Our big red Toyota that we used for launching our pangas has kicked the bucket and Juan needs a truck...preferably Toyota cause the 4X4 mechanisms
are stronger he says. A beater is fine.
So if anybody has something that might work, let us know.
We are also searching for a used 4 stroke outboard in good running condition in the 90-110 hsp range.BajaRat - 6-16-2014 at 08:50 AM
RIP big red BajaDanD - 6-16-2014 at 08:57 AM
try craigslist San Diego maybe you can find something there and have somebody bring it down to you.rts551 - 6-16-2014 at 09:39 AM
How much are you willing to pay? and I will keep my eyes open.shari - 6-17-2014 at 12:32 PM
Juan says maximim 15,000 pesos...doesnt even need papers etc...just for panga stuff...needs to be high up for launching or big tires whatever...some
back yard junker but with a good 4 wheel drive mechanism.bigmike - 6-17-2014 at 03:14 PM
Maybe George will let you have his truck when we come down next month!!
LOL
[Edited on 6-17-2014 by bigmike]Whale-ista - 6-17-2014 at 03:20 PM
Toyota's really hold their value, I guess because of that 4 x 4 strength.
[Edited on 6-17-2014 by Whale-ista]shari - 6-17-2014 at 07:23 PM
Hmmm...that flat bed does have possibilites...rock trips etc...thanks Lori.bbbait - 6-17-2014 at 08:48 PM
There is a Chevy 4wd, long wheel base, about a 1990 I think, with a camper shell, close by for sell, looks pretty clean. Will try to get a photo to
you tomorrow, I think they want 2500.. will try to get more details with the pic tomorrow, might be negotiable..shari - 6-19-2014 at 08:27 AM
thank you sir...the truck needs to be high...clearance I mean...hahaha!Whale-ista - 6-19-2014 at 12:59 PM
agree- a true workhorse. extra fuel tanks a plus, price is right about your range.
+A mechanic friend once told me he prefers 4 cyl vs. 6 cyl in Toyotas- easier to work on. So if you don't need the extra HP, might be way to go.
Good luck!
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Originally posted by shari
Hmmm...that flat bed does have possibilites...rock trips etc...thanks Lori.
[Edited on 6-20-2014 by Whale-ista]Hook - 6-19-2014 at 03:31 PM
Five cyl. Toyotas? I dont recall those.
I cant imagine any Toyota 4wd drive train being stronger than any of the Big Three from the US. More reliable, yes, but stronger? Not likely.
Boy, what would Juan do with a REAL, 8-foot, long bed truck! Just so much room.......and it's all contained, unlike that flatbed.Whale-ista - 6-19-2014 at 08:13 PM
Oops- I edited to 6 cyl, not 5... . Maybe 5 speed, not 5 cylinders.
I had a 4 cyl auto Camry yrs ago, friend had Camry w/AWD 5 speed manual, 6 cyl. Rare combo, he loved that car. Great fun, powerful, handled well, but
it was more expensive to maintain acc to mechanics.
Maybe George will let you have his truck when we come down next month!!
LOL