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Off Topic => Off Topic Discussion => Topic started by: marksblaster on 03/25/07 - 11:37PM

Title: Japanese Mini Truck
Post by: marksblaster on 03/25/07 - 11:37PM
Hey,  Anyone seen any of these for sale in the Springfield area? I'm ready to swap the Wrangler for a new toy. I can't afford a new Rhino so I thought i'd look into one of these. Thanks Mark
Title: Re: Japanese Mini Truck
Post by: LibertyPatriot on 03/26/07 - 10:16AM
A little more info might help.
Title: Re: Japanese Mini Truck
Post by: YJ_Aaron on 03/26/07 - 12:33PM
Are you wanting a toyota mini-truck which was the truck they produced for a long time.  Or are you wanting one of those little Suzuki things that is like a rhino with an inclosed cab.

There is one of the suzuki things for sale at Apex Towing in Rogersville.
Title: Re: Japanese Mini Truck
Post by: marksblaster on 03/26/07 - 06:02PM
OOPs!
            I guess I didn't think, I am referring to the little Rhino,Mule type rigs. They are putting atv tires on them with lift kits. Seems like they should go pretty good. 4x4 w/ hi & low range,some with locking diffs. Thanks Mark
Title: Re: Japanese Mini Truck
Post by: GURU on 03/26/07 - 11:02PM
I have one and think it is DANDY!  I do not have any pics of mine, but here is an example of what these trucks look like.
(http://www.atvtruck.com/images/Truck%20Pics/Current%20Inv/Dove-H1-Low-Res.jpg)
(http://www.atvtruck.com/images/Truck%20Pics/Current%20Inv/Lil%20Truck%201.jpg)
Title: Re: Japanese Mini Truck
Post by: YJ_Aaron on 03/26/07 - 11:02PM
A stock version of that is what is for sale at Apex that I mentioned above.
Title: Re: Japanese Mini Truck
Post by: LibertyPatriot on 03/26/07 - 11:08PM
Oh, okay.  I've seen one sitting across from the Supercenter on Sunshine and West Bypass.
Title: Re: Japanese Mini Truck
Post by: marksblaster on 03/26/07 - 11:18PM
Ok, Now we're talkin. Guru, have you put it in any rough stuff? I'm wanting to be able to trail ride down here in Arkansas in the woods and creeks, and some dry creek beds thrown in. Are these things capable of this sort of stuff or should I forget it? They look like they would be real handy around the house to. Anyone know the prices on the ones you have spotted? Thanks Mark
Title: Re: Japanese Mini Truck
Post by: huck1974 on 03/26/07 - 11:55PM
why?
Title: Re: Japanese Mini Truck
Post by: cpj on 03/27/07 - 12:22AM
Quote from: "huck1974"
why?

Why do you drive a land rover?
Title: Re: Japanese Mini Truck
Post by: huck1974 on 03/27/07 - 12:46AM
Because it is just as capable as my jeep with just as much heritage but is built better from the start. It gives me a change of pace and has a suspension that was far ahead of its time as well as a factory trans brake and a three link type setup. Plus 80% of humans saw a land rover before any other vehichle on the planet. I love my jeep too!
Title: Re: Japanese Mini Truck
Post by: cpj on 03/27/07 - 01:27AM
Quote from: "huck1974"
Because it is just as capable as my jeep with just as much heritage but is built better from the start. It gives me a change of pace and has a suspension that was far ahead of its time as well as a factory trans brake and a three link type setup. Plus 80% of humans saw a land rover before any other vehichle on the planet. I love my jeep too!

I think you missed the point of my question...........
Title: Re: Japanese Mini Truck
Post by: JEEP Lovin Cowgirl on 03/27/07 - 04:50PM
Because each person is an individual and they can  :applaudit:
Title: Re: Japanese Mini Truck
Post by: huck1974 on 03/27/07 - 11:35PM
sorry. is this a replacement for the jeep? my buddy has some things like this. Looks fun.
Title: Re: Japanese Mini Truck
Post by: marksblaster on 03/28/07 - 12:36AM
Yea, I want somthing I can trail ride with my buddys on their atvs and can use around the house. I have the Jeep listed for sale on here now. Thanks Mark
Title: Re: Japanese Mini Truck
Post by: GURU on 03/28/07 - 07:45AM
I would not say they will replace a Jeep, but they are fun.  I put a 3" lift and 25" tires on mine.  These are built like a toyota with a solid axle rear and an independent front.  Some even come with a factory electric locker in the rear.
I mainly use mine around the farm and other things.  It is nice to have a heater and doors in the winter when feed the horses.
Title: Re: Japanese Mini Truck
Post by: huck1974 on 03/28/07 - 08:20PM
I'm sure like anything, they can be modified but My buddys seemed to be a little big to go where a 4 wheeler can go and go not go where a well built jeep can go.. That is why I replied "why?". It was fun just running over stuff around his land. No harm meant. I bet that there is someone who has turned one of these things into something bad ass.
Title: Re: Japanese Mini Truck
Post by: marksblaster on 03/28/07 - 10:07PM
I'm going to be gone until Sunday,but when I get home i'm going to really try to peddle the Jeep so i'll be able to get one of these critters and see what I can do with it. Surely they will go thru the woods where a Rhino will go. They are kind of pig wide you know. Thanks Mark :agree:
Title: Re: Japanese Mini Truck
Post by: OldYJ on 03/28/07 - 10:14PM
I HAVE SEEN A FEW OF THESE AROUND NOT REALY PRICING THEM BUT FROM THE SHOE POLISH IN THE WINDOW AROUND 4 TO 5 K SEEMS TO BE THE ASKING ON THEM. i HAVE SEEN ACOUPLE IN HARRISON.


oops sorry for the caps to lazy to re do it
Title: Re: Japanese Mini Truck
Post by: marksblaster on 03/28/07 - 11:30PM
I have seen some in town but its been several months ago. Seems like I saw a lot with some in Springfield last year when we bought  our double wide at United built homes. I want to say they were on the lot of an adult  toy store or somthing like that. I think its out Sunshine st. Thanks Mark
Title: Re: Japanese Mini Truck
Post by: OldYJ on 03/30/07 - 01:17AM
Quote from: "marksblaster"
I have seen some in town but its been several months ago. Seems like I saw a lot with some in Springfield last year when we bought  our double wide at United built homes. I want to say they were on the lot of an adult  toy store or somthing like that. I think its out Sunshine st. Thanks Mark


I have seen some down around there I live close by I will try to check it out for you this weekend
Title: Re: Japanese Mini Truck
Post by: bradrenea on 03/30/07 - 08:41AM
There are two of them in Ridgdale, on 65 Hwy at the State Line. If you can't find one closer let me know and I can run by and see what they are asking.
Title: Re: Japanese Mini Truck
Post by: marksblaster on 04/ 3/07 - 09:15PM
Checked the one out at the state line. Its a Subaru with the motor in the rear and it has independant suspention all around. I think I need one with the motor in the middle and with  leaf springs on the rear for what I have planned. He's supposed to get more in. Mark
Title: Re: Japanese Mini Truck
Post by: LibertyPatriot on 04/ 3/07 - 11:53PM
There is a Daihatsu sp? west of Rogersville on Hwy 60 on the north side on a lot for sale.  Saw it on the way to Seymour this past weekend.
Title: Re: Japanese Mini Truck
Post by: marksblaster on 04/ 6/07 - 01:15AM
Got one! It's a Daihatsu Hijet. Workin on getting a lift kit and mudders. Oh that heater feels good compared to my 4 wheeler! Mark :beerchug:
Title: Re: Japanese Mini Truck
Post by: why jay on 04/ 9/07 - 10:31AM
Congrats Mark.  Didnt take you long to find your new toy.  Post some pics,
Title: Re: Japanese Mini Truck
Post by: BigFord74 on 04/ 9/07 - 12:27PM
Went and bought my new toy hauler last week and down in Stigler,Ok a gas station had about 5 of those trucks, i thought they were Suziki's but i'm no 100%, i was tired after a 4hr drive and just wanted to pick up my new ride.

Will post pic's when the server get's done being revamped.