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blupaddler said:
Please see bold print in first post!
I know it sounds crazy, but one of the reasons, i am putting on the slee is to attract more buyers! 
Expedition Ready FZJ80 For Sale (possilby)
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Please see bold print in first post!
I know it sounds crazy, but one of the reasons, i am putting on the slee is to attract more buyers!
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blupaddler said:
The grey that comes on the tank is only a primer, i wanted to top coat it to prevent possible rusting. As you see in that pic, the paint is not on the underside of the tank, that is because i have to drop the tank one more time to install the modified sending unit, then, the entire tank will be painted black.
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Thanks for all of your comments and opinions.
As mentioned in the subject of this thread, this thread was more of a feeler then an announcement of sale. (hence the "possibly" in the subject line).
Yesterday was a great day though, i finally finished the FRONT e-locker install along with the birf repack and the front housing rebuild and all new brakes and bearings. Truck drives MUCH nicer now! :smiley_drive: I also finally got to plug the elocker into the harness and it works like a champ!
Yes, i know i would regret selling this thing, as i did when i sold my old YJ Wrangler (still regret that years later) but i am trying to justify the cost to usage ratio and the math just isnt working!
Thanks for all of your input!
I still have some pondering to do!
As mentioned in the subject of this thread, this thread was more of a feeler then an announcement of sale. (hence the "possibly" in the subject line).
Yesterday was a great day though, i finally finished the FRONT e-locker install along with the birf repack and the front housing rebuild and all new brakes and bearings. Truck drives MUCH nicer now! :smiley_drive: I also finally got to plug the elocker into the harness and it works like a champ!
Yes, i know i would regret selling this thing, as i did when i sold my old YJ Wrangler (still regret that years later) but i am trying to justify the cost to usage ratio and the math just isnt working!
Thanks for all of your input!
I still have some pondering to do!
adventureduo
Dave Druck [KI6LBB]
I say somewhere around 11-13k.
Problem with mods(No matter how much you spend or have) is.. you usually can only get about 50% of your money back. Everyone knows this too.
You always take a hit on mods. A stock rig sells easier too. Most people dont want what you have (most people aren't like us). If you really want to make the most out of the rig you have to part it out and put the factory springs, bumpers, sidesteps etc back on to gain more interest.
my .02
Problem with mods(No matter how much you spend or have) is.. you usually can only get about 50% of your money back. Everyone knows this too.
You always take a hit on mods. A stock rig sells easier too. Most people dont want what you have (most people aren't like us). If you really want to make the most out of the rig you have to part it out and put the factory springs, bumpers, sidesteps etc back on to gain more interest.
my .02
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Skillet
Adventurer
Kevin,
I just stumbled accross this thread.
My reaction was...:yikes:
Sorry to see that you are giving up on her.
You are a great plethora of information for me working on mine and you have helped me out a lot.
Hope this won't be the end of your involvement here or out there.
Jeb
I just stumbled accross this thread.
My reaction was...:yikes:
Sorry to see that you are giving up on her.
You are a great plethora of information for me working on mine and you have helped me out a lot.
Hope this won't be the end of your involvement here or out there.
Jeb
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Skillet said:
Hey Jeb
Thanks for the reply.
However, i have came to my senses and will not be selling her!!! I just finished up the front end rebuild and added the front elocker, slee tie rod and drag link and finally wired up the subtank gauge. Truck drives awesome with an entirely new front end, even got all new rod ends!
.What i will be doing is purchasing a bike for some baja exploring like you and i talked about. Trying to decide between an XR650 or a CRF450
Thanks
Now, on to some trailer research!
Life_in_4Lo
Explorer
Hey that sounds great BM!
Your 80 has alot of you in it. It would be a shame to sell it. For the record tho, I think you could sell for your price easily- as many can appreciate the amount of effort it takes to do what you've done. Jmho.
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(kinda weird smilie but i'll use it- hehe)
Your 80 has alot of you in it. It would be a shame to sell it. For the record tho, I think you could sell for your price easily- as many can appreciate the amount of effort it takes to do what you've done. Jmho.
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(kinda weird smilie but i'll use it- hehe)
kcowyo
ExPo Original
Boston Mangler said:
Good call BM!! :clapsmile
No KLR options?
A great option for you -
Jumping Jack Trailers
ExPoWest's review of the Jumping Jack
I was strongly considering these when looking for camping options and the ability to tow a Quad. I think these have real potential!
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kcowyo said:
I wont get into it, but i will never own another kawasucky again
Also, as far as riding in baja (and other remote places), the XR650 are SUPER common, so parts availability would also be a selling point as well.kcowyo said:A great option for you -
Jumping Jack Trailers
ExPoWest's review of the Jumping Jack
I was strongly considering these when looking for camping options and the ability to tow a Quad. I think these have real potential!
Yes, i am currently looking at these and it is great idea and very practical!
S
Scenic WonderRunner
Guest
Boston Mangler said:Hey Jeb
Thanks for the reply.
However, i have came to my senses and will not be selling her!!! I just finished up the front end rebuild and added the front elocker, slee tie rod and drag link and finally wired up the subtank gauge. Truck drives awesome with an entirely new front end, even got all new rod ends!
What i will be doing is purchasing a bike for some baja exploring like you and i talked about. Trying to decide between an XR650 or a CRF450
Thanks
Now, on to some trailer research!
The Angels In Heaven Are Singing!!!!!!!
.
Life_in_4Lo
Explorer
harbor freight has a little utility trailer w/ aluminum sides for $219. Don't know if it's big enough but if it is, you can mod it and still be ok$$
bigreen505
Expedition Leader
Boston Mangler said:
:clapsmile
Best news I've heard all day.
Skillet
Adventurer
Kevin,
The bike I took down in a 1600 mile round trip and still have is an XR600 (1993). After the proper prep, neither me nor my buddy, who has the same bike, had 1 problem the whole trip. Not even a flat tire. We had no car, just the bikes and we were rough on them.
My bike has a "Baja Engine" kit on it which pumped it up to 660 and it runs fantastic on crappy Mexican gas. However, when I take it up to the Sierras it has some air / fuel issues because it is not set up for that.
My reasoning for buying that bike was the fact which you mentioned, there are a lot of parts down there, not to mention that, as far as I am concerned, Honda simply makes the most reliable bikes on the planet.
Some friends of mine have the CRF bikes and those are absolutely great bikes as well.
Good luck with the bike hunt.
Glad you are back on board with the 80.
Life is good.
Jeb
The bike I took down in a 1600 mile round trip and still have is an XR600 (1993). After the proper prep, neither me nor my buddy, who has the same bike, had 1 problem the whole trip. Not even a flat tire. We had no car, just the bikes and we were rough on them.
My bike has a "Baja Engine" kit on it which pumped it up to 660 and it runs fantastic on crappy Mexican gas. However, when I take it up to the Sierras it has some air / fuel issues because it is not set up for that.
My reasoning for buying that bike was the fact which you mentioned, there are a lot of parts down there, not to mention that, as far as I am concerned, Honda simply makes the most reliable bikes on the planet.
Some friends of mine have the CRF bikes and those are absolutely great bikes as well.
Good luck with the bike hunt.
Glad you are back on board with the 80.
Life is good.
Jeb