Quinn's '81 pickup

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  1. quinnjamin

    quinnjamin Newbie

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    Well, I've been looking for one of these sweet trucks for a very long time. A few deals have fallen through over the last 2 years, and I thought I'd have to settle for a long bed if I ever got one. Here it is in all it's Idaho glory!
    When it came up for sale I had my cousin go and check it out for me. Mechanically it seems pretty solid. It's a 22r with a 5 speed, and AC! Only things we can find wrong with it so far is it likes to pop out of 5th gear when accelerating, and I think a previous owner welded the diff.
    Future plans for the truck include a lot of interior work, 4wd fender flares all round, a subtle drop, wheels, and eventually paint. I've already got a few parts ordered, with some others coming soon.
     
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  2. quinnjamin

    quinnjamin Newbie

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    I'll be asking for help, opinions, and posting build updates on a lil project thread. Thanks for welcoming me to toyotaminis!!
     
  3. MrDinkleman

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    "Settle for a longbed"??? Whaaat? Insults!

    LOL j/k. I have a longbed but I agree; I think shortbeds look better. Better cab/bed proportions. OTOH, there have been times when having the longbed worked out better for hauling stuff, like motorcycles. I bought mine at an end-of-model-year sale at the dealer and all the shortbeds were sold out so not much choice...

    Welcome!
     
  4. quinnjamin

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    Oof. I guess it's not the best idea to insult the long bed brigade on my first post!! my apologies. I can see how they'd be much more useful.
     
  5. Erwin Merida

    Erwin Merida Toyotaholic

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    Nice truck, Im liking the effect weather had on the tailgate! Haha
     
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    TRUCK ACTION Grand Toyotaholic

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