New kid on the block

[87RAMFIDDY]

Hey all. My name is Dylan. I just picked up an '87 Ram 50 2.6l 4wd Sport cab. 140xxx miles. $300 from a close friend. Sat for 2 years before i bought it. She started up after a little convincing. Needs valves done and head machined. 0 compression in cyl 3 i believe it was. Getting valves/ heads done next week and replacing timing. Anyone know a good site online for a kit with everything i need to do timing? Plan is to make this a nice little camping truck for small trips and something to drive in the winter. Gonna put some "33s on her but probably leave the height as is. A light bar here or there. Anyways, is there any other maintenance that i should consider while i have it torn apart? Any notorious issues with this motor? It will be nice to meet any of you. Thanks!
18977:)

[pennyman1]

Welcome to the forum. 33s won't fit stock height without mods to front wheel wells. Check out the sticky on the first things you should do after buying your truck.

[geezer101]

http://www.mightyram50.net/vbulletin/showthread.php/3278-To-the-New-owner-here-you-can-find-what-people-recommend-you-do-first-and-do-it-ASAP Here is a good start for all new D-50/MMM owners. Welcome aboard!

[87RAMFIDDY]

Hey thanks for that info. Good to know. Now i need to decide on a smaller tire or small lift.:shrug:

[Pilot Abilleen]

welcome