opintions on an older ambo, tranny, motor stuff

[MTDewX8]

well I have come full circle almost. found a 00 7.3 that was out of range. surfed and looked all over. even got an offer from a fellow member (thanks CodyY)

so talks started again for that van. has some rust which is my concern. waiting for pics. will have a dealer do a pre-impspection since I am many miles away.

but so far looking good.
E350 quigely with 200k.

so we shall see over the next few weeks if the deal goes comes to be. then I get to fly to NC and drive back to Montana. what a test drive right. cool thing is I can save on hotel this time. :ylsmoke:

just thought I would share

 

[MTDewX8]

pic of the day he bought it. not sure really what it looks like now as I am waiting for more pics. but he didn't have it long as it was a possible business purchase that didn't end up using it for.

that big box does slide out the back 5 feet as I am told.
not my ideal set up, but workable for now.

 

[MTDewX8]

more pics

the rust. how should I grasp the rust in the front panel? I am thinking just look for a fender and change it out. thoughts. course I have not seen it in person yet. and the dealer will check it out hopefully soon and I will talk to them before I fly out.

 

[r_w]

Make sure the dealer inspects under/around the fiberglass running boards. The hitch is really clean, so I would think the underbody is equally clean. But those fiberglass flares are notorious for causing rot.

Guessing from the pictures and no history--I would say whoever mounted the boards didn't get the fender liner back in right and the damage you see is from extra water and possibly salt getting back in there. That looks like an easy fix. If the wheel arches or body have rotted behind the flares, that is a whole nother problem.

 

[MTDewX8]

yeah i am concerned a little bit. the fiber glass flares wont last long as I dont really like them for that reason. plus I dont care for running boards. sliders more so.
thanks. I am not a body man so I have to ask
at the dealer now and have already gave them a list to check. Dusted turbo, AC leak and RUST. so we shall see. for 10k I think I am still in a fair price range cause that is all I have for a van.

Make sure the dealer inspects under/around the fiberglass running boards. The hitch is really clean, so I would think the underbody is equally clean. But those fiberglass flares are notorious for causing rot.

Guessing from the pictures and no history--I would say whoever mounted the boards didn't get the fender liner back in right and the damage you see is from extra water and possibly salt getting back in there. That looks like an easy fix. If the wheel arches or body have rotted behind the flares, that is a whole nother problem.

 

[MTDewX8]

why is it when you finally find a vehicle that fits 99% of what you want. there is a big curve ball.

I can deal with the up-pipes gasket and vacum pump being an issue, but RUST can be a killer of frustration.

the rear upper light is almost rusted through. which means after I spend my top dollar with no $ to spare I will have to fix the rust on the roof.

I can deal with the other little spots.

dang, just frustrated I guess.

buy or dont buy is where i am at.

talking to some body shops to get an idea of cost.

 

[sambot]

Buy this before I talk myself into it.

http://nmi.craigslist.org/rvs/3215690139.html

Not mine, but I really want it.

 

[MTDewX8]

http://nmi.craigslist.org/rvs/3215690139.html

Not mine, but I really want it.

dam you man! lol
that is cool too.
it will be my DD, so this is a little big, but dam cool. pushing my limit of no money after 10k for anything. I will inquire though, just because.

thanks for the link and slight push. hehe

 

[sambot]

Then Buy this one.

I've been thinking about this one quite a bit as well, but perhaps if you get it, then I can just relax and keep my Tiger.
http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/3218163539.html

 

[MTDewX8]

I've been thinking about this one quite a bit as well, but perhaps if you get it, then I can just relax and keep my Tiger.
http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/3218163539.html

you guys are killing me.
althought I would like it newer. this is a very good option. I also found one in Vancover WA that I looked at drove (started in this thread). needed an alt. but almost as clean as this one. motor rebuilt and such. etc.
all good choices.