If everything works out, I'm going to try to come up Wednesday. Actually, if RC goes with me, that would help. I'm going to need a second driver for the trip home. (foreshadowing)

 

Good evening all, Alan saved my tail yet again and didn't belittle me on here for my mistake, so I gained some new respect for him this weekend/today lol
Long story short....my motor /transmission is finally together and now installed for good in the 79 Explorer. I am thrilled beyond typing. It's a good day when stuff gets done on a dent. Thanks Alan.

 

Wednesday..ok I will be off work at 4:30 and home by 4:40.


Congrats Jeff, did you see that rear bumper link?

 

It's all good, Jeff. We all make mistakes.

 

i guess we can get it arranged for wed. i can jiggle some stuff around on my schedule.. ha ha ha ha ha ..

 

i found something strange about the engine i was working on yesterday in the 1982 4x4.. the engine in it is a 1971, 302... i bought the truck from a guy in arkansas a few years ago... way back in 1987 i sold the 302 engine from my bump "ole rip" to a guy from arkansas... wouldn't that be a kick if it was the same engine.. ha ha ha ha

 

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How did you know what year it was for? Lol, I didn't see where it said lol

 

That would be a good bumper for Bandit.

 

Getting ready for my drive to Joplin. Yes, I'm still on the bench.

Maybe I can get some paint supplys for the dash of the 79 Explorer today. I took out the dash to make it easier.

 

jeff on the casting id ..it starts with a D1...that is a 71 casting #

 

opps sorry jeff.. i thought that question was for me.. ha ha ha ha

 

Good Morning Everybody!

Well, one person backed out of deal I was working on. As long as nobody else does, I should still be good for Wednesday. ...Cross your fingers.

 

Good morning all. Timing cover assy is at the machine shop to get built up and bored back out. This Jeep is a heap.

 

chip it would not of been cheaper just to get a new cover..or find one

 

Hey youins, I gitted to start a new thread.https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/1...nversatin.html
RC, the new one is 900.00. The cheapest used one I've found is 675.00 on EvilPay.