it varies quite a bit, although generally fair means it's driveable.
> 2. How much can your rely on the Army's assessment of condition?
not a whole lot.
> 3. How do you value the trucks... any key things to look for? Obvious things
> I know like tie rod wear, bushing, drive shaft, radiator fluid, engine oil,
> etc. (I'm a hotrod builder, but never worked on big green things or
> multi-fuel engines).
loose lug nuts, especially the front, brake adjustment, leaking fron axle seals,
tight steering system, air compressor bearing, air system leaks.
> 4. I was told the average price for these things is about $1500 and up, that
> seems like a tremedous bargain...is that correct, just $1500 on average?
that's a bit low. when i was tracking bid results, they were running around
$3200.
> What has been your experience on a reasonable price for a "drive it home"
> truck? I am about 900 miles away, so it will be a long ride home, albeit
> with a chase vehicle and a tool chest!
$500 either side of $3200.
> 5. Any brand, like Studebaker-Packard, that I should stay away from?
not that i know of.
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