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Buying a truck was the worst experience ever. Set a budget, find the lowest mileage and least rusty truck you can. I see that you mentioned a boat and a car as possible towing items. The other thing to consider is whether or not you can live with a short bed, or do you need a long bed. I was set on a GM 5.3 product, but after not having the resources to find one out of state due to everything in the state of Ohio being rotted out and high mileage I finally decided on a Tundra. The Tundra has enough of a towing capacity for an open trailer, the 6 1/2 foot bed does what I need it to do and build wise they are solid trucks. The downsides are obviously fuel economy (Toyota trucks are not known for great economy). Real world I am seeing like 12mpg on a '05 V8 4WD. The second thing to consider is timing belt service. It's one of the only trucks that uses a timing belt. I ended up with an '05 with 155K on an original timing belt (yikes) for around $11.5 out the door. As far as the other makes, Dodge/Ford/Nissan would be my bottom 3 for sure. My reasons are based on interior quality and maintenance and frankly the details aren't worth wasting keystrokes on.

Craftsman stuff has gotten so flimsy.

Even if they did "ok" taking that car, the market would be so flooded with parts that really aren't worth a whole lot. I feel like there aren't that many parts on a TDI that are drastically different to be considered an "upgrade". A majority of people with base model Golf's could likely care less about changing their car, which leaves a ton of parts not selling and people whining that they don't have any room for them. Awesome.

I saw his comment on "it was actually fun tearing parts off the car". Looks like he will get to experience how much fun it is assembling the car as well.

Bump - Price drop to $1800 Wandering idle has been resolved Still needs some finishing.

I mean 165 in relaxed "shake down" runs is impressive.......

Bump Well, I have no option to edit the original post, so below is the update I have. Price remains the same. Front upper ball joints have been installed. Alignment is happening this week. I believe I may have the idle issue resolved, but I am waiting on a part. Also, I have sold the spare blown motor and spare 17" wheels.

Does that safe primarily fit only '07+?

http://columbus.craigslist.org/cto/5790139038.html

Standing from the outside and being friends with numerous people on the inside, most of which are on this forum. I'll say that I was fairly impressed with their processes beginning with whether a car is kicked to auction or even allowed inside for the initial inspection. We are also talking about California here, they will literally find anything to complain about.

I don't run a front plate on any of my cars. Park at a meter - throw it on the dash. No issues otherwise. Drive like a potato - no front plate/tint/exhaust would all be good excuses to pull me over, but I don't think you would have an issue with a Volt.

I'll probably swing through and say hello.

Wow, nice buy for someone.

Awwww shit.

Hatfield Subaru seems to be the trendy enthusiast dealership, but I personally have had pleasant experiences at Byers Subaru near Sawmill.

Don't let the following statement mislead you to think for a second that I don't like these cars. They are getting a little played out/significantly less exclusive IMO. Seemingly you have a guy that is very talented who built what he likes (See Magnus Walker) and decided to start building them for other people (Unlike Magnus Walker). I think it's a neat business model that he alone is THE guy that installs the kits, but the more and more the vape/stance guys start making all this money producing fancy videos of him doing his thing, it just sorta becomes too mainstream. Nakai is a total badass IMO, preparing 6-8 of his cars to compete in the Idlers 12+hour endurance races in between flying all over the world installing his handwork takes a lot of stamina and motivation.

We cut all brand new rotors on the car on almost every brake job.

Price drop to $2000, won't budge. I'll continue repairs otherwise. Haven't had time to touch it recently.

That throwback picture up top haha!

This car needs finishing work. Listing to see what sort of interest there is, if any in it's current condition. 1997 Acura 2.2CL Clean title in my name, VIN's on the car all match, no sketchy Honda bullshit 5 speed manual 192K on completely rust free Florida chassis JDM F20B swap from JDM Midwest with paperwork for motor. Lowering springs Adjustable rear upper control arms Adjustable front upper ball joints P28 "Neptune" stand alone - I have no software to communicate with it Wiring specialties harness Innovate wide band Stock exhaust with cat Shift light in vent 17" wheels with new tires Repainted spoiler less trunk lid New head unit w/USB and front door speakers (not installed) New RF lower ball joint Ported upper intake Variable intake runner delete w/ spacer Fresh Honda MTF Mobil1 engine oil New battery (located in trunk) Spare set of 17" wheels that need help New upper and lower radiator hoses, new thermostat New spark plugs New intake manifold gaskets New vacuum lines Comes with spare, blown head gasket F20B motor. The intake manifold, distributer, and alternator are different because the motor I bought is newer than the one that I pulled from the car. Cons: Power steering delete w/ power steering rack, lines have been looped No A/C Previously a smoker car, have already done a lot of cleaning Wiring near computer is a "nest" it's not presentable at all Tint is poor quality, driver window has been replaced and not re-tinted Temp gauge in/op Wide band gauge in/op Wandering idle/won't rev past 4K since I had the computer disconnected while I had the interior at. Was revving past 8K right when I had the motor in. NOW FIXED! Front upper ball joints loose, have new ones that go with the car NOW FIXED! Listen folks, the car still needs some work, I bought it blown motor to part it out and decided to put a motor in it and get it running. I have successfully done that. I'm not a Honda guy at all and it's at a good place to go to a new home to be finished. I will continue to fix things here and there on it, but I figured I would go ahead and list it now in case someone really wants it. The price will remain the same as I fix things although it is negotiable certainly. http://imagizer.imageshack.us/v2/800x600q90/924/r3LoVo.jpg http://imagizer.imageshack.us/v2/800x600q90/923/lx5m95.jpg http://imagizer.imageshack.us/v2/800x600q90/922/O2TU9s.jpg http://imagizer.imageshack.us/v2/800x600q90/921/5wrJ4j.jpg http://imagizer.imageshack.us/v2/800x600q90/921/KLiv1R.jpg http://imagizer.imageshack.us/v2/800x600q90/922/mc40oy.jpg

Not uncommon at all to have faulty part out of the box, best to verify obviously. If it turns out to be a faulty part, best to stick with a Bosch on that one.

Love it, got a bunch of the deets from Mikey yesterday after you got back. Seems like a solid buy! Would love to check it out sometime.

I have a Acura 2.2CL with a F20B swap, rust free chassis (Florida car) that I would sell for $2500. Could be fun....... Pretty good junk yard support, Honda aftermarket, sporty-ish

I think your facial expression is the same as mine haha. In all seriousness OP, let us know how it goes/maybe post pics for the peanut gallery.

Price drop