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Good Afternoon Everyone -
My name is Derek and I am new to this forum as I am a convert! I am in the process of selling my 97 JeepTJ Wrangler and buying an M1009. I haven't driven a 1009 since 1989 when I was in the Army stationed at Griffiss AFB in upstate NY. I was sent for my duece and 1009 license training then 6 months later our entire unit switched to 5 tons and Hummers!
I am selling the TJ as we need a vehicle that can haul the twin six year olds, the wife, the Weimeraner and all the gear camping with. The Jeep was alot of fun but no longer practical. We have a small pop-up camper with a tongue weight of about 100lbs and overall weight of about 1200.
My question is where are the nuance areas of the 1009's besides the tailgates and floor boards? Where should I look for corrosion and wear and tear beyond the obvious? Jeeps have been my thing for a loong time but the 1009's are new territory. I am buying from a dealer in Northern Illinois called MotorSourceinc.com. They claim they never receive crap and inspect the rides before they buy them. Their asking prices are around $3850. HERE are some of their past vehicles. They claim they never accept vehicles with rust.
I am looking forward to gently picking some of your brains in the near future and I appreciate any feedback you may have!!
Thanks in an advance,
Derek
My name is Derek and I am new to this forum as I am a convert! I am in the process of selling my 97 JeepTJ Wrangler and buying an M1009. I haven't driven a 1009 since 1989 when I was in the Army stationed at Griffiss AFB in upstate NY. I was sent for my duece and 1009 license training then 6 months later our entire unit switched to 5 tons and Hummers!
I am selling the TJ as we need a vehicle that can haul the twin six year olds, the wife, the Weimeraner and all the gear camping with. The Jeep was alot of fun but no longer practical. We have a small pop-up camper with a tongue weight of about 100lbs and overall weight of about 1200.
My question is where are the nuance areas of the 1009's besides the tailgates and floor boards? Where should I look for corrosion and wear and tear beyond the obvious? Jeeps have been my thing for a loong time but the 1009's are new territory. I am buying from a dealer in Northern Illinois called MotorSourceinc.com. They claim they never receive crap and inspect the rides before they buy them. Their asking prices are around $3850. HERE are some of their past vehicles. They claim they never accept vehicles with rust.
I am looking forward to gently picking some of your brains in the near future and I appreciate any feedback you may have!!
Thanks in an advance,
Derek