Re: [DML] What I would look for If I bought another "D"

[jwit6@xxxx]

Look for rust in the front crumple tube area that supports the radiator/fan 
assy and front torsion bar. Look for peeling epoxy everywhere on the frame.

Pull the mat out of the trunk and check if the access covers have been 
removed and are loose. If loose ckeck for broken/siezed rivnuts. With the 
covers off you can see the fuel pump boot and boot cover. It's probably shot 
if it was stored with gas in it.

If the car was sitting for a long time elevate the front wheels and turn the 
front wheels from lock to lock by grasping the tire itself. If it's not 
smooth you may have rack, u-joint, ball joint or steering column bushing 
issues.

Check the speedo angle drive.

Look under the drivers side dash where the clutch pedal push rod passes thru 
the fire wall into the clutch master cyl. If there is any sign of brake fluid 
the clutch mast cyl is shot.
Engage and release the parking brake. See if it actually works.....
Check all the headliners on both the T section and the doors. Push on the 
fabric with your finger. If it compresses and doesn't immediately return to 
its orig position the foam backing has rotted away and will need all new 
headliner.

Run the heater fan, all speeds....noisy?

Not complete but some additional things to consider.
Jim 6147