Need Honest Input On Value
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From: Montgomery, IL
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From: Palmyra
Personally I like the badges down on the fender vs up on the cowl. I'm thinking about doing that on my 77. I also wouldn't let mine drive away for less than close to 10 grand area. But I've had mine for almost 24 years & dumpped a boat load of cash into it over the years.
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From: Vail, CO
Hey, imagine that! I'm checking out the forums for the first time because I bought a new truck. And hey, what do you know, here's my truck!
The in-cab tank is a bit of a mystery. I think I remember reading somewhere that 1978-79 4x4 short beds continued with an in-cab tank if they had dual tanks. But I can't find this source now. The VIN indicates that it is indeed a 1979, but the VIN on the dash is missing. I was able to find the VIN on a plate on the firewall. I don't know where else they would put a second under-cab tank since it's pretty crowded under there.
I don't see any signs of a cab swap (or anything swapped, really) -- paint seems to be identical. I don't know how else to tell, though.
Anyway, looking forward to learning from all the experience here.
The in-cab tank is a bit of a mystery. I think I remember reading somewhere that 1978-79 4x4 short beds continued with an in-cab tank if they had dual tanks. But I can't find this source now. The VIN indicates that it is indeed a 1979, but the VIN on the dash is missing. I was able to find the VIN on a plate on the firewall. I don't know where else they would put a second under-cab tank since it's pretty crowded under there.
I don't see any signs of a cab swap (or anything swapped, really) -- paint seems to be identical. I don't know how else to tell, though.
Anyway, looking forward to learning from all the experience here.
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Its gotta be there. Sometimes the letters/numbers are full of dirt and rust and you need a wire brush to clean the frame. Should be between the front cab mount or firewall and the coil spring bucket.
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From: Vail, CO
It's the seller's thread, so it might be rude to say.
I've already skinned up my hands putting in new weatherstripping and window felt from LMC Truck. Not to mention making my wallet lighter.
But these get good mileage, right?
I've already skinned up my hands putting in new weatherstripping and window felt from LMC Truck. Not to mention making my wallet lighter.
But these get good mileage, right?
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