Checking a Used Truck

[zeleny]

I just won a low mileage 2004 SRT-10 on eBay:
cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Dodge-Ram-1500-/300755251302

This will be my first truck, replacing my previous daily driver, the sorely missed 2005 Cadillac CTS-V. I used to restore classic motorcycles, but my wrenching skills are way out of date, stuck in the era of points and carburetors. I would appreciate any pointers on checking it out before finalizing the purchase, and any suggestions on covering the bed for secure transportation and occasional storage of bulky valuables.

 

[FATJACK]

Wow!!

Congratulations

 

[raymondwebb]

damn thats a new truck shouldnt have any issues

 

[BADBLACKSRT10]

Nice truck. Not even broken in yet. Ya got a great deal. Congrats!
A nice tonneau cover would be good. Couple of things tho....remember the spoiler
if you go with a hard cover. I have a retractable one on mine. Didnt have to remount the
spoiler when I bought it.
Good luck.

 

[zeleny]

Thanks to everyone for their kind words.

Are there any alternatives to tonneau covers for greater carrying capacity?

 

[ontariobee]

a cap? :dontknow: don't do it

 

[SANCHOBA]

a couple of things....
check the torque on the crankshaft pulley bolt,on some 04s they have backed out and caused extensive damage. mine was loose i re torqued with blue loc-tite)
make sure clutch hose/line is secured up and away from exhaust (you can burn the fluid)

 

[bergman]

Congrats!

A truck with such low milage.... almost a shame to drive it