New member in Los Angeles

[supergeess]

Hi everyone,
I am new to the FSJ world and am looking to see if there are any members in Los Angeles or nearby? Any get togethers/ shows?

[Dr.E]

Welcome from La Habra (north O.C.)
Do you live in L.A. or a suburb?

[supergeess]

I am very close to LAX. I am actually in the process of purchasing a 77 Chief Sport. Any advice on what to look for? So far I know the gas gauge does not work.

[Dr.E]

Make sure the tags are current! The seller may be having trouble getting it to pass the emissions test. The gas gauge problem is common. Most of the time the ground wire on the sending unit is corroded or the sending unit is bad. If you can post some pics in the FSJ general discussion section others with the same year/model may chime in with specifics to look out for. If you can post a link to a photo web host, you can have many pics so others can get a good idea of the engine/trans/transfer case, interior/exterior,axles,signs of chronic oil/lube leaks etc. This is a good way to have others help you catch modifications that may be a problem. Claims of the seller such as "original condition" can be verified from detailed photos of the things listed. Finally, if it runs have a friend follow you on a test drive and observe things like blue ,black or white smoke from tail pipe, signal function, tracking, ie does the front axle look lined up with the rear (frame bent)? How does the 4x4 seem to function,ie. (strange clunking sounds when engaged, have your friend verify that the front drive shaft turns)?

[supergeess]

Man...you are great! That is the kind if help I was looking for. I'm supposed to take a second look this weekend. If the things you mentioned check out, most likely I'll. But it. Thanks again.

[Geminiroq]

I am close to LAX too!

Congrats on the purchase and welcome to this madness :thumbsup:

[supergeess]

Good news! I just purchased the 1977 Chief. It is in excellent condition. I followed the advice given and looked for all the things mentioned. I test drove it for about 30 minutes...the seller was very easy going. I drove it home roughly 75 miles, then drove it around the house about another 10 miles or so. Amazingly, most things seem to work, except the gas gauge...which makes me very cautious of driving it. I would hate to run out of gas. The engine runs very good, but it does have some oil leaks. It has the Chief S badges on it, but I am just not familiar with these yet to know how significant that is or if they are original badges. It seems to be tricky to get the gas pump situated in the gas filler nozzle correctly. Is this common? I plan on performing most of the work, once I become more familiar with this vehicle. In the meantime, is there a shop you guys would suggest?

I will post pics soon as I can.

[Dos Jeepos]

I'm out north of you in Simi Valley. I'm always out in Santa Monica though cause my bro lives out there.

[supergeess]

Hey Dos Jeepos! Looks like you have the same year. Next time your out my way and have some free time, hit me up.

[Dos Jeepos]

Will do...

[five16]

Welcome from the Metropolis of Winder Georgia.

[64 wagoneer]

Welcome to the forum. We are still waiting for your pictures. I ran across this post today on craigslist. I thought you may be able to use it.
http://losangeles.craigslist.org/lac/ctd/2300211524.html

[supergeess]

Thank you. That is very helpful. I called and left message. Hopefully they have what I am looking for.