1983 Toyota Other

Pickup Truck

Toyota Tacoma 2.7L 3RZ-FE 4-Cyl

Manual

JT4RN38S6D0083214

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Gasoline

I've come to the realization that I want something a little more comfortable and conducive to daily driving since that's primarily what this truck sees. It's a super clean truck that I picked up from Northern California and drove back to New Mexico a few years ago. Being a NorCal truck, it's free of cancer that plagues these older Toyota trucks. The modifications on the truck are pretty mild and were chosen specifically to: 1) Help make the truck a reliable commuter since it was my only vehicle for the last 4 years.2) Be "relatively" fuel efficient, and function at modern freeway speeds.3) Capability to get into remote backcountry areas to facilitate my outdoor hobbies. I've driven the truck across country while seeking out adventure and to serve as my sole transportation. It's utterly dependable - without question it gets me wherever I've wanted to go. The truck is not "perfect" but is far cleaner than 99.9% of the examples you'll ever come across. I get complimented almost daily on the truck. I'm going to miss it. As stated, the truck is a clean 99.9% rust free California truck. Frame is completely rust free and so is the cab. The bed has one small pin hole in the upper passenger side corner at the seam (see pictures). Originally an SR5 trim truck, the original seats have been replaced with some '90's Honda Accord seats adapted to the stock sliders so the original floorpan is unmodified. Aftermarket carpet kit is in decent shape although I made a small cut in error around the shifter. But the carpet really helped the comfort of being in the cab for long drives. Engine is a '97 3RZ which was swapped in with a '91 W56C transmission. The wiring is clean and completely integrated into the truck. No rats next of wires. Very clean. Modifications: Drivetrain:'97 Toyota Tacoma 3RZ Engine'91 Toyota W56C TransmissionBudBuilt CrossmemberTom Woods double cardan driveshafts front & rearAddicted Offroad 4.88 differentials - Rear has Yukon LockerTimken Bearings throughout axles front & rearMarlin Crawler seals throughout axles front & rear1.5" Wheel spacers front & rearPro-Comp steel wheels (can't remember backspace)Goodyear Kevlar MT/R (need replaced soon) Suspension:Sky's Offroad front spring hanger'83 RUF w/ OME leave addedOME poly bushingsSky's offroad boomerang shacklesSky's 63" hanger kit1995 Chevy 63" springsBilstein 5125 12" stocks front/rearMarlin Crawler front shock hoops Armor:Addicted Offroad front bumperCustom rear bumper Lighting/Electrical:Hella E-Code H4 headlights, rewired through relay direct from batteryHella FF500 driving lights(4) Carling rockers - Offroad lights - Rock lights - Blank - wired to trigger ECU to idle up and turn on A/C compressor for OBA - Blank - unusedReverse lights wired to trigger anytime transmission is in reverse regardless of ignition position (great for area lighting when camping) That should pretty much cover the extent of the modifications. What you should know (i.e. the bad):The rearward intake valve for the #3 cylinder is showing some wear. The valve clearance is a bit tight on that valve and the smallest shim Toyota makes for the 3RZ is installed so it's going to have to be addressed at some point. At this time, the truck runs fine and I'd honestly have no issues driving it any distance required to get back to wherever you need to go, but be aware that it'll need addressed sooner or later. The truck has no other issues that I'm aware of. It's been my sole transportation for the last 4 years and has never once left me stranded or failed to get me where I wanted to go. It's an extremely capable vehicle that has no problems traveling 75mph down the interstate with one finger on the steering wheel, or traversing some serious terrain should you need to get somewhere remote. I feel it's an amazing truck that is well suited for any and all uses, which is what makes this truck special in my opinion.On Mar-22-14 at 08:32:48 PDT, seller added the following information: I've come to the realization that I want something a little more comfortable and conducive to daily driving since that's primarily what this truck sees. It's a super clean truck that I picked up from Northern California and drove back to New Mexico a few years ago. Being a NorCal truck, it's free of cancer that plagues these older Toyota trucks. The modifications on the truck are pretty mild and were chosen specifically to: 1) Help make the truck a reliable commuter since it was my only vehicle for the last 4 years.2) Be "relatively" fuel efficient, and function at modern freeway speeds.3) Capability to get into remote backcountry areas to facilitate my outdoor hobbies. I've driven the truck across country while seeking out adventure and to serve as my sole transportation. It's utterly dependable - without question it gets me wherever I've wanted to go. The truck is not "perfect" but is far cleaner than 99.9% of the examples you'll ever come across. I get complimented almost daily on the truck. I'm going to miss it. As stated, the truck is a clean 99.9% rust free California truck. Frame is completely rust free and so is the cab. The bed has one small pin hole in the upper passenger side corner at the seam (see pictures). Originally an SR5 trim truck, the original seats have been replaced with some '90's Honda Accord seats adapted to the stock sliders so the original floorpan is unmodified. Aftermarket carpet kit is in decent shape although I made a small cut in error around the shifter. But the carpet really helped the comfort of being in the cab for long drives. Engine is a '97 3RZ which was swapped in with a '91 W56C transmission. The wiring is clean and completely integrated into the truck. No rats next of wires. Very clean. Modifications: Drivetrain:'97 Toyota Tacoma 3RZ Engine'91 Toyota W56C TransmissionBudBuilt CrossmemberTom Woods double cardan driveshafts front & rearAddicted Offroad 4.88 differentials - Rear has Yukon LockerTimken Bearings throughout axles front & rearMarlin Crawler seals throughout axles front & rear1.5" Wheel spacers front & rearPro-Comp steel wheels (can't remember backspace)Goodyear Kevlar MT/R (need replaced soon) Suspension:Sky's Offroad front spring hanger'83 RUF w/ OME leave addedOME poly bushingsSky's offroad boomerang shacklesSky's 63" hanger kit1995 Chevy 63" springsBilstein 5125 12" stocks front/rearMarlin Crawler front shock hoops Armor:Addicted Offroad front bumperCustom rear bumper Lighting/Electrical:Hella E-Code H4 headlights, rewired through relay direct from batteryHella FF500 driving lights(4) Carling rockers - Offroad lights - Rock lights - Blank - wired to trigger ECU to idle up and turn on A/C compressor for OBA - Blank - unusedReverse lights wired to trigger anytime transmission is in reverse regardless of ignition position (great for area lighting when camping) That should pretty much cover the extent of the modifications. What you should know (i.e. the bad):The rearward intake valve for the #3 cylinder is showing some wear. The valve clearance is a bit tight on that valve and the smallest shim Toyota makes for the 3RZ is installed so it's going to have to be addressed at some point. At this time, the truck runs fine and I'd honestly have no issues driving it any distance required to get back to wherever you need to go, but be aware that it'll need addressed sooner or later. The truck has no other issues that I'm aware of. It's been my sole transportation for the last 4 years and has never once left me stranded or failed to get me where I wanted to go. It's an extremely capable vehicle that has no problems traveling 75mph down the interstate with one finger on the steering wheel, or traversing some serious terrain should you need to get somewhere remote. I feel it's an amazing truck that is well suited for any and all uses, which is what makes this truck special in my opinion. I've been getting a lot of messages about the reserve price. Seems that there is some concern about an artificially high reserve price that is out of reach. I'll respond by assuring those interested the reserve is not artificially high to try and "milk" more bids. I feel the reserve is a fair assessment of what I believe the condition of the truck and the additions has. The current bidding as of 22nd March, 9:30MST the is more than halfway to the reserve.On Mar-23-14 at 11:22:58 PDT, seller added the following information: I should also mention that the OBD-II system is fully functional, the OBD-II connector is installed and working. For those in a emissions restricted area, I will include all of the original smog equipment (EVAP canister, solenoids, and pressure sensor, EGR pipe, EGR valve, and EGR solenoid) for no additional fees. These parts will ship separately from the vehicle via UPS to eliminate anything being lost by the transporter. I should also note, the "title issue" reported by the Auto Check here is apparently because the New Mexico DMV did not list a mileage in the system when they issued the title. I can assure all interested parties there are no title issues, and a clear and clean title will be signed over the winning bidder. Thanks all for your interest! I have no doubts this truck will make someone very happy.On Mar-23-14 at 20:03:12 PDT, seller added the following information: Bidders: If you have a zero feedback, please contact me prior to placing a bid by calling me @ (575) 520-8433 Please leave a message if I am unable to answer. I will return your call promptly. Anyone else requiring more information please do not hesitate to call/text me. I'll be more than happy to answer any question you have regarding the truck. I apologize for the crappy cell phone video at night, but as requested here's the cold start video: http://youtu.be/-8n4ZNsurA0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 On Mar-24-14 at 09:53:08 PDT, seller added the following information: New videos posted as requested. I overlooked the lower rear, driver side roll pan area. There's a dent down there. But I should have captured everything else. Also some videos of it driving. If you want to see anything more specific just ask. On Mar-25-14 at 09:29:13 PDT, seller added the following information: Too many messages about reserve price.. I've decided to just make it public. $5250