Be still my heart...
- Thread starter Randyzzz
- Start date
- City
- Dillsboro
- State
- IN
I just got home from a 4 1/2 hour round trip to pick up a transfer case for someone I had never met until 45 minutes ago because "he really needed it". It's a Jeep Thing, We Understand. Enjoy the trip with the boss, at least you will know if it's the real deal we all of have been searching for. 
- City
- Redmond
- State
- OR
At this point I'd be happy if he would even reply to my texts or emails. Things seemed to go south when I said I wanted pics of any rust. Maybe he thought I was just going to come and get it without looking at it. We made 3 trips to that area when we were looking for a VW bus for Carol. All three claimed no or minimal rust. And each one had rust holes under the front mats, rust in the battery box, and rot under the weather strips. And each one said that was normal for that area and should be expected. I always thought no rust meant no rust.
Honestly, I'd rather hold out and maybe spend a bit more for a nice one from an honest seller. This one just caught my eye...probably because if I squinted real hard it looked like the Chief concept. [emoji41] I'll update this thread as the search progresses.
Honestly, I'd rather hold out and maybe spend a bit more for a nice one from an honest seller. This one just caught my eye...probably because if I squinted real hard it looked like the Chief concept. [emoji41] I'll update this thread as the search progresses.
- City
- Redmond
- State
- OR
This. Exactly.
- City
- West Bend
- State
- WI
The other one that always irritates me is when they say. "Great condition, just needs a paint job" Then you go and look at it to find dents, rust, etc. I guess I would rather see something that's in better shape than it was described. Then I get all excited about it and I'm actually more likely to buy as opposed to being let down. (If that makes any sense)
- City
- Redmond
- State
- OR
Oh, that's going to happen anyways.Now you get to spend more time and money on the red Scrambler.
Love the Lady Gaga comment!
Looks like the search continues. I'm in no hurry. However I did list the GMC for a nice profit and there's 2 people coming to look at it tomorrow.
- City
- Redmond
- State
- OR
OK...tried getting hold of the blue one and still no reply. I'm wondering if his wife told him if he got any more guns she'd use them on him... I'm going to forget about that one. I have feelers out to two others. One's an ad with no picture, I usually pass on them but why not at least ask. The other has crappy pics, and is another 87, so it's gotta be pretty perfect to be considered.
What happened to all the decent cheap JTrucks out this way? Did someone buy them all? Jersey.....
Been a lot of interest in my GMC at $1500, but no takers yet. I'm in no hurry anyways. We did bring home our new 24' travel trailer- the Grand Cherokee with the Hemi has plenty of power but I'd like a bit more wheelbase. If anyone has a lead on a decent cheap JTruck, let me know. I'd love to find a 75-80 with no drive train but a good body. That's not asking too much, is it?
What happened to all the decent cheap JTrucks out this way? Did someone buy them all? Jersey.....
Been a lot of interest in my GMC at $1500, but no takers yet. I'm in no hurry anyways. We did bring home our new 24' travel trailer- the Grand Cherokee with the Hemi has plenty of power but I'd like a bit more wheelbase. If anyone has a lead on a decent cheap JTruck, let me know. I'd love to find a 75-80 with no drive train but a good body. That's not asking too much, is it?
- City
- Redmond
- State
- OR
I had offered my Sig556 or my new PTR91A3R. Didn't want to get rid of either, but the Sig is the one I'm probably least attached to. Especially since I cant seem to find a replacement Troy handguard. And I like my ultralite Aero AR15 so much better due to weight. Even with a piston system in the Aero, it weighs almost half what the Sig weighs.
Anyways... Just got a call, the GMC is sold for asking price. Cash for a JTruck, and I get to start driving the Scrambler again. Bad news- the fenders will be at the powdercoat shop until Friday...hope I don't get a fix-it ticket!
- City
- Redmond
- State
- OR
OK...GMC sold, tripled my money. Scrambler fenders are back from the powdercoater, looking good. The guy with the 70 J4000 never called, never responded, and let his ad expire. Doubt he really wanted to sell it. In the meantime, I have looked at a few, including a decent 84 J10 for under $1k but no title, and the whole thing sounds fishy. I offered $500 as a parts rig, we'll see what happens. I just got better pictures of the 87 I mentioned earlier, we are currently in the "offer" stage, but the seller has been really good to work with, so far. It would have to be towed back, as it has no exhaust other than manifolds. Wish me luck on this one. And if you know anyone in Springfield, OR that could keep the truck for a week or two while I arrange towing, please let me know!
- City
- Redmond
- State
- OR
OK! Great news! This one is mine.
Just talked to the seller, we agreed on a price. Comes with a ton of spare parts, and a bit of really cool history too. Driving over either tomorrow or Sunday to close the deal and bring it home. Seller actually offered to pull the ads, and is delivering for the agreed upon price. He'll be following me back. It's going to be a long day or two of waiting, but worth it. Can't wait to verify if the backstory is true or not, but I'll spill the beans once I find out.
It's going to need a lot of love (and a complete exhaust system), but hopefully you guys won't mind a build thread here...
Yes, I'll take lots of pictures.
Just talked to the seller, we agreed on a price. Comes with a ton of spare parts, and a bit of really cool history too. Driving over either tomorrow or Sunday to close the deal and bring it home. Seller actually offered to pull the ads, and is delivering for the agreed upon price. He'll be following me back. It's going to be a long day or two of waiting, but worth it. Can't wait to verify if the backstory is true or not, but I'll spill the beans once I find out.It's going to need a lot of love (and a complete exhaust system), but hopefully you guys won't mind a build thread here...
Yes, I'll take lots of pictures.
- City
- Landing
- State
- NJ
Looks great. I am fully on board with Oregon J truck purchases and will be able to help you every step of the way. Except the first step of getting it to your house