I can't afford the 6000 for the truck always wanted a Toyota but can't pay that much

If I had a dedicated BOL, where I could store my gear there in advance, I love the sidekicks and samurais.
There are a million parts, they are cheap, good on gas, and they go pretty much anywhere.
They are also very budget friendly and reliable.

I drive a 2006 4Runner 4x4, but almost went and bought the following as a secondary:
http://calgary.kijiji.ca/c-cars-vehicles-cars-trucks-Parting-out-complete-1992-Toyota-pickup-W0QQAdIdZ469397786

Maybe you would want it, Duffman.
NOTE: the ad is a bit misleading on the offer price ....
Read the fine print.

I have two bicycles as back-ups in different locations, one of which is a mountain bike.
Actually still considering buying beater pick-up or Scout to work on as a pet project.
The old Scouts are hard to find though.

Unless you have another 'old scout' for parts, where are you going to find parts?

If I had a dedicated BOL, where I could store my gear there in advance, I love the sidekicks and samurais.
There are a million parts, they are cheap, good on gas, and they go pretty much anywhere.
They are also very budget friendly and reliable.

phuqd,

A number of years back Xtreme 4x4 did a Samurai project. Very cool. Exoskeleton cage, lifted, new seats, larger tires and wheels and oh yah, VW diesel conversion with a veggie oil tank and diesel tank. They did not have to contend with a Canadian winter, so they used tube steel door frames. It was a great project.

I just found a link on Youtube:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=78UA1xwqA0k

I hope that works.

Mountainman.

Cool link Mountainman.

I was more suggesting the Samurai/Sidekick as a great, cheap, BOV for Duffman.
Bugging out with 4 people and 2 dogs, I need something with a bit more space.

I am, however, doing an undercarriage exoskeleton on my jeep.

phuqd,

Thanks cool too. I like Jeeps. I miss my old 1970 Jeep Wagoneer. It was a beast that took me everywhere.

Mountainman.

why not save your money and keep an eye out for one that you like at the dealers. That way if SHTF you can go there and pick it up for free. Just hope that it is not a EMP type of SHTF then most vehicles are pretty much pooped. Just an idea I had. If WROL happens it is not illegal.

EDIT:
I did not know you guys would take so much offense. What I meant was if it was abandoned. Everyone would be busy trying to leave so if someone in their right mind who has a minivan or non offroad vehicle wouldn't it be logical to save your family if you saw a vehicle very capable to protect your family? I am not saying confront people and taking it away from them at gunpoint.
I guess I should have said it depends on your current situation. If it was life or death, would you still say taking an abandoned vehicle illegal and wrong? What if your planned BOV died on you. You need options and just don't rule my idea out. I don't premeditate/preplan and go to car dealerships to physically inspect vehicles, ain't nobody got time for that.
I own a 08 Acura MDX ELITE suv but I can't just rely on 1 vehicle. Need backup of a backup.

Looting is wrong I agree but that does not mean it is outright wrong when you need to take something for survival then it is considered "Scavenging".
Looting is also done usually by force FYI.

RegularGuy, that is why I like the old Scouts - no electronics to fry from an EMP. Just a voltage regulator that would need EMP hardening.

But BelowTheRadar is right. If I am having problems finding one old Scout as a DIY project, where am I gonna find two. Guess I should keep looking around for other older vehicles.

Phuqd,

I like the way you think. I am in the process of building one of those suzuki sidekicks with the VW swap.
The motor is in just have the plumbing and 3 wires to connect. I looked at several options but this combo was pretty attractive. If I get done I will bring it to the next meet. I am now on the look out for a used Kakadu overland trailer which imo would be pretty hard to beat.

Anyway after exploring the options for my particular needs I can only adivse to consider the many attributes of diesel and 4x4.

Hey guys do you think this screams prepper? 😆

Nope. Sure screams Calgary redneck though. ;p

I think the defining moment would be how you are dressed when you get out. White wife beater... redneck. Full camo... wannabe. Kaki's and wool shirt with smart multi function boots, a pocket knife and a non reflective watch... prepper.

Jfamily,

I like the Kakadu trailers, and all of the similar designs by other companies, because they are the ultimate in small versatility.
I am going to be building my own out of aluminum, to keep it lightweight, and totally customized.
Of you google DIY expedition trailers, there are some very impressive innovations.

Kaki's and wool shirt with smart multi function boots, a pocket knife and a non reflective watch... prepper.

Is my web camera on?? or how do you know what I'm wearing?!?

Phuqd,

Aluminum is usually my preference as well for the same reasons. If you are planning on thin wall aluminum you should plan on baking the sub frame or the service life will be significantly reduced. Good luck

Cheers

Jfamily,

I will be using heavier wall tube for the main frame, and then going thinner where I can get away with it.
The drawback of baking, while increasing hardness, also leads to brittleness.
I am a welder/fabricator by trade, so these projects are right up my alley, it's just the time vs. money battle.