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Pilot FL400R / Re: Hello!
« on: September 16, 2012, 08:10:59 PM »
Thank you for all your information and advice!
Much appreciated!
Much appreciated!
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Pilot FL400R / Re: Hello!
« on: September 14, 2012, 08:37:16 AM »
I don't want to mention any names but it is not Trevor. I agree 6500 is very a very aggressive price.
With the pilots 8 hours away it is difficult for me to "pop by" and check it out.
The guy seems to be very knowledgable about the machines. He claims to have owned it for about 13 years. As I said, he is selling ALL 3 of his pilots, the 6500$ unit is the least expensive.
I guess I'd like to know worst case scenario......what if the motor blew 6 months from now...
Rebuild??? Find a sled engine?? Costs?? Opinions??
I should mention, he may take less money, I have not made an offer at this point.
I can post a pic or two later if anyone's interested to see. Of course it's tough to check out wheel bearings and bushings from a photo, but you all may see something obvious that I have missed.
Thank you all for your advice so far!
With the pilots 8 hours away it is difficult for me to "pop by" and check it out.
The guy seems to be very knowledgable about the machines. He claims to have owned it for about 13 years. As I said, he is selling ALL 3 of his pilots, the 6500$ unit is the least expensive.
I guess I'd like to know worst case scenario......what if the motor blew 6 months from now...
Rebuild??? Find a sled engine?? Costs?? Opinions?? I should mention, he may take less money, I have not made an offer at this point.
I can post a pic or two later if anyone's interested to see. Of course it's tough to check out wheel bearings and bushings from a photo, but you all may see something obvious that I have missed.
Thank you all for your advice so far!
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Pilot FL400R / Re: Hello!
« on: September 12, 2012, 08:25:59 AM »
Thanks for you input so far. I live in Canada. There are not many around here. I did find one about 8 hours away. It looks in very nice shape from the pics. The top end has been freshly rebuilt. The owner actually has 3 pilots for sale. 2 have extensive mods.
The one I am considering is stock other than a aftermarket pipe. He is asking $6500. After speaking to the owner it "seems" as though he was very good at keeping up with maintenance.
I have seen many pilots in the US. for much less, but duty and shipping I'd need to add around $1500. Of course, finding any parts in Canada will be a chore for me as well as everything would be ordered from the US.
I will keep you all posted...
Thanks again!!!
The one I am considering is stock other than a aftermarket pipe. He is asking $6500. After speaking to the owner it "seems" as though he was very good at keeping up with maintenance.
I have seen many pilots in the US. for much less, but duty and shipping I'd need to add around $1500. Of course, finding any parts in Canada will be a chore for me as well as everything would be ordered from the US.
I will keep you all posted...
Thanks again!!!
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Pilot FL400R / Hello!
« on: September 09, 2012, 11:00:50 AM »
Hi everyone! This is my first post here.
I am considering buying a fl400. I'd like to know how reliable these things are. Also, what are any common problems I could face. I understand the machine is 22 years old and I don't expect miracles but what should I be looking at when I go see it.
Any input is appreciated!
Thanks!
I am considering buying a fl400. I'd like to know how reliable these things are. Also, what are any common problems I could face. I understand the machine is 22 years old and I don't expect miracles but what should I be looking at when I go see it.
Any input is appreciated!
Thanks!
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