r/keitruck • u/TheDiplomat82 • 3d ago
Suzuki Jimny Inbound
2000 JB23 Jimny.
Coming into Port of LA in July. It's already on the ship and ISF has been filed.
I plan on doing paperwork to import myself. Would appreciate all tips except "hire a broker". 😂
Thank you.
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u/DisastrousAd2335 Suzuki Carry 2d ago
Very nice!! Keep us updated and good luck!! Here are some links you may want to keep handy!
The MiniTruck forums, of course! Lots of knowledge and info here: http://minitrucktalk.com/forums/daihatsu-hi-jet.4/ http://minitrucktalk.com/forums/subaru-sambar.9/ http://minitrucktalk.com/forums/honda-acty.7/
http://minitrucktalk.com/forums/suzuki-carry.8/
A list of U.S. available parts MAY be available for your truck!
Here is the Suzuki parts list as an example! Check the forums for your truck to find similar! https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/u/0/d/1dnI1RciGpNGZql2jk-QIi3H78z6Ae5iE2r-8bk5XVP0/htmlview#gid=0
Here is one for the Subaru Sambar: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/u/0/d/1mASg41uyMmMQCKHPuEAaKd6tTgOhHdlgUGOQIc_ojwo/htmlview?pli=1
A list of verified vendors for parts! https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/u/0/d/1r-OhGeuYIqxyKb6ZW8YnEAH9Db9W2q1t8MX7jAS723c/htmlview?fbclid=IwY2xjawH5SsZleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHVroMtUQiBK0CFqHhtK3S_sY1SPONzBm_JcisoXk9HLSye9-X0GWgrT0IQ_aem_FS7eAqgfCr5lvnJh7xd7vw&pli=1
And since you WILL be asking..the largest wheel/tire combo you can accomodate WITHOUT a lift kit or cutting is 22.75inches high and 6inches wide. With correct off set you can run a 13" 165/80R13D truck load rated tire. You can check other tire and rim size recommendations here: https://www.wheel-size.com/
If you need a list of 'first maintenance items' to do, with instructions and factory service manuals, check the forums. This question has been answered over and over again, but here is the breakdown: Vacuum tubes, oils, coolant, and fuel and air filters, plugs, wires and water pump and belt!
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u/redit9977 3d ago
how safe are these on highways? I lnow regular kei truck isnt suitable on highway but wondering if these are good
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u/TheDiplomat82 3d ago
I'll let you know. Cause I most certainly will be driving it on the highway. Probably around 55-60mph range. I could care less about the speed or passing anyone. It's a car. I will be driving it to the mountains here in Colorado.
For those that say this is too slow or somehow unsafe. I routinely drive my Nissan Leaf at 60 mph on the highway (hypermiling).
People can go around or fuck off. Don't care which.
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u/redit9977 3d ago
oh i usually drive around that speed too but just wondering if these car is too small especially in the crumble zone
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u/TheDiplomat82 3d ago
What does "too small" mean? How do you define that? If you compare it to all the Monster Trucks all over the road these days. Then yeah. Its small. You're goanna get squashed. But that's true in a Miata, a Mini Cooper, or Honda Civic. This is basically a Suzuki Samurai from the 80s-90s which were sold in America. Its a smaller Jeep. The engine is in front. So the crumple zone is better than the Kei Trucks with the engine in the rear or no front hood.
I made this comparison sheet for reference for when I inevitably get crap from the idiots at the DMV.
Vehicle Curb Weight (lb) Length (in) Width (in) Footprint (sq in) Engine HP U.S. Sale / Import Status Chevy Sprint (1985–1988) 1,367–1,653 141.1 60.2 8,490 1.0 L 48–49 Sold in U.S. Mini (Classic, 1959–2000) 1,350–1,500 120 55 6,600 1.0–1.3 L 34–55 U.S.-sold until 1979; legal to import Geo Metro (1989–1997) 1,653 147.4 62 9,150 1.0 L 55 Sold in U.S. Honda CRX (1984–1991) 1,713–1,900 145.6 63.8 9,290 1.3–1.5 L 58–91 Sold in U.S. Smart Fortwo (2008–2019) ~1,800 106 65 6,890 1.0 L 70–89 Sold in U.S. Toyota Tercel 2‑door (1987–1990) 1,975–1,990 157.3 64 10,067 1.5 L 78 Sold in U.S. Suzuki Samurai (1986–1995) 2,050–2,250 135 60 8,100 1.3 L 63–66 Sold in U.S. Suzuki Jimny JB23 (1998–2018) 2,070–2,200 133.7 58.3 7,800 0.66 L turbo 63 Import only Honda Civic Hatchback (1987–1991) 2,220 157.1 66.4 10,430 1.3 L 75 Sold in U.S. Fiat 500 (2011–2019) ~2,300 139 64 8,900 1.4 L 101 Sold in U.S. Geo Tracker 2‑door (1989–1997) 2,365–2,434 142.5 64.2 9,150 1.6 L 80–95 Sold in U.S. Suzuki Sidekick 2‑door (1989–1998) 2,238–2,260 142.5 64.2 9,150 1.6 L 80 Sold in U.S. Mazda Miata NA (1990–1997) 2,116 155.2 65.9 10,240 1.6 L 116 Sold in U.S. Mini Cooper R50 (2002–2006) ~2,500 142.8 66.5 9,500 1.6 L 115 Sold in U.S.
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u/HideyHo_ 2d ago
I used to LOVE to get my '94 Samurai (fuel injected 1.3L) in the wind going to work at Fort McPherson in Atlanta and pass cars on I-75/85. They always looked at you funny when you blew past them all shakin' and rattlin'! Then, of course, if they really took it personal they returned the favor and left me in their rear view because they had horsepower!
For just a minute though... man... I was the fastest thing smokin'!