Truckdobes' post on another board kind of inspired this topic, and has got me thinking (which usually gets me in trouble) about the older trucks. So, I went lookin for trouble. :lol:
Take these two examples:
http://www.truckpaper.com/listings/d...73C9C3347C757D
http://www.truckpaper.com/listings/d...73C9C3347C757D
I know there are some here who have experience with buying and fixing up older trucks so what are some of the things to look for before buying?
Also, what kind of fuel mileage do the older engines get and what kind of power do they have? (ex. Big cam 3 or 4 cummins,3406B Cat)
I see most are in the 400 hp range but what kind of torque do they have? is it comparable to the newer trucks?
Some trucks have air leaf, others have air ride what's the difference? Can you convert a spring ride to an air ride? What's a ballpark figure for a job like that?
What's an average cost for stretching a frame?
Just curious of coarse. 8)