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Trvr_lumsden · 02-14-2011, 06:58 PM

Im 23 and I just enlisted in the Army(Field Artillery). My question is, I have a 1973 GMC 1/2ton Long Bed. It has quite a few problems body wise. Due to rust it needs new front fenders, cab corners, Drivers side floor boards, and door skins both sides. The hood has a few dents and dings, the drivers side rear fender needs replaced due to whiskey dent(PO). The truck leaks oil, tranny fluid, and anti-freeze. So this truck needs quite a bit of work. I am thinking about selling it, I already contacted the PO and he said he wants to buy it back. I already have another vehicle that is my DD. So selling is what im thinking would be best right now, buy another when I'm out. What do you guys think, sell or keep?

Reuben · 02-14-2011, 07:05 PM

First of all, congratulations. I'm Active Duty Artillery and currently stationed where you are headed to, Fort Sill, OK. What is your MOS?

About the truck... If you have that much doubt, just sell it! The DFW area has an abundance of square bodies that you could get once you find out where you may be stationed. Definitely let the PO take back a problematic truck.

VA72C10 · 02-14-2011, 07:05 PM

Thank you for your service!!!!!

If the PO wants it and it's a price that works for you I'd definitely do it and look for one with a better body next time.

**Clyde65** · 02-14-2011, 07:17 PM

I did basic a Ft.Sill, but let's not talk about when that was, OK?

Welcome, I agree, there are plenty of good squares here in DFW, I would just save my $ and keep looking for what you want and jump on it when you come back.

Trvr_lumsden · 02-14-2011, 07:21 PM

Im 13D, basic at Ft. Benning, GA, AIT at Ft, Sill, OK. I ship on May,9( Dads b-day). On another note, I was checking out c-list and found my previous square.http://dallas.craigslist.org/ftw/cto/2213706004.html The motor was a 454, but blew when a crank cap went through the side of the oil pan. Once I get stationed I will be back behind the wheel of a new square. Thanks for the advice. Ruben, How do you like field artillery? I wanted aircraft mechanic but didnt have any available.

Reuben · 02-14-2011, 07:27 PM

Man, I've been at it for ten years now. The Army is what you make of it. I have been all around the world and got to experience a lot of things. You definitely "pay the price" so to speak some days, but overall I wouldn't have it any other way.

I was a 13M. That has a lot to do with missiles and rockets. You will be dealing with fire direction control of howitzers. I recently became a Field Artillery Warrant Officer so I'm now considered a "subject matter expert" on all things artillery... Let me tell ya, it's a complicated process!!!

Reuben · 02-14-2011, 07:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Clyde65

I did basic a Ft.Sill, but let's not talk about when that was, OK?

Welcome, I agree, there are plenty of good squares here in DFW, I would just save my $ and keep looking for what you want and jump on it when you come back.

Haha... Were the starships built then???

tucsonjwt · 02-14-2011, 08:27 PM

Ditto to thanks for doing what most of us won't/can't do to defend the U.S.
Regarding the truck - sell it. Rust is way more trouble than it is worth to fix, and rust free squares are all over the southwest. You will likely get dented/faded trucks, but they are a lot easier to deal with. $2- $3K gets a good project, $4-$5K gets a nice driver. A rebuilt 350 and rebuilt trans makes a reliable truck, assuming brakes/tires, etc. are OK. Working A/C is a big bonus in the hot climates - I would not be without it. Good Luck.

02-14-2011, 06:58 PM	#1
Trvr_lumsden Registered User Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Fort Worth, Texas Posts: 9	Need opinions. Im 23 and I just enlisted in the Army(Field Artillery). My question is, I have a 1973 GMC 1/2ton Long Bed. It has quite a few problems body wise. Due to rust it needs new front fenders, cab corners, Drivers side floor boards, and door skins both sides. The hood has a few dents and dings, the drivers side rear fender needs replaced due to whiskey dent(PO). The truck leaks oil, tranny fluid, and anti-freeze. So this truck needs quite a bit of work. I am thinking about selling it, I already contacted the PO and he said he wants to buy it back. I already have another vehicle that is my DD. So selling is what im thinking would be best right now, buy another when I'm out. What do you guys think, sell or keep? __________________ 1973 GMC 1/2 ton 1995 Chevy Tahoe 2002 Honda Shadow VT1100

02-14-2011, 07:05 PM	#2
Reuben Registered User Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: . Posts: 53	Re: Need opinions. First of all, congratulations. I'm Active Duty Artillery and currently stationed where you are headed to, Fort Sill, OK. What is your MOS? About the truck... If you have that much doubt, just sell it! The DFW area has an abundance of square bodies that you could get once you find out where you may be stationed. Definitely let the PO take back a problematic truck.

02-14-2011, 07:05 PM	#3
VA72C10 VA72C10 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Midlothian, VA Posts: 25,269	Re: Need opinions. Thank you for your service!!!!! If the PO wants it and it's a price that works for you I'd definitely do it and look for one with a better body next time. __________________ Looking for a 67-72 swb or blazer project in or around VA.

02-14-2011, 07:17 PM	#4
Clyde65 1965 Chevy C10, 2005 4.8L/4l60 Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: DFW Texas Posts: 8,540	Re: Need opinions. I did basic a Ft.Sill, but let's not talk about when that was, OK? Welcome, I agree, there are plenty of good squares here in DFW, I would just save my $ and keep looking for what you want and jump on it when you come back. __________________ Clyde65 Rebuild of Clyde http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...84#post8338184 69 Aristocrat Lo Liner build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...84#post7561684 *support our troops!*

02-14-2011, 07:21 PM	#5
Trvr_lumsden Registered User Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Fort Worth, Texas Posts: 9	Re: Need opinions. Im 13D, basic at Ft. Benning, GA, AIT at Ft, Sill, OK. I ship on May,9( Dads b-day). On another note, I was checking out c-list and found my previous square.http://dallas.craigslist.org/ftw/cto/2213706004.html The motor was a 454, but blew when a crank cap went through the side of the oil pan. Once I get stationed I will be back behind the wheel of a new square. Thanks for the advice. Ruben, How do you like field artillery? I wanted aircraft mechanic but didnt have any available. __________________ 1973 GMC 1/2 ton 1995 Chevy Tahoe 2002 Honda Shadow VT1100

02-14-2011, 07:27 PM	#6
Reuben Registered User Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: . Posts: 53	Re: Need opinions. Man, I've been at it for ten years now. The Army is what you make of it. I have been all around the world and got to experience a lot of things. You definitely "pay the price" so to speak some days, but overall I wouldn't have it any other way. I was a 13M. That has a lot to do with missiles and rockets. You will be dealing with fire direction control of howitzers. I recently became a Field Artillery Warrant Officer so I'm now considered a "subject matter expert" on all things artillery... Let me tell ya, it's a complicated process!!!

02-14-2011, 08:27 PM	#8
tucsonjwt Registered User Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Tucson, AZ Posts: 3,188	Re: Need opinions. Ditto to thanks for doing what most of us won't/can't do to defend the U.S. Regarding the truck - sell it. Rust is way more trouble than it is worth to fix, and rust free squares are all over the southwest. You will likely get dented/faded trucks, but they are a lot easier to deal with. $2- $3K gets a good project, $4-$5K gets a nice driver. A rebuilt 350 and rebuilt trans makes a reliable truck, assuming brakes/tires, etc. are OK. Working A/C is a big bonus in the hot climates - I would not be without it. Good Luck.



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