Monty
Veteran Member
A family member has a 1984 Dodge W350 pickup that I believe I could talk them into parting with. The truck was discovered in an abandoned storage unit with only 78,000 miles with a 1989 inspection sticker. After towing to a local garage and replacing all the brake lines they were able to get it started with little fuss and he's driving it around town a little. Doesn't appear several months later to have any major issues.
Now I expect a 26 year old truck to need some attention now and again, maybe a lot of attention but as the body and drivetrain appear to be in pretty good shape, I'm willing to accept that risk. My main concern is will parts be available with little fuss or I am going to have to go on a treasure hunt every time this truck needs anything? I'm willing to jump in and try to do some work myself although I've got very little experience. Also know a few mechanics I can turn to and don't mind if I have to turn to the piggy bank every now and then as long as I know I won't be stuck with an unrepairable truck because of parts availability, seem older Ford and Chevy trucks have more parts easily available.
Thanks!
Monty
Now I expect a 26 year old truck to need some attention now and again, maybe a lot of attention but as the body and drivetrain appear to be in pretty good shape, I'm willing to accept that risk. My main concern is will parts be available with little fuss or I am going to have to go on a treasure hunt every time this truck needs anything? I'm willing to jump in and try to do some work myself although I've got very little experience. Also know a few mechanics I can turn to and don't mind if I have to turn to the piggy bank every now and then as long as I know I won't be stuck with an unrepairable truck because of parts availability, seem older Ford and Chevy trucks have more parts easily available.
Thanks!
Monty
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