Hello all,
Though I've been lurking in the background for some time now, this is my first post. I'd like to start by saying just how thankful I am to have found this site and its members-DTR has helped me understand that it's "OK" when I become light headed at the sound of an un-corked Cummins--my friends encourage me to get some help, but I think I've found what I need here! Ok, my question:

I'm going to look at a '94 4x4 5sp later this week. I'm putting together a list of things to check out, but would appreciate any additions you all might have. I'm a pretty fair wrench, but my diesel experience is somewhat limited.

The truck is a longbed reg cab with 200,000 miles.

Thanks in advance for your time.

 

jlipskoc,
Thanks for the quick reply! That list should keep me plenty busy when I go to see the truck!
greg

 

I'll add on things that I wish I would have paid more attention to when i bought mine-

Make sure and look for signs of rust on the doors at the bottom, where the sheetmetal folds around. This spot is known for rot.

Check u-joints for play, especially front axle!

Definitely check the trac bar for play.

Check the injectors for leaks where the line taps into them.

Check valve cover gaskets to see if they are upgraded or just sealed with RTV, the new ones are reusable rubber

That's about all I can offer, jlipskoc has said pretty much all there is to be said!

Good Luck with it, if it is your first Cummins, you will be impressed, but once you tap into the fuel a bit, you will really be impressed!!!