Hi I'm looking at this '89 4x4 truck and was
hoping to get some advice.
I'm new to trucks, just have a LC.
The obvious problems with this truck are:
-one hub (passenger) will not lock
-one rust hole in DS rear quarter
-rusty small scrape along bottom of DS door
-fender flares (can't see behind them for possible rust)
-4 bald tires (good rims)
What I know so far:
-Body looks great (except for mentioned areas, above)
-It's v6
-5 spd
-SR5/TRD (at least emblems but I don't know much about that)
-IFS
-Starts and idles well (may need batt or alternator)
-recent exhaust/no apparent leaks
-4 inch suspension lift (not sure of brand now)
-3 inch body lift
-frame looks good
-Interior is in good shape
-no radio
-new front knuckle seals
What other things should I look at next time I see this? I'm supposed to drive it
early this week. I'll post any updates. The asking price was around 2600, does that seem high? So far I know it will need body work and 4 tires for a sticker. I don't own a welder. This is to be a DD in the winter and part time in summer. I would like it to be trail capable, at least, eventually.)Should I be looking for a different year, like the
'85 trucks? Location is literally right down the street...
Thanks a lot for suggestions,
J
hoping to get some advice.
I'm new to trucks, just have a LC.
The obvious problems with this truck are:
-one hub (passenger) will not lock
-one rust hole in DS rear quarter
-rusty small scrape along bottom of DS door
-fender flares (can't see behind them for possible rust)
-4 bald tires (good rims)
What I know so far:
-Body looks great (except for mentioned areas, above)
-It's v6
-5 spd
-SR5/TRD (at least emblems but I don't know much about that)
-IFS
-Starts and idles well (may need batt or alternator)
-recent exhaust/no apparent leaks
-4 inch suspension lift (not sure of brand now)
-3 inch body lift
-frame looks good
-Interior is in good shape
-no radio
-new front knuckle seals
What other things should I look at next time I see this? I'm supposed to drive it
early this week. I'll post any updates. The asking price was around 2600, does that seem high? So far I know it will need body work and 4 tires for a sticker. I don't own a welder. This is to be a DD in the winter and part time in summer. I would like it to be trail capable, at least, eventually.)Should I be looking for a different year, like the
'85 trucks? Location is literally right down the street...
Thanks a lot for suggestions,
J