I just purchased a 1980 Toyota 4x4. The primary purpose is for hunting in the SE US. I am located in Georgia.

I have viewed all the available posts here. I have a few general questions if someone has the time to direct a "newbie" in this area.

I found a good spot to purchase a manual in the posts.

Most immediate issue is -- you can simply reach your hand in the window, turn the ignition key and she cranks and idles just fine. However, there is a major "dead" spot in the acceleration until the rpms are up a bit. I can't say just how much at the present because the sensor for the gage is bad. That problem should be taken care of by next weekend. So long as I pump the accelerator a few times to get the rpms up a bit and ride the clutch a little, she takes off just fine. I found some interesting information on the severe hesitation/jarring acceleration thread. Do these recommendations sound like the correct place to start? The mechanic I carried the truck to mentioned the rotor cap as a possible place to start.

Next general question -- I think it might be fun to operate this truck assuming we get the acceleration hesitation issue solved. If so, I would like to see whether it is feasible/sensible to put an extended cab on the chasis? I realize/assume if such an act is feasible/sensible that the bed would have to also be replaced. Any pointers to some sites that provide ideas and direction for modifications?

I appreciate your kind assistance in advance.

Sincerely,

Joel