I'm a Volkswagen guy and i know where all the part stores are at and where the best prices are. where do i find after market parts in so cal for early econolines besides ebay. im trying to find a store of some sort or something. thanks!

and dont be hatin on the VWs

 

What are you after. Body stuff is nonexsistant.

 

Im looking for just a general ford shop where i can get brake shoes, bearings or any kinda of tune up parts. was told alot of people just go to autozone or kragen. is this true? i know no one that has a VW does this. just want to make sure i get quality parts. that wont break after a week of installing them. thanks!

 

Yep Kragen autozone pepboys napa all the major brand parts stores will carry stuff. You can also check out fordsix.com for more info and help on the engine and powertrain stuff.

 

cool thanks for replying to my dumb question but someone had to ask it. again thanks!

 

You need to get a catalog from Mac's truck parts for econolines!!! it has everything including body panels.
www.macsautoparts.com
Yes you will have to have them mailed to you but everything I have ever recieved has been top notch!

 

Another place to try for some parts is Dennis Carpenter in NC

 

The BEST autoparts store in SoCal for older car & truck parts:

ENGLER BROS AUTO PARTS ON PICO BLVD. IN WEST LA.

They also have a machine shop.

 

lets see some pics.

 

here's some pictures of some rust repair before the window goes in

 

Thats not anice part of the van to fix. I hope you were able to find a donor piece or fab something that will work.
Hard to get sheet metal parts. Like endgates for the trucks.

 

Tops Auto Supply in Anaheim is a great place to get parts for your Econoline. I just picked up a starter for my 65 for $39.99... that's $20.00 cheaper than Mac's