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Geo Tracker 4x4

Posted By: rdmac

Geo Tracker 4x4 - 03/11/16 05:15 PM

Anyone have an opinion on the Geo Tracker 4x4 for a hunting rig? I've been looking into getting one for deer hunting. Thanks
Posted By: Ramball36

Re: Geo Tracker 4x4 - 03/11/16 05:22 PM

Only issue I would see would be ground clearance
Posted By: BigPig

Re: Geo Tracker 4x4 - 03/11/16 05:36 PM

Ground clearance, lack of power, open differentials, I could go on.

You should buy a Jeep... Just so happens I have one for sale loser8
Posted By: Tactical Cowboy

Re: Geo Tracker 4x4 - 03/11/16 05:43 PM

Should be fine. You can get lift kits for it.
Posted By: redchevy

Re: Geo Tracker 4x4 - 03/11/16 05:44 PM

I would want a little truck. Hunting buggy needs a bed.
Posted By: TEXASLEFTY

Re: Geo Tracker 4x4 - 03/11/16 06:11 PM

Depends on the year model, BP is right on the open diff.
Posted By: rdmac

Re: Geo Tracker 4x4 - 03/11/16 08:15 PM

The one I'm looking at is a 1996 Geo Tracker.
Posted By: TEXASLEFTY

Re: Geo Tracker 4x4 - 03/11/16 11:50 PM

Those are good little hunting rigs!! The open rear end IS going to be a problem IMO. You could find someone to weld it up pretty cheap most likely but... Then the bearings will fail pretty quick if you drive it on the highway much.
Posted By: Shotgun Willie

Re: Geo Tracker 4x4 - 03/12/16 08:26 AM

Good little rigs, you can weld the rear if it's only going to be seeing dirt, but the rear axles aren't known for strength. If you don't go crazy on tire size, you should be alright. '96 will have the 16 valve motor which are kind of hit or miss, the biggest thing is the timing chain. If it doesn't have paper documentation that it's been replaced, plan on doing it. Parts are reasonable, and upgrades are pretty easy to come by.

It's the newer, cheaper, safer version of the Samurai. Remember when you could get a rust free, running Samurai for a grand? That's where these are now. Here pretty soon, they're going to command more of a premium because they're small, cheap, and relatively easy to work on.
Posted By: rdmac

Re: Geo Tracker 4x4 - 03/12/16 03:54 PM

Is $500 a decent price to pay? It's my friends daily driver. He has recently replaced the radiator, battery,timing chain, brakes, and clutch. It has a straight body and pretty clean inside and out.
Posted By: Shotgun Willie

Re: Geo Tracker 4x4 - 03/12/16 06:03 PM

If you don't, let me know where to pick it up. smile

If it's a runner/driver for $500, you can't go wrong. Worst case scenario, you'll get most of your money back in scrap.
Posted By: TEXASLEFTY

Re: Geo Tracker 4x4 - 03/12/16 07:11 PM

That's a great deal, jump on it!! If you need help with it shoot me a PM.
Posted By: rdmac

Re: Geo Tracker 4x4 - 03/12/16 09:53 PM

Thanks guys! I think I'm gonna go ahead and get it.
Posted By: rdmac

Re: Geo Tracker 4x4 - 04/15/16 07:00 PM

I ended up getting the Geo Tracker 4x4. It's a pretty cool little toy. I'm not sure how to post pics.
Posted By: txwildcat

Re: Geo Tracker 4x4 - 04/16/16 04:09 AM

cant go wrong for $500!!
Posted By: ckat

Re: Geo Tracker 4x4 - 04/16/16 07:54 PM

I loved mine! Over 30mpg for a 4WD is hard to beat. I built a receiver hitch rack for mine. Ground clearance is the biggest flaw. That and the light weight can be problematic in slick mud - not enough weight to cut ruts. Otherwise, they are great rigs for the money. Congrats on a good find!
Posted By: TEXASLEFTY

Re: Geo Tracker 4x4 - 04/17/16 12:32 AM




Here you go!
Posted By: rdmac

Re: Geo Tracker 4x4 - 04/17/16 12:46 AM

Thanks Lefty!
Posted By: rdmac

Re: Geo Tracker 4x4 - 04/17/16 12:48 AM

I got 2" lift ordered today and new tires today.
Posted By: ckat

Re: Geo Tracker 4x4 - 04/19/16 03:53 PM

Awesome - 4 door!!! Mine was a 2 door soft top. You will like it - Congrats on a good buy!
Posted By: rdmac

Re: Geo Tracker 4x4 - 04/19/16 05:20 PM

Thanks Ckat!
Posted By: TEXASLEFTY

Re: Geo Tracker 4x4 - 05/21/16 11:29 PM




Here is a current pic...
Posted By: rdmac

Re: Geo Tracker 4x4 - 05/22/16 12:09 AM

Thanks Lefty!
Posted By: TEXASLEFTY

Re: Geo Tracker 4x4 - 05/22/16 12:38 PM

Your welcome.
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