So...what is yet another great thing about an 80 series?
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Cool!
I saw this the other day... Pretty cool too.
I saw this the other day... Pretty cool too.
These guys do some awesome stuff too... if you ever move to South Africa... 
.. and buy a troopy.
http://www.alu-cab.co.za/component/...of-conversions/toyota-troopie-detail?Itemid=0
.. and buy a troopy.http://www.alu-cab.co.za/component/...of-conversions/toyota-troopie-detail?Itemid=0
Yeah, that's the kind of guy I am... always chasing what I can't have.
Like SASing my 100... (seen at Slee this week)
Like SASing my 100... (seen at Slee this week)
You really DO need the trailer hitch though, because you may not be able to get stuck without it
I found one with a hitch just like yours!
Travis, not sure if you've ever read this. Good reading.
http://sleeoffroad.com/newbie/newbie100.htm
There have been a bunch of cool fj40's on CL lately too, may want to check those out.
If I ever was to get an FJ80, it was going to get a 5.3 vortec crammed down it's throat right away. Much lighter, better economy, and 325 HP right out of the box. It's just really dang hard to find one with a blown engine.
This is something i have decided will happen. I have thought of selling the 80 numerous times but cant justify spending the kind of money that would give me the space and comfort thats good enough for us to sleep in. The capability to go just about anywhere except where a buggy goes. The rock solid reliability of the 80. Only downside is fuel economy of a big block with performance of a 22re
Once this car is done, I will be looking into doing it for the 80 as well if anyone is interested?
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About to look at a couple local 80's.... can't quit thinkin' about'em. 
Here's what I found...
2002 LC with Hail Damage: http://www.patriotmotorsinc.com/detail.aspx?id=3530402&PrefID=9474&.aspx
More like hail and a crazed ex wielding a big ball peen hammer. HUGE dents all over, broken plastic/trim, .....really rough.
Really nice LX450. One owner, 118,000 miles: http://www.peakautobrokers.com/newandusedcars.aspx?ClearAll=1&~
Guy told me it had lockers, when I got there, it did not. Super clean, probably too clean.
One owner with almost 200,000 & LOCKED! : http://www.cobestusedcars.com/detail.aspx?id=3400884&PrefID=13136&.aspx
Door frozen shut, so didn't get a good look at it. Busted windshield, busted pass. seat, clean-ish interior. Would have to drive to get a good feeling either way. Sold on consignment, so not much wiggle room on price.
I'm starting to think that if I really want an 80, I'll have to get rid of the 55...
2002 LC with Hail Damage: http://www.patriotmotorsinc.com/detail.aspx?id=3530402&PrefID=9474&.aspx
More like hail and a crazed ex wielding a big ball peen hammer. HUGE dents all over, broken plastic/trim, .....really rough.
Really nice LX450. One owner, 118,000 miles: http://www.peakautobrokers.com/newandusedcars.aspx?ClearAll=1&~
Guy told me it had lockers, when I got there, it did not. Super clean, probably too clean.
One owner with almost 200,000 & LOCKED! : http://www.cobestusedcars.com/detail.aspx?id=3400884&PrefID=13136&.aspx
Door frozen shut, so didn't get a good look at it. Busted windshield, busted pass. seat, clean-ish interior. Would have to drive to get a good feeling either way. Sold on consignment, so not much wiggle room on price.
I'm starting to think that if I really want an 80, I'll have to get rid of the 55...
Was wondering how bad that 100 was
Yeah... I was thinking if I was going to dent up a 100, why not do it to a hail damaged one. But, it was REAL bad. Window moldings bashed and banged up. "Hail" dents so hard that it split/cracked the paint and rust was forming. Interior was nice.
I went through the same mixed emotions about my FJ40, and ultimately I sold it because I didn't want to be that attached to a vehicle and not be able to ever move on. I feel your pain. I'm confused at why you were looking at another 100 series? I know you want something a little more capable, and maybe more upgrade able. It's also nice to have something you can get a dent in without stressing. You'll figure out what's right for you.
Go offer this guy 2500 bucks. We'll go hit the junkyard and find a new tailgate and tail light, pound the fender out into a reasonable shape, paint it cammo, and beat the crud out of it.
http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4315726630.html
http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4315726630.html
Go offer this guy 2500 bucks. We'll go hit the junkyard and find a new tailgate and tail light, pound the fender out into a reasonable shape, paint it cammo, and beat the crud out of it.
http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4315726630.html
Ohhh sooo tempting!!!!
Damn, now I'm not going to be able to sleep tonight......
2002 LC with Hail Damage: http://www.patriotmotorsinc.com/detail.aspx?id=3530402&PrefID=9474&.aspx More like hail and a crazed ex wielding a big ball peen hammer. HUGE dents all over, broken plastic/trim, .....really rough. Really nice LX450. One owner, 118,000 miles: http://www.peakautobrokers.com/newandusedcars.aspx?ClearAll=1&~ Guy told me it had lockers, when I got there, it did not. Super clean, probably too clean.
Hold on tight to the 55 and an 80 or 100 will find you.
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Go offer this guy 2500 bucks. We'll go hit the junkyard and find a new tailgate and tail light, pound the fender out into a reasonable shape, paint it cammo, and beat the crud out of it.
http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4315726630.html
I think I would pull the trigger at $2k
Yeah, got a little nauseous when I though of getting rid of the 55.
I think I would pull the trigger at $2k
He said the front bumper rubs when driving and that one of the 285 Duratracs is destroyed... and the spare is a 265. Here are a few pics the guy sent me today.