I Bought the CHEAPEST Japanese Kei Truck on Facebook!

I bought a Kei Truck! Specifically a 1992 Mitsubishi Mighty Mits, powered by a ~600cc 3 cylinder engine making about 30 horsepower. We're going to build it into a go kart hauler and general shop truck for the CarsandCameras Motorplex! The question is- should we build it low and fast with a street bike engine, or lift it and make it a recovery vehicle?
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[@memorris2]

Swap to 3 cyl diesel, upgrade the suspension enough, use a winch with an arm to make a mini crane, and use it as your tow truck.

[@a-a-rondavis9438]

Exactly what I thought. A 3 cyl diesel would do well on it.

[@naxxx44]

Turn this thing into a cart recovery vehicle

[@memorris2]

Its the perfect size for carts and mini bikes! Tractor supply has winches from 100 bucks for atvs.......

[@brettknighten1171]

Nah motor out a 2 stroke 1000 snowmachines. Easy to get 120hp

[@rreeves0710]

This exactly.

[@shynsly01]

I wish I was as excited about ANYTHING as Charles is about breathing. I love you guys, and I normally hate change, but he makes an awesome addition to the channel! Get well soon, Ike.

[@CrookCountySoftwear]

The chemistry is there. Just like when john and ike met. or was it ike and john meeting? :)

[@PKMartin]

Charles' energy is a 100% perfect fit for this channel.

[@guiwilliams2490]

Hey buddy, my name is Bobby and I was wondering what happened to Ike for you to wish him well?

[@guiwilliams2490]

Yeah this goes out the sloppy seconds

[@TyranisCustoms]

We 💚 Charles

[@Xalder60]

You guys need to turn it into an AWD mobile workshop! With like a generator, tools foldable roof, some sort of planks to put on the ground if you need to fix something in a muddy place. Basically, making it EPIC!

[@garageofscrap]

That would be better equipped than their workshop. I like that idea

[@DeanofMachines]

That's actually pretty smart. Take it to 4x4 parks and fix stuff on the cheap.

[@vahtrapuu]

And make a pull out platform

[@nevstarunone7202]

& maybe a hoist of some sort to work under the buggy & karts etc ..

[@chevyguy5525]

Needs a “company wrap” with logos and such to make it stand out!

[@JTHuntsman]

Charles is the addition to this channel that we never knew we needed! Keep him around!

[@auggie803]

-OK He's FIRED !

[@lionelzamora4536]

Charles you're the man for the job buddy love the company truck very cool you could probably carry your CT 70s good going Goodfellas

[@isaiahgrandt5305]

@@auggie803 really?

[@roubenbird]

Charles got a good laugh out of me calling it Ike's mobility scooter.

[@dancearoundtheworld5360]

I womder if a john deere gator 6x6 is longer

[@donseymour5560]

I liked "It E" for the End of the ride. haha..

[@Eli-tg5xz]

Hello Cars and Cameras I just wanted to say that I am 12 yrs old and I love your videos and I love working on pit bikes I have a lot of project bikes and other stuff that I work on and you have taught me alot about small engines thank you for everything you do.

[@CarsandCameras]

Awesome to hear, be safe and have fun

[@Eli-tg5xz]

@@CarsandCameras thank you

[@MrJdsenior]

@@CarsandCameras Yes, see the 'awful' influence you are having. :-)

[@Doc_89]

Make it a tool hauler/tower for when stuff breaks down mid trail.

[@dancearoundtheworld5360]

Yeah mud tires and mounted ramp on the back Maybe ducati swap

[@GreenColorBombs]

Needs some cheap dana 30/dana 35 axles swapped in from a jeep and a 4bt cummins

[@bohabdestructo7489]

It would look awesome if you put a tow truck style boom in the back. But it has been done before.

[@wyattteare1345]

Definitely be sweet tool/tow truck with awelder and air compressor.

[@sexiestjw]

Take the motor of the dukarty,that thing would get it

[@thomasnewton9818]

I've been watching lots of your videos. It's brought back memories of a mini bike and a go kart that I cobbled together in summer school shop classes. I'm 62 and those shop classes were so long ago. You have me thinking about getting a welder and plasma cutter and a tubing bender and giving it another go round. This time money won't be as much of a problem as it was when I was in high school. Thanks for the inspiration.

[@johnhenke6475]

12:20. Go to any bearing supply store and match it up. That's what I always do when I have odd ball machines to fix.

[@Relaxiknowarchie]

Charles' frantic energy is the best addition to the channel since the move to the new shop. Dude cracks me up.

[@MrTheHillfolk]

I feel like he's Tickles cousin from moonshiners.

[@austinverdin3338]

i love how ike said he can sit in it but he cant drive it then he imeaditly goes on the grand prix

[@theupscriber65]

What is imeaditly? I tried Google searching the definition but can't find it. Thanks.

[@danielauen7790]

@@theupscriber65 Combination of immediately and Mead

[@Buck1954]

@@danielauen7790 Eksilint anzer

[@CrookCountySoftwear]

@@theupscriber65 His spelling... It'll be fine.

[@user-qj9wf4wx1cel20]

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[@CarsandCameras]

Had a little too much fun on this one!

[@pgp2880]

It all starts with the go-karts then the mini bikes and the next thing I know when I come back on the page a small truck 😂 love it

[@Ratkill9000]

Not possible

[@pgp2880]

@@Ratkill9000 😐 anything is possible

[@Br0adster4]

Hayabusa swap!

[@user-he6nj1zv9f]

@@Br0adster4 that was what John sad, think he was kidding, but I want to see that too.

[@joegilly1523]

Charles must have had 20 cups of coffee . Full of enthusiasm.

[@StaticM223]

Hes high on life, i wish people were like him. You don't need coffee to be a happy person.

[@astravanmk2]

I can’t wait to see this develop. Recovery / mobile workshop would be cool. Get well soon Ike :)

[@hopingforthebest1.9]

I love how it has less displacement than a 670 predator

[@garageofscrap]

My rotivator has more displacement, it’s only an inline 2 though

[@shlushe1050]

My 420cc duromax has more displacement that 2 cylinders of that thing 😂

[@testbenchdude]

Charles' "How's it goin' man" had me in stitches

[@G-FORCEEE]

Like a cartoon 😂

[@MooJr]

I live in Japan right now and see these things EVERYWHERE. Funny to see you guys having fun with one

[@ryanwatts2880]

I was in Okinawa remember seeing those things

[@yoshimetsu8069]

I have one of these it's a u42t Do you know what clutch alignment tool is need for the manual transmission with the 3g83 engine.

[@scootersonlyrepair6773]

Ship some the the usa

[@scootersonlyrepair6773]

I need honda spacy parts too

[@jdmcarandmotorcycle]

😻

[@ZedJ2xU]

Love the idea of a welding and fab rig. Maybe with one of those flatbed mounted cranes. Love to see you guys do quick field repairs in the mend-it cycle.

[@Shield.148]

My son bought a 94 Dihatsu Hijet. He had it lifted, receiver hitches, and got a snow plow for it! It works great! He also built a skid unit (water tank, pump and hose) and has fought 2 fires with it so far. (We are firefighters with our town's fire department).

[@christopherclawson4909]

I’m liking Charles on the channel more it’s amazing

[@CrookCountySoftwear]

Makes me think. What if charles was around in the beginning. Or did he jump in at the perfect time as john and ike getting older. Checked oil, rear end fluids, under the truck fixing the tran's mount. excited. hyped. perfect add on to this channel.

[@tjnucnuc]

I like this type of different content. Honestly you guys should do more stuff with other types of vehicles.

[@TrulyUnfortunate]

Dude!!!! Do a spring over on that trailer!! You dont even need parts to do it, just set the axle under the springs. Instant lift for nothing.

[@tedshelton3327]

Great show/channel. Mighty Mitsy should be repaired to road-legal condition, and driven in a manner which doesn't destroy it.

[@mauricelackey5324]

Not street legal in many states.

[@jackallen6261]

I'm in western Oklahoma and the local farmers LOVE these little trucks, it is SO funny to see a 70 year old with a straw cowboy hat and bib overalls cruising around my little town in these of course the ones around here are all right hand drive and most are Suzuki since you can order parts from your local motorcycle shop, lol. They have been street legal here for years.

[@cannondxile3180]

Hoonigan already made like a “street” version now it’s y’all’s turn to make a 4x4 off-road recovery version

[@ericmckinney1829]

Then they should have bought one that’s already 4x4 from factory. Like the Isuzu Cary. Also they go 55-60 mph. And are not stable at all.

[@robertobuenrostro2781]

John you should do a mighty car mods copy of a Kei truck. 👨‍🔧

[@thelawntractornut5448]

THAT 125 HP 2 STROKE WOLD BE AWESOME IN THIS!!!!

[@petersargeant1555]

A local car dealership had kei trucks as parts delivery vehicles, they were fitted with bullbars. The drivers would clamp off the rear brake line and brake heavily in order to try to get them to roll forwards and stand momentarily on the bullbar before falling back (hopefully) onto it's wheels.

[@Weakburger]

John lowkey looks like he is driving regular truck. The scale is perfect

[@hemeregildomarquez1174]

Make it a street legal workhorse so u can travel with it…Charles makes a great addition to the team👍🤙🏽

[@sawyerbennett8227]

" how's it goin man" that was hilarious 😂

[@JonLasaga]

Ike seems sad missing out on this stuff hope he gets better soon so he can whip the new truck.

[@chrisgreer212]

Im guessing its the pain pills hes on most likely

[@perpj0543]

Charles sounds like he listens to Vice Grip Garage. I heard a couple Derekisms in his moments of excitement. I live his enthusiasm and witty remarks 🤣

[@spagamoto]

Also AvE :) Not too high in the rippums.

[@kevincrouch2188]

Ive had mine since 2004. It s a 99 Mitsubishi MiniCab. I had to get a bonded title and have it DOT inspected for all saftey functions. It still runs like a top. 110000KMS.

[@budddove6480]

Window sounds like the national anthem on electric guitar.

[@Toontrain]

You've finally found a home for the 919 😄

[@danw1955]

OMG! That would be absolutely lethal!!💀 I love it! Unfortunately the 919 is chain drive. The BMW 1000 would be a better deal if it would fit between the frame rails.😁

[@DragonsFireMetalWorx]

Damn….that’s a decent burnout from that little motor

[@ariboni73]

"E for end" lmao thank you Charles for giving me a good laugh every time!

[@motofab1503]

This is the perfect company-vehicle for you guys! Fix it and slap a C&C Sticker in the doors and you got your Service-Truck 👌🏻 So nice!

[@sirtibb]

It would make a great trail recovery/ repair rig. " It'll be fine towing"

[@gh0stedone472]

Charles: “how’s it goin man” That killed me 😂😂😂

[@tomlanore4283]

That model is to slow for road legal. Just set it up as a recovery truck when a go kart or mini bike breaks down. Perfect little rig to run around your property doing small jobs.

[@robo08ify]

In some states, as long as it can do at least 35 mph it can legally be street driven, you just can’t drive it on the freeway.

[@user-vm6oz6wt5g]

I saw a video where someone put a camper on the back. They drive these small little cars on Catalina island. That’s where my passion for them started. Former smart car owner too lol.

[@shanco73]

These are officially imported in to the UK, badged, suzuki carry, or bedford rascal with i think a 970 cc in the UK. I was in the Royal Navy when i was younger, we used the pick up version in the Dockyards. Fun little thing, even the 970cc one has no go in first gear!

[@bobsbarnworkshop]

lower those rear shackles back down a couple holes for better stability!

[@pookysdad4884]

Ya know, a Geo Metro 3 banger is about the same length, it's 1 liter, and makes 54 hp. Might fit.

[@techhead976]

My dad had one back in the day lol

[@S0REN_]

Odd thing, but I've wanted one of those little things since forever. Getting pricey here, but they may still be okay where John and the lads are at.

[@pookysdad4884]

@@S0REN_ I had one a few years ago. The ones with automatics are really slow, and they DON'T have overdrive, so they only get about 35-39 mpg. The stick is the way to go, they get 50mpg and can cruise at 70mph.

[@Pedroisanickname]

The added Charles dynamic is a perfect fit in the over all mix of things. He has great energy. Good move for the channel. BTW, I made this comment before I saw @sloppy Seconds. Agreed 100%!

[@James-wo8fx]

I get a sense that Ike don't like having someone else on the show. Or just that he don't like being down and someone else getting to have the fun he has been having. But on Ikes page he is fine with his brother and friend coming to help. Something is different since Ike got injured maybe just the meds. Charles is an awesome addition to the show and John is still the same John great work guys! Love watching every episode. Hope Ike gets healed up soon.

[@ja_]

@CarsandCameras On my neighbor's almost identical kei truck the governor is controlled by the electric pickup on the speedometer drive unit on the transmission. Unplugging the electrical sensor while leaving the cable in place kept the speedometer operational but defeated the governor. GPS read 63mph and still accelerating before vibrations and instability (and a 40mph speed limit) required letting off.

[@TheGraytOutdoors]

Definitely a great “go get it” vehicle. A little wench/crane on the back. Paint it like the “Scooby-Doo” Mystery Machine! At least the front half!! Lol. Cool buy!!

[@benjamin5028]

A rotary engine would be perfect for that thing.

[@johnholtii8252]

I would like to see a mini wrecker build. Go cart, mini bike rescue vehicle!

[@BoredAmerican]

This might’ve one of the coolest things You’ve done yet.

[@henryhb72]

These trucks make great onsite mobile tool trucks. Greensboro, NC uses a small fleet of these style trucks for their work at TZO WWTP. Some have vinyl bed covers, most have multi drawer tool boxes, a couple even have welders, torches, chemical pumps, etc. They are way more efficient driving around site up close to the various equipment that needs work, than a full size street truck. Putting a small diesel driveline out of a Kabota RTV, or tractor, with a winch out front, and a rig up a mini tow rig hook out back, would make this a beast. Adding some old school Toyota SR5 leaf spring suspension, hubs and 31" tires, could make this a 1/2 ton rig for non stop track use fun.

[@cattledog5464]

I am glad to have seen this video. The undercarriage shots showing just how small the driveline components actually are, and how slow they are. I would think building an S-10 or Ranger or any old Toyota or Nissan pickup from the same year, would result in a much better truck for less money when it's fully roadworthy, which , these are far short of roadworthy and on any highways, you are a slow moving vehicle like a tractor with a line of cars behind. Thanks again. I can cross these things off my list now for sure.

[@mrmonguerwtf2976]

Drive shaft is still in the chat, that cracked me a bit

[@drutang]

mighty car mods did a few vids on theirs!! turbo it!!!!👍🏼👍🏼🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@skasev]

No shade on the intern, better behind the camera, Charles on the other hand… winner. Good on ya blokes

[@lar88in]

More power, make it road legal, winch behind the cab with an A-frame up off the back end, there's your recovery tow hookup!! Whatever ye do it will be mental, wish I was there cos it's gonna be a fun build!!!

[@thatdumpsterfirelife7530]

I remember having a set of three of these trucks working campus security at a community college back in 1994-1996. They were White, 4wd, stick shift, and had the Might Mits badges. They had an "all terrain" version of a golf cart tire, not an ATV tire like you have. Top speed was about 30-ish. Tough little buggers.

[@rvabosozoku9019]

As a slammed kei truck owner, I recommend lowering it and doing a sport bike engine

[@erikalbertson7483]

A buddy of mine got a hold of a few right hand drive versions. Some had dump beds. Manual shifts on the left side. Super fun to drive ! Looking forward to this project !

[@disloyalpick]

charles' window made japanese music as he rolled it down. the mighty kei truck is happy that you guys are taking it

[@danielweppler8016]

You need to make it look like an old NASCAR ramp truck/ race car hauler. Add some truck boxes for tools and a generator for rescues and it will look like a mini race car hauler back in the day.

[@bobdailey5910]

4 wheel drive recovery would be great with the generator and a welder in the back may be an ice Box for cold snacks. And don't forget a wench on the front.

[@garyronan5568]

I do like the idea of the wench but let her sit in the cab!!

[@handyhippie6548]

this is the first left hand drive kei truck i've ever seen. i've got a mitsubishi mighty max truck. it's basically a dodge d50. these kei trucks are pretty good at what they were designed for. in japan they are the standard pick up truck. they're more useful and cheaper than a side by side. some of them have dump beds, are 4x4 and have ac. most parts are available online, and they are fairly simple. i'd say you got a hell of a deal with a twofer 2k.

[@jeffb-qf6xu]

Shop truck generator, tool box, winch, auxiliary lighting, to light work area, welder, leave enough room for one or two mini bikes in the back and wrap it.

[@shelbykingnfs7216]

Kei vehicles just make me happy. I'm not sure why but they are just cute and surprisingly capable for their size and engine capacity

[@mattpeacock5208]

We had those POS light trucks in the Marines in Beaufort S.C., we used em to run airplane parts up and down the flightline to and from supply. You can trick the governor if you reach top speed, then put it in first and do NOT let off the clutch all the way, just a bit to make the computer think you're in first. Then you get another 20 mph. Don't go past that, you'll blow the engine.

[@yoshinoyajones8924]

We used those kei trucks/vans in the Navy when i was stationed in Japan. They are AWESOME!!! As for the ideas. think pontoons!! it has been done but it wasnt video taped. clue as to when it was achieved.

[@_Naaraaja]

Make it a bosco beach/off road/trail utility vehicle. Toolbox, genny, welder, parts section, couple jerry cans aswel. Its perfect for that.

[@oscarscomputersandgames4712]

I’d say bull bar and winch on the front, big spot lights/bar on top, and some nice alloy ramps mounted either side so you can just drop the sides and back and load up your rides, cool hunting truck then too, maybe jack it up and off road tyres 🔥

[@hoondaily8824]

Hi guy as a fellow mini truck fan I was drawn to your video. Can wait to see what you do with it! I've built two of these myself both with engine swaps. Since coming across your mini truck video I've gone back through your back catalogue of videos and I've really enjoyed what you have been up to and how both of you gel together and your it'll be fine attitude is right in line with me and my build style. Keep up the good work guys looking forward to the mini truck build 👍🏼

[@AndrewHCann]

Excellent video Guys :) also get ready for road for sure and get tune up too so be quicker truck in speed to ! Check clutch to also fix that transmission mount and be all set plus bigger motor plus tires too!

[@alanmorris8783]

My friend had the van version of this and on the odd Friday he would ship 8 of us to the pub in it. Getting there was a hoot but getting back after 8 pints could be a bit touch and go!

[@gurtsmunta1]

Im 6ft 2” and have been driving a daihatsu hi jet 1.3lt a lot like this one for over 25years here in the Uk ,I load it with tools and tow a half ton trailer with large round bales on ,they are incredibly tough little trucks .

[@wesleyd.A10]

1.) Make it road legal! 2.) Give it a good once over. 3.) Then decide what to do from there. This was an Awesome Purchase for Cars and Cameras! I Can't Wait To See What You Guys Do With The Mitsubishi Mighty.

[@kasinko]

Best thing to do with a mini truck? Collab with Motocheez! He's been my go-to mini truck content creator for years now. Although that might be difficult since he is always behind the camera.... Aside from that, seeing an old mini truck cared for and adopted as a regular rig is really wholesome and enjoyable. They just make you SMILE, and not much crazy needs to happen for it to be a good time.

[@rcpmac]

New to your channel. I’m a BMW motorcycle fan and was thinking that the 90s era 750cc 3 cyl “brick” might be an ideal candidate. Then I looked at your video list and saw you already have experience with the 1000cc motor in that awesome cart.

[@theturianguy4542]

my stepdad has one that he uses to go hunting. i love that little isuzu sambar, the ac and heat work great.

[@crackerjack4833]

I want to see as many lights on that truck as you can fit. Head lights. Fog lights. Running lights. Roof mounted spot lights. Oh. And a train horn too. 😁

[@themarinerkommer4371]

try to put another diff on the front and see if you find a transfer case, then put a roll cage on it and maybe swap the engine out for a larger bore something like a 1.5l 4 cyl.

[@TeamShrimpGaming]

We got on of these things at the golf course i work at. The only differences is there is no lift and the cab was chopped off. These things are quick for what they are.

[@jimbaldwin2155]

Cool mitsy! Love the digger coming back to the shop. You guys should do a retro car hauler recovery vehicle, like the old hot rodder cab over semis. Then run the big vtwin in the dragster with a blower on alcohol. Patina cars and camera logo on doors of truck would be cool.

[@benhowe5506]

Awesome little truck boy's, it needs a brite yellow paint job with a big vinyl sticker saying "Tonka" across the tailgate. And LS mid mount engine or a Hyabussa swap. Love your work boy's take care from Big Benny, Australia.

[@kx250braap]

I remember when you guys had just over 2k subscribers to think the channel grew so large so fast is impressive quality content that's why a very unique channel that's for sure

[@ericwheat9540]

Dude, I love your show. I’ve been smiling the whole time. That’s an awesome truck

[@phildoethedildoe]

that badass little truck has the Suzuki K6-A 600cc engine! same one used in a Cushman B2-Turfster!!

[@benjaminswiggett8495]

It is USDM. widely used in the military, specifically for the air wing. So your truck came from the army or Marines, most likely somewhere here in NC

[@hornetscales8274]

Street legal, parts delivery, but enough off-road (with a winch) for a good recovery/equipment carrier duties. Versatility is what it is.

[@jackdaniels5205]

Street legal tow truck with a headache rack,and storage to run parts. Grand prix tow truck/parts truck. Maybe keep the powertrain setup,and just get parts to.fix it up/make a littlw extra power.

[@MoondyneJoe]

My mate had one of these here in Western Australia years ago, you had not choice but to smile every time you got into it. How about a haybusa swap? Evil 😁 Tony from Western Australia 🇦🇺

[@ArtorMachine]

Here in my place, this type is widely used to carry vegetables and building materials, super cool!

[@waynethompson5895]

Awesome rig! Needs; small diesel motor, possibly better Trans, diamond plate flat deck with backpack and winches would be nice! Lol don't forget nice off-road custom bumpers with built-in led lights

[@cwgaskill8111]

I'd like to see the process in how y'all get the Kei Truck through NCDMV's regs for a registered street-legal vehicle. I have a Kei Van called a Tiger Truck. I bought it not knowing it wasn't street legal. I was kind of stuck with what to do next. Now, since you told us NCDMV has a process to get these things street legal, I'd love to see what it takes. Also, can't you go both routes for a street-legal 4x4 work rig? Who says it has to be one or the other. Love the channels. Keep up the good work!

[@-jimmyjames]

My brother would have bought it too. He has a Honda K sportwgn and a Honda K Beat. both near mint. paid for import. Cool cars. Love it!!!

[@ericsnead1377]

Would be awesome as a recovery vehicle! 4x4 would also be awesome. Love y'alls builds keep making cool stuff. And stay safe

[@ianburit3705]

Hiya guys, try researching why In Japan they made these mini trucks and vans, all designed and sold for a reason in there home country.. My son used to drive a BEDFORD RASCAL VAN, but was a badged Home market vehicle but was used In the UK for expensive wedding cake deliveries around London and Essex county, he loved it also... Good luck with your plans.. Ian -- UK.

[@nickg5440]

I know NC has to have inspections every year, would you need to have this inspected every year? lift the front a little, widen, need some bigger tires, minimum 750cc engine, roll cage, Replace the bed with one a bit wider like John Deere Gators, and finally a CnC wrap.

[@carlholm2765]

Bed sides into ramps and bed mounted winch for hauling the dead up on to the bed then convert it to a Suzuki Samurai 4x4 drivetrain.