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Zilver | 09-07-2009 05:08 PM
Samurai - in case things get bad I ran across a vintage suzuki Samurai at an estate sale this weekend that has been stored in a building for about 10 years. The fellow only wanted $300 for it but I knew little about Samurai's and passed. I spent that evening on Google reading and watching vids and was VERY impressed with what these little jeep like vehicles can do........ so, I just went back and bought it, $300 is lawnmower money!. :bear_w00t: I.m thinking this might just be the ultimate SHTF vehicle :565: Will restore and upgrade it next summer (rebuilding a backhoe this year) should be good in case things get real bad, and will be lots of fun anyway:s9: ps., I didn't even need to convince my wife, she liked it right away! (said it was cute:confused_ma:) check these things out! . <object width="425" height="344"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/zHRiWMvNjkc&hl=en&fs=1&"></param><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"></param><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"></param><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/zHRiWMvNjkc&hl=en&fs=1&" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" width="425" height="344"></embed></object> :5_1_120: <object width="560" height="340"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/yuhUw69FP_o&hl=en&fs=1&"></param><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"></param><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"></param><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/yuhUw69FP_o&hl=en&fs=1&" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" width="560" height="340"></embed></object> . <object width="425" height="344"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/JxL68GLoO2k&hl=en&fs=1&"></param><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"></param><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"></param><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/JxL68GLoO2k&hl=en&fs=1&" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" width="425" height="344"></embed></object> . <object width="425" height="344"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/_9aKXhCm1QM&hl=en&fs=1&"></param><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"></param><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"></param><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/_9aKXhCm1QM&hl=en&fs=1&" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" width="425" height="344"></embed></object> . YOU HAVE TO SEE THIS ONE!!!! :4_1_72::4_1_72::4_1_72::4_1_72: . <object width="425" height="350"><param name="movie" value="http://tu.tv/tutvweb.swf?kpt=aHR0cDovL3d3dy50dS50di92aWRlb3Njb2 RpL3MvdS9zdXp1a2ktc2FtdXJhaS1hY3VhdGljYS5mbHY=&xtp =480581"></param><param name="wmode" value="transparent"></param><embed src="http://tu.tv/tutvweb.swf?kpt=aHR0cDovL3d3dy50dS50di92aWRlb3Njb2 RpL3MvdS9zdXp1a2ktc2FtdXJhaS1hY3VhdGljYS5mbHY=&xtp =480581" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" wmode="transparent" width="425" height="350"></embed></object><br /><a href="http://www.tu.tv"><img src="http://www.tu.tv/img/tranparente.gif" alt="Videos tu.tv" border="0" /></a><br /> . <object width="425" height="344"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/fTH_gy1UV0M&hl=en&fs=1&"></param><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"></param><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"></param><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/fTH_gy1UV0M&hl=en&fs=1&" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" width="425" height="344"></embed></object>

Twisted Avatar | 09-07-2009 07:47 PM
Re: Samurai - in case things get bad CANT HURT FOR 300 FRNS I SAY IT WAS A GREAT BUY :ok: T

J in AZ | 09-07-2009 07:57 PM
Re: Samurai - in case things get bad 1 Attachment(s) I have been a Sami fan for years!! I have a 1988 soft top. I had mine out on National Forest trails yesterday having a blast. I have many upgrades planned for it, the most pressing being new tires and front seats. You got a bargain, especially if it is in good running condition and rust free. Where are you located?

SWRichmond | 09-07-2009 08:11 PM
Re: Samurai - in case things get bad Lightweight, like a Kubelwagen?

J in AZ | 09-07-2009 08:19 PM
Re: Samurai - in case things get bad Quote:
Originally Posted by SWRichmond (Post 1908876) Lightweight, like a Kubelwagen?
Less than 2100 lbs in stock condition.

Igotyour6 | 09-07-2009 08:46 PM
Re: Samurai - in case things get bad the first video the kid was not really experienced in driving in the mud, that little rig should have done a lot better. But that kid is getting experience the only way he can! out in the MUD!

BullionCubed | 09-08-2009 07:47 AM
Re: Samurai - in case things get bad Don't forget about the Sidekick/Tracker make sure to get the 16valve engine <object width="425" height="344"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/HSCAvyXrzWs&hl=en&fs=1&"></param><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"></param><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"></param><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/HSCAvyXrzWs&hl=en&fs=1&" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" width="425" height="344"></embed></object>

Zilver | 09-08-2009 11:37 AM
Re: Samurai - in case things get bad Quote:
Originally Posted by J in AZ (Post 1908859) I have been a Sami fan for years!! I have a 1988 soft top. I had mine out on National Forest trails yesterday having a blast. I have many upgrades planned for it, the most pressing being new tires and front seats. You got a bargain, especially if it is in good running condition and rust free. Where are you located?
http://goldismoney.info/forums/attac...1&d=1252367835 . Jin AZ, it looks just like yours (but in blue), it's also a 1988. This in in NY, because it has been in storage for a long time the rust is not bad. I have a mig welder and can repair any soft spots. The more I check online and read about these, the more I like it. There is a BIG following for them, and it is claimed that they will outperform Jeep CJ's. :bear_tongue:

J in AZ | 09-08-2009 12:59 PM
Re: Samurai - in case things get bad Quote:
Originally Posted by Zilver (Post 1909980) . Jin AZ, it looks just like yours (but in blue), it's also a 1988. This in in NY, because it has been in storage for a long time the rust is not bad. I have a mig welder and can repair any soft spots. The more I check online and read about these, the more I like it. There is a BIG following for them, and it is claimed that they will outperform Jeep CJ's. :bear_tongue:
They are a little underpowered but that can be fixed. Other than that they capable of doing extreme 4x4 feats in stock condition. You WILL have fun!!! :coolbeer:

Zilver | 09-08-2009 02:10 PM
Re: Samurai - in case things get bad J in AZ, what is your gas mileage?

Keef | 09-08-2009 02:23 PM
Re: Samurai - in case things get bad 1 Attachment(s) This one looks like the ticket, you can own it today, $8k reserve price on ebay... http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/1990-....c0.m245#v4-35

J in AZ | 09-08-2009 02:55 PM
Re: Samurai - in case things get bad Quote:
Originally Posted by Zilver (Post 1910317) J in AZ, what is your gas mileage?
I have never checked the mileage though it seems to be pretty thrifty on gas. Mine needs some carburetor and tune up work done on it. It has the aftermarket Weber carb that helps a lot with power but it is running really rich (plus the carb needs a rebuild: someone had it apart at one point and reused the gaskets, it leaks :banghead:). I recently met a guy who rebuilds the Sami motors and he offered to do the work for me. I am also looking at new springs, maybe with a 2 or 3 inch lift. The factory springs on mine have seen better days and are sagging badly. My goal is to get mine updated (for mild trail use) for under $4000.00 total invested, with the price you paid you could do a lot better. Some links for you to check out: http://www.petroworks.com/ http://www.zuksoffroad.net/ http://www.zukikrawlers.com/index.php http://zukiworld.com/ http://www.izook.com/tech/samurai/samindex.htm (this site is difficult to navigate but it has tons of good info if you can find it) http://www.hawksuzukiparts.com/ http://www.rocky-road.com/suzuki.html (these guys have good prices and lots of nice stuff to look at but they have a reputation for poor service )

AgBar | 09-08-2009 03:10 PM
Re: Samurai - in case things get bad LOL! Oooh, Samurai the truck! When I clicked this thread I had the image of some GIMMER in a zombie-apocalpyse scenario: piles of spent brass and empty magazines all around, you've been using the long gun as a club for a while, but it just finally broke. Now, FLASH! Out comes the sword that you've been wearing on your back "in case things get bad." :fight: Never mind. :biggrin:

Lucky225 | 09-08-2009 04:16 PM
Re: Samurai - in case things get bad haha I did the same thing!

Zilver | 09-08-2009 06:45 PM
Re: Samurai - in case things get bad 1 Attachment(s) Quote:
Originally Posted by AgBar (Post 1910404) LOL! Oooh, Samurai the truck! When I clicked this thread I had the image of some GIMMER in a zombie-apocalpyse scenario: piles of spent brass and empty magazines all around, you've been using the long gun as a club for a while, but it just finally broke. Now, FLASH! Out comes the sword that you've been wearing on your back "in case things get bad." :fight: Never mind. :biggrin:
oops, sorry about that! maybe this will help :smile::bear_w00t:

AgBar | 09-08-2009 07:30 PM
Re: Samurai - in case things get bad Quote:
haha I did the same thing!
Oh, good! I'm not crazy! Quote:
oops, sorry about that! maybe this will help :smile::bear_w00t:
:4_1_72::111::4_1_72: Mamboni will appreciate that! :biggrin: :ok: :coolbeer:

mtnman | 09-08-2009 08:10 PM
Re: Samurai - in case things get bad Great little truck and you stole it!!! You should be ashamed of yourself, I'll double your money if you�re close to Tennessee, LOL!!! I have several Suzuki Sidekick/GEO Trackers. Anywhere you can take a Honda Four wheeler you can follow in a Sidekick and the Samurais go just as well. You can put a Tracker engine in your Samurai for a little more horsepower. Great Third World Tough little truck.

Zilver | 09-08-2009 08:29 PM
Re: Samurai - in case things get bad 1 Attachment(s) J in AZ, thanks for the links! I will sift through them mtnman, thanks for the tips! however I must say that I pictured you driving something more like this:rofl: . just ribbin ya! :signs14::cry1:

mtnman | 09-10-2009 02:00 PM
Re: Samurai - in case things get bad Well I do have this: http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v56/mtnman37879/T.jpg But I prefer this: it carries more than the Tracker. http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v5...n37879/toy.jpg My wife does drive her Tracker daily, right now she�s in Buffalo NY in it.

BullionCubed | 09-11-2009 11:14 PM
Re: Samurai - in case things get bad http://www.rpm4x4.com/specs-mike.shtml http://www.rpm4x4.com/images/spike-avf-shale2-07.jpg

smilershouse | 09-12-2009 12:50 AM
Re: Samurai - in case things get bad I hope that you can handle the thing better than this bloke. You Tube
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smilershouse | 09-12-2009 01:01 AM
Re: Samurai - in case things get bad And know you and your vehicles limits. OUCH! SH You Tube
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smilershouse | 09-12-2009 01:06 AM
Re: Samurai - in case things get bad Yeh, Stick with the Samurai, These Jeeps just keep failing, big time! Ouch, Ouch! You Tube
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pusher | 09-12-2009 02:48 AM
Re: Samurai - in case things get bad Great little vehicle, I have 3 of them and always looking for more, have an 87 tin top that I installed the 1.6 vw diesel, what a kick to drive offroad, and I built it for less than half what it would have cost for 2 4x4 atvs, much better way to go than one of those 2 place mules that cost $10.000 to $12,000 or more, as it's drivable on the highway with a place for 4 and heater in winter and some have a/c for summer. Put a full lift kit, new 31" tires and wheels, heavy duty winch bumper and rear tire mount bumper with nice luggage rack on top, kit for putting the vw diesel etc. built it for app $5.000 including the price of the vehicle, is emp proof, and if needed can be run on all kinds of multiple fuels. depending on variables will get 30-40 mpg with the diesel.

Jimfrancisco | 09-12-2009 08:44 AM
Re: Samurai - in case things get bad There is also a conversion kit to put in a Rover/Buick/TVR ally V8 engine - 400hp will pop wheelies at the lights...

BullionCubed | 09-12-2009 11:23 AM
Re: Samurai - in case things get bad <object width="425" height="344"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/yFTcyIAo2Kc&hl=en&fs=1&"></param><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"></param><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"></param><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/yFTcyIAo2Kc&hl=en&fs=1&" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" width="425" height="344"></embed></object> What makes samurai's and sidekick/trackers so good is their light weight. It's not about having a big engine either. You want Low gearing to mutiply torque when climbing, Lockers to send power to all 4 wheels and Beadlocks to lower your tire pressure. Stock axles are ok up to a 31" tire. use Toyota axles 32" to 36" tires. In a SHTF situation i would have very strong axles in relation to the tires as breaking down would not be very desirable.

Pat | 09-12-2009 06:09 PM
Re: Samurai - in case things get bad We use smaller four wheelers in my neck of the woods. You Tube
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http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v1...x/400ex010.jpg Last of the big bore air cooled racing four wheelers, suspension is awesome, high geared for good gas mileage. Very simple machine to work on, no shafts or complex seals, just simple chain drive, 5 speed motorcycle engine and wet clutch. 4 valve head, electric start, oil cooler radiator, dry sump engine doesn't run the crank dry while climbing. Goes where a truck/jeep couldn't even dream to go .... .

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