Advice Re: '77 Chevy Pickup

They are pretty good trucks and engines.

Leaks can be an issue, just because of age, not mileage.

For that price, if it isn't a smoker or a pin cushion for oil you can't go too wrong.

Things like brakes and exhaust fail from age too, but they are easy fixes.

Mike

Jimmy wrote:

It is a common joke that you should never buy a house from a carpenter, or a vehicle from a mechanic. Hell, a janitor wont't keep his own house clean either.

-- Regards Gordie

Not a bad deal if mileage is correct. The only thing in these years that I would look for is RUST. Mid 70's were bad for GM using what they called recycled or just plain s***ty sheet metal. They were prone to early deterioration. Camshafts were an issue in these years but I'm thinking that if I remember correctly that it was more in the 305's than the 350's. Good luck.

Alright. Thank you all for your help. I bought the truck. ... So, now more help please. . . I've noticed that there is a slight tremble when in drive but at a complete stop. I didn't notice this when I originally test drove it last week. I payed careful attention then, so I imagine this is new. Also, the truck smells like gas. It's quite strong. This wasn't there last week either. Any ideas on potential problems? Again, Thank You.

The rochestor carbs are notorious for sticking float needle/seats also...It would probably be hard to restart when it sticks if thats the case. MK