davidb56
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Im having to choose between the two. the 1970 belongs to a close friend who keeps his equipment up perfectly, and will deliver it for free. the 1987 is from a private party 477 miles away. The 87 has dual circuit brakes, air ride seat, drop down sides, and brand new Michelin xl tires. I may "bob" the one I get for snow plowing, or just plow the way it is. the roads are narrow up here, so maneuvering would be easier with one less axel. the 1970 is 2000$ cheaper, and looks like new. it was bought by him about 15-20 years ago in Utah at a military base auction. He personally inspected it. I don't know much about the 87, except for the pictures he sent me. The drive back has me concerned as I have many long miles pulling grades from Portland to Bonners Ferry, then goat trail the rest of the way. Im not intending to use this truck for anything but a few 50 mile trips for lumber, and the rest is just firewood and snow plowing. What is your view?