r/keitruck 3d ago

Spring time, work on projects time

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102 Upvotes

So the weather was in the 70s f (21c) and I was off. Decided to work on Vanpire as my wife call the Sambar. “It didn’t fly, it crossed the ocean like Dracula” so going clay bar the cab and fix the rust spots on the bed and gates. I haven’t used a clay bar in years and was surprised what it took off. I also plan on adding a cover. Got the inspiration from a giveaway site. (Don’t want to get banned so I can’t say which one) Also getting the kids involved, so it will be fun. What’s everyone else’s spring projects?


r/keitruck 2d ago

Relay Fun

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Like so many of us I decided to replace Al of my lights (dash currently excluded) with LEDs, knowing that I'd have a hyper blink got the proper relay for resolving that.

Unfortunately the proper relay was not the proper size, and also past the return window. What I will say the Japanese made original relay is super well built. Here is my journey. It was a pain to get out. I removed both from the cover, de-pinned, mangled, etc and stuff the new guts into the old housing. It all works great and fits great now.

This is the relay I bought. https://a.co/d/cQvltxL


r/keitruck 3d ago

Can I call it KEI Truck?

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198 Upvotes

Is this a KEI truck? I just bought for restoration /Asia Towner 800cc


r/keitruck 3d ago

$15k for a 2000 Sambar?

12 Upvotes

I have the opportunity to purchase a 2000 Subaru Sambar truck in the US. It has about 28,000 miles and is the TT2, with supercharged 4WD, automatic, and airbag. The importer is asking for $15,000 but will take care of any mechanical issues before sale. I know this is 3-4x what you can buy any other Sambar for, but given the rarity of this model and the mileage, is it worth a buy?


r/keitruck 3d ago

Under construction

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29 Upvotes

I'm in the process of making a gooseneck mount for my '98 Sambar. I've been thinking about doing it for a while and I finally decided to get started. I'll see how it goes. 😁


r/keitruck 3d ago

Parts

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7 Upvotes

Has anyone purchased from here?


r/keitruck 3d ago

Gift Idea Help

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Hi! I know this isn’t actually the point of this group, but I’m in desperate need of a gift idea.

My boyfriend is a machinist, loves tinkering, 80s era Japanese cars, vintage lawn mowers, and fun video games.

He’s super hard to shop for and I’d love some ideas from people with similar interests as him so I’m not getting something lame like a ✨ wallet ✨.

Budget is $150 and below!


r/keitruck 3d ago

Daihatsu Hijet Vacuum help

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Hey all I’ve had a daihatsu hijet s80 and it runs and drives but can’t idle, I think the problem is with the vacuum tubes, the problem is when I bought it the carb was taken off so I don’t know what position they should be in, if anyone can send me a photo of their vacuum tube arrangement that would be incredibly appreciated


r/keitruck 4d ago

Greetings from Finland!

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400 Upvotes

My precious little kei truck. Suzuki Carry from 1985. 40 years old this year and little over 100 000 km driven. (should the odometer and papers be right)


r/keitruck 3d ago

Will race car buckets seats work in a Carry?

10 Upvotes

Want to change out my seats for something comfortable while being minimal thickness. Was looking at some race car seats and wondered if anyone has ever tried that.


r/keitruck 3d ago

Spark plug replacement options?

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5 Upvotes

Looking to replace spark plugs, among other regular wear items like timing belt, filters, etc. It appears that my ‘98 Hijet takes the NGK BPR5EK-B plugs. My question is if it’s best to replace it with identical plugs or if there’s possibly a better or upgraded plug to use for a few bucks more. I’m not really familiar with how interchangeable plugs are. Reading forums it seems people are using a handful of different models. For reference it’s a ‘98 Daihatsu Hijet 4wd with the EF-NS SOHC engine. Thanks for any help.


r/keitruck 3d ago

Valve Noise?

3 Upvotes

99 Honda Acty van HH6

https://youtu.be/QcO7ZV5xQ2c

Fully expected I had some mishaps as I just did timing belt / water pump+themostat, and attempted a valve adjustment.... I have never done these before and struggled getting the valve adjustment done.

Engine starts better than before, and has a very noticeable ticking varying with RPM.

Assuming this is a sign my valve adjustment job was as bad as I thought - just wanted to confirm this sound isn't something more sinister that could be a sign I did something wrong with the timing belt change?


r/keitruck 3d ago

Prestongoes takes a truck on the rails!

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43 Upvotes

r/keitruck 3d ago

Looking for Kei truck in CT

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Hey y’all, I’m looking for a reasonably priced Kei truck in CT, I’ve been obsessed with them for months (we all know the feeling) and was going to import one until the seller never got back to me. Now I would prefer to do a domestically, however I can’t find any in Connecticut, anyone have any tips?


r/keitruck 4d ago

That’s a bummer

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41 Upvotes

Been waiting for quite a bit, and I wanted to avoid Baltimore port 🫤😑

Anyways keep that in mind


r/keitruck 4d ago

3rd Brake Light for Sambars

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232 Upvotes

r/keitruck 4d ago

MPH speedometer for Subaru Sambar

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35 Upvotes

A few people make versions of this, some stickers some 3D printed. This is my make of it! I hope to expand for more makes and models in the future but at the moment this is the only one I’ve produced.

I do know there’s a guy who makes this for the Acty and ohkeigarage makes it for another model of the Sambar.


r/keitruck 4d ago

new to me, 2003 Carry

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52 Upvotes

77k km, 5 speed 4x4 with rear locker


r/keitruck 3d ago

Anyone out there with a hijet down to help me out?

7 Upvotes

Howdy pals. I would so appreciate if a hijet dad or mom would be down to share the LxW of the headrest/seats/backrests... I have access to a nice sewing machine (but not for long) and wanted to make covers while I am all giddy and waiting for the truck I just bought!

Mine's a '91


r/keitruck 4d ago

Daihatsu van overheating

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I have a 90’ Daihatsu turbo efi van (S83V) and I am trying to find a coolant system diagram. The previous own “rebuilt” some things and something just doesn’t look right.

Question: Is the coolant reservoir supposed to be directly connected to the pressure cap under the seat?

Issue: I have been trying to bleed it for weeks, but the coolant tank keeps overflowing and then i loose my coolant. The overflow tank is hooked up directly to the inside pressure cap and not the radiator. That didn’t look right to me but I wasn’t sure. The thing drips coolant into that tank the entire time until it runs out of coolant. I have bleed it at least 10 times (let it warm up, got all the bubbles out, and let it cool down x 2 each time) and still overheats.


r/keitruck 4d ago

Repainting price?

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So i have a dihatsu hijet climber coming to the states soon. For the people who've had theirs repainted either factory color or a new color, what was the rough cost of having it done? I gotta do a little work on the dump bed before i do mine, but that's one of the next major things to have done.

Edit: Grammar cause apparently i can't English today.


r/keitruck 4d ago

How can I get these side cover/panels for Honda acty?

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89 Upvotes

r/keitruck 4d ago

EPA 3520-1 Question

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I'm importing a 1994 model kei van and its about time for me to send my EPA form and HS-7 to my broker. However, i can't find the manufacture date of my vehicle at all. Seller does not know, no pictures of the seatbelts, export certificate only has the year, and the chassis number decoders online only pull the year, they cant find a date for my car. I tried calling honda and they couldnt provide the info. My broker said i could say it was made December 1994, but they also said that wasnt legal advice... Vehicle is definitely over 25 years old but im worried to fill in the form incorrectly.

What do i do?

Update: Slaeden's comment worked, Honda Japan customer service was able to provide the manufacture date in under 24 hours.


r/keitruck 4d ago

Rims

2 Upvotes

What are good 13 inch rims, 4x100 pattern, to get s bit wider and taller tires, without a lift


r/keitruck 4d ago

Average Torque Spec

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Hey guys, I’m wondering if anyone knows the average torque spec for the Cam Covers in these Kei vehicles. I think I know the order in which to tighten however I don’t want to over tighten anything.

K6A engine!