ukiltmybrutha
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Hello there,
I figured that I would introduce myself before I start chomping at the bit about how to fix all of my "new" trucks's problems.
I am a complete newbie to trucks. I just bought an 88 GMC Sierra 2wd from my neighbor. It was sort of an impulsive thing which is a bit odd for me. We were dumping my other neighbors trash at the local landfill together because he was injured and he mentioned that he was selling the truck.
I figured since I knew him and was tired of using my Chrysler Town and Country with cargo carrier to drop off trash I would take the plunge.
Don't know what kind of deal I got, but vehicles are more expensive in my area (DC exurb in VA).
I paid $800 bucks for it and feel that I did ok based upon what I see on Craigslist. 4wd seems to be more than double that around here and any 2wd for the price I got this one for has a blown motor.
All in all it serves its purpose.
So here is a little bit more about my vehicle and other vehicles:
88 Sierra 2wd:
Intent: Drive the vehicle back and forth to the landfill (one mile away) or to Lowes to pick stuff up when needed.
Bad:
Brakes are spongy but still stop. I won't drive it like this even though my neighbor did. It looks like the rear cylinder is leaking from what I see on the inside of the tire.
Paint is faded....just what I want...have enough vehicles and the fewer I have to wash the better as I get older.
A/C and heater don't work. Blower motor works. Just fine with me for short trips.
Passenger side lock doesn't work.
No key to open the doors.
Bad valve seals I believe (smokes blue for a second when I start it up).
Looks like someone ate a somewhat large chunk from the bench seat on the driver's side.
Broken Tailight
Good:
Starts right up.
Nice aftermarket exhaust system
Lifted a little bit (I know nothing about that hope I am using the right term)
Nice toolbox
Nice backup lights (not sure if I am calling it the right thing)
Baja Driving lights with covers.
Other Cars:
91 Mitsubishi Galant VR-4 (AWD Turbo) Dedicated Winter and Summer Rims and Tires
04 Subaru Forester (AWD Turbo) Dedicated Winter and Summer Rims and Tires
93 Escort GT (DD)
I figured that I would introduce myself before I start chomping at the bit about how to fix all of my "new" trucks's problems.
I am a complete newbie to trucks. I just bought an 88 GMC Sierra 2wd from my neighbor. It was sort of an impulsive thing which is a bit odd for me. We were dumping my other neighbors trash at the local landfill together because he was injured and he mentioned that he was selling the truck.
I figured since I knew him and was tired of using my Chrysler Town and Country with cargo carrier to drop off trash I would take the plunge.
Don't know what kind of deal I got, but vehicles are more expensive in my area (DC exurb in VA).
I paid $800 bucks for it and feel that I did ok based upon what I see on Craigslist. 4wd seems to be more than double that around here and any 2wd for the price I got this one for has a blown motor.
All in all it serves its purpose.
So here is a little bit more about my vehicle and other vehicles:
88 Sierra 2wd:
Intent: Drive the vehicle back and forth to the landfill (one mile away) or to Lowes to pick stuff up when needed.
Bad:
Brakes are spongy but still stop. I won't drive it like this even though my neighbor did. It looks like the rear cylinder is leaking from what I see on the inside of the tire.
Paint is faded....just what I want...have enough vehicles and the fewer I have to wash the better as I get older.
A/C and heater don't work. Blower motor works. Just fine with me for short trips.
Passenger side lock doesn't work.
No key to open the doors.
Bad valve seals I believe (smokes blue for a second when I start it up).
Looks like someone ate a somewhat large chunk from the bench seat on the driver's side.
Broken Tailight
Good:
Starts right up.
Nice aftermarket exhaust system
Lifted a little bit (I know nothing about that hope I am using the right term)
Nice toolbox
Nice backup lights (not sure if I am calling it the right thing)
Baja Driving lights with covers.
Other Cars:
91 Mitsubishi Galant VR-4 (AWD Turbo) Dedicated Winter and Summer Rims and Tires
04 Subaru Forester (AWD Turbo) Dedicated Winter and Summer Rims and Tires
93 Escort GT (DD)
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