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its a 1986 454 1 ton dually with hydroboosted brakes. it has 33xxx miles on it (probably 133xxx) and is really nice condition for the year/miles. just wondering, what would some of you expect to pay for something like this?

I have already replaced/adjusted the rear brakes, but anyways heres some pics.

http://i159.photobucket.com/albums/t...803_073505.jpg

http://i159.photobucket.com/albums/t...803_073416.jpg

I gave it a good wash and need to buff it out but this is what it should look like when done (current picture the truck is still wet)

http://i159.photobucket.com/albums/t...804_171400.jpg

and everything works on this truck besides it is missing the A/C compressor and lines. everything else works. power windows and door locks. runs and drives fine other than the front brakes dragging a little bit.

I need to cut that bumper off too!

Thanks again guys.

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cleaned up good :)

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Thanks! Yea, I need to buff it out and maybe it'll look like that for a while, not just until it dries. other than the few oil leaks here and there it seems strong, runs, idles just fine.

hit the gas and all 4 tires out back just spin until you want them to stop.

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nice

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Looks good. Always liked red. That back bumper does look pretty rough. I'd fix the leaks and drive it. I'd say... 3500?
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I've contemplated dropping it but i'm afraid that i just wouldnt be happy with it afterwords. And I don't want to bag it.

I was considering doing a cowl hood (heres a link to one I made a couple years ago for my old 1985 K5 Blazer)

I would build it from scratch just like last time.

What do ya think?

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That truck is nice no matter what direction you want to go with it. As for that hood mod, I wish I had taken the time to learn skills like that !!

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It's really just practice. Just like anything else.

pick up a welder, a cheap hood and practice! lol

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Yep, water on a paint job really makes it look great. Just like if you just put on three coats of clear. Will look really sharp when you are done. Good find.