LMTV Pre-Purchase Inspection

[aleigh]

Going to look at a LMTV (to buy) this weekend. I've read a lot of the threads here, and the TMs. Otherwise my knowledge is theoretical. I have experience with Unimogs, and, I am mechanically inclined (building jeeps and working on cars, etc).

Looks like the truck was bought via GP out of NC, shipped out here to Phoenix, then got another 700 miles put on it or so. Truck is said to run well. Truck was in decent shape when it came out of GP as far as their inspection report goes.

Guy seems to own some deucen - maybe even a member here ??

My question is, are there any LMTV specific things I should look for? Certainly fluids, rust, weird noises, it builds air, cab tilts, moves, stops, etc - beyond that. I am local - this would not be a long distance recovery.

Very excited to join the community, but don't want to let that excitement get the better of me!

Thanks!

 

[NDT]

Looks like you got it covered. Check the road draft tube for excessive engine blowby. If the truck runs out good up and down the highway, the fluids look clean, and no funny noises, there should be no surprises.

 

[aleigh]

Well I did the deed - now I have a truck! And photos:

https://www.flickr.com/photos/adventioneering/albums/72157661024957704

Want to thank everyone on the forum - the threads here have been a huge help to me as I did research.

Now if I can just figure out why my marker lights don't turn on...

 

[NDT]

Looks good! The shackles you seem to be missing are standard 9 1/2 ton lifting shackles. Red River Parts can supply you a new windshield if that brutal scratch cannot be polished out.

 

[aleigh]

Scratch is actually really shallow - doesn't even catch a fingernail - I think (for once) it'll buff right out.

 

[aleigh]

Marker lights was just the breaker. I like how you can fit the breaker OR a regular auto fuse. Nice touch.

 

[twisted60]

Awesome pictures, welcome to the club.

 

[Cape Coastie]

Welcome from Cape Cod, MA. Really nice looking truck. My son wants one just like that.

 

[aleigh]

Thanks guys! Is there a secret handshake? Someone better PM me...

 

[MaiNiaK]

Everyone with the green disease knows the secret hand shake, so it's no secret.

Find a good source for parts, pull out your wallet and place all your money in your hand, now shake thier hand. The hardest part is letting go of the money.

Nice looking truck..
Welcome to steelsoldiers

 

[M35A2-AZ]

Nice truck, and welcome!!!