Buying a JDM Suzuki Carry 4x4 Kei mini truck

[@Mikefestiva]

If you want to see more videos about my Suzuki Carry Kei truck I have some links posted below 👍🙂 Here’s part 3 of this Suzuki kzbin.info/www/bejne/oHaqlqiNg5VprqM Suzuki Carry part 2 kzbin.info/www/bejne/h6XZpoeDj7-bprc Snow camping Kei truck video kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZpKvq4uNfqZjmtU Building a ladder rack kzbin.info/www/bejne/jqDZaWSejLmiaKc Taking the Kei trucks off-road kzbin.info/www/bejne/h4qwfYWQZctpfZo Testing out different MT tires on a Kei truck kzbin.info/www/bejne/eaWmk6uMet-IeJI Winter off-road with the Kei trucks kzbin.info/www/bejne/iGqQdmSeaalmbLM

[@blardymunggas6884]

What a great lookin mini truck. Awesome. For some reason, left hand gear shifting is way more natural to me. Having the dominant hand on the steering makes more sense in terms of control and safety

[@shanarstra2129]

Ruthie!

[@zachsheffee8458]

They should make some reproductions of these! Then the olden days would lose some value & become more affordable! Then you could add another one to your fleet!

[@wrestleswithangels]

What is the HP/Torque? Top Speed (paved road)? I enjoyed the video!! Thanks! 👊🏼💯

[@ShawnConrad-l7i]

I would like one of these as a bug out vehicle

[@Self.reliant]

Never apologize for your kiddo outside having fun. Made me smile hearing him playing reminded me of my kids when they were little.

[@Mikefestiva]

Thanks for checking out my new video! I had a part in an older video with my son singing in the background and actually had a viewer or two complain, some people just don’t enjoy kids I guess 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@cg8469]

@@Mikefestiva Some people are just negative all around, in the long run they'll just be noise in the system. I watch a lot of videos like yours on our main TV in the house when I'm cooking or just killing time and my kids are always excited to see other kids on the TV. My daughter especially because she likes to watch me weld and use the plasma cutter, so she freaks out when other kids do the same stuff she does. Keep doing your thing man, great channel, love the content.

[@kylereese4822]

@@Mikefestiva You could replace the truck carb with a carb from a motorcycle like this kzbin.info/www/bejne/r6CTnmich8iMnpo&ab_channel=ZiyadNazzal or fit a 2 cylinder Predator engine + a Honda Insight hybrid motor + portal axels(home made) or even more crazy... fit the rear motor from a Mitsubishi PHEV 4x4 turn it round and have it running the front/rear axels... and fit the battery too....

[@matthews852]

I actually believe the children are our future. I think we should just teach them well and let them lead the way. …

[@TOAD7464]

@@Mikefestiva consider the fact that more popular channels than yours often put a few minutes of they kids in they videos. Involve them in builds, they need to learn what papa do

[@MsCyou0157]

日本の中古自動車のバイヤーです。自分もずいぶん軽トラ輸出したけど こうやって楽しんでる人がいるのを見るのは 嬉しい。 日本に置いておいても屑鉄になってしまう。 愛してくれる人がいれば、車も嬉しいと思う。

[@ExplorethePNW]

Man the more I see these Kei trucks, the more fun and useful they seem

[@ggolds5]

I love it. When I was just out of college I bought a 86 Suzuki SJ410- model just before the Samurai came out in the US in 87. I bought it from a local dealer who brought them in from Hawaii. I traded that for the Samurai in 87. I loved them and miss them. I just bought a new 21 Wrangler 4xe hybrid electric. I think your carry is so cool. Have fun. I envy your mechanical aptitude. I'm handy but not that handy. Thanks for the videos.

[@Zappy1210]

My father had a 1980 Suzuki truck like this on the farm we had. It was a 2 stroke, self mixing 550cc engine 4x4. I believe he lifted it about 2 or 3 inches with 30 to 32 inch mud tires. That thing was amazing as a farm truck, there literally was nothing it couldn't do better than any Ford or Chevy truck on the farm and mud that would easily sink a Ford or Chevy was a non-issue for it. We had it from 1983 to 1998 when he sold the farm and the little truck with it. It still ran great. I loved the fold down sides on the bed. Not saying I'd run it as a daily driver on the road, but as for industry/farm work, I'd choose these over anything. Basically a UTV on steroids is how I'd describe one.

[@friellicksangma8608]

I really need this truck... I would be grateful forever..Yours Sincerely!!!From North East India...

[@itryen7632]

I'd love to visit India one day. I've heard that it has a great car culture.

[@stephanelachance6195]

Even used and with repairable isuses I still think this is a more logical and way cheaper option over a side by side. Street legal, heated cab, stronger mecanic and with a set of tracks for the winter...wow!! This unit is very well set up already. Even with the repairs, you made a good purchase....I'm jealous !! Have fun

[@ねこから虎]

日本🇯🇵で一生懸命走りきった軽トラックが、またアメリカ🇺🇸で綺麗に可愛く再生して愛されていることがとても嬉しいです！！ 日本人

[@brandons42472]

Haven’t even watched the video yet but Mike gotta be my favorite KZbinr he’s doing all the right stuff!!

[@jamesgibb9737]

Couldn't agree more!

[@Mikefestiva]

Thank you Brandon 👍

[@raynyhus2026]

I've made some buys that I was to excited about and overlooked problems. now with age I've slowed down the inspection to find problems. the excitement is still there and now I don't lose that excitement when repairs are needed. Being retired army I've been calling those Haji trucks, no disrespect intended, im old.

[@maxwood192]

My friends have two of these trucks , they use them on the beach in soft sand, go well, they have had a lot of tuning issues, so does help when you know how to fix them. They are still going and drive up and down the beach all the time loaded up with all the beach toys. Enjoy your new toy it looks great.

[@nagasako7]

If Japan could sell brand new Kei Trucks 4x4s in USA? They'd sell like hotcakes. I'm slowly noticing more and more 25-yr classics Kei Trucks on road.

[@jeffdude6088]

I see one now and then on large construction sites.

[@reeeec]

I dunno, most Americans love big things. Underbone motorcycles are very rare in the US

[@jadeflagon9681]

@@reeeec smaller vehicle at a lower price have been becoming more and more popular with new base model f150s coding 45k+ the market for used vehicle is getting higher and higher

[@brettbanta2100]

It's true, because not everyone can pay 30K for a base model pickup

[@William-Morey-Baker]

@@brettbanta2100 try 45-50k for the base model

[@SQLRYAN]

Look at you Mike, can't contain your excitement. You were all smiles towing that little Suzuki home. Can't wait to see it sitting next to mini-Pinzgauer. BTW, that "10" sticker on windshield is vehicle inspection sticker. It's due in October.

[@3cav888]

Speaking as an american who has lived in SE Asia for the past 6 years, it is amazing how funny Americans see the vehicles most of the world drive as "funny" and "unusual". We are the ones who drive huge trucks and SUVs. The rest of the world drive vehicles very similar to this Suzuki. These trucks are everywhere in the Philippines and Thailand. They are as common to see as the f-150 that u would see in any small mid western town

[@J_Trask]

I wish they were more common in the US so I could get one at a decent price. That’s why I don’t want to get a truck in the US, they are huge and in turn aren’t going to be good on fuel.

[@CafeRacersBlvd]

Also in the Philippines, these Suzuki vehicles are imported from Japan and they are already used. Mechanics convert these trucks/vans to left hand drive by cutting the dashboard and stuff. I had a Suzuki DA63T (Truck) and had it traded for a minivan DA64W (Wagon). Both 660cc.

[@Mikefestiva]

I want to thank everyone for checking out my new video 👍 Update on my Carry, after getting more miles on my truck I’m confident the head gasket is fine! I have done the water pump and timing belt and started replacing all the cooling lines, I will cover this in the next video 👍

[@doylerabjohn3435]

Definitely would like to see the next video.

[@Jimmy_in_Mexico]

This is only interesting if you switch it to left hand drive. Can't wait for the build. Make it articulated and bigger tires.

[@pressureline5320]

Hi Mike! It would probably be a good idea to do some research on that tachometer. Most 'parts store' tachs are only set up for 4, 6 or 8 cylinder engines (2, 3 or 4 ignition pulses per revolution) so what may seem to be a "very high idle" at 1500rpm indicated, would actually only be 750rpm (if it is set to 6 cylinder)

[@myconight]

You kept saying Carry, and I've heard them be called a Kei.. I was confused and thought you were saying Keri, like you thought the Japanese said it that way. There is no "R" or "L" in the name, but then I seen your comment spelling "Carry" and it made sense. Is it a Kei Carry, or the name in Japanese means Carry?

[@Mikefestiva]

@@myconight The name Kei is a class of car, truck and vans sold in Japan and are (ultra compact) basically all Kei vehicles sold need to be 660cc or less and an overall set length to be sold as a Kei vehicle, there’s a range of rules and benefits that come with owning a Kei vehicle in Japan. The “Carry” is Suzuki’s truck version, Just like the F150 is Fords 1/2 ton, the Every is Suzuki’s Van version just like the Acty is Honda’s Kei truck. I hope this clarifies the terms used with theses trucks 👍

[@waltere.mellin3537]

It's a beauty. I've been looking for a Suzuki Carry for alot of years now, but everyone I've found has been trashed. Or out of my price range. Enjoy your sweet truck

[@Mikefestiva]

Thanks Walter 🙂

[@49walker44]

Looks like a great vehicle to get your son wheeling around in. Maybe a little early, they were pretty good buy 11-12 and at 12 took me on an emergency run to the hospital. Both have their own kids now, great fun bonding over projects at the time. Your videos bring back great memories especially with the odd ball projects, thanks for your work.

[@Mikefestiva]

Appreciate that thanks 👍

[@GonneauTeam]

Your attention to detail is incredible. Even beyond your fabrication skills. I was very impressed how you tied down the Suzuki, and bundled up the excess webbing. Kudos

[@Mikefestiva]

Thanks Geoffrey 👍 I really appreciate it!

[@BarnStangz]

Dude, LOVE the new Carry! I have a 95 and it's SO handy, I use it all the time on my farm! I too had been searching for a kei truck for YEARS and all the ones that I've seen were just beat up from the feet up. I feel like MOST of the trucks that get imported to USA are in okay shape for the most part, but then people get them and then trash them. I got REALLY lucky and found a super mint one (it's on my channel) with pretty low miles and it runs solid. Having said that, these are good trucks that once baselined, they'll last a long time and are durable. Looking forward to more videos of this baby, glad your having fun Mike!

[@redtobertshateshandles]

I've owned Suzuki 4X4 's for 40 years. Love 'em.

[@ポォロロ]

Small yet powerful, the appeal of a kei truck is that it can be used in many different ways!

[@Mikefestiva]

Definitely 😊👍 great little work trucks!

[@ポォロロ]

@Mikefestiva In Japan, besides light trucks, Decoration trucks and vanning cars are also popular.

[@davidconn3222]

Hi Mike ,this is Dave from Bowen Island ,Canada,excellent video . I have a 1997 Daihatsu Hijet and love it, perfect for this little island. I will be shocked if you ever sell your truck or get tired of it. You have a new subscriber, thanks for the fix-it tips.

[@captainmajor-8]

Nice work 👍 this is the kind of mechanic I would like to have working on my stuff 😊 smart, honest, knows his way around a vehicle 👍 two thumbs up😊

[@08Barclay]

That’s cool, Mike. I had one a few years ago, and enjoyed it a lot. I built a snow plow for it and it worked great for that. Great fun, till one of my friends made me an offer I couldn’t refuse, on it. I’d certainly have another one someday. Too any other projects for now though. Have fun!

[@oby-1607]

I just bought one of these. Suzuki Carry with 4x4 and factory front and rear lockers. It also has converted left steering and pedals and the extended cab. A real buy at $3,000. It needs a water pump and probably a timing belt kit. It runs awesome but starts to heat after 10 minutes of running. Also has a winch and off road front bumper. Tires need upgrading. Its amazing how much room is inside for the size of the cab. You were my inspiration of getting this and will be following your experiences with this.

[@Mikefestiva]

That’s a pretty good deal man 👍 I would look into replacing the thermostat first before doing the water pump. That’s good you have a rear Diff lock, the front is just ( Axle lock ) that is different then a diff lock, Axle lock is just to engage the front drive line to the diff when you shift it into 4wd. Have fun with your new truck 😊

[@oby-1607]

@@Mikefestiva I kinda wondered as I couldn't see a coolant leak from the water pump but they can be sneaky. Any info appreciated. Thanks.

[@takutakutakkunn5498]

Hello！ I am Japanese. I'm glad Americans are realizing how great k-cars and k-trucks are.

[@Mikefestiva]

These Kei trucks are fantastic! Unfortunately we can only import 25 year old or older vehicles from Japan. My brother owns a Honda Acty attack, definitely great trucks 😊👍

[@spectralvoodoo5233]

@@Mikefestiva there are age limits of imported vehicles? Thanks uncle sam

[@maverickkartracing]

love these little trucks, they are going up in price all over the country because people are realizing the use and practicality compared to a mule or SxS.

[@rickcoelho9194]

This is my first time watching this channel and listening to the way you speak is like I’m hanging out with a good buddy just having a beer and talking about this wonderful purchase you’ve made!!! That thing is in great condition. Keep up the good work, liked the episode

[@Mikefestiva]

Thanks Rick 👍 this is an awesome comment! I’m going to pin it at the top 🙂

[@rickcoelho9194]

No worries Mike. Just giving credit where due. I want one of these machines !!

[@flojotube]

It so strange that this comment is PINNED - I was about to comment and say the same stuff… ALL the same… New to the channel, love the vibe, love the dude, love RUTHIE even more tho!! Does she have any sisters???????

[@lazaropolanco8486]

I agree with Rick brother, keep up the good work. Definitely you know what you are doing, God bless brother.

[@kylereese4822]

@@Mikefestiva A thought.... Toyota Prius transmission turned sideways both motors locked internally input shaft locked, use a controller as a ecu/gearbox aka run on small motor for town use - use large motor for highway both motors for passing/hills extra torque etc, it should fit under the Suzuki, if you can build a battery pack using electric bike batteries(another channel is doing it in a VW Bus).... just a thought....

[@janschezant4747]

Mine has been 3yrs old now but it does'nt fails to amuse me still. I did put a 150kg, sandbag balancer (sand inside the tire interior tube) at the rare side and it can take me whereever I wanna go.

[@mpwieland]

i have the same car (Suzuku Multicab) on our beach resort in the Philippiines, since many years. having also hydraulik dumper. Runs ok with small problems about the carb, but Filipinos are master in repair.

[@greathornedowl3644]

Thank you, Love the channel, like 2Vintage, always a learning moment. Intrigued by KEI trucks/cars/vans, find them fascinating. How we worked our way up from 1200cc Bug to 472ci Cadillac is beyond comprehension.

[@specky2926]

we have a newer model, just like yours but it's a kei van. im not a pro but there is an adjustment for idle. my father used a flatscrew to adjust the engine idle. Im not sure but it fixes the problem. i know this because im helping my father fix ours. The engine sound is so familiar and it is running really high. Lol im 16, im just in to this stuff. Love your videos. Edit: nice, you fixed the idling problem!

[@JacobE-23]

I've been looking to get one of these for years and now I'm definitely getting one. Love these little trucks!

[@okatashiyoniku]

I am Japanese. I will tell you about the yellow display on the windshield. In Japan, there is a vehicle inspection system, and you have to pay inspection and maintenance and tax every two years. The deadline is October 2002 (October Heisei14year).It can be said that it is the most important notation for Japanese cars. The English translation of the kanji notation written below is "Light Motor Vehicle Inspection Organization". I want people to know kei cars in the world.

[@Mikefestiva]

Thanks for taking the time to explain this 😊👍

[@waynekarnold]

I have a 2000 suzuki transformer van DA64v And we love it top speed a boat 55 but where i live the speed limit is 65 km an hour in the philippines fuel injected automatic air conditioning i think they're the cutest little things looking forward to watch your videos thank you so much for sharing🇨🇦🇵🇭

[@Mikefestiva]

Thanks for checking out my new video 👍 I will have many videos about this little truck coming up soon. The little Suzuki vans are really cool, I was just looking at a Honda street 4wd van the other day, supersizing amount of room in them!

[@Judas114]

Fyi: Japanese screws that look like Phillip's heads will strip with a Phillip's head screwdriver. The Japanese have their own screw driver that's actually better designed and work better for those screws. They're called a JIS screwdriver

[@hudzgh]

Wow! Man, you continue to amaze me. I highly admire anyone capable of the level of diagnostics that you are. I Just enjoy watching someone of your ability, albeit not justly rewarded for the level of talent necessary. From Nova Scotia!

[@Mikefestiva]

Thanks Greg I really appreciate it man 😊👍

[@oilstovesandmore]

I wish i had this truck when i worked on the peatfields. Landrovers and Patrols were way to heavy to drive over peat. So i had to walk 2 miles every morning to my machine and two miles evey evening to get to my car. This vehicle would have been ideal!! Really nice and light !

[@Mikefestiva]

Interesting job you had there, Did you run an excavator out on the peat fields? Yes this machine is really light, it’s been a fun little truck and it’s quite capable off road 👍

[@oilstovesandmore]

@@Mikefestiva yes, i was operator on a dragline there 6 seasons always from september till februari. When i was lucky in the morning i could drive along with a liltle smaltrack train but mosly i had to walk. This Suzuki pickup would have been great to transport oi drums and wire ropes to the machine. I really liked working in these peat fields. In the middle of nowhere. Nice scenery.

[@RevengeAvenger]

If it were mine, I'd add an air tank and hook up some ARP diff locks, a police style spotlights, some step-ups for the side of the bed and recover the door and roof panels to a black denim fabric. She'll be ready for Deer season. I can't wait to see what you do.

[@edsyphan3425]

Here's the deal on the Phillips screws. They aren't actually Phillips, they are known as "JIS", Japanese standard. If you look real close, you'll notice a dot on the head of the screw. Do yourself a favor and pick up a Vessel Impacta screw driver on Amazon. I use mine on everything now. Great little buggy. There is a place in VA imports them as well as these really cool micro vans. Good luck.

[@williamlloyd3769]

We ran this class of truck at NRTF Totsuka, Japan. Perfect for servicing HF antenna farm. Also had x-USAF 4 wheel drive pickup (runway follow-me) truck that we got from US military excess property depot. AF always replaced vehicles after a fixed number of years and USN had vehicles that were driven into the ground. USAF castoff was prefect for our usage. We just got funny looks because it was in AF blue but had USN markings.

[@Liberty4Ever]

Great job sharing your actual experience getting your Carry. These little kei trucks are awesome, but of course, there are pros and cons to everything. I'm talking myself into a 4WD Acty or Hijet, hopefully with A/C. If I find the motivation, I'll repaint it all, inside and outside, with dark gray bed liner. That's a great look and practical for hiding scratches and dings from a rough life of fun.

[@Mikefestiva]

Thanks for checking out my channel 👍 I really enjoy owning a Kei truck, I have zero regrets buying it. My brother owns a Honda Acty attack model and it’s a great truck as well. The Honda has better weight distribution with the engine mid mounted, with the engine back further it allows for more storage space in the cab. 👍

[@Wood_Review]

This is my first video ever seeing of yours and I’m blown away. Like the other gentlemen said, it felt like I was talking to a friend. Excellent video!

[@epix1718]

Just bought one today (1995 Carry), the dealer is doing some prep on it but picking it up next weekend :)

[@Justin-xn8oi]

how is it going? did you get the truck yet? review?

[@jonmarshall1502]

Gotta watch this series again, good inspiration to get back to working on my own Carry .

[@jonatday]

You might find the screws are not made of butter, but it's that your not using the correct JIS (Japanese industry Standard) screwdriver which looks like a Phillips but is a different shape and profile. You find these on loads of Japanese vehicles and is shown by a dot next to the ( +.) Cross shape on the screwhead......it's really makes a difference using the right screwdriver, this is why Japanese bike master cyl covers never come off on the handlebars and always round off! Cool video. Thanks

[@johnnorman1793]

Nice guy who certainly knows his onions..!!. Those suzuki carry are a great little unit

[@sentencj4x4]

Looks like you have an Extreme Terrain bumper for Jeeps. I have one. Looks great and you did a great job. Thanks for putting this together.

[@nwhuckin7761]

Sweet mini truck. Looks like a fun little rig. perfect for those tight nw trails.

[@grahammctygue724]

Great job nice to see over here be blessed peace.

[@hagentritz]

I love these little trucks and I wish they sold them in the US.

[@Michael-ll5ru]

Fantastic video and trouble shooting. I have a 1996 and its been great, but I am getting ready to offload it for a model with the dump bed. Awesome little trucks at a fraction of the cost for these overpiced SxS's.

[@brunogregori8491]

Pretty cool version, it kinda looks like a mini Unimog. And a very cheap way to get into offroading with the added benefiit of the truck bed and fit into utv trails

[@georgecoffman377]

Before you pull the radiator drain it and dump in lime away and run to temp for an hour. Then flush the system and this will clean out the engine of all the rust and lime. Then install your new radiator and you will have a clean system. And old radiator repair guy taught me that little trick and has worked on many engines.

[@TheMetalButcher]

Wealthy lady working on a minitruck. Sounds like an interesting woman.

[@Mikefestiva]

Haha 👍🙂

[@Bluesjet1234]

He’s a lady wow🤣👌🏻

[@Chris-yy7qc]

That Lady has not been honest...

[@pookysdad4884]

@@Mikefestiva I dont think the lady was being dishonest. I think she just didn't know about the leak. If she had, she would have topped off the radiator before you showed up, to hide that fact.

[@Las_cacas]

Love the paint job and color scheme. Wife was telling me to paint my 94 ford ranger i said no, but now im rethinking it.

[@tomnwoo]

All the screws used on Japanese stuff were made from butter metal, until I realised I needed a JIS screwdriver. They look like Phillips but they are not.

[@DingDongDrift]

this

[@tomnwoo]

​@@DingDongDrift once you know you know, I find they handle more torque than Phillips.

[@gregholloway2656]

Thanks for posting this, I was about to say the same thing about JIS.

[@DougsMessyGarage]

I was also going to post about the JIS screws on Mikuni Carbs.

[@nd4spdbh]

This 1000% once you get a JIS driver for JIS screws, you will see how AWESOME they are.

[@123spleege]

I'll tell you why this is a great video.....It really illustrates how so many issues are centered around vacuum issues and carb adjustments. In the most basics, you have air and gas mixture. With EGR stuff, emissions add ons and vacuum hoses, things get to be a mess. Reminds me of my bugs and transporters that were late 60's - early 70's. To import them into California, VW had to add all this garbage like a NOX system, throttle postitioner and other garbage. My smoging ritual was this: time to smog- put the crap on, pass it, take it off. Interesting is my 69 bug passed emissions with flying colors with the emmisons garbage off. It would not pass the visual. Put it on and it barely passed. Great video Mike!!!!!!!!!!

[@Mikefestiva]

Thanks I really appreciate it 🙂 I plan on simplifying the entire vacuum line system even more, I also have a manual choke I want to install, I don’t mind manual chokes like on a motorcycle. Take care 🙂

[@clauschiemgauer9609]

This car is the perfect new Steyr-Puch Haflinger from the 60´s from Austria. With the best regards from Bavaria

[@toddabbott781]

These little Kei Trucks are like a dream vehicle for me. I would want a tipping bed personally, but it is not a must. I do not drive a lot as I work at home, but something that could haul some yard waste and do some light off roading would be perfect for me. Too bad I work at home and it pays crap. I can not even afford a car... or really justify one as I was driving so little. I have an old 5.1 speaker set I picked up 20+ years ago and that muffler makes the subwoofer rattle my windows.

[@valdirbar]

This mini truck could be a sales success in southern Brazil. The terrain is very rugged in small farming communities.

[@18droc]

Mine seems to crap out when I'm going uphill, but it seems to have a lot of the same symptoms as you had, so I'll have to check out some of the things that you're dealing with or dealt with. Excellent video thanks for making it.

[@raphaellasne3609]

A small truck like this one is able to go where heavier ones would get stucked. Very fuel efficient and economical too. Basically a motorcycle on four wheels. btw, your son has such a loud heavy voice! Could make a carrer into heavy metal stuff.

[@Mikefestiva]

Thanks for checking out my channel! Haha yes my son definitely loves to talk and sing 🎤 😂

[@doylerabjohn3435]

I have been looking at getting one for the farm for a couple of years. Don't know much about them. Learned a few things. Thanks

[@deucehenderson3756]

Pretty sick little truck! I'm looking for one now.

[@darkminstrel2041]

I'm building up a hobby farm and have been looking at small trucks. I see a few of these around my area and like the utility and size. I don't need an F350 on less than 20 acres, just 4x4 for the mud and a bed to haul larger items. Devoured a tonne of videos on these, but yours was the most real-world, considering we're pretty much in the same area.

[@Mikefestiva]

Right on 👍 Thanks for checking out my videos! These trucks are awesome, you will have a smile on your face every time you are driving it 😊 The truck bed is surprisingly big for the small size of the truck, it’s 6 feel long, I parked next to a Toyota Tacoma recently and my truck bed was the same length as the Tacoma. Plus all 3 sides fold down or you can completely remove them for a flat bed. They also have a 800LBs load capacity but I’m sure you could easily hold 1/2 ton. They also steer extremely tight so turning around is really easy 👍 If you are in the Washington area, you should check out my brothers video of buying his Honda Kei truck. I would recommend you check out the place he bought his, probably the most affordable importer in the Northwest. kzbin.info/www/bejne/kJrIfKWObK5sn5o

[@haseebkhurramkhalil]

Suzuki Carry is the workhorse and the most used means of transportation for goods in Pakistan for Small business owners and farmers. I have seem these vehicles work like magic in all terrains..

[@mysingingmonsterspmg]

We call them multicabs in the Philippines, I paid 65000 pesos that's like 1300 us dollars, it was 2 wheel drive it was pretty beat up but we used it the better time of building our place and sold it for same price, the one you have there is really sweet even having to add the additional work that your gonna do it's gonna make it worth it, I'd say you are not gonna lose. Nice rig.. it's very clean.. good luck and God bless

[@etownump]

I live out in Japan and these little kei trucks are as common as bicycles out here. Every farmer out here has one. Bummer they aren't something you can pick up at a dealership in the US. A brand new one in Japan is under 9k. Super cheap. It's always cool seeing a full sized dirt bike strapped in the back of one of those. Takes up the whole bed. These trucks are the preferred ride if you've got a dirt bike that's not street legal.

[@Mikefestiva]

That’s awesome! Yes they are really useful trucks, I use mine all the time for hauling stuff and running errands. 👍

[@ajediknight]

I lived in Japan for 2 years, and one of these was my car. I miss that little beast.

[@mkuhlman77]

I'm seeing a Pinzgauer vs Carry video coming in the future.

[@natefessler3961]

I bet the Pinz is longer! Lol

[@nickaschenbecker9882]

Offroad drag race!

[@clooperman3745]

@@natefessler3961 This Suzuki looks very similar in size to a Haflinger.

[@natefessler3961]

@@clooperman3745 Haflinger body swap, anyone?

[@joewaun894]

I've wanted one of these for a long time. And I think the PERFECT engine for these would be a Honda goldwing engine the 4cyls go from 1000 to 1200cc and the 6cyl are 1500 and 1800cc would be a massive bump in power. The 1800 and on even has reverse! 6 forward gears and all of them are shaft drive. I think they are perfect for these

[@alsouthern7190]

Love the Suzuki carry, lucky man!

[@jeromereyes584]

That thing looks so awesome! Hell of a project hauler/ mini off-roadie!

[@Lucas12v]

Jis screwdriver will solve most of your issues with those carb screws. They look like Philips but they're a little different. A manual impact that you hit with a hammer can also be a lifesaver.

[@troydeck3017]

i can't believe who many people have no clue what JIS is

[@stevek1018]

Nice! I remember the first time I seen vehicles very similar to yours. I was just 16 and living in Okinawa, Japan. I didn't even know they existed. There was several different types and makes. It was 1972 73 and we had a VW bus and you can imagine how driving one of those on those very small streets that they had. Often we had to backup to let oncoming traffic by. I had hoped that I could have one for my first vehicle. As it was it was 1977 before I had my first car. It was a good thing I did not have one of those because I rear-ended a 1974 Chevy. I totaled out my car and two teeth from trying to eat my steering wheel. Whatever you do stay away from head-on collisions.. Even airbags and seat belts could not save you in any Collision like that.

[@tatianaes3354]

*I LIKE* how the guy lives in the woods.

[@jackhappney9190]

I love my mini truck.. I added a aftermarket jeep bumper...for the back also... the built in tow point made my truck more useful... now that I can tow ...and added bumper protection on the back.. plus added rear weight helps too

[@MLFranklin]

That's a very good looking truck!

[@Mikefestiva]

Thanks 😊

[@alienxyt]

Got picked off by a widow on her late husband's 1994 Dodge D150. She told me the AC needed to be recharged. Got home and found out it didn't have AC. Didn't matter, it was a great love affair. Beautiful truck you have there. Enjoy it!!

[@ochadeshita]

That window sticker is the shaken certificate sticker. The 10 means October is the month the shaken test needs to be done, every other year. The 14 in the top right corner means heisei year 14, which is 2002 on the western calendar. So that was the last time this truck passed the shaken in japan. The shaken test is kinda like the CA smog test, but way more of a pain in the ass. They check not just emissions, but the whole car; anything from brake pad thickness, to even the headlights being aligned properly. 12 years is a pretty good run for a car here in Japan. Most cars usually don't make it past the 5 year mark.

[@paultaylor7691]

As you describe the 'Shaken test', it sounds very similar the the UK MoT (Ministry of Transport) which is undertaken annually and is really concerned with safety & emissions. Coming to America, I'm staggered about the differences between the MoT and Inspection here ... Chalk & Cheese!

[@philgriswold2133]

That little thing is sweet and seems like a much better deal than a side by side.

[@MadMadCommando]

Those screws you were having trouble with might be Japan Industrial Standard (JIS). They’re slightly different from Phillips head, and are identifiable by a small dimple in one of the four corners of the cross. Using a JIS screwdriver might help.

[@tommyhornsby1897]

The channel gets better and better. I always enjoy watching your videos.

[@Mikefestiva]

Thanks Tommy! 🙂

[@mick5740]

Im curious about the fans delete and e fan add. Iv got a 89 trooper where that was done and a manuel switch installed to run the fan. Wondering if that is the best that could be done or if a automatically trigger switch would be better. Getting a parts list going for it too

[@21void5]

man. You're a very handy man. Love the tutorial on how you solve the issue.

[@Mikefestiva]

Thanks 😊

[@peterlarson4834]

You might already know this but all the Phillips looking screws on the carb and also probably on the truck too are jis not Phillips. Get a good set of jis screwdriver and you wont have as many issues with stripped screws. Cheers!

[@jorgemontes4231]

Humble guy (he really knows about hard thing fixes), nice video.

[@zarb88]

lacks power, no power steering no power brakes no power windows. cute little rig, im jealous

[@kahoh7626]

Kei Mini Truck was produced by Suzuki, Daihatsu, Subaru, Honda, Mitsubishi and Mazda. Each was a unique vehicle, but currently only Suzuki and Daihatsu produce it. Thank you for enjoying Kei Truck, the pride of Japan.

[@Funica11]

13:59 It's not a parking sticker, It's a Kei inspection sticker showing it's valid until Oct. Japanese year Heisei 14 (2002 in Western)

[@dk.650]

Love our Suzuki Jimny. Very popular in our country. Cute little workhorse that is. Greetings from sunny South Africa.

[@andrewthomas6849]

You need a set of JIS screwdrivers. Japanese industrial standard. You will be less likely to strip carb screws.

[@petetheprettygooddog]

Mike, I watched all of the articulated vehicle videos last night. I like your attention to details. Your videos are just the right length and are packed with content. I think twice about watching an hour long video, and don’t like watching someone attack bar stock with a hacksaw in real time, so your editing is very good. I like all the stuff you have done. In summary you are doing excellent work on all of it.

[@Mikefestiva]

Thanks for checking out my videos! I really appreciate it 🙂👍 I try to make my videos interesting on projects that are equally interesting. Thanks for subscribing and supporting my channel!

[@kevinAuman1]

Mann, what a sweet little buggy! Heck I think ya did alright for 7k I mean that's about the going rate for a 600cc 4x4 quad and youve got a heated cab and truck bed in this baby! Plus you're able to drive her on the road legally 👍

[@Mikefestiva]

This little truck has been a lot of fun, I have driven it about 500 miles since I made this video, it’s been great, the heated cab is awesome as the weather gets colder and wet this Fall. Thanks for checking out my video and commenting 👍 I have a few more videos on this truck if you check out my YT channel.

[@65cj55]

Handy little truck, my Father-inlaw had the same one with a tipper back.

[@ericray9067]

The Suzuki trucks and vans are very popular here in the Philippines.

[@riskiwiatanto]

In indonesia too

[@itryen7632]

The best part of these videos will always be those comments left by confused Japanese viewers who are taken by surprise at how much Americans love kei trucks, despite the differences in road width, urban structure, and people's average height.

[@Mad-Duk_Machine_Werkes]

Hesitation at 1/4 throttle wont be the Needle setting- On a CV carb, it's wanting a slightly fatter pilot jet due to the less restrictive exhaust and air filter- ALSO- Buy some J.I.S. screw drivers, none of your fasteners are PHILLIPS - JDM stuff and some Japanese import stuff have Japanese Industrial Standard fasteners-

[@brandons42472]

The J.I.S screwdrivers have really helped me out working on the Honda’s

[@kmcwhq]

@@brandons42472 Now I know why none of my Philips were working on the Honda pressure washer engine! Never knew this, thanks.

[@nocontent4797]

Came here to say this about the J.I.S screws and screwdrivers. To identify a J.I.S. screw, there will be a dot punched into the head of the screw between the legs of the cross (X) where the screwdriver fits. Look at the head of a screw, see a dot (that looks like someone made with a center punch) centered between two legs of the slot, get a J.I.S. screwdriver.

[@funone8716]

@@nocontent4797 Ah ha! And that explains the weird dot. Thanks.

[@chuckgilly]

JIS (Jesus!!! It's Stripped)

[@mangkus1638]

That's a pretty kei truck plus the view of nature is amazing❤️

[@Mikefestiva]

Thanks 😊