Been looking for a truck for a while. This is only to tow with, a dozen times a year or so. Just seemed like a coin flip between the F150 and a RAM1500.
Found an auto auction by me, and this was the nicest truck (that wasn't $8k+) on the lot. Got it for $4000.
Not a spec of rust on it, one of my main concerns living in the rust bucket belt.
So I'm interested in buying this 2011 F150 XLT with 191k miles. During inspection I saw this. It's towards the front end of it.
The entire purpose of this vehicle is to tow with. I'll at most put 2k-3k miles a year. Is this worrying damage for a vehicle that will be towing?
I'm located in the Poconos PA. Had about 8 contractors come out, this was the only 1 that actually followed through, so I come to reddit to see.
TLDR Having an addition done about 8x12 covered screened in porch, siding the whole home (600 sqft raised ranch, only half of the raised is exposed in the front), 4 new windows.
1
Permit/Project Management
Obtain Permits for project ( $300 allowance)
Fill out all necessary permit applications and drawings.
Submit applications and schedule inspections of project.
Assign Project Manager for Project.
Manage project to include review material selection with client.
Schedule material deliveries.
Ensure all materials are on location and undamaged
Assign Project Consultant.
Aid in selection of materials for project
Setup meetings or connect client with preferred vendors
Create material selection sheet to aid Project Manager and client with project
Assign Project Designer:
Designer will meet with client to design deck
Designer will create blue prints for permitting process
Construction waste will be removed by client
Note***
Water and Electric will be provided by client for project. If available, workers will be allowed onsite restroom. If this is not possible a porta-john would be an additional cost.
$1,170.00
2
Demo & Masonry
Prep home for construction
Dig (6) 42'' frost footer holes
Set (6) 42'' frost footers with 12'' base pad & uplift kit
Pour pad for stair landing
$4,680.00
3
Framing / Railing
Install New Pressure Treated deck frame ( 2x10 joists) 12' x8' ( 16'' oc)
Install pressure deck boards $4 sf allowance 100 sf
Decking will have a picture framed border
Install pressure treated along deck and stairs
Frame roof over deck
Screen in new deck
Note * Please see plans for specific framing of structure
$13,225.00
4
Roof
Install GAF Timberline HDZ 50 year Shingle or Owings Corning True Definition ( standard color)
Includes ice and water shield, synthetic underlayment and white drip edge
Install fascia . Color tbd
Note*** gutter would require a change order
$3,120.00
5
Siding
Install vinyl Siding on home. 11 square allowance (Georgia Pacific Compass Dutch lap)
J channel will abut windows
$10,640.00
6
Window Package
Replace (4) windows. $400 allowance per window
$4,680.00
7
Low E house wrap
$1,620.00
Subtotal
$39,135.00
Tax
$0.00
Total
$39,135.00
Amount Paid
$0.00
Balance Due
$39,135.00
Buying it for $3650 and an 03 BMW 525i.
Pretty sure I'll be going through with it just wanted others opinions. The bit of rust this has is nothing compared to some rust buckets I've seen. I live in PA so lots of salt.
I will specifically using this to tow. Not as a daily. My camper, and a trailer and do projects and what it.
Anyone notice anything I didn't? No pictures of the frame but they said it's very solid.
This was a sponsored ad on Facebook Market place. The message I got after asking them "what's the catch?" Was this:
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The truck has 113,808 miles, an automatic transmission, and a 6.0L V8 engine. It has been well maintained, serviced only at dealerships, and always stored indoors.
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This truck belonged to my father, who recently passed away, and selling it has become a priority for me after moving to Lincoln, Nebraska for a new job.
I’m asking $1,500 and hoping to sell it to someone who will actually use and appreciate it.
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Because I am currently on a military base for training, the truck is already with Shiply in Nebraska and ready for delivery. So there would be no delivery cost to you. Shiply handles the process safely for both sides—you would be able to receive, inspect, and test the truck before any payment is released to me.
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If you’d like to move forward, please send me your full name, complete delivery address, phone number and email address so I can start the process with Shiply.
This will be my first truck. Looks like it's in really good shape and the price is decent too.
My main concern is that I solely plan on towing with it (camper, trailer etc) and I've read a lot about the timing chains and transmission. I'd be putting under 2500 miles a year with it.
Should I get it?
So I bought this off of auction on a whim ($750) with no keys ($325) and I'm trying to get it up and running. So far I've replaced the battery ($200) and did an oil change/added coolant ($80). I turned the key and start right up, I was very surprised considering it likely sat for 5+ years.
It stays running for the most part. Sometimes I gotta give it gas cuz the idle seems to be acting weird. I'm somewhat mechanically inclined, but first ever BMW.
Any guesses as to why it idles like this? Is it the alternator?Also makes a buzzing sound after it dies, is that an indication of anything?
Bonus points if anyone knows it's normal for the digital dash to be how it is, that's not a camera trick it's how it actually looks.
For a while I've suspected I had a 2nd septic tank. As there was a basement bathroom, about 5' under the existing septic.
While digging for a leaking water line I found this. It wouldn't be anything else, right? Could it be a well? Looks about 3" in diameter. Not sure if it's the age but looks like layers of a material.
So I got a leak in my water line and was quoted $12k to replace. Obviously not doing that, just looking to see if anyone can tell what size this is, so I can get appropriate fittings to connect to the existing one.
Also this wouldn't be anything other than poly line, right?
To make a plane drop... Let's say 10' mid flight?
Just woke up from a nap on the plane, and that's what happened in my dream. Now I'm curious, if even possible.
And holy shit. I've never been more convinced on a decision I made being so right. It's exactly how I imagined working in a commercial setting would be, I come from residential.
So many things done the right way. The right amount of people for the right amount of work. I cannot wait until the day where I can take the pledge.
It's been something I've been chasing for 4 years, and finally given the opportunity to put my foot in the door.
So I picked these windows up for free the basement. I didn't realize that they had this weird "track" on the bottom side, while the top side is flat. Am I missing something to install these properly? A 2x4 fits in there standing on the 2" side.
Or at least what this type of window is called so I can look into it? Tried doing a reverse image but just get normal window installation.
It's been 3 years since I first started the process at Local 102. Thanks to a fellow redditor I found out Local 375 (which is like 30 min closer) had expanded to my area.
I went in and applied for their CW/CE program and start Monday with my first contractor. Then Tuesday I have my first interview for the apprenticeship at 375. Kinda happy I got into the CW as they placed me as a CW3 so my starting pay (even if I go to the apprenticeship) will be higher to start.
I'm beyond excited and grateful for the opportunity. Keep your head up if you're still in the process, dedication will shine through.
A whole ass noob flipper here... So I won the bid on this 2003 BMW 5 series (https://www.govdeals.com/en/asset/51/30926?utm\_campaign=Transactional%20-%20Outbid&utm\_medium=email&\_hsenc=p2ANqtz--VfbwOZLLCLFc0Y4XsA6Izpp3FFTBO1BsFfzskZAAID6L6brNCvx2rtvMTLLcjbluzly3UfUVEkpc2tdilUyL1hVHREg&\_hsmi=360213843&utm\_content=360213843&utm\_source=hs\_email).
Just entirely on a whim knowing not much about these cars, besides "Beemer!" And having some 2nd doubts on it. Don't know if it's running, and no keys, but it does have a title. Seems to be the key will cost me almost half the price of the car bid. So that made me have some 2nd thoughts.
Worse case scenario is a part out. Will that even make me break even? I'm hoping to get the key, and do basic stuff and it magically work. Might just be the price I paid for a lesson.