Oyaji_Jon
Roll Me Over
Reged: 11/01/01
Posts: 3269
Loc: Pebble Beach, CA
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So, I'm getting ready to move to Japan for a while and I come across this . What do I do? Send him an email asking his bottom dollar and that he call me. He calls me and says he liked my email and the idea that an "enthusiast: (read:idiot) wanted his truck and had plans for it. He then proceeds to tell me that all he's had is low ball offers for $500 and would be happy to sell it to me, since I'd make good use of it, for the same $500.
I CANNOT believe I'm actually contemplating buying and storing this thing until I get back from Japan. I don't think I'll be able to pass this one up...
On another note, the oil leak is on the front side and only comes after running for 30 minutes or more. I'm thinking front main and timing belt are in order. Any other thoughts? I only have 4 weeks left here in San Diego and want something besides the motorcycle to drive to work.
-------------------- 73
-Jon
KJ6GVM
As seen on Expedition with TX plates: VEGETARIAN - An old Indian word for poor hunter
Grampa's Trooper
1974 FJ40
1987 FJ60
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TommyM
Rock Warrior
Reged: 02/07/04
Posts: 568
Loc: Durango, CO
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If you don't, let me know and I'll take it for $500. Seriously. Lots of cool toys on that one!
It's located in SoCal somewhere? Just gotta figure out how to get it home. . .
Tommy
-------------------- 90 LWB Montero, 270k, 265/75R16, 16x8 ARE Bajas, Budget Lift, Towbar, Aux Brakes (towed with camper), Jotto Desk, remote oil filter
92 bone stock base model beater
Parting out 4 more
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sparkem
Trail Leader
Reged: 12/12/00
Posts: 6883
Loc: Ponchatoula, LA
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The snorkel is worth half that, plus you get the rest of the truck.
-------------------- I just want to tell you both good luck, and we're all counting on you.
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cmonty72
Trail Leader
Reged: 03/12/06
Posts: 6947
Loc: Carmichael California
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Looks like a great buy. Ill hold it for you while your in Japan.
-------------------- 96 Montero LS 24V DOHC 3.0L.
98 Montero 24v SOHC 3.5L, factory rear locker, Winter/tow package.
63 Jaguar XKE 3.8L FHC
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rxinhed
The Mitsubishi Parts Guy
Reged: 02/21/05
Posts: 5898
Loc: Gerber, CA
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Jon,
Now...now you are definitely getting the sickness. Snap it up, store it, build it when you return. I'd like to find a 4-door in my locale to get for my wife, I'd definitely buy it.
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52degrees
Forum Moderator
Reged: 10/19/04
Posts: 6330
Loc: In the beer cooler
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If you don't buy it let us know. I'd even buy it and haul it back up here on a flatbed trailer with no second gear in my truck just to get the goodies off of it for only $500.
-------------------- 1990 Montero RS (In pieces... for now)
KG6VNX
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JAVYPRO
Body Damage is Cool
Reged: 02/04/01
Posts: 1832
Loc: Buford, GA USA
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oyaji jon, you want my advise? RIP HIS ARM OFF!!! For $500 that is a steal. Do it, do it, go go go
-------------------- 88 red Montero with the Dakar Special Edition decals, 438,000 miles (As of 7/23/2012) some occational blue puffing but still strong and counting!!! I am going ppsshhh (turbo), Stay tuned =) ...
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LRJ4x4
Web Wheeler
Reged: 12/17/01
Posts: 11717
Loc: Monterey, CA
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At least let me know who makes that rear ladder
-------------------- 98 Montero with cold weather package
96 Toyota Land Cruiser, fully locked Mall Machine :-)
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Oyaji_Jon
Roll Me Over
Reged: 11/01/01
Posts: 3269
Loc: Pebble Beach, CA
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OK, OK, I'm going to go see it tomorrow, I think. I'll bring some cash with me and probably take it off his hands. I really want the stuff off of it more than anything, but the 4 door would be great for camping and what not.
LRJ, I'm trying to get into NPS there in Monterey when I get back. Will you still be around? I should start their MBA program in ~2 years.
Chris, how far are you from San Diego? If you are serious, that is...
-------------------- 73
-Jon
KJ6GVM
As seen on Expedition with TX plates: VEGETARIAN - An old Indian word for poor hunter
Grampa's Trooper
1974 FJ40
1987 FJ60
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LRJ4x4
Web Wheeler
Reged: 12/17/01
Posts: 11717
Loc: Monterey, CA
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NPS is great, Monterey a great small town $$$. Home prices might be calling me elsewhere :-(
-------------------- 98 Montero with cold weather package
96 Toyota Land Cruiser, fully locked Mall Machine :-)
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