I am looking at a 92, 250, Diesel. It has 138000+ miles showing, the cruse control and trip odometer don't work, I didn't notice the odometer. The speed does register. It has good power, starts easy, runs smooth, shifts solid under power. It had a 5th wheel. They are asking $3600.00. Is there anything I need to look at in particular on this model? Is it a first or second generation? It needs cosmetic work. Anything else I should know?

Thanks
Mike

 

Sounds like a good deal. Can't help much about things to watch out for. Have to wait for some of the first gen guys to chime in.

And welcome to dieseltruckresource!

 

is it 4x4? check U-joints,brakes, tires

if it needs cosmetics i would think under 3k, manual or auto?if things arent currently working in it, chances are it wasnt maintained very well

 

It's a 1st gen, and the price is OK if it's a 2wd and a steal if it's a 4X4.

If the cosmetic problems include rust over the windshield - that's a big deal. They rust from the inside out up there.

 

my buddy has 98 CTD. he didnt want to many miles so he unplugged some sensor on the rear diff. his speedo, tach and cruise dont work and his odometer reads 220k. he probably has over 500k by now. see if they didnt unplug the same sensor. probably did and have lots of k

 

The 1st gens get the road speed signal off the trans. The RWAL sensor in the diff has nothing to do with it, it's a totally separate system. If the speedo works, the problem is a broken gear in the odometer.

 

Thank to ALL who have answered.

I tried to make an offer Saturday but they were closed. I'll try Tuesday.

This is the body style of truck I like.

Again THANKS.

Mike A.K.A. Santa