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[Hummer]

Nice, but I'm more interested in that Toyota pickup! 85?

Yes, an '85 SR5 Xtra Cab with a fiberglass cap and Meyers Two Meter snow plow. Five speed, cruise control, electric windows, air conditioning and an openable skylight. Starts easily and runs smoothly at 269,900 miles on the original engine. Well, until the starter crapped out a year ago. I just put a new starter-solenoid on. Starts much faster now and I think the battery drain issue is solved. The 1985 was the first year for the Toyota EFI, and the last year for the front leaf springs. Best of both worlds for a snow plow rig. I put an extra leaf in the springs all around to toughen it up for snow plowing. The old Toys were the best snow plow trucks in the business for most private and small business applications.

I bought the plow new for my 1980 SR5, then later transferred it to the '85, which I got for $700. Best investment ever.

Do you have one?