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Newbie, what year, motor size ETC.

Discussion in 'Daihatsu Hi jet' started by matt419, Nov 6, 2007.

  1. matt419

    matt419 New Member

    I am buying a Hijet (Year ?) (motor ?). This truck starts with starting fluid but will not run. I have some work to do on the fuel system. It is the extended cab that was USED by Burlington Northern RR. I have not even noticed if it is 4X4 or 2X4. The plate says TYPE: S80LP-JTRK , TRUCK:4380. If you can help with any info I would be thankful. I just hope I spent a good $500. Thanks and God bless.
     
  2. Acerguy

    Acerguy Moderator Staff Member

    Howdy! Is the truck Left Hand Drive? Speedo in mph? If so, it sounds like one of the older trucks imported legally (but under the same restrictions as the current trucks)...probably 2x4...probably 550cc.

    Here's one possible source of help. http://www.daihatsu-help.com/index.htm
     
  3. abcminitrucks

    abcminitrucks Member

    Acerguy,

    Have you posted that link in the reference section? Sure makes it nice to go to one category when you are trying to find that kind of information.
     
  4. Acerguy

    Acerguy Moderator Staff Member

    Last edited: Nov 7, 2007
  5. abcminitrucks

    abcminitrucks Member

    Cool, I don't know why I missed it.
     
  6. matt419

    matt419 New Member

    Thanks Acerguy. The truck is left hand drive,the speedo is MPH and yes it is 2x4. I've been working on it today. The carb is gushing gas when trying to start. i guess the carb needs rebuilt. Any ideas on where to find a kit? Thanks.
     
  7. Acerguy

    Acerguy Moderator Staff Member

    I know chadhite on the forum here has mentioned getting carbs rebuilt. You may wish to contact him. Look him up in the "members list". Good luck!
     
  8. Wolfman

    Wolfman Member

    The LHD trucks are supported by Daihatsu Help here. All you need to do is call the rep in your state that's listed in the webpage, and give them the VIN on your truck. They can then order the carb kit.
     
  9. matt419

    matt419 New Member

    Thanks Wolfman and all of you.
     
  10. matt419

    matt419 New Member

    Year model

    I just got off te phone with Jones Equipment in Fort Worth. I got the number off Daihatsu-Help.com. They told me my truck was built in August of 1989. They are also looking up some parts for me. This site could really be helpful. C'ya.
     
  11. matt419

    matt419 New Member

    They can not get carb kits but they can get ind. parts.
     
  12. Wolfman

    Wolfman Member

    That'll make ordering the parts to rebuild one fun. :(
     

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