G Wagen 280 GE Manual

Totally agree with Russ. The chassis on these things is industrial and well over engineered. It's made up of heavy duty box section with a wall thickness off 6mm according to the information I have. It was also injected with waxoil on the production line so no problems to look for there. What to look at are the parts that are welded on to the chassis like shock absorber mounts, spring seats and the like. As long as there is no major corrosion here you'll be fine. The rear end ( body ) as Russ says will probably have signs off rust but it's entirely up to you if you can live with it. It will also give you something to do. :lol: Check also the springs as they have a tendancy to break at the lower coil. Take someone with you to operate the steering wheel back and forth while you check the drag rod and track rod ball joints do not have excess play. Make sure the heater blower works as this is a major job to replace. Take hold of the wiper arms and see if there is any play in the bushes. Check the front discs are not too corroded and the pads are marking a good surface area especially if the truck has been layed up for any length of time. Look for any major signs of oil from the engine, gearbox, transfer box and axles after you have driven it. Check the exhaust for corrosion. Ask as many questions as you can regarding maintenance that has been carried out, although you will have to take their word on it. Feel the carpets at the front footwells, you'll probably find they are wet but point this out. That's all I can recall at the momment but I'm sure others will come in with their advice. Remember and take your overalls, get under and take your time so as you don't regret your decision. Should you find any faults this will help get the price down as well :wink: