Part links for the minitrucks: www.motocheez.com/hijet-mini-truck www.motocheez.com/suzuki-carry-dd51 Get your keyfob, Merch at www.motocheez.com/merchandise MiniTruck playlist goo.gl/EztFd8
I just got one of these bad boys as a daily driver (I've been told I'm crazy) 5 speed '99 hijet 4wd for 6000$ Canadian, 74000km on the engine, with snowplow, winch, hitch receivers on the front and back, 3 sets of tires, 2 inch lift and strut springs both which didn't get put in by the previous owner. Your videos have been a godsent helping me every step of the way keep em comin'!
@@MotoCheez I have used the Rust-Oleum type before, but it pealed up with in 3 months. Yes it was applied after sanding to bare metal and cleaned with acetone.
Damn. I was talking about regular Rust-Oleum paint. Oil based to help against the rust, I've been using on frames for years with good luck. Only thing I don't.like about a liner type is if you have to weld or repair...
@@MotoCheez I know how you feel. I have had everyone of them fail. Then again I do have one that hasn't failed yet and it has been on for the last 24 years. It was made for heavy equipment as both undercoating and bed liner. The company that made it is no longer in business tho.
Check for vacuum leaks to the choke ,also check the coolant hoses going to the choke . There is a wax pellet system for opening the choke once the coolant heats up..if the coolant hoses are clogged ( not many JDM vehicles ever get their coolant changed or flushed ) the warm coolant may not get to the choke pellet
I go to the Coast Guard Academy and the maintenance dept has like 30 of these and every time I see these running around I wish I had one like yours! Keep up the awesome work!
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It's always the choke pull-off - at least that's what Click and Clack would say... Have you thought about a manual choke? You'd be old school for sure. Can't get enough of that Mini Truck!
I am really digging the vids MotoCheez. My ride, I just changed the oil as the motor was really noisy and the oil was more than dirty, it was ridiculous, it smelled like it had gas in it, I did an oil change after matching up a filter code. I poured in some 10w-30 Valvoline to run her through her paces, motor sounds good, still has the tick so I am fittin to adjust that valve-train as soon as I dig up some info on clearances, I imagine she needs a good adjustment. As my ride is somewhat limited in it's farm use, no locking diff and a limited slip rear, my customization flavor is ever so leaning more and more towards a "Jaw Shattering" street application, (No matter How SICK the modification may be).... . I have searched high and low and haven't really found much as far as modified street touring mini-trucks.... Any ideas folks? I know they are doing it on the streets of Japan though, the mini-truck is Japan's youth oriented hot-rod. My artistic flavor is affording me with visions of conversions which would vastly alter the appearance of the average mini-truck. I am more interested in finding a rebuild kit for my 1995 KIA motor as well as a small turbo kit. I have a few really sick ideas I want to put together and this cheap ticking, smoking KIA makes a great candidate for a wild Street touring Mini -Truck that can turn heads on the street yet still handle things round the farm-front. I got some forward thinking ideas recently when I saw video of a newer Suzuki turbo mini-truck , it did a 0-100 and stable like it was on rails.... It wasn't super fast but it was mighty quick with the four speed it had.... I know all these parts are in Japan and readily available but I can't currently locate a contact point as of yet... ...I never give up...... Cheers.
at 8:54 the part you have your hand on controls the vacuum to pull the choke off check for leaks on the vacuum lines to it. i had issues of vacuum lines looking great until you pull them and look at the ends the inner portion of the hose can be cracked.
Your lucky your model has easy access to the carb. The 96 Suzuki DD51T its buried under the back of the cab. I have spark and fuel up to the carb. This truck was run for 11 summers up a loose gravel beach. It stutters through like it wants to start but wont catch. I will check w starter fluid tonite after work. 5pm Alaska time
@@MotoCheez I used starting fluid. Nothing. This truck had the water pump and timing belt replaced, I checked it twice Set valve lash 6 thousandths on intake, 8 on exhaust, replaced the rotor, cap n leads and plugs. Almost acts like the throttle is blocked. Staring fluid should had done something
"ALEXIS, put on Van Halen"! That was friggin' hilarious! Loved it. Anyway, you have to know that poor old "Mini" loves all of the attention that you have been giving her, and she wants to do right by you and struggles as much as she can, but those "Hi Top Sneakers" that you gave her (taller tires), really makes her not give you the best mileage that she can. Yes, she is one proud little lady, looking all fine and dandy, but it's hard on her. Anyway, love what you do & following you is fun. Keep up the great work. Gordon.
I am looking to buy a Mighty boy... your work on the larger 3 cylinder engine (mine will be 550cc) should be very informative! Fortunately , mine will be sitting straight up so setting the timing will not be such a PITA... keep up the good work!
I too, have been wondering why she's guzzling fuel so much. A SeaFoam treatment wouldn't hurt her either. Warm her up, and feather the throttle as you pour SeaFoam down the carb throat, let her stall out and then sit overnight. It'll smoke like hell while pouring it down. And, the next morning, will smoke like hell some more while you wonder what the hell you just did to your beloved. Then, the smoke will clear and she'll smooth out and purr nicely. A third of a can of it in the crankcase a day before an oil change will clean things up too. Great stuff, works better than Sta-Bil as a fuel conditioner/stabilizer too.
Man Im having a time getting a DD51T to start. It was one those projects that 'It ran just fine last October' This spring wouldnt even pop or nothing on starting. Have spark, new rotor, cap and plug wires. Set the valve lash. Found a couple vacuume lines off and reinatalled them. It almost wants to start now, yet not
It's getting to the point I'm half expecting you to change the channel name to Minicheez. Can't wait for the "waiting on overnight parts from Japan" episode!
Good to see you using anti-seize on your plugs. Grease/oil on rubber gaskets keeps them fresh. I like to use petroleum jelly. Interesting to see that the engine is sitting sideways in the truck. Looking at the hole to the engine made me think of all the times I had to work through the hole in my VW bus.
@@MotoCheez You need to find a way to "lift the bed" off the truck to get better access to the engine. Especially when you do the clutch. You have another shop, garage, or barn to hang it in while you work on the truck?
Great episode MotoCheez..... Unfortunately, Not all mini-trucks are the same.... I chose the ugly duckling, a KIA Metro. I recently went to adjust the valves, the present valve clearances were way off from the ones quoted in the video, KIA must have much closer tolerances..... Needless to say, I couldn't get an .008" gauge through so if a valve or two were .001" off, it may tap.... So hard to call it.... AWESOME EPISODE..... Cheers!
About to mess with my timing and carb this weekend. Purchased a timing light and everything. Haven’t used one in 25 years but I remember it being easy (famous last words). Watched a vid on setting the carb so hopefully I don’t have to mess with the choke too. Love your videos man. Keep ‘em coming.
All Right 👍 Maybe you can get ur MPG higher! Yeah i knew there was a problem when U said 18 mpg when that truck should be getn a minimum of 35 MPG. Yeah that sticking choke can really run ur MPG lower. Thats why i mentioned a Carburetor clean. I hope U get her figured out, it'll save U a ton $ in fuel & Mini will feel better! 👍
Heading to Japan later this year and talking with an importer to try and get into one of the auctions...and maybe buy a mini truck of my own! Your vids are making me impatient!
Hey moto, if you have any questions about engine stuff there is a guy on RUclips that could probably help. I think he is in your neck of the woods (so to speak). He's in new Hampshire. He goes by musti1 on RUclips. He is a jack of all mechanic.
Truth. Mustie1 is a genius on a lot of different content. After following him on RUclips for a while he started to post videos of his CUSHMAN Meter Maid. I ask him if he'd like to join our CUSHMAN TRUCKSTER Facebook page, and he actually accepted.
Nice CATCH with the Choke! The "Average Joe" would have NEVER caught that... Your OBVIOUSLY an Mechanicaly Advanced person! Another AWESOME video Bro.:-P Shirts on Ebay?! You have Stickers yet? MEEP-MEEP! MUCH RESPECT!, -Thomas Skagen Port Orchard, Washington
@@MotoCheez What's the cost for an Adult Small Black T-Shirt? As I am a "scrawny" 152lb 5'9" 45yo... Sadly, I typically have to shop in the Kids Section for Kids XL T-Shirts... :-( And, what are the Key Fobs going for, if they are for sale?... You definitely have my respect, given that you Talk to your Mini, and your Definitely Mechanicaly Inclined, as compared to most of these Kei Truck owners out here! Are you "possibly" interested in information about how to perform a "CORRECT" Engine Swap in MINI and keep the 2WD/4WD abilities? :-O I'm currently looking into an engine swap for my (getting soon ~4 to 16 months out...) on a JDM1994 Suzuki Carry that will be licensed for Road Use, but the HP is pathetic... So I have reached out to about 8 Utuber's for their recommendations for a practical engine swap, with "ACTUAL use as a Daily Driver" as a priority... Once I hear from these potential individuals. I will forward their info, AFTER I check it out for functionality AND cost! Keep it Real Mini (Meep-Meepers!), -Thomas Skagen (NOOB) Port Orchard, Washington USA
The Ts are $12.99 and fobs are $9.99. They're linked in motocheez.com in "merchandise" section. Hmm, a good motor swap is probably the Subaru motor because it's flat. Only issue I can see is gearing too low with stock transmission unless you have a 5 speed.. larger tires raises the speed pretty good, looks like the turbos go right along too.
@@MotoCheez FIRST time I've seen multi tipped plugs, I BET they were designed especially for those engines to function correctly, IF you could find out WHY, they that may be a deciding factor when replacing them.
Thanks for the video . I have a 1992 Honda do you think it would be possible to pull the oil pan off , pull the pistons install rings and put back together. I bought one that was sitting 3 years or so and I can’t get compression back . The cylinders read 15, 30 40 psi.
I don't think you can pull the Piston out through the oil pan they'd have to be disconnected from the crank and pushed out through the head side. I would think a low compression like that would probably be because the valves aren't seating correctly did you try shooting oil and each cylinder and then trying again
@@MotoCheez yes sir I did. I am going to try to adjust valves and if all else fails pull the head. I think that is really low compression to the point it probably wouldn’t have ran after 80 or 90 psi . Maybe it’s rusted up. Idk but thanks for answering my questions.
just a little tip the next times don't put the plugs back in it until yo adjust the valves. and i do have a question. what is a safe cruising speed with out blowing it up. do you think you can run 65 mph for 100 miles with out causing trouble.
I know, would have spun easier, with the larger tires and gearing I'd say 55moh, any more than that seems revved out. They do make any speed newer but can't recall year.
I saved this one to my Hijet play list for spark plugs, valve adjustment and timing. Loving all of your mini truck videos. How much should a mechanic charge for a Hijet clutch replacement? I have the parts but don't want to work outside in the winter.
THANKS big time for the "States legal" link, I had seen one of these in Florida for sale at a business and it had a official Florida tag so I assumed it was good ANYWHERE, but the link states for Florida ONLY on roads 35 mph or less thus the mini would be USELESS for me, your link saved me $$$ & headache because I wouldn't have any use other than on the ANY road.
I just had another guy commenting on a few others, that chart is for the newer minis. The 25 year and older gets registered as classics and are legal on main roads... I don't know, I'm still new 😁😁
Mini-truck should have a permanent smile decal ( beep) that's right mini-truck let him know,lol 🚚. You should build mini- truck a roll- bar with crossing samurai swords across the back an give him a black paint job with red accents ninja mini-truck. Great 👍 videos.
How would one delete the vacuum lines? I installed a new carb because they dont make these ones anymore now its on and im not sure what to do with the spaghetti
Ha. That's what's holding me up on the supercharger install. Needs vacuum for the 4x4 and locker. You have to trace each hose and label if it's port or constant vacuum
Yes because when you have boost it would typically retard the timing and I said it at a specific timing I think it's 20 before top dead center so you don't get the detonation under boost
What's the altitude in your area? We're up around 5,000ft and I've definitely got a fueling problem on cold start. Not many high altitude jetting kits for the Sambar. There is a water line that runs through a thermostat on mine that is just for the choke regulation. I added a nickel sized spacer to my choke while fully extended limiting it as much as possible. Your plugs looked a lot cleaner than mine were (are). You could always wear a headlamp...oh.
Make sure You're on compression stroke TDC the cylinder you're checking. If valves are tight you probably on wrong stroke and need to go 1 more revolution
I just noticed something, correct me if im wrong, engine on pick up is more to the rear end depending on the Van engine placment. I have van and my engine is beneth the seats and more to the front end. Or am i mistaking?
Never seen anyone put anti seize on plugs. Is that common practice? I have an 02 quad cab dodge dakota that has rust cancer. Im replacing the bed and body panels, the frame is ok but it has surface rust, same as alot of bolts and pieces of the engine. Should I put some anti seize on my new plugs when I do a tune up this weekend?
I do, it just makes life easier for the next time. I know Ford had a huge issue with plugs breaking off in the 5.4 heads, big job if that happens.. I even use on lug nuts sometimes, it's just messy!!
@@MotoCheez cool, thanks. My exhaust manifold has a big hole in it so i'm going to replace it this weekend. Im going to keep soaking it with pb blaster for a full day before I attempt to remove the bolts. I know my way around tools and can figure stuff out but I am not a very experienced mechanic. Ive never been so nervous to work on something lol
@@MotoCheez lol whats up turbo mini yep you can do it any way i like how your channel grown so fast recently i've been here since the day you brought it nice work . good place to work on it . great mates keep it up greetings from Germany
-LOL so the timing was too advanced. go figure. micro 6 puck clutch soon xD. gona get into "mini trucking" buahaha! i want to see one of these trucks on roadkill with fin.
Thanks for another great video. I can't wait for mine to get here from Japan. Tire question: Are those 23x8x12 tires on stock 4" rims? And how wide is the track with them? My trailer is 5'x10' but 57" inside the rails.
Nope, I have a 2" lift too, but 23s would probably fit stock. The 24s did hit the bottom of door slightly better(a few videos back) with 7" mag wheels though, go figure
@@MotoCheez never done that,i hear someone mentioned manifold vaccume and ported vaccume, manifold is before carb and ported is from carb if i get it correctlly?
New ebay carb was crap. Over fueling, i use membrane where my carb leaked and, with my old carb and few parts from new onw and it work again. Vaccume is on 550 milibars.
She is using so much gas because of the tyres. Nothing more, nothing less. People don't seem to understand the difference a tyre make on the autonomy of a vehicle but it is huge! Sorry about my poor english.
Sometimes mine starts hard when it's warm too I believe the float lets a little fuel in but if I hold it to the floor and crank it it usually starts right up
Then you wouldn't have to re gear or anything because you can rev out to 13000 RPMs we're 7000 Max at about 60 miles per hour that means you could do a hundred twenty miles an hour hahaha
Part links for the minitrucks:
www.motocheez.com/hijet-mini-truck
www.motocheez.com/suzuki-carry-dd51
Get your keyfob, Merch at www.motocheez.com/merchandise
MiniTruck playlist goo.gl/EztFd8
BEST editing on RUclips!
TY😁
For sure!!!
I just got one of these bad boys as a daily driver (I've been told I'm crazy) 5 speed '99 hijet 4wd for 6000$ Canadian, 74000km on the engine, with snowplow, winch, hitch receivers on the front and back, 3 sets of tires, 2 inch lift and strut springs both which didn't get put in by the previous owner. Your videos have been a godsent helping me every step of the way keep em comin'!
Nice!! Daily is fine, I wouldn't drive my highways here with it because ppl do 75 plus. I'd do secondary roads all day. Thank you😁
be careful. remember, you are the crumple zone!
Like that video went Soo quick shows how enjoyable your content is
TY😁😁 I have a ton of older vids, mostly motorcycle stuff tho
I suggest a lineX bed liner paint job or just the bed.
I like your videos on the mini truck allot.
TY, I'll probably white Rust-Oleum first the bed line later on
@@MotoCheez I have used the Rust-Oleum type before, but it pealed up with in 3 months. Yes it was applied after sanding to bare metal and cleaned with acetone.
Damn. I was talking about regular Rust-Oleum paint. Oil based to help against the rust, I've been using on frames for years with good luck. Only thing I don't.like about a liner type is if you have to weld or repair...
@@MotoCheez I know how you feel. I have had everyone of them fail. Then again I do have one that hasn't failed yet and it has been on for the last 24 years. It was made for heavy equipment as both undercoating and bed liner. The company that made it is no longer in business tho.
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Check for vacuum leaks to the choke ,also check the coolant hoses going to the choke . There is a wax pellet system for opening the choke once the coolant heats up..if the coolant hoses are clogged ( not many JDM vehicles ever get their coolant changed or flushed ) the warm coolant may not get to the choke pellet
I go to the Coast Guard Academy and the maintenance dept has like 30 of these and every time I see these running around I wish I had one like yours! Keep up the awesome work!
👍👍thanks. Make a video yelling "what's up minitrucks!" and I'll use it like beginning of this video 😁
Will do! And just ordered my own #WUMT shirt👍🏻
I saw, TY!!
@@MotoCheez Minis're always ready for the call. We place our trust in thee.
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You made me smile! Beep Beep. Yeah, another mini truck episode.
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I binge watch all your videos on the mini truck the other day and was hoping you would make a new video soon
😁 thanks
@@MotoCheez and I think now I have mini truck fever.
I've been checking online all over the place where to get one around where I live.
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It's always the choke pull-off - at least that's what Click and Clack would say... Have you thought about a manual choke? You'd be old school for sure. Can't get enough of that Mini Truck!
Yes, I think I'm going to buy a cable, I rather have manual choke tbh. If I ever change the carb I'll go back. Easy conversion.
I am really digging the vids MotoCheez. My ride, I just changed the oil as the motor was really noisy and the oil was more than dirty, it was ridiculous, it smelled like it had gas in it, I did an oil change after matching up a filter code. I poured in some 10w-30 Valvoline to run her through her paces, motor sounds good, still has the tick so I am fittin to adjust that valve-train as soon as I dig up some info on clearances, I imagine she needs a good adjustment. As my ride is somewhat limited in it's farm use, no locking diff and a limited slip rear, my customization flavor is ever so leaning more and more towards a "Jaw Shattering" street application, (No matter How SICK the modification may be).... .
I have searched high and low and haven't really found much as far as modified street touring mini-trucks.... Any ideas folks? I know they are doing it on the streets of Japan though, the mini-truck is Japan's youth oriented hot-rod. My artistic flavor is affording me with visions of conversions which would vastly alter the appearance of the average mini-truck. I am more interested in finding a rebuild kit for my 1995 KIA motor as well as a small turbo kit. I have a few really sick ideas I want to put together and this cheap ticking, smoking KIA makes a great candidate for a wild Street touring Mini -Truck that can turn heads on the street yet still handle things round the farm-front. I got some forward thinking ideas recently when I saw video of a newer Suzuki turbo mini-truck , it did a 0-100 and stable like it was on rails.... It wasn't super fast but it was mighty quick with the four speed it had.... I know all these parts are in Japan and readily available but I can't currently locate a contact point as of yet... ...I never give up...... Cheers.
at 8:54 the part you have your hand on controls the vacuum to pull the choke off check for leaks on the vacuum lines to it. i had issues of vacuum lines looking great until you pull them and look at the ends the inner portion of the hose can be cracked.
I'll check thanks. But the plunger doesn't move with heat either. The pulloff is working. I don't know about the cold air diverter in air can...
@@MotoCheez you have any manuals? I am looking through my downloads folder to see what i have left of hijet stuff. most of it is for the 100 series
I don't have manual. Do want to get one though. I don't know how close the 100 series is...
@@MotoCheez i have some 83 and 85 stuff too the
I have that same timing light. Sad thing is I bought new. Glad you didn't "tappet" out after the first valve adjust wasn't correct. Well done!
I bought mine new too!😎
Ill never own one of these but I cant get enough of your channel. Like your style, enjoy the editing and the clip choices. Very fun to watch.
Thanks!!
Love the videos. It makes my day when I see the new vid go live. #whatsupminitruck
TY!
Your lucky your model has easy access to the carb.
The 96 Suzuki DD51T its buried under the back of the cab.
I have spark and fuel up to the carb.
This truck was run for 11 summers up a loose gravel beach.
It stutters through like it wants to start but wont catch.
I will check w starter fluid tonite after work.
5pm Alaska time
Maybe the choke not setting on. Starting fluid will work if it's that
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I used starting fluid.
Nothing.
This truck had the water pump and timing belt replaced, I checked it twice
Set valve lash 6 thousandths on intake, 8 on exhaust, replaced the rotor, cap n leads and plugs.
Almost acts like the throttle is blocked.
Staring fluid should had done something
@@MotoCheez also checked the coil, it works now, didnt before.
Which is odd for a truck that was running when parked
Timing belt replaced. Maybe valve timing Could be off?
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It dawned on me, Firing order for the F-6A is one, three, two.
I need to swap #2 ignition leads on the distributor.
Always a great day when I can start it out with a fresh, delicious and piping-hot Mini-Truck vid. I also applaud your use of anti-sieze. 😬
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"ALEXIS, put on Van Halen"! That was friggin' hilarious! Loved it. Anyway, you have to know that poor old "Mini" loves all of the attention that you have been giving her, and she wants to do right by you and struggles as much as she can, but those "Hi Top Sneakers" that you gave her (taller tires), really makes her not give you the best mileage that she can. Yes, she is one proud little lady, looking all fine and dandy, but it's hard on her. Anyway, love what you do & following you is fun. Keep up the great work.
Gordon.
HAha. TY, I just put ANOTHER set of tires on.. these are the ones!! Will be in upcoming video
It's nice how the mini is pretty easy to work on.. kool video, thank u.
It's easy so far, clutch very soon! Thanks😄
Love it when the mini truck makes a meep sound😄
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I like how your videos are paced, the editing and way you talk in the videos all fits together quite well. Good job. 👍
Thanks!!😁
I am looking to buy a Mighty boy... your work on the larger 3 cylinder engine (mine will be 550cc) should be very informative!
Fortunately , mine will be sitting straight up so setting the timing will not be such a PITA... keep up the good work!
I've never seen those. TY
I too, have been wondering why she's guzzling fuel so much. A SeaFoam treatment wouldn't hurt her either. Warm her up, and feather the throttle as you pour SeaFoam down the carb throat, let her stall out and then sit overnight. It'll smoke like hell while pouring it down. And, the next morning, will smoke like hell some more while you wonder what the hell you just did to your beloved. Then, the smoke will clear and she'll smooth out and purr nicely. A third of a can of it in the crankcase a day before an oil change will clean things up too. Great stuff, works better than Sta-Bil as a fuel conditioner/stabilizer too.
Seafoam!! Good idea
Man Im having a time getting a DD51T to start.
It was one those projects that 'It ran just fine last October'
This spring wouldnt even pop or nothing on starting.
Have spark, new rotor, cap and plug wires.
Set the valve lash.
Found a couple vacuume lines off and reinatalled them.
It almost wants to start now, yet not
Hmm. Try starting fluid? If works it's fuel. If not may be electrical
It's getting to the point I'm half expecting you to change the channel name to Minicheez. Can't wait for the "waiting on overnight parts from Japan" episode!
Hahaha. Minicheez!! That's Good 🔥🔥🔥
@@MotoCheez And you now have a name for the Minitruck!
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I started watching these videos last night and I'm on video 20 something.
Cool videos man, keeps me wondering what you are going to do next.
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Good to see you using anti-seize on your plugs. Grease/oil on rubber gaskets keeps them fresh. I like to use petroleum jelly. Interesting to see that the engine is sitting sideways in the truck. Looking at the hole to the engine made me think of all the times I had to work through the hole in my VW bus.
Yes and petroleum jelly makes some rubber more pliable. Ah, yes the ole VW bus!!
@@MotoCheez You need to find a way to "lift the bed" off the truck to get better access to the engine. Especially when you do the clutch. You have another shop, garage, or barn to hang it in while you work on the truck?
Yeah. I've seen people take the bed off. Easy
Great episode MotoCheez..... Unfortunately, Not all mini-trucks are the same.... I chose the ugly duckling, a KIA Metro. I recently went to adjust the valves, the present valve clearances were way off from the ones quoted in the video, KIA must have much closer tolerances..... Needless to say, I couldn't get an .008" gauge through so if a valve or two were .001" off, it may tap.... So hard to call it.... AWESOME EPISODE..... Cheers!
Damn.
About to mess with my timing and carb this weekend. Purchased a timing light and everything. Haven’t used one in 25 years but I remember it being easy (famous last words). Watched a vid on setting the carb so hopefully I don’t have to mess with the choke too. Love your videos man. Keep ‘em coming.
Awesome. Thanks!
I do have to say I'm digging this editing.
Thanks 😁
All Right 👍 Maybe you can get ur MPG higher! Yeah i knew there was a problem when U said 18 mpg when that truck should be getn a minimum of 35 MPG. Yeah that sticking choke can really run ur MPG lower. Thats why i mentioned a Carburetor clean. I hope U get her figured out, it'll save U a ton $ in fuel & Mini will feel better! 👍
Yes. More power too!
Heading to Japan later this year and talking with an importer to try and get into one of the auctions...and maybe buy a mini truck of my own! Your vids are making me impatient!
Haha. Sorry. I believe you can import online through many places. Or you want to become a dealer?
@@MotoCheez oh yeah we can...but be honest man. Being in a place chock full of mini trucks....the joy it would bring your loins....=-O
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Hey moto, if you have any questions about engine stuff there is a guy on RUclips that could probably help. I think he is in your neck of the woods (so to speak). He's in new Hampshire. He goes by musti1 on RUclips. He is a jack of all mechanic.
Dude can repair anything
Cool thanks!
Truth. Mustie1 is a genius on a lot of different content.
After following him on RUclips for a while he started to post videos of his CUSHMAN Meter Maid. I ask him if he'd like to join our CUSHMAN TRUCKSTER Facebook page, and he actually accepted.
If anyone wants to join the best CUSHMAN page on Facebook here's a link.
facebook.com/groups/487997247912630/?ref=share
MotoCheez did you not know about Mustie for real? You’re in for a treat if so. His vids are great.
Great job moto Cheez got it all fixed up nice
TY
Look into a amr 500 off of a Toyota previa they are super small superchargers easy to install in thease
Ordered an amr300
I have an Alexis and when you said her name, my Alexis lit up. Too funny.
😄😄 I wondered if Alexis would trigger Alexa, now I know!!
MiniTruck seems to like it when you diddle her bits!
She sure does!🔥
Great Job Motocheez, love mini...
TY 😁
I'm glad you didn't leave the valves clacking. Next you could convert it to electric.
Maybe someday, I have a mountain I own behind me and hauling wood etc, I'm not sure electric would be a good fit for my situation.
Keep on getting on minitrucks backside... Maybe a reach around is in order. Great vid.
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Nice CATCH with the Choke!
The "Average Joe" would have NEVER caught that...
Your OBVIOUSLY an Mechanicaly Advanced person!
Another AWESOME video Bro.:-P
Shirts on Ebay?!
You have Stickers yet?
MEEP-MEEP!
MUCH RESPECT!,
-Thomas Skagen
Port Orchard, Washington
Thanks, I want to think I'm mechanically inclined. 😎😁
No stickers yet, just key tags... I have the template, I should look into them.
@@MotoCheez What's the cost for an Adult Small Black T-Shirt? As I am a "scrawny" 152lb 5'9" 45yo... Sadly, I typically have to shop in the Kids Section for Kids XL T-Shirts... :-(
And, what are the Key Fobs going for, if they are for sale?...
You definitely have my respect, given that you Talk to your Mini, and your Definitely Mechanicaly Inclined, as compared to most of these Kei Truck owners out here!
Are you "possibly" interested in information about how to perform a "CORRECT" Engine Swap in MINI and keep the 2WD/4WD abilities? :-O
I'm currently looking into an engine swap for my (getting soon ~4 to 16 months out...) on a JDM1994 Suzuki Carry that will be licensed for Road Use, but the HP is pathetic...
So I have reached out to about 8 Utuber's for their recommendations for a practical engine swap, with "ACTUAL use as a Daily Driver" as a priority...
Once I hear from these potential individuals. I will forward their info, AFTER I check it out for functionality AND cost!
Keep it Real Mini (Meep-Meepers!),
-Thomas Skagen (NOOB)
Port Orchard, Washington USA
@@MotoCheez YOU way 2 FUNNY!
The Ts are $12.99 and fobs are $9.99. They're linked in motocheez.com in "merchandise" section. Hmm, a good motor swap is probably the Subaru motor because it's flat. Only issue I can see is gearing too low with stock transmission unless you have a 5 speed.. larger tires raises the speed pretty good, looks like the turbos go right along too.
Was that Blonde Redhead in one of your musical 'transitions'? Respect. I'm enjoying the series a lot. Can't wait to get to the pontoon boat too!
Thanks. Yes that’s my son
11 degrees? Always heard turn the timing to the stop and just use premium with cold plugs. More power 🤔
Can't go to the stop. Every truck is different and might be way too advanced. A few degrees is usually ok with premium.
When you're driving the mini truck down the road, you should splice a B-17 Flying Fortress into the video. That's what the tire noise reminds me of.
😄😄👍 good idea
Once you get that choke sorted, I reckon you'll be looking at about 35+mpg with those tyres.
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Love these freaking videos man.
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Love the evil morty part, damn you it's my cell ringtone and made me look 😂
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Number 6 and I'm getting a minitruck I'll be getting it Tomorrow for my birthday
Sweet!! Happy birthday!
MotoCheez I can't wait for my own minitruck
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Speed happy birthday amd have fun with your mini truck
... Why does mini have Multipoint plugs????
They're stock I assume...
Yeah, that's odd. Considering the car is clean, no Japanese "mods" on it, it's even weirder.
@@MotoCheez FIRST time I've seen multi tipped plugs, I BET they were designed especially for those engines to function correctly, IF you could find out WHY, they that may be a deciding factor when replacing them.
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Dual prong plugs are common on Toyota motors. I think he mentioned in an earlier video that the truck uses a lot of toyota parts.
Thanks for the video . I have a 1992 Honda do you think it would be possible to pull the oil pan off , pull the pistons install rings and put back together. I bought one that was sitting 3 years or so and I can’t get compression back . The cylinders read 15, 30 40 psi.
I don't think you can pull the Piston out through the oil pan they'd have to be disconnected from the crank and pushed out through the head side. I would think a low compression like that would probably be because the valves aren't seating correctly did you try shooting oil and each cylinder and then trying again
@@MotoCheez yes sir I did. I am going to try to adjust valves and if all else fails pull the head. I think that is really low compression to the point it probably wouldn’t have ran after 80 or 90 psi . Maybe it’s rusted up. Idk but thanks for answering my questions.
Anti-seize is Da Bomb! Hell Ya, Brother!
Good shit!
@@MotoCheez get one drop on ya and the next thing you know youre looking like the tin man
I know! When I went back to adjust valves again, I even wiped the areas and STILL looked like the tinman. Hahah
fupabox
also has some videos on his truck from years ago. he does one on the carb.
I saw it
just a little tip the next times don't put the plugs back in it until yo adjust the valves. and i do have a question. what is a safe cruising speed with out blowing it up. do you think you can run 65 mph for 100 miles with out causing trouble.
I know, would have spun easier, with the larger tires and gearing I'd say 55moh, any more than that seems revved out. They do make any speed newer but can't recall year.
Thats probably where your problems starting it back up after she's been running for awhile
Yeah, floods itself!
I saved this one to my Hijet play list for spark plugs, valve adjustment and timing. Loving all of your mini truck videos.
How much should a mechanic charge for a Hijet clutch replacement? I have the parts but don't want to work outside in the winter.
It's pretty basic, I'd think under 500
The best part of reference humor is somebody was already funny so you dont have to be. Haha just fucking around enjoying the content.
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that truck WAS eyeing mini truck in the parking lot ,she is such a sweet ride
He really was staring at her when I left the store!
THANKS big time for the "States legal" link, I had seen one of these in Florida for sale at a business and it had a official Florida tag so I assumed it was good ANYWHERE, but the link states for Florida ONLY on roads 35 mph or less thus the mini would be USELESS for me, your link saved me $$$ & headache because I wouldn't have any use other than on the ANY road.
I just had another guy commenting on a few others, that chart is for the newer minis. The 25 year and older gets registered as classics and are legal on main roads... I don't know, I'm still new 😁😁
Didn't know the mini truck was a mid-engine sports car at heart! ^_^
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Mini-truck should have a permanent smile decal ( beep) that's right mini-truck let him know,lol 🚚. You should build mini- truck a roll- bar with crossing samurai swords across the back an give him a black paint job with red accents ninja mini-truck. Great 👍 videos.
Hmm, I like it...💯
Hey man, have you checked out Hoonigan doing stuff to a minitruck? They're shoving a rotary in it!
Yeah, can't wait to see how it turns out.
Love when you ask mini truck questions and always get a beep beep. Lol
Is that a honda interceptor gas tank hanging? I had a 86 500 interceptor and it looks like the same.
It is, he has one in the garage he's working on. Good eye 😁
Dose your mini have the hemi motor 12 valve ? 660 cc
The Suzuki does
How would one delete the vacuum lines? I installed a new carb because they dont make these ones anymore now its on and im not sure what to do with the spaghetti
Ha. That's what's holding me up on the supercharger install. Needs vacuum for the 4x4 and locker.
You have to trace each hose and label if it's port or constant vacuum
Ive got it running but the idles goin bananas so i gasket gooped the carb on just waiting for it to dry before i try again
Shes ALIVE! It wont idle but it reving properly and totally drivable ill have to make a video about it its pretty messy under the hatch
Nice!
What's it smell like when rich? ....... GAS?????????? saw you smell the spark plug
Yeah you can smell the gas on it.
what vacuum line are you pulling for timing ?
Yes because when you have boost it would typically retard the timing and I said it at a specific timing I think it's 20 before top dead center so you don't get the detonation under boost
What's the altitude in your area? We're up around 5,000ft and I've definitely got a fueling problem on cold start. Not many high altitude jetting kits for the Sambar. There is a water line that runs through a thermostat on mine that is just for the choke regulation. I added a nickel sized spacer to my choke while fully extended limiting it as much as possible.
Your plugs looked a lot cleaner than mine were (are).
You could always wear a headlamp...oh.
I'm only at 600ft I'm thinking about just hooking up a cable choke. Mine always started great in the cold.. headlamp a good idea! I have a few LED
Help with carb adjustment for S85? Any videos? Somewhere.
All I have is some carb adjustments for choke and throttle cable. ruclips.net/video/lZQ-WD5ri6Q/видео.html
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Hey could you help me out i cant figure out were couple vacuum line goes the one for the choke and one where the fuel pump is thnak you
I removed my heat riser valve. Not sure which lines you're talking about
@@MotoCheez the one that is for the choke there 2 that goes to it and the one under the pump
@@NBLife459 I'll have to look for you. Maybe snap a photo
I have the same truck can you help me adjust the valves. I am having a hard time.
Make sure You're on compression stroke TDC the cylinder you're checking. If valves are tight you probably on wrong stroke and need to go 1 more revolution
I just noticed something, correct me if im wrong, engine on pick up is more to the rear end depending on the Van engine placment.
I have van and my engine is beneth the seats and more to the front end. Or am i mistaking?
I thought they were same from what I saw. Under the seat
@@MotoCheez i tought so, but your carb is on the outside and i fix mine from underneeth the seats. Maybe im wrong
I need vacuum diagram ef660 carburetor
Where'd you get that tent garage? Need one to work on the 91 Carry (winter coming)
What tent garage? The one pontoon boat is under?
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@robertlord7911 ohh. That's Matt's, it's a 20x10 with sides
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@@MotoCheez Thanks for taking time... Got work and it will be cold. Need cover ...got stove!
@robertlord7911 awesome
Never seen anyone put anti seize on plugs. Is that common practice? I have an 02 quad cab dodge dakota that has rust cancer. Im replacing the bed and body panels, the frame is ok but it has surface rust, same as alot of bolts and pieces of the engine. Should I put some anti seize on my new plugs when I do a tune up this weekend?
I do, it just makes life easier for the next time. I know Ford had a huge issue with plugs breaking off in the 5.4 heads, big job if that happens.. I even use on lug nuts sometimes, it's just messy!!
@@MotoCheez cool, thanks. My exhaust manifold has a big hole in it so i'm going to replace it this weekend. Im going to keep soaking it with pb blaster for a full day before I attempt to remove the bolts. I know my way around tools and can figure stuff out but I am not a very experienced mechanic. Ive never been so nervous to work on something lol
Ugh. I hate exhaust work... Rusty bolts
Awesome . 😎
will the turbo installation will be a pain to install with this tight work space ,but i don't care you said you will turbo it mate
Lol, said maybe! Wish the electric turbos worked as they claimed..
@@MotoCheez lol whats up turbo mini
yep
you can do it
any way i like how your channel grown so fast recently
i've been here since the day you brought it
nice work . good place to work on it . great mates
keep it up
greetings from Germany
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whats up mini truck
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can you give me a link on the engine manual for maintenance?
I don't have one. I think there were some close online when I searched. The van type
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That horn though
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I want a mini truck now.
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A little Harley bird told me you have another lift coming. :)
😎😎 springs... And they're awesome!!
@@MotoCheez I lov'em! Gave me about an extra inch too.....:)
Yep, same!
"Who put the antifreeze in my carburetor, YUCK."🤣😎
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whats the song at 1:17?
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Whats the part number on those plugs ? Please thanks
I changed them in mini later on, I used these amzn.to/3MV9zzy they're not OEM but work great on the 660s
-LOL so the timing was too advanced. go figure. micro 6 puck clutch soon xD. gona get into "mini trucking" buahaha! i want to see one of these trucks on roadkill with fin.
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Finn could prolly fit 3 of these in his mahooga of a trailer truck he got. :))
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Thanks for another great video. I can't wait for mine to get here from Japan. Tire question: Are those 23x8x12 tires on stock 4" rims? And how wide is the track with them? My trailer is 5'x10' but 57" inside the rails.
Those were 24/8-12, they'll still fit trailer
@@MotoCheez thanks! no problem with 8" wide tires on skinny wheels?
Nope, I have a 2" lift too, but 23s would probably fit stock. The 24s did hit the bottom of door slightly better(a few videos back) with 7" mag wheels though, go figure
Is it possible to adjust this carb using vaccum gauge ?
im having party with adjusting carb on my hijet.
Regards,
The mixture, yes. Like other carbs get the highest vacuum.
@@MotoCheez never done that,i hear someone mentioned manifold vaccume and ported vaccume, manifold is before carb and ported is from carb if i get it correctlly?
@@Alennovak666 yes. Manifold vacuum. Make sure idle is close to correct rpm also
@@MotoCheez thanks for fast answers,as always, :)
Il try that after sleeping, i will share what i did.
New ebay carb was crap. Over fueling, i use membrane where my carb leaked and, with my old carb and few parts from new onw and it work again. Vaccume is on 550 milibars.
She is using so much gas because of the tyres. Nothing more, nothing less. People don't seem to understand the difference a tyre make on the autonomy of a vehicle but it is huge! Sorry about my poor english.
Choke stuck closed. I did get better tires on today.. have to do clutch asap now
My truck only starts when is cold and very hard starting when warm
Choke possibly stuck?
@@MotoCheez already cleaned it up, checked the choke and it is fine.🤦
Sometimes mine starts hard when it's warm too I believe the float lets a little fuel in but if I hold it to the floor and crank it it usually starts right up
When's the LS Swap coming? I mean, like everyone is doing it.
Lol, not me I need it practical and useable. Maybe if I can find one without an engine etc. I'd do a sport bike motor 😁
@@MotoCheez I could see a Busa motor in there :D
That's what I'm talkin about!
Then you wouldn't have to re gear or anything because you can rev out to 13000 RPMs we're 7000 Max at about 60 miles per hour that means you could do a hundred twenty miles an hour hahaha
Please get mini a brother and put a busa, R1, CBR 1000 engine in it. I’m dying to know if it’s possible!!!!
You checked timing on cold engine??
Sure. It's mechanical advance
DO YOU GET MINI BURGERS IN THE MINI TRUCK?
Not yet, but I will! 😁
Great Video. Thanks !!!
How do I set timing
There's a plug on the top of the bell housing some have timing mars on front of engine off crank