Are you looking for a good reliable vehicle with the ability to camp anywhere? Well look no further. I've been all around the Pacific Northwest without any major issues. Eastern Oregon in the summer is no problem. Hills, Mountains and Forest Roads are no match for the Zen Cube. And when you get there you can sit comfortably with all the amenities.
20R Engine (strong)
4 Speed Transmission
191,000 Miles
17-23mpg
Air Conditioner
Front and Rear 'factory' Seat belts
Regular Oil Changes every 3k with Lucas Oil Stabilizer
Purchased Vehicle September 2015, 164k miles. Diligent owner.
Two batteries with Isolator(Regular and Deep Cycle)
Converter (to plug into 120V)
2-burner Stove
5 gallon Propane Tank installed, 5 gallon tank reserve
3-Way Refrigerator (12v, 120v Propane)
Heater
10 Gallon water tank
Sink with dual action lever (pump or open/close when connected to a hose)
Exhaust manifold studs and gasket (All Brass hardware to avoid any broken studs)
190k
Spark Plugs (Iridium)
190k
Spark Plug Wires
170k
PCV Valve
190k
Distributor cap, rotor, points
190k
Alternator and belts
190k
Voltage Regulator
190k
Starting Battery
190k
Deep Cycle Battery
180k
Water Pump
190k
Radiator Hose.
190k
Clutch Master & Slave Cylinders and hose
190k
Brakes: Front pads, rear shoes/spring kit/wheel cylinders
170k
Brakes: Power booster
170k
Brakes: Master Cylinder
170k
Front/Rear wheel bearings
185k
Rear differential oil
185k
U-joints in drive shaft
185k
Shocks
175k
Rear tires
175k
Headlights
165k
Wheel studs and lugs on all 4 tires
165k
Muffler/Exhaust
165k
Extra Parts not installed
Clutch Kit (clutch still feels good)
Transmission Mount
2 Fuel Filters
5 Oil Filters
3 Air Filters
1 PCV Valve
4 Spark Plugs (Iridium)
3 sets of points
Radiator cap
Thermostat and 2 gaskets
2 Cans R12 Refrigerant for the A/C (Hard to find, doesn’t need charged yet)
5 Windshield Wipers
Old alternator (still good, I had just reconnected the isolator wrong)
Old Voltage Regulator
1 Used headlight (regular beam)
6 belts (3 new, 3 used in good condition)
Misc Hardware
Repairs Needed
Head lights: One high beam needs replaced
Turn light cover (orange, driver side).
Left fender: Small dents
Front and rear Bumper bent
Rust - Body panels, hood and doors are only $75 at a wrecking yard in longview, WA. Price was reduced to cover these expenses.
Exhaust leak between manifold and pipe: Find working gasket for after market pipe, $5 from exhaust shop.
Install stereo (2 CD decks included, wiring is intact it just needs 2 new speakers)
Occasional misfire and idle surge
Solution: install new GM igniter conversion and coil (have brand new ignition parts ready). Ballast resistor is out of specifications so its a necessary upgrade (i also have that to fix it if you don't want to do the conversion right away). GM conversion is a standard way to avoid a very expensive OEM part search. Upgrading the Distributor will also eliminate frequent need to set the timing as the points wear.
Interior Minor work. (paint, light covers)
Carpet needs cleaned, but ideally wood laminate is only about $20 and easy to install. The rug I have inside hides the unsightly.
Rear door only locks from the inside, Needs internal mechanism for key to function or a $30 handle conversion.
The fiberglass shell is what makes the Chinook such an amazing little camper. That and its built on a Toyota HiLux pickup--One of the most dependable vehicles on the road. Light weight and easy to work on this amazing little truck will not leave you disappointed.
At only 17 feet long you can make a U turn anywhere--including skinny forest service roads on sides of mountains. At 7' tall you will be able to go places most campers cannot. Low over hanging branches in the forest, city parking lots, drive thru's are no match. Its very easy and fun to drive.
They made three different style Chinook's that year. This one was the best package with the most amenities. I think that's why this has three stripes and most only have two.
Thanks to the King's for continuing to provide the love this little gem deserves.
