So I'm currently sitting with two older cars for myself - the 93 F150 and the 1996 FZJ80. My life is getting busy enough that I don't have time to properly and maintain and work on both of them (we have two little ones under 4). Currently my wife's 100 is up on stands in the garage while I rebuild the front end so she has been driving the kids around in my trail rig - the 96 80. The paint is worn and it has trail damage but it drives great - for a trail rig. Its loud and dirty and I think my wife is a bit embarrassed to be seen driving around in it (I don't blame her!). I love it to death but I'm having trouble justifying spending time fixing it up to driver quality regularly.
I'm considering selling the F150 and the FZJ80 and getting into a newer F150 crew cab as my vehicle. Down the line I'd get back into 4x4ing when the kids care older with probably a Samurai so it can be strictly a trail truck that is trailered to and from - that way I won't have to worry about keeping it roadworthy.
To help me make a decision I need to think about what I could possibly get for my cruiser. Here's the deal:
1996 FZJ80 - 225k mi
The Good:
- Very well cared for mechanically and always with OEM parts - starts reliably and drives well
- Triple locked (factory locker truck)
- Lots of recent work in the last few years/within 25k mi:
-- Headgasket
-- Engine reseal - all seals other than rear main
-- Timing chain guide
-- All new coolant hoses (including PHH)
-- New TREs on the front
-- Full Knuckle rebuilds done 10k mi ago
-- New Toyota radiator
-- New Toyota oxygen sensors
-- Ignition tune-up - plugs, cap/rotor
-- Rear output shaft seal, reseal transfer case
-- New Denso alternator
-- Brake system flush
-- All fluids/lube points kept up on schedule
-- Carpet replaced with vinyl floors from Australia
-- Interior in pretty good shape. No seat tears in stitching (just egress wear)
- NO RUST, NO WATER LEAKS
Mods:
- BumpItOffRoad Rear bumper with tire carrier
- BumpItOffRoad sliders
- MAF transfer/transmission skid plate
- BFG 33" M/Ts - they are old but still have lots of tread on them. Wouldn't daily drive b/c of age
- FJ Steelies (also have original wheels too)
- Cobra CB + 4' Firestik
- York OBA mod with tank for trail air-up, includes oil separator in line and braided steel output hoses
- Storage system - 3 drawers for tools, recovery gear
- CDL button/pin7 mod
- Custom 2.5 exhaust rerouted with trail protection in mind
The Bad:
- Slight blue smoke at startup (1-2 sec) after sitting for a while - worn valve seals
- Trail damage: front bumper, both front fenders, DSF door, DSR/PSR door handles, DS rear quarter
- Trail-deflared. I have plugged the holes with stainless bolts and rubber washers
- Slow leak in AC system (refill every 2-3 years - currently troubleshooting)
- Seats are actually in pretty good shape but some leather panel has hardened a bit
- Paint is well worn and peeling on hood and roof. I have a rattle can of color-matched touch up and clear coat I never got around to putting on
Basically, this is a trail toy that has been well cared for and is ready to go mechanically. But I have no idea what that's worth. I would obviously sell it to an enthusiast who is going to wheel it. I don't think there is any market on craigslist for this truck. Love to know what you guys think!
I'm considering selling the F150 and the FZJ80 and getting into a newer F150 crew cab as my vehicle. Down the line I'd get back into 4x4ing when the kids care older with probably a Samurai so it can be strictly a trail truck that is trailered to and from - that way I won't have to worry about keeping it roadworthy.
To help me make a decision I need to think about what I could possibly get for my cruiser. Here's the deal:
1996 FZJ80 - 225k mi
The Good:
- Very well cared for mechanically and always with OEM parts - starts reliably and drives well
- Triple locked (factory locker truck)
- Lots of recent work in the last few years/within 25k mi:
-- Headgasket
-- Engine reseal - all seals other than rear main
-- Timing chain guide
-- All new coolant hoses (including PHH)
-- New TREs on the front
-- Full Knuckle rebuilds done 10k mi ago
-- New Toyota radiator
-- New Toyota oxygen sensors
-- Ignition tune-up - plugs, cap/rotor
-- Rear output shaft seal, reseal transfer case
-- New Denso alternator
-- Brake system flush
-- All fluids/lube points kept up on schedule
-- Carpet replaced with vinyl floors from Australia
-- Interior in pretty good shape. No seat tears in stitching (just egress wear)
- NO RUST, NO WATER LEAKS
Mods:
- BumpItOffRoad Rear bumper with tire carrier
- BumpItOffRoad sliders
- MAF transfer/transmission skid plate
- BFG 33" M/Ts - they are old but still have lots of tread on them. Wouldn't daily drive b/c of age
- FJ Steelies (also have original wheels too)
- Cobra CB + 4' Firestik
- York OBA mod with tank for trail air-up, includes oil separator in line and braided steel output hoses
- Storage system - 3 drawers for tools, recovery gear
- CDL button/pin7 mod
- Custom 2.5 exhaust rerouted with trail protection in mind
The Bad:
- Slight blue smoke at startup (1-2 sec) after sitting for a while - worn valve seals
- Trail damage: front bumper, both front fenders, DSF door, DSR/PSR door handles, DS rear quarter
- Trail-deflared. I have plugged the holes with stainless bolts and rubber washers
- Slow leak in AC system (refill every 2-3 years - currently troubleshooting)
- Seats are actually in pretty good shape but some leather panel has hardened a bit
- Paint is well worn and peeling on hood and roof. I have a rattle can of color-matched touch up and clear coat I never got around to putting on
Basically, this is a trail toy that has been well cared for and is ready to go mechanically. But I have no idea what that's worth. I would obviously sell it to an enthusiast who is going to wheel it. I don't think there is any market on craigslist for this truck. Love to know what you guys think!
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