Things to check when in the air

[tattoojohnny]

I've got a couple hours use of a friend of a friends lift on saturday. First time I've had to have a proper look at the underside and am wondering what I should be looking out for. Will be going around prodding her with a screwdriver to see what welding needs doing. She's got an underslung water tank which I haven't filled up yet so might fill it up and check that for any leaks etc. Anything else I can check while she's in the air? And where can I find the engine code to identify what engine she has, apparently she had a new one fitted about 6 years ago.
As always any advice gratefully appreciated

[1664]

Brake hoses, fuel lines, coolant pipes.

Engine code is stamped next to the base of the oil breather tower thingy.

[Titus A Duxass]

Drive shaft boots.

[kevtherev]

every thing that moves ....

[langb20]

clean up earth strap on front of gearbox to chassis

[nicktennear]

Ask someone pretty to hold your hand and be ready with tissues. Good luck fella.

[fullsunian]

Check rear springs..lowest coil breaks off. Rear arms for corrosion. Both inner and outer sills. Front and rear jacking points. ...