97 K2500 Suburban - Get or No
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Everything is fixable. The question is the cost. Whatever you pay for it, you have to factor in the cost of an engine rebuild and whatever else is wrong with it. Probably not a good buy.
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The one I looked at was very rare I think. It's GMC K2500 SLT with double swing doors. The interior and the paint are perfect for it ages. The visible sight of oil/grease and the lack of service records were scary to me.
I think most drivers don't know that oil and fluid have limited life and they need frequent flushes.
I think most drivers don't know that oil and fluid have limited life and they need frequent flushes.
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Well, if you were to buy a junk yard engine and get a shop to swap it out for you it might still be a good truck. I tend to be optimistic when it's what you want and it fits into your budget. Doing an engine swap isn't a big deal.
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Sounds like warped rotors. Not a big deal. 1997 CHEVROLET K2500 SUBURBAN 5.7L V8 Rotor & Brake Pad Kit | RockAuto
Looks like it has drum brakes in the rear. They might need a look as well. Looks like a good project truck.
Looks like it has drum brakes in the rear. They might need a look as well. Looks like a good project truck.
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