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ZUKIWORLD Model Specific Suzuki Forum => Suzuki Samurai (All SJ Platform) 1981-1998 => Topic started by: Bluehornz01 on July 19, 2012, 06:59:47 PM

Title: 'Zuki noob in need of guidance
Post by: Bluehornz01 on July 19, 2012, 06:59:47 PM
I have a friend selling his '88 Samurai that I'm interested in buying.  I've been trying to search the forums with little luck so maybe someone on here can help me because I am not an expert on Samurais...total noob.  ???

Does the '88 have power steering?  I test drove it today and figured it either didn't have power steering or the pump was bad.  Also, is there any major "fatal flaws" with these 4x4s that I need to check on immediately?  This one is rough around the edges, but pretty much amazing for the year, for living in the rust belt, and for actually running...$500.00.

I know I'm just a "Jeep" guy, but I've always admired these little 4x4s.  Very cool. Any practical advice would be awesome thought I know that's pretty vague.
Title: Re: 'Zuki noob in need of guidance
Post by: mrfuelish on July 19, 2012, 09:59:24 PM
They don't come with power steering stock, it's worth more than 5 bills in parts, I would just check the frame for rust if it looks good go for it.
Title: Re: 'Zuki noob in need of guidance
Post by: Bluehornz01 on July 21, 2012, 08:46:42 PM
Yeah I'll probably scoop it up and see what happens.  Can't beat the price and maybe I'll even get addicted.  I love my Jeeps, but everyone has those.  This would be something ultra-rare around here.  I'll keep ya posted.
Title: Re: 'Zuki noob in need of guidance
Post by: fixed blade on July 22, 2012, 05:21:18 PM
You wont be a jeep guy anymore after you get it running well and take it into the hills,   when you figure you just went 120 miles and only used 5 gallons of gas. 8)
Title: Re: 'Zuki noob in need of guidance
Post by: Bluehornz01 on July 27, 2012, 07:02:14 PM
Yeah keeping the 4.0L engines fueled is harsh on the wallet.

Purchased it today.  It's rough, but still a good base to start with.  I'll keep you guys posted!