Postal Right Hand Drive Vehicle FJ8-C REDUCED TO $3500.00

[John Young]

For Sale - 1984 AM General FJ8C  – 258 CID Six-cylinder Engine $3,500.00 - Shreveport, Louisiana

        Odometer has 84,750 miles and I have no reason to doubt this mileage.

This is the perfect vehicle for either mail delivery as a Rural Carrier and/or an Ice Cream Truck business.  It is right hand drive, which is perfect for mail delivery and curb side for an Ice Cream business.  It has a service window on the right side of the vehicle which can serve as the service window for an ice cream business.  

        For those looking for a mail delivery vehicle, I have used this on a 48K Rural Route for the past two years driving a 50 mile a day.   I have always been able to carry everything in one trip even with a heavy “L” route.  

It comes with the following additions:

        *   Cash Drawer w/ key
        *   1200 Watt Inverter
  * Top loading freezer (works)
        * Locking Storage compartment
        * AM / FM Stereo w/ external speaker on front of vehicle.
        * Strobe light on top of vehicle
        * Large “Caution” sign on rear of vehicle
        * Large “Caution Children” signs on either side of vehicle
        * Spare tire with jack
        * Delivery mail tray which slides from left to right up to dashboard

Vehicle was slightly wrecked on front fender prior to my purchase.  The front fender and grill  was bent approximately two to three inches across the entire front. The hood release cable isn’t connected.  This wreck doesn’t effect any mechanical aspects or drive-ability.  Front fender has had bondo applied to right side.

The following improvements have been updated / replaced within the past two years:

        * New Transmission (less than 12,000 miles)
        * Radiator
        * Water pump with thermostat
        * Battery
        * Tires (Goodyear Wrangler)
        * Steering gear box
        * Brakes
        * Radiator Fan
        * Transmission Cooler
        * Ignition switch
        * Alternator
        * Radiator hoses
        * Heater hoses
        * Tune-up (plugs, plug wires, etc)
        * Starter
        * Universal-Joints
        * Exhaust Pipe
        * Motor mount
        * Fan Belt
       

Works: * All gauges work (Speedometer, fuel, etc.)
                * Great heater and vent system
                * Rear cargo lights
                * Both door and windows work and lock
                * Rear roll up door works and locks w/key
                * Runs well and starts everyday
                               

Problems: * Oil leak - have been told that it is probably around the rear main seal
                * Gear Shift cable - needs to be cleaned properly or eventually
                                       replaced.  It sometimes sticks and I simply spray with cleaner
                                       and it works fine.
                * Both studs mounted in the exhaust manifold need to be replaced in
                                      order to correctly connect to exhaust pipe. (Currently not totally
                                      seated together)
                * Hood release cable not connected. (Hood tie downs on outside)

        I’ve tried to list everything that I can remember about this vehicle.  I tried to caulk around the windows for extra protection, not realizing that the clear caulk would attract any and all dirt making the caulk job look brown. (I should have used white caulk) [Lesson learned]..  The vehicle is easy to work for any mechanic or for you to do-it-yourself.

[Amsat]

Hi, I know this add was a long time ago But, I have one of these step vans and I need to know where to get parts for the FJ8-A that I have. If you know Please let me know.Thanks

[John Young]

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What type of parts are you looking for?  Most parts are available thru your local parts house.  The FJ8C has a combined parts list... ie starter is a Ford, Transmission is a Chrysler, Engine is a 6 cylinder Jeep, etc... If you have the same engine that I have a 6 cylinder most parts from the 1984 Jeep Eagle will work since the FJ8C wasn't ever listed for sale it doesn't appear on most parts house computers.  Good Luck and write about anything specific you are looking for.  I found a place on line that had a rebuilt steering gear box and it was perfect. John

[Joey]

Hi John,

I recently purchased one of these in California. I'm looking for replacement door locks, and possibly another seat. Any suggestions as to where I can look?

[zebirds]

hello!!  I recently bought a fj8c for my mail route...i love it but it is def. challenging to find parts.  My father thankfully is a mechanic, and has done all the repairs.  I am looking for a few items though, if anyone has resources they are willling to share...Parts im looking for are, center cap for stering wheel, left side window regulator, spare wheel, and power stering(all parts needed) for rhd.  It would be so great to have power steering on mail route...but not so easy to find.  The window latch just randomly feel off one day and with winter coming may be good to get fixed now.  I have read a lot of great info on these forums.  I Thank everyone who shares infomation.  I truel enjoy having a fj8c especially since they are unique.  

you can email me at [e-mail].

Much Thanks in Advance!!

Amy

[zebirds]

hello!  I see you are looking for locks...try ebay. I believe I have seen them from this seller... The store is called / Visit store: POSTAL JEEP PARTS PLUS .


http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/FJ8C-AM-GENERAL-1983-84-POSTAL-JEEP-1-2-TON-VAN-MANUAL_W0QQcmdZViewItemQQ_trksidZp3286Q2ec0Q2em14QQhashZitem4140925a3bQQitemZ280256207419QQptZMotorsQ5fManualsQ5fLiterature
 
  that link goes to ebay auction for service manual for 1983-84 am general..

Amy

[Joey]

Thanks zebirds...I have an extra wheel that I'm willing to sell if you're still interested...

[jesus]

 Hi Jhon do you still have the fj8c for sale ?  just interested in finding one. Thank's if you reply to my e-mail [e-mail]