Fuel tank full of rust? That's a concern. Reach your fingers into the frame and see if it feels clean or full of dirt/rust flakes.
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Looks like surface rust in that section. Look at the shock tube and the frame from the forward rear spring perch back. That's where the frame goes Swiss cheese first in my experience.
I agree. That still looks pretty solid back there. Time to get in there and treat it with something though. Pulling the body and getting the frame blasted and painted would be ideal. Big job though.You can see a bit of that section in the last photo on the OP. It definitely looks a bit deeper to me but not Swiss cheese.
That thing looks rad! Fluid film the rusty bits and run it! Love that color! I wish mine were that color haha. However, if you want something that looks pretty done, check this one out...located in Cali for an extra $9k. Might save you some money in the long run.
1983 Landcruiser FJ60
California smogged 2nd owner - acquired in 1989 All work done by Toyota Dealers except oil changes All parts OEM 2 pair - off road heavy duty mud/snow tire chains/ repair kit “Thule” deluxe gear totegoldcountry.craigslist.org
Yes!Hmmm is that a yes?
Its not too bad, but I would budget for an engine rebuild in the near future. As you can see its all about the rust. Clean bodies put you miles ahead on a resto.
Springs look a bit saggy
I wouldnt have thought a weber was a con, but some say they need setting up properly. I would rather the OEM carb set up properly.
You should not drive this any further unless you willing to accept more permanent damage to your engine. ... You should just factor in the cost of getting the truck back to your house safely back to your house with a tow into the purchase price.
Welcome to the madness.
Did you check the oil before you left? Was it sitting with a cracked head or did it crack on the way home? Good luck. Don’t get discouraged it’ll all work out. I went through the same exact thing.