nice 80 yesterday. He took me along to check it out. Although I found a few minor issues, I somehow missed a major one. I saw it this morning. Luckily it's an easy fix but thinking about how I drove it 30 miles in the rain on the freeway yesterday like this....well I...
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    I just increased my 80's MPG for free and you can too!

    No, I'm not selling magic mileage pills. I've only owned my 80 since early Spring and I've been running the AC constantly since I purchased it. Over the last two weeks (two tanks) I've had the AC off and using the same gas station, same route to and from work and same load in the truck, I've...
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    My installation notes and review of PrinSu Design Studios roof rack

    Below is the installation and review of my roof rack from PrinSu Design Studios. I initially saw this rack on BoxRocket's build thread and liked it because it was light, had a full "foot" design for even weight distribution, was flat on top and was (relatively) affordable. I got into a group...
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    Just finished up a mod that you've never seen before

    I managed to break my ankle and foot last week (3 fractures total, what do I win?). The doc told me that I'll be in a cast/boot for the next 6-8 weeks. I can get around on crutches but I need to be able to drive to work. Hmm. What to do? The motorcycle is sadly out of the question. Maybe...
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    For those that have painted their wheels

    Since my build is stalled due to my having a broken ankle, I've been researching some cosmetic upgrades. I know that there are a lot of wheel paint threads here (I've spent hours searching and I think that I may actually have read them all), but this question is less of a "how to" and more of a...
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    Got more than I bargained for today!

    I've been wanting to add a CDL switch to my 80 but I couldn't find one at a reasonable price. finally, I decided to just use a hazard switch. As I was perusing Ebay, I came across a listing for a CDL switch with very little detail and 1 crappy out of focus picture. All I could tell was that...
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    Builds  Nonsense and tomfoolery...the fast build of a slow truck

    It all started in the mid ‘70’s. To say that I grew up around Land Cruisers would be an understatement. I grew up IN them! 1976: Me in my car seat in Dad’s 1975 FJ40. Dig the safety! Dad belonged to a club and we went on a lot of runs together with other Land Cruisers, Jeeps, Scouts...
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    Rear Spoiler...Why?

    Just curious, Toyotas seem to be very well engineered with a purpose for everything, no matter how odd (The carburetor fan on a 40 comes to mind), but WTF is the spoiler for on my 80? The thought of reaching a speed where downforce becomes an issue is truly horrifying.
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    what's the deal with IPOR?

    They've been out of stock on rear bumpers for a while. Are they not making them anymore?
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    Wanted  80 Series Rear Bumper with Full width or Dual Swing Outs

    Looking to buy a rear bumper with dual swing outs or one full width swing out for my 1997 FZJ80. Cosmetic condition is not important, but functionality is. IPOR, Hanna, Slee, 4X4 Labs, Kaymar, Sean, Bump it Offroad...Any brand is fine. Home made is fine too, as long as it is structurally...
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    80 series performance...need a little context here

    Hi all, I am seriously considering an 80 series but I'm a little hesitant due to the many threads I've read with owners complaining about lack of performance. However, it occurred to me that there's very little context in those complaints. (slow as compared to what?) So, very simply : My...
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    Wanted  WTB Offenhauser Dual-Port manifold for 2f

    I want to buy an Offenhauser Dual Port 4 barrel intake manifold for a 2F. I'm in Los Angeles, but I don't mind paying for shipping. I need this ASAP.
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    Wanted  Offenhauser Dual Port 4 barrel Manifold for 2F

    I'm looking for an Offy Dual Port 4 barrel manifold for a 2F. I'm located in Los Angeles, but I don't mind paying for shipping if the price is right.
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