high mileage 5.9 limited?
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high mileage 5.9 limited?
I found a 98 5.9 limited near me for $1500, the only catch is it has 186k miles on it. I was able to start it but not drive it due to it being blocked in the guys driveway.
Also the rig has been sitting for 3 or 4 years.
So my questions, is this rig something to consider, and if so, what points should I look at when I go back to take a closer look?
Thanks!
Also the rig has been sitting for 3 or 4 years.
So my questions, is this rig something to consider, and if so, what points should I look at when I go back to take a closer look?
Thanks!
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Year: 1996
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Engine: 4.0
I bought my 5.9 with 198k for $2500. It is a blast to drive.
Find out why it has been sitting. The viscous coupler in the 249 tends to fail. This is hard on the axle bearings and gears.
It has a better transmission than what was used in most ZJs
Buy it. Even if you don't keep it, you'll have no problem making your money back.
Find out why it has been sitting. The viscous coupler in the 249 tends to fail. This is hard on the axle bearings and gears.
It has a better transmission than what was used in most ZJs
Buy it. Even if you don't keep it, you'll have no problem making your money back.
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