Looking to get a few opinions on what my 93 LC would be worth as is. Engine locked up a few days ago and don't have the time to rebuild. It has 255000 miles on it and is pretty much factory, no mods. The wife drove it and is in excellent condition inside and out, everything works. I replaced passenger side birfield, all seals, gaskets and bearings, axel, brake caliper and rotor. Driver side has all new seals, gaskets and bearings, caliper and rotor, bifield was replaced several years ago. Tranny is smooth and seems strong. Does not have lockers. Any input would be appreciated. Thanks
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Saying goodbye to 93 LC (14 Viewers)
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brian
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it looks good, but as it is with a broken motor.....$1500 tops whole....more in parts.
If you have the time, you can get more parting it out. Altho I hate to see a nice looking cruiser getting parted.
Where are you in KY?
Where are you in KY?
Just picked up a '92, same color, stock, bent front bumper, fender good. Needed a fuel pump. $700 Cash.
Would be a shame to part out a good shape southern Cruiser.
brian
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all it needs is a motor. decent used 1fz-fes pop up from time to time.....just say'n.
what a purdy color. hands down my fav. i vote x2 for put in a new motor. heck for the cost transplant a 95-97 drive-train... win win, OBDII, new tranny, you know the history and have all the memories... shrug.
Hey, I am in Frankfort too. Nice looking cruiser. I have a 94 white FZJ80.
Keep it together if you can. If it were me, I would look for a good 1FZ to put back in for $ and times sake. You would have a nice 80 that you know is solid otherwise and are familiar with. A toyota diesel would be great but that would be some time and money and a good project.
Good luck with whatever you decide.
Keep it together if you can. If it were me, I would look for a good 1FZ to put back in for $ and times sake. You would have a nice 80 that you know is solid otherwise and are familiar with. A toyota diesel would be great but that would be some time and money and a good project.
Good luck with whatever you decide.
Having done conversions and researched the topic, it really depends on 3 things, what you want to do with the cruiser, time, money. The least expense is find a used engine have the HG replaced and put it in.
I will have a good used motor in a matter of a few weeks, finally getting the turbo diesel project underway. I still DD mine everyday. I am in middle TN, shoot me a PM anytime.
Either way, I would vote for a used motor and keep what you know.
Thanks - Curt
Either way, I would vote for a used motor and keep what you know.
Thanks - Curt
Oh for sure I'd swap or repair. Just didnt sound like that was an option for him. You could always contract out the work. Therr are a few of us 80 guys not far from you.
