9 MUST Maintenance tips for owning a Kei truck

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9 MUST Maintenance tips for owning a Kei truck

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This video is a must if you own a Kei truck or are planning to buy a JDM mini truck you should definitely watch this.
All this maintenance info will apply to a Suzuki Carry like mine or a Honda Acty , Daihatsu Hijet , Mitsubishi minicab.
This video covers the most important things to maintain on a Kei truck, most of these trucks are imported from Japan and are lacking maintenance like water pumps, timing belt, cooling system, vacuum hoses, brakes, oil change, gear box and diff oils flushed.
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Bosch Oil Filter Part Number that fits my 1990 JDM Suzuki Carry Kei Truck: Bosch 3330, Fram PH3614
𝗣𝗮𝗶𝗱 𝗔𝗺𝗮𝘇𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗟𝗶𝗻𝗸𝘀 below, by clicking on and shopping through these links helps me out from a little tiny minuscule amount of commission, this will help fund the next project or trip thanks!
**13" Mud Tires I have on my truck.**
Set of 4 Forceum Mud Tires-165/80R13 amzn.to/45hKs03
**Cv Joint Ear Clamp Banding Tool** amzn.to/4az4hlo
**TUNE UP PARTS For SUZUKI CARRY**
***Confirm Your Model Carry is on the parts list for fitment.
For instance My 1990 Carry is DB51T F6A engine***
Tune Up Kit 12 Valve. Cap, Rotor, Wires, Spark plugs. Suzuki Carry amzn.to/44nGEZI
Distributor Assembly Suzuki Carry F6A amzn.to/3QNEjEo
**COOLING System**
Water Pump Kit Timing Belt Kit Suzuki F6A DA51B DA51V DA51T DB51T DB51V Suzuki Carry
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Thermostat Suzuki F6A DC51T DD51T DF51V DE51V Carry amzn.to/47GTcOU
Radiator Suzuki Carry F8A F6A F5A amzn.to/3OE2dPS
**FUEL PUMP/ CARB STUFF**
Carburetor for Suzuki Carry Every DA51T DB51T DB51V DA71T DB71T DD51T DE51V DF51V DC51T DD51B amzn.to/3YLg63s
Fuel Pump Suzuki Carry DB51T DD51T DC51T DA51T F6A F5A amzn.to/45zhmJc
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Push to Connect Air Fittings 90 Degree Male Elbow 1/4" amzn.to/3E5gO22
Push to Connect Air Fittings 1/4" Tee Air Push Fit Fittings amzn.to/47VXh1Z
**STARTER / CLUTCH KIT**
Starter Motor Assembly Suzuki F6A DB51T DC51T DD51T DD51B 1990-1998 amzn.to/3OMmqmX
Clutch Kit Suzuki Carry F6A amzn.to/3QTcz19
**BRAKE PARTS**
Front Brake Pads/Rear Brake Shoe Suzuki Carry amzn.to/45EY0Cx
Front Brake Pads Suzuki Carry amzn.to/45k8xDg
Brake Wheel Cylinder REAR RH LH Suzuki Carry amzn.to/45k4WVY
**BODY PARTS**
Tail/ Brake Light Set Suzuki Carry amzn.to/3E8mRTG
Tailgate Side Handle Latch set Carry amzn.to/3KNzl6T
BALL GRIP 1/4" Hex. Bit Interchangeable Screwdriver amzn.to/3smut2d
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𝐖𝐞𝐥𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠, 𝐅𝐚𝐛𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧, 𝗼𝗳𝗳-𝗿𝗼𝗮𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴, 𝐦𝐨𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐜𝐲𝐜𝐥𝐞 𝐫𝐢𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗮𝗻𝘆𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗗𝗜𝗬 𝐜𝐚𝐧 𝐛𝐞 𝐝𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐬.
𝐘𝐨𝐮 𝐬𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐥𝐝 𝐬𝐞𝐞𝐤 𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐚𝐝𝐝𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐢𝐧𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐬𝐚𝐟𝐞𝐭𝐲 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐝𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐢𝐧𝐯𝐨𝐥𝐯𝐞𝐝 𝐢𝐧 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝘀𝗲 𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀. 𝐔𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐏𝐏𝐄 𝐞𝐪𝐮𝐢𝐩𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐧𝐞𝐞𝐝𝐞𝐝 𝘁𝗼 𝗱𝗼 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝘀𝗲 𝗮𝗯𝗼𝘃𝗲 𝐬𝐚𝐟𝐞𝐥𝐲.
𝐌𝐢𝐤𝐞 𝐅𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐚 𝐝𝐨𝐞𝐬 𝐧𝐨𝐭 𝐭𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐲 𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐩𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐢𝐧𝐣𝐮𝐫𝐲’𝐬 𝐜𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐛𝐲 𝐝𝐨𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐬𝐨.
𝐖𝐞𝐥𝐝, 𝐜𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐞, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐫𝐢𝐝𝐞 𝐚𝐭 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐨𝐰𝐧 𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐤

Пікірлер: 75

@waviicarguy25 3 ай бұрын

Heeeeyyy Mike's back everyone🤠. Can't wait for more Kei Content. The previous videos I keep on repeat just to learn as much as possible. Love it👍🏾

@donaldhalls2189 3 ай бұрын

Great information, not only for your vehicle but any new vehicles thanks for sharing, all the best to you and your loved ones

@9r349 2 ай бұрын

Hello 👋 , I would like to thank Google for the opportunity to come across your video. Thanks for the great video.

@Mikefestiva 2 ай бұрын

Right on 👍 thanks for checking out my channel 😊

@Swamp-Fox 3 ай бұрын

Great tips Mike!!!! Hope you have a great weekend!

@Mikefestiva 3 ай бұрын

Thanks man I appreciate it! You have a fantastic weekend as well 😊👍

@Unklethebob 3 ай бұрын

always a good day when Mike uploads

@jamesjohnson8661 3 ай бұрын

Michael! I can't believe you didn't tell us to adjust our valves! It should be done every 15k or so and is pretty easy. 😊. Otherwise, great video, as usual

@bryduhbikeguy 3 ай бұрын

Thanks for the great tips Mike.Hope you and your's have a fun and Safe summer.

@silverrussell1978 3 ай бұрын

I always look forward to your videos. Thanks for posting

@Mikefestiva 3 ай бұрын

Right on 😊 I really appreciate it! Have a great weekend 👍

@joell439 Ай бұрын

Man - those last 3+ years went by so fast. 👍😎👍

@10p6 3 ай бұрын

Interesting info. I seen a Subaru Kei Dump truck in King county a while back that looked cool, other than the seller not wanting to divulge some info.

@jotoole6170 3 ай бұрын

Great vidjao Mike these little buggers are getting quite popular its awesome that you did a deep dive for this information. There at the beginning it was almost like mike festiva live from endor that forest planet in star wars

@SimonLampard 3 ай бұрын

I’m actually saving for a kei truck in Australia. I’ve been watching your videos and they are really great to watch. Your kei truck looks awesome!

@Mikefestiva 3 ай бұрын

Thanks for checking out my new video! These Kei trucks are great 👍

@thebigdustin 3 ай бұрын

Thanks for the info Mike. I wish NY would let these be registered for road use. I’d have one in a heartbeat.

@gcaurm 3 ай бұрын

Thanks again for a great video Mike! I bought a 91 Acty recently and have been following along as you and your bro kit out your Kei's. Hello from Ontario, CAN! KEEP THE MINI TRUCK VIDEOS COMIN'

@delongdubois 28 күн бұрын

Thanks Mike - good video. One thing I learned is to put the front end up on ramps or use a jack when draining/filing the radiator. This reduces the chance of an air bubble forming in the lines. The Geo Metro 13" rims match the bolt pattern on the Suzuki Carry. Also, remember to run DOT certified tires on the highway. Most of the aggressive tread ATV tires are not DOT cert. We run Forceum M/T 08 for off road work.

@Mikefestiva 28 күн бұрын

Yes I usually park my truck on my steep driveway to help get the water into the heater box and the air out. There’s a small air bleed on the engine up by the thermostat as well 👍 yep I made a video a few years back talking about tires and the Forceum MT are definitely what I decided to go for. ATV tires are trash on these trucks 👎 Thanks for checking out my videos!

@annebrooks5595 23 күн бұрын

Mike, do you do your own alignment for your tires? I've only had my truck for a week, but I had originally asked the dealership I got it from to add a 2" lift. It wobbled really bad on a 5 to 10 mile trip, that I had to slow with the brakes down to 30 or less. Every time I got close to 45-47 it started the death rattle. They said bring back to their mechanic to get adjustment or bushings. They finally took off lift kit, but it still does it, but less. They said can't do but tape measure alignment.

@Tubeagrutis 3 ай бұрын

Nice tips, Mike. Thanks for the info!

@jonmarshall1502 3 ай бұрын

Good reminder that I should look for a new water pump while I’m in Japan. 👍👍

@metricstormtrooper 3 ай бұрын

I've got a Kei Van, I've had it for 6 years, In that time I've replaced the tires, checked the coolant and brake fluid, it's a 13 year old Mitsubishi minicab miev EV Kei van. Previously I had an 84 550cc Honda acty van which we drove from Sydney nsw to Adelaide South Australia and back. This is a great video mike.

@54mgtf22 3 ай бұрын

Always interesting. Thanks Mike. 👍

@jatdb51t 3 ай бұрын

Amayama has OEM boots. I bought some for my 91 db51t Suzuki Carry

@bkarosh Ай бұрын

Cool Truck

@ryangonzalez6526 3 ай бұрын

Love these videos! Been wanting to build a small camper for my Suzuki. Would you ever make a cost breakdown of your camper?

@JapanScott1 3 ай бұрын

Hey Mike… Kei is pronounced like Kay. 😉

@DecayWithUs 3 ай бұрын

Tomato Tomahhtoe

@JapanScott1 3 ай бұрын

ぜんぜんちがえます。　その他語は英語でわなく。。。日本語です。　「けい」の発音は英語の「K」と同じ。

@Temuba 3 ай бұрын

Excellent! Been updating the maintenance on my 96 Suzuki Carry truck. Thanks for the updated routine maintenance and parts list. Keep up the good work.

@DecayWithUs 3 ай бұрын

Great tips Mike! I did most of that for all the reasons you mentioned. Except.... rear brake shoes, the truck spins out on me if I have to lock up the brakes. Scary stuff. Tried everything I know except the shoes, so 🤞

@simonwoolley592 3 ай бұрын

Great video .

@outbacktrekking3713 3 ай бұрын

This was a fun video to pop up on my feed this morning. Thanks Mike! I really need to pull the trigger on getting a sambar.

@Mikefestiva 3 ай бұрын

Thanks for checking out my new Kei truck video! I haven’t ever drove a Samber but I hear a lot of people really like them 😊👍

@chrismountitftc508 3 ай бұрын

Hey man I appreciate your update and love the content! I always like watching your builds and Carry projects can’t wait to see how the cabin is coming keep up the good work man! You inspire a lot of people ! I was happy to see your name dropped on a local mini truck group on FB ! So cool!

@dougtravins9624 3 ай бұрын

Good info. Enjoy that truck Mike!

@051biohaz 3 ай бұрын

Hey Mike, great tips for just about any older vehicle. Thanks for the upload dude..:)

@youknowwithMartyKauffman 3 ай бұрын

Great video

@robertlord7911 3 ай бұрын

Got a 91Suzuki at Japanese auction (dump) will take time to arrive east coast. Your video was great appreciate the bullet points for maintenance ... I assume your 92 will have same as my 91? I live rural and will use for moving lumber, cord wood, manure... but I like a clean machine and will use it on the road for local travel. Pretty psyched. I'm 70. Lived in Japan 2 years in the 80's and drove one all over. Can't wait!

@MarkLedford 3 ай бұрын

Thanks Mike, felt like this one was made for me! 🍻🙌🤙

@Mikefestiva 2 ай бұрын

Thanks for checking out my new video Mark 😊👍

@staudenmaierca 3 ай бұрын

Excellent tips! Thank you for your insight!

@slipperz7321 3 ай бұрын

Another great video! We have a kei truck we use as a little firewood getter and they are super useful! I was wondering if maybe you could make a video or just a write up on your F-250. I remember you talking about it in the video you towed your kei truck home with. I hope you have a great day! -Slipperz

@user-dc2ie1gx9u 3 ай бұрын

Thank you, enjoy all that you do.

@Mikefestiva 3 ай бұрын

Right on 👍 thanks man 😊

@mikejenkins1360 3 ай бұрын

Great info Mike

@Mikefestiva 3 ай бұрын

Thanks Mike 😊👍

@Ants_Pants 2 ай бұрын

Nice video Mike

@Mikefestiva 2 ай бұрын

Thanks Ants! I really appreciate it man 👍 Hope your having a good Spring!

@RobertBeckk 3 ай бұрын

Thanks mike.

@arusaByoS 2 ай бұрын

that kei truck looks so bad ass

@soljohnson3307 11 күн бұрын

Hey man nice little Suzuki. Just picked up a 98 Hijet with four wheel drive. Aside from the two diffs I'm assuming these little 4x4 keis also have a transfer case?

@paulhyde1834 3 ай бұрын

Good tips.... thank you!

@knockinoutprojects8743 3 ай бұрын

Nice T-shirt, Mike!

@TheWeekendMedic 2 ай бұрын

Hey Mike, great video as always. My Minicab is currently no start, and I'm going to have to pull the carb ( I have a spare). While I'm there, I suspect the vacuum lines are factory original - can I replace them with the same Amazon air running you included in the description, or is there something better to use? Obviously I'll verify ID and approximate length before ordering. Thanks!

@robertlord7911 3 ай бұрын

Two Questions if you have time: CV joint boot kit? Have a new suggestion? and Second: What Service Manual do you suggest? Seems dodgy out there ...some so blurry you can't read them! And thanks again... I heard you on subscribing with notifications ... done.

@MattLitkeRacing 2 ай бұрын

Do you have a recommendation for a brake bleeder?

@thehcorps 3 ай бұрын

Nice and thank you for the tips! Are minivans the same with your truck?🙏🤙🇵🇭

@jondavidmcnabb 3 ай бұрын

Mike, I would love to see a video of you making custom Dirt Bike racks for you and your brothers Kei's. That would make for an excellent video and also would really be cool to see you take the new chinese bikes out.

@tkskagen 3 ай бұрын

Are "most" JDM KEI trucks 4×100mm bolt patern for the Rims, or are they awkward sized?

@oby-1607 3 ай бұрын

All great advice. I have to do all these things on my Suzuki. Right now the fuel pump isn't working and the spark is really weak. I replaced the plugs but the spark is a weak yellow/orange. Maybe I have to change out the coil.

@1979augistine 3 ай бұрын

Change plug wires and coil wire cap rotor as well as coil you will be amazed what carbon tracking will do to your spark

@Wil_Liam1 3 ай бұрын

If the spark is yellow on all spark plugs then it isn't the plugs,but the cdi,coils,distributor cap,maybe even the rotor,but highly doubtful unless it's heavily corroded,or really badly worn because there is a voltage drop due to bad coil,corrosion,or shorting cdi causing the weak firing on all cylinders... If it was just a plug or wire then only that cylinder would show weak yellow or white fire,not all 2,3,4,5,6,8,10,12,16...

@TheAlexbolar 3 ай бұрын

Hi, I’ve been thinking a lot recently about getting one of these trucks . Do you think someone that is 6 foot three like myself could fit in that truck comfortably?

@RuggedSportsmen 3 ай бұрын

No! It’s upsetting but my buddy who is 6’2 cannot fit in my Suzuki carry

@Fatpandaoreo 3 ай бұрын

There’s not much comfort in these trucks, but it’s doable for sure. I daily a Honda Acty HA4 and I’m 6’3” 220lbs. So not huge but not tiny. Find one for sale and test drive it but if I can fit you can probably fit too!

@RichardCasto 2 ай бұрын

Depends upon what you call "comfortable", how you are built (is your height in your upper or lower body) and which Kei truck you pick as not all are the same with respect to space for drivers. I am 6'5" and 280 and I daily drive a Mitsubishi Minicab. For me space around my knees to allow for turn signal is the tight spot. But otherwise plenty of headroom and no issues moving feed around. If you buy one, you should make sure you fit in it. For example I wanted a Honda Acty, but don't fit well in it, but fit in the Minicab.

@Wil_Liam1 3 ай бұрын

Basically what Mikie mentioned in this video should be done to any used vehicle one buys that has some miles and or age on them... Better to do the basics now,and have many trouble free miles without any major high cost brake downs because you didn't want to swap out a 30 dollar belt,or a cheap hose,or a few bucks worth of ignition parts... Just the tow bill will cost you more than the replacement parts and labor will BEFORE it breaks...

@markseehawer3762 3 ай бұрын

If I had one of those trucks the first thing i'd do is transplant a 1200 cc goldwing engine trans into it. than i'd put a couple of CRV honda axles in it.

@Wil_Liam1 3 ай бұрын

And what would you do without reverse,or 4wd ?? Why not a turbo busa engine?? 3x + the hp...

@markseehawer3762 3 ай бұрын

@@Wil_Liam1 electric motor and reduction drive.