That's a pretty cool 5MT as advertised. It's got the straight-shift 5 then, with the cool, wide-brake pedal... the clutch pesal is integrated into that pedal too. That was a super-deluxe option I think. 
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I’m sure if you ask they’ll even put a lifetime warranty on the Clutch. Guaranty the clutch will never wear outThat's a pretty cool 5MT as advertised. It's got the straight-shift 5 then, with the cool, wide-brake pedal... the clutch pesal is integrated into that pedal too. That was a super-deluxe option I think.
Won’t last
stevebradford
In the shop
Sounds like scam you out of your wallet when you show up to buy it.
GTSSportCoupe
2LTE abuser
Yeah, there's enough of that Idaho front license plate showing it's likely not a local picture. Coulda been one zero out on price, but mileage in miles is suspicious too.
Check this scam out “Suburban Motors”
43 vehicles under $3k... not one on their site.
Contact them @comcast.net
Not likely
GTSSportCoupe
2LTE abuser
One of those extremely rare finds that I regret being late to. This is worth two to three times what they're asking. LHD diesel manual transmission low km: 2000 Toyota Landcruiser
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If it makes you feel any better I read on another forum that a guy test drove it and said it had what he felt was serious engine troubles. Smoke for days and a serious lack of power.
GTSSportCoupe
2LTE abuser
That makes me feel a bit better.....thanks. Although even if the motor is pooched, still a reasonable deal I suppose....
So, it can be had for less then??
GTSSportCoupe
2LTE abuser
Well, if you consider in good condition with those km's they go for about $35k, then even with a completely ruined motor I'd say $12k is still quite reasonable. A used 1HDFTE is around $5-10k. I'm confident I could swap in a weekend. End cost might be around $20-22k. Still a heck of a truck for that price.
I read some of the info on people who test drove this truck (facebook). Sounds like it's not making boost and not burning clean (diesel smoke). But no mention of compression loss or burning oil. So I'm going to say there is a good chance the engine core is ok, and it's probably in need of a bunch of servicing and maybe new turbo.
The electronic injection system on the 1HDFTE is fundamentally the same as on my 2LTE. Most mechanics for some reason just can't handle these systems. To me they're as simple as any same year gas electronic fuel injection system. I'd say their is a good chance the electronic injection system has some engine codes to be dealt with and could just be in a 'limp' mode.
Folks on face book were thinking maybe gasoline had been put in the motor. Not sure where that came from, but if so I'm going to say the whole injection system will be ruined...
GTSSportCoupe
2LTE abuser
1977 Toyota Landcruiser
$7,250
$7,250
stevebradford
In the shop
John Armstrong the name sounds familiar is he the guy that drove to California with his 40 in low range?
Is that an axle housing he is selling for 50$ ?
Yes. Looks to have the brakes and 3rd also.
The snorkel for $200 seems fair enough
Axle is sold.
I’ve got too many unknowns to even consider a snorkel. I’ve got a TPI fuel injection setup sitting on the shelf... it’ll be enough of a project without trying to add a snorkel into the mix.
I’ve got too many unknowns to even consider a snorkel. I’ve got a TPI fuel injection setup sitting on the shelf... it’ll be enough of a project without trying to add a snorkel into the mix.
stevebradford
In the shop
When is the last time you drove threw 3 1/2 foot of water? I wouldn’t worry about it.
It’s been a few years since I dunked the headlights under the water and filled them part way up.
And before that a water crossing that had water halfway up the doors and over the front fenders... fortunately it kept running even though the distributor cap was filled halfway up with water.
What's the story with driving to California in low gear???
Haha it's worse than that....8000km in low range.
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Rosie the Riveter Build.
Hey this a build thread. My wife and I bought a late 1979 FJ40 and are doing a ground up rebuild on it and swapping the 2f out for a 3b. Complete go over with new suspension and rebuilt transmission and some "special projects" along the way. We're stripping the body down to metal and...
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