woot woot look what i just bought for 1600 bux.

[Jpuga87]

wooot wooot im all smiles today i just picked up a 2000 isuzu vehicross with a 122k miles for 1600 dollars. i cant wait to get her home. ill keep yahh guys updated and ill post some pics as soon as i get her home :bgwb:.


but heres the link.

https://www.iaai.com/Vehicles/VehicleDetails.aspx?auctionID=11512646&itemID=12363836&RowNumber=0

[fildigger]

Welcome on board dude....looks like you have a bit of work to do there but at that price you should be ok once it's sorted :)

[nocturnalVX]

Best of luck with your new VX... I am glad it found a good home, and hope you have many fun years of ownership. :thumbup:

[Jpuga87]

i have some ideas im planing on painting it the same color as my gtr and getting a new set of wheels to match.

http://i156.photobucket.com/albums/t25/ty328/Nissan%20GTR/3596b423.jpg

[89Vette]

Almost looks like that auction is still in progress?

Weird.

Good find if that's what you got and it's not too damaged!

[fildigger]

i have some ideas im planing on painting it the same color as my gtr and getting a new set of wheels to match.

http://i156.photobucket.com/albums/t25/ty328/Nissan%20GTR/3596b423.jpg

MMmmm... :drool2:......Take no Prisoners!

[Jpuga87]

Yeah there's no body damage whatsoever the only damage listed is as undercarriage and it does not start so ?. So hopefully it's nothing serious. I've bought cars in the past with undercarriage damage before and was nothing more then cracked radiators or bent radiators supports. And this being a high clearance little truck I doubt it's real serious.

[WormGod]

i have some ideas im planing on painting it the same color as my gtr and getting a new set of wheels to match.

Painting it like it? Screw all that noise.... do a VR38DETT swap on the VX. :p

[nfpgasmask]

Hopefully its not a seized motor.

Good luck.

Bart

[Jpuga87]

should be here in the next hour or so. ill be positng up pics as soon as she comes in :bwgy:. i did get some rather bad news at the auction house though. the vx was not a insurance vehicle it was on consignment meaning more then likely the engine might be blown or maybe in for some serious repairs :mad:.

[Jpuga87]

here she is. little dirty

btw i got her running with some carb cleaner and motor sounds fine no knocking of any kind . but she will not stay running fuel pump will not turn on when i turn the key ?

few questions.

1. do these trucks come with a transponder key ? or is it a reg key like the ones you get cut at home depot ?

2.and what wheels fit these trucks i hear you can use 6 bolt chevy wheels is this true.

http://i106.photobucket.com/albums/m273/pugads650/DSC_0122-1.jpg

http://i106.photobucket.com/albums/m273/pugads650/DSC_0127.jpg

http://i106.photobucket.com/albums/m273/pugads650/DSC_0126.jpg

http://i106.photobucket.com/albums/m273/pugads650/DSC_0124.jpg

[nfpgasmask]

I would check fuel pump, fuel pressure regulator. Could be something else too I suppose. Glad you got it running. Sounds like a fine deal!!

No to Chevy 6-bolt. Those wheels have a smaller center bore. You want 6 bolt wheels designed for Nissan, Toyota, Isuzu...bigger center bore.

Check this thread:

http://vehicross.info/forums/showthread.php?t=14685&highlight=rims+tires

Bart

[Ldub]

1. do these trucks come with a transponder key ? or is it a reg key like the ones you get cut at home depot ?

No transponder...same key blank as H D or Wal Mt.

2.and what wheels fit these trucks i hear you can use 6 bolt chevy wheels is this true.

No...same bolt pattern as GM, but we have larger center bore...Toyota wheels & Nissan IIRC, will fit.

Nice score!...:thumbup:

[Jpuga87]

btw what a pain in the *** to move with two flat tires i had no idea these things where that heavy :confused:

[Ldub]

Tippin' it close to 4k...

She's a heavy lil' pig...:yesgray:

[Jpuga87]

cant wait for the sun to come out :D. i have my mech comming over in the morning to get her fired up.

so far tommorow im installing a set of pro comp wheels on 31s ive had sitting in my garage forever. new plugs maybe an oil change & filter and fuel filter, and i might even order up a new fuel pump im sure the one in there is tired and in need of replacing.

any recommendations on some preventative maintenance i should do or parts i should replace.

[VXorado]

Replace the PCV with the oil change, grease the rear axle shaft u-joints & run some seafoam through the intake, that'll make her purr.

Congrats on the purchase :thumbup:

[vt_maverick]

No to Chevy 6-bolt. Those wheels have a smaller center bore. You want 6 bolt wheels designed for Nissan, Toyota, Isuzu...bigger center bore.

Yes and no. Chevy/GM OEM wheels probably won't fit due to the bore issue, but aftermarket wheels are often designed to fit GM, Nissan, Toyota, and Isuzu. Just need to check the bore measurement on anything before you decide either way.

[Jpuga87]

bad news looks like im gonna need a new gas tank. nice custom opening flap for the fuel pump access.
http://i106.photobucket.com/albums/m273/pugads650/073.jpg

http://i106.photobucket.com/albums/m273/pugads650/075.jpg

http://i106.photobucket.com/albums/m273/pugads650/076.jpg

im guessing the original owner was either oriental or a ninja lol.

http://i106.photobucket.com/albums/m273/pugads650/072.jpg

http://i106.photobucket.com/albums/m273/pugads650/071-2.jpg

http://i106.photobucket.com/albums/m273/pugads650/070-1.jpg

lots of sand its deff has some beach miles.

http://i106.photobucket.com/albums/m273/pugads650/067-1.jpg

http://i106.photobucket.com/albums/m273/pugads650/068-1.jpg

http://i106.photobucket.com/albums/m273/pugads650/069-1.jpg

[TheGanzman]

Looks like you got yourself a "project" there - I hope you're still a young man!

[Vendetta]

I think this answers the question "when is 1600 bux not 1600 bux?"

But with a lot of TLC and removing the purple tint (I die), it should be good to go. Plus, you'll learn a whole lot more about your rig than you bargained for. Good luck!

-V

[Mile High VX]

And at least you bought the right color...:bwgy::smilewink:bgwo::bgwb:

[Jpuga87]

Looks like you got yourself a "project" there - I hope you're still a young man!

24 :bwgy:

[Ldub]

http://i106.photobucket.com/albums/m273/pugads650/067-1.jpg


That's gotta be some sort of testament as to how well the Isuzu fuse/relay box is sealed...:thumbup:

Lightly (2-3' away) go over the engine bay with a power washer & she'll look like showroom...though mine has run a "little funny" after such endeavors, she always comes back after the engine has heated up & evap'd all the moisture.

[Vendetta]

Lightly (2-3' away) go over the engine bay with a power washer & she'll look like showroom...though mine has run a "little funny" after such endeavors, she always comes back after the engine has heated up & evap'd all the moisture.

Hey, if this guy can do this to his Benz (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ObOtyP-_7Cw), then I think the VX can handle a little splash under the hood.

Still cringing,
-V

[Ldub]

Hey, if this guy can do this to his Benz (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ObOtyP-_7Cw), then I think the VX can handle a little splash under the hood.

Still cringing,
-V

O....M....F....G !

That's almost GOTTA be ;puke: related...W T F...:_thinking

OR, that's his cheat'n wife's car...;)

Could one of our Russian brothers PLEASE translate?

[vt_maverick]

Too bad he didn't zoom in on the VIN too... be nice to put that on a black list if you're an MB shopper.

Hey maybe this is just an advertisement for the quality of MB fit and finish - you know, like how watching 4 dumb-***'s bounce up and down on the doors makes me want to buy one because it's obviously so high quality. :laughy:

[Riff Raff]

wooot wooot im all smiles today i just picked up a 2000 isuzu vehicross with a 122k miles for 1600 dollars. i cant wait to get her home. ill keep yahh guys updated and ill post some pics as soon as i get her home :bgwb:.


but heres the link.

https://www.iaai.com/Vehicles/VehicleDetails.aspx?auctionID=11512646&itemID=12363836&RowNumber=0


Your 2000 Dragon VX #0475 used to belong to the following fellow members:

"fng1" (Kent, OH), Circa 2007 -- 2008.
"Rapp" (Kent, OH), Circa 2005 -- 2007. Pictures in link below of "Rapp" photo gallery (when it saw much better days).
"DragonVX" (Central Mass, MA), Circa 2000 -- 2004 (owned as a "lease" vehicle).

http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/showgallery.php?cat=500&ppuser=1514

Perhaps you can contact these previous owner's via PM/E-Mail and find out more info about its previous history.

:bgwb:

[deermagnet]

That Merc was probably left at Jiffy Park for a few days and used to conduct "business". That kind of wash is the only option after something like that. :rolleyes:

http://www.madgasser.com/images/dscane1.jpg

Mark

[Ldub]

That VX used to belong to fellow member "DragonVX" and he leased it. See "link" below:

http://www.vehicross.info/forums/showthread.php?t=609

Perhaps you can contact him via PM/E-Mail and find out more info about its history.

:bgwb:

Yowzer...nice search'n skillz Riff...:thumbup:

However, my guess is...someone who posted once, (yeh, 1 time) and was also leasing, prolly doesn't even remember owning a VX...:laughing:

Not being my usual butt-head self here...just say'n...:smilewink

[Triathlete]

Maybe the MB guy is Winston Wolf? :)

[Jpuga87]

http://i106.photobucket.com/albums/m273/pugads650/067-1.jpg


That's gotta be some sort of testament as to how well the Isuzu fuse/relay box is sealed...:thumbup:

Lightly (2-3' away) go over the engine bay with a power washer & she'll look like showroom...though mine has run a "little funny" after such endeavors, she always comes back after the engine has heated up & evap'd all the moisture.


i opened it while i was looking for the fuel pump fuse.

[Ldub]

i opened it while i was looking for the fuel pump fuse.

OK...but like I said...or was trying to indicate...it's really clean in there...:yesgray:

Like...by comparison.

[Jpuga87]

OK...but like I said...or was trying to indicate...it's really clean in there...:yesgray:

Like...by comparison.


ooooooooooo i see haha ;ooo;

[Jpuga87]

im having the hardest time finding a new gas tank for the vx. i was wondering if i could run a fuel cell with a inline fuel pump ?.

[djvx]

I think the correct term is Asian, not Oriental. Not sure if Ninja is offensive to Ninja's either. :rotate:
Great find for 1600. Unbelievable actually.:thumbup:
Riff, can you see If my VX had a previous life on here at all?:work:

[Ldub]

Maybe the MB guy is Winston Wolf? :)

LOL...:thumbup:

DO NOT LOOK! (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ANPsHKpti48)

(All sorts of nasty language^...so DO NOT LOOK)

[Ldub]

im having the hardest time finding a new gas tank for the vx. i was wondering if i could run a fuel cell with a inline fuel pump ?.

Ummmmmm...DUDE?...:confusedw

http://www.vehicross.info/forums/showpost.php?p=251694&postcount=4

[Jpuga87]

Ummmmmm...DUDE?...:confusedw

http://www.vehicross.info/forums/showpost.php?p=251694&postcount=4


takes to long i wanna get her running this weekend.

[VXR]

I think the correct term is Asian, not Oriental

not the preferred nomenclature

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OYOzUHnPJvU

[Riff Raff]

I think the correct term is Asian, not Oriental.

Riff, can you see If my VX had a previous life on here at all?:work:

So, is that the same as Mexican versus Hispanic??? :_confused

BTW, you DJVX are the "only" registered member here on VX.Info for your particular 2001 Ebony VX #1353.

:bgwb:

[vt_maverick]

I was taught Oriental refers to rugs and trains, Asian refers to food and people. :)

And there's an obvious difference between Mexican and Hispanic. Hispanic and Latino/Latina though? Not so sure...

[Triathlete]

LOL...:thumbup:

DO NOT LOOK! (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ANPsHKpti48)

(All sorts of nasty language^...so DO NOT LOOK)

Did you have to google or did you know the reference?
By the way...one of my favorite movies!

[Jpuga87]

http://i106.photobucket.com/albums/m273/pugads650/DSC_01451.jpg

well since i couldnt find a gas tank i thought i might as well save mine. the welds arent pretty but it holds pressure. i threw in a little art works to :bwgy:

[Jpuga87]

http://i106.photobucket.com/albums/m273/pugads650/DSC_01421.jpg

[djvx]

So, is that the same as Mexican versus Hispanic??? :_confused

BTW, you DJVX are the "only" registered member here on VX.Info for your particular 2001 Ebony VX #1353.

:bgwb:

Ok thanks riff.
Great art work on the welds o.p.

[Ldub]

Did you have to google or did you know the reference?


Knew that one.

[Jpuga87]

just added new set of wheels i had sitting in the garage. and my camini lift kit is in the mail along with some wheel spacers to give it a better stance.

http://i106.photobucket.com/albums/m273/pugads650/DSC_0158.jpg

http://i106.photobucket.com/albums/m273/pugads650/DSC_0162.jpg

http://i106.photobucket.com/albums/m273/pugads650/DSC_0161.jpg

http://i106.photobucket.com/albums/m273/pugads650/DSC_0160.jpg

http://i106.photobucket.com/albums/m273/pugads650/DSC_0159.jpg

also got a stock set of wheels if anybody here is interested.

http://i106.photobucket.com/albums/m273/pugads650/DSC_0163.jpg

1#
http://i106.photobucket.com/albums/m273/pugads650/DSC_0168.jpg
2#
http://i106.photobucket.com/albums/m273/pugads650/DSC_0167.jpg
3#
http://i106.photobucket.com/albums/m273/pugads650/DSC_0166.jpg
4#
http://i106.photobucket.com/albums/m273/pugads650/DSC_0165.jpg

only one of the wheels has some serious peeling but the others are good and tires are in decent shape. if your interested send me a pm.

[VXorado]

http://i106.photobucket.com/albums/m273/pugads650/DSC_01421.jpg

That's a big piece of wall decor :thumbup:

[rsteinmetz70112]

Does it run yet?

[Triathlete]

Oh no...not Thornbirds!

[vt_maverick]

For anybody else that didn't know what Billy meant by "Thornbirds":

http://www.offroaders.com/tech/AT-MT-Tires/Thornbird_TSL.htm

[Ldub]

For anybody else that didn't know what Billy meant by "Thornbirds":

http://www.offroaders.com/tech/AT-MT-Tires/Thornbird_TSL.htm

Cool info on that site Mav...:thumbup:..:thanx:

I was like...

Oh no, not wheel spacers...:smilewink

[Jpuga87]

funny story about those wheels. i responded to an add on craigslist for a free set of mud wheels and tires, so naturally i came down. and when i got there guess what was parked outside 01 vehicross in black mind you ive never ever seen one of these trucks in my life. so here we are a year later :happyface


the guy who gave me the wheels is also a member here he turned me on the site.

[Jpuga87]

Does it run yet?


not yet but hopefully ill get her fired up tommorow i just got the pump in today.

[TheGanzman]

It don't even run yet, but he gots his new rims on an' shi'...

Gots to REPRESENT!:(

[Jpuga87]

It don't even run yet, but he gots his new rims on an' shi'...

Gots to REPRESENT!:(

it runs it just doesnt move on its own power. im installing a new fuel pump in tommorow.

[Jpuga87]

Finnaly Got Her Running Today :) And She Runs Great!!!!!

[rsteinmetz70112]

Congratulations.

Can you describe all of the issues you had to overcome and the cost?

From my perspective it sounds like you took a chance and won the jackpot.

[Jpuga87]

ill break it down.

2000 isuzu vehicross 1600.00
used set of wheels i had laying around "free"
calmini lift kit "used" 100.00
fuel pump 60.00
sold stock 18 inch wheels +500.00



total cost $1260.00

as for issues ill get back to you guys tommorow as i havent even driven it yet. hopefully nothign major pops up
.

[virtualruffy]

SCORE! Congrats!

[H3_VX]

Are you gonna treat the cladding?

Nice work. What a STEAL it seems to be turning out to be.

[H3_VX]

I am intrigued by this one.
https://www.iaai.com/Vehicles/VehicleDetails.aspx?auctionID=0&itemID=12154854&RowNumber=0
Someone should fix this up. Wonder what it needs and how much it would cost to fix.

[Ldub]

I am intrigued by this one.
https://www.iaai.com/Vehicles/VehicleDetails.aspx?auctionID=0&itemID=12154854&RowNumber=0
Someone should fix this up. Wonder what it needs and how much it would cost to fix.

A gold interior...:confused:

Intriguing indeed...:yes:

[Jpuga87]

Just drove it :yesgray: and this thing is pretty quick lol. Only issues I'm having are the crappy thornbirds are rubbing badly whenever I turn. and there is a pretty bad exhaust leak. the abs light is on and finally the tod display does not turn on. But other then that all is good the freaking ac even works lol I love jap cars.

[H3_VX]

A gold interior...:confused:

Intriguing indeed...:yes:

LOL, just noticed that. Good catch Dub.

[jhigareda]

You lucked out.....

[captainmind]

Jpuga87,

Aaron here. Sounds like I was the one who gave you those tires. Glad to see you came inboard and got a VX for yourself. How are the tires holding up? Some were pretty low on tread. It's nice to know they're back on a VX where they belong!

Hope the table and chairs worked out as well

Cheers

[Jpuga87]

Jpuga87,

Aaron here. Sounds like I was the one who gave you those tires. Glad to see you came inboard and got a VX for yourself. How are the tires holding up? Some were pretty low on tread. It's nice to know they're back on a VX where they belong!

Hope the table and chairs worked out as well

Cheers

lol i know id find you soooner or later. yeah wheels worked out great they rub verrry badly in the front but im getting it lifted this comming week "hopefullly" . and thanks again for the wheels.

[captainmind]

That's strange. I don't remember them rubbing when I had them on. I think they did when the wheels were cranked all the way in one direction but it still did great offroad. Maybe there are differences in the vehicles. Hope the lift takes care of it and happy roading