What should I look for in a 93

[CKibler]

I'm looking at a 93 350 4x4 auto with n/overdrive extended cab. cab frame and engine are very clean. 100,000 miles bed is bad from a slide in camper. It has 3. 53 rears. What engine rpm should I see at 60mph? Also what should I be on the llok out for as in trouble? Thanks

 

[dpuckett]

DId you say auto with no OD? That isnt right at all. They ALL had OD if they were intercooled.



At 60mph, if it has a stock Torque convertor, you will see anywhere from 1900-2200rpm, depending on the condition of the transmission. Same if you are in 3rd.



I'd look for typical stuff in a 93 truck of any make- front suspension, brakes, rear diff, odd noises, pulling when driving or stopping, u-jopints, interior, wiring nightmares. With that low a mileage, expect to do fuel system and brake system work on it- it has done a LOT of sitting, or a LOT of stop and go driving, neither of which are good for it.



Daniel

 

[CKibler]

Thanks for the reply. I didn't see any overdrive markings at all and it is intercooled. Truck was used to tow a 5th wheel from long island ny to fla keys every year. It was my ex father in laws truck He passed away a year ago and it sat for about a year before that. Runs good and quiet. He just isn't around to answer most of the questions I have about the truck and its maint.

 

[dpuckett]

On the dash, down low and to the right of the steering column, should be a push-button switch, that says "OD OFF" (It will light up orangish/ yellowish when OD is off) There may or may not be a cargo light switch, too, right next to it.



SRW beds are easy to come by (relitively) and not that costly.



DP