1979 F250 Worth Restoring?
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10-27-2012, 11:28 PM
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1979 F250 Worth Restoring?
Truck:
1979 Ford F250 Ranger XLT
2WD, 460, automatic trani
Dad just gave me his old truck that he had stored in his garage, now I'm considering if its worth restoring it, selling it, or sending it to picknpull. The truck is in poor condition (in my opinion although I've seen worse)
TRUCK:
^ the "R" fell off found it
THE BAD
^ Only on the right door
The truck was in the garage for almost 7 years, after the steering box/brakes went out dad stopped using it. The truck was occasionally turned on, and the truck would turn on without a problem, even though the truck was only turned on once in a wile (about every 3 months). Last week we turned on the truck, a few mins later truck backfired and sadly it hasn't turned on since then, the ONLY way to get it running a few seconds is by adding fuel directly in the carburetor which will only make the engine run for about 5-10 seconds.
Now I honestly don't know what to do!, I LOVE the truck, but I don't know if its worth it, what do you guys think?
1979 Ford F250 Ranger XLT
2WD, 460, automatic trani
Dad just gave me his old truck that he had stored in his garage, now I'm considering if its worth restoring it, selling it, or sending it to picknpull. The truck is in poor condition (in my opinion although I've seen worse)
TRUCK:
^ the "R" fell off found it
THE BAD
^ Only on the right door
The truck was in the garage for almost 7 years, after the steering box/brakes went out dad stopped using it. The truck was occasionally turned on, and the truck would turn on without a problem, even though the truck was only turned on once in a wile (about every 3 months). Last week we turned on the truck, a few mins later truck backfired and sadly it hasn't turned on since then, the ONLY way to get it running a few seconds is by adding fuel directly in the carburetor which will only make the engine run for about 5-10 seconds.
Now I honestly don't know what to do!, I LOVE the truck, but I don't know if its worth it, what do you guys think?
#2
10-27-2012, 11:37 PM
Truck:
1979 Ford F250 Ranger XLT
2WD, 460, automatic trani
Dad just gave me his old truck that he had stored in his garage, now I'm considering if its worth restoring it, selling it, or sending it to picknpull. The truck is in poor condition (in my opinion although I've seen worse)
TRUCK:
^ the "R" fell off found it
THE BAD
^ Only on the right door
The truck was in the garage for almost 7 years, after the steering box/brakes went out dad stopped using it. The truck was occasionally turned on, and the truck would turn on without a problem, even though the truck was only turned on once in a wile (about every 3 months). Last week we turned on the truck, a few mins later truck backfired and sadly it hasn't turned on since then, the ONLY way to get it running a few seconds is by adding fuel directly in the carburetor which will only make the engine run for about 5-10 seconds.
Now I honestly don't know what to do!, I LOVE the truck, but I don't know if its worth it, what do you guys think?
1979 Ford F250 Ranger XLT
2WD, 460, automatic trani
Dad just gave me his old truck that he had stored in his garage, now I'm considering if its worth restoring it, selling it, or sending it to picknpull. The truck is in poor condition (in my opinion although I've seen worse)
TRUCK:
^ the "R" fell off found it
THE BAD
^ Only on the right door
The truck was in the garage for almost 7 years, after the steering box/brakes went out dad stopped using it. The truck was occasionally turned on, and the truck would turn on without a problem, even though the truck was only turned on once in a wile (about every 3 months). Last week we turned on the truck, a few mins later truck backfired and sadly it hasn't turned on since then, the ONLY way to get it running a few seconds is by adding fuel directly in the carburetor which will only make the engine run for about 5-10 seconds.
Now I honestly don't know what to do!, I LOVE the truck, but I don't know if its worth it, what do you guys think?
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10-27-2012, 11:38 PM
In reality, you're the only one who can make that decision. There are a lot of factors you have to consider, the number one is your own financial situation. Second would be just how far do you want to go, a truck to knock around in, a nice weekend cruiser, a full body off resto. How much work can you do, how much will need to be farmed out. What level of quality is acceptable to you. All of these have drastic effects on the cost.
The next issue is the time frame. The faster it needs to be done, the more it's going to cost (I've been working on mine for years, I figure by the time I'm finished with it, it should be free). If this is a long term project it can be less expensive because you have time to "shop around".
In my opinion it doesn't look that bad.
The next issue is the time frame. The faster it needs to be done, the more it's going to cost (I've been working on mine for years, I figure by the time I'm finished with it, it should be free). If this is a long term project it can be less expensive because you have time to "shop around".
In my opinion it doesn't look that bad.
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10-28-2012, 01:41 AM
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Truck:
1979 Ford F250 Ranger XLT
2WD, 460, automatic trani
Dad just gave me his old truck that he had stored in his garage, now I'm considering if its worth restoring it, selling it, or sending it to picknpull. The truck is in poor condition (in my opinion although I've seen worse)
TRUCK:
^ the "R" fell off found it
THE BAD
^ Only on the right door
The truck was in the garage for almost 7 years, after the steering box/brakes went out dad stopped using it. The truck was occasionally turned on, and the truck would turn on without a problem, even though the truck was only turned on once in a wile (about every 3 months). Last week we turned on the truck, a few mins later truck backfired and sadly it hasn't turned on since then, the ONLY way to get it running a few seconds is by adding fuel directly in the carburetor which will only make the engine run for about 5-10 seconds.
Now I honestly don't know what to do!, I LOVE the truck, but I don't know if its worth it, what do you guys think?
1979 Ford F250 Ranger XLT
2WD, 460, automatic trani
Dad just gave me his old truck that he had stored in his garage, now I'm considering if its worth restoring it, selling it, or sending it to picknpull. The truck is in poor condition (in my opinion although I've seen worse)
TRUCK:
^ the "R" fell off found it
THE BAD
^ Only on the right door
The truck was in the garage for almost 7 years, after the steering box/brakes went out dad stopped using it. The truck was occasionally turned on, and the truck would turn on without a problem, even though the truck was only turned on once in a wile (about every 3 months). Last week we turned on the truck, a few mins later truck backfired and sadly it hasn't turned on since then, the ONLY way to get it running a few seconds is by adding fuel directly in the carburetor which will only make the engine run for about 5-10 seconds.
Now I honestly don't know what to do!, I LOVE the truck, but I don't know if its worth it, what do you guys think?
What state are you in?
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10-28-2012, 07:22 AM
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In reality, you're the only one who can make that decision. There are a lot of factors you have to consider, the number one is your own financial situation. Second would be just how far do you want to go, a truck to knock around in, a nice weekend cruiser, a full body off resto. How much work can you do, how much will need to be farmed out. What level of quality is acceptable to you. All of these have drastic effects on the cost.
The next issue is the time frame. The faster it needs to be done, the more it's going to cost (I've been working on mine for years, I figure by the time I'm finished with it, it should be free). If this is a long term project it can be less expensive because you have time to "shop around".
In my opinion it doesn't look that bad.
The next issue is the time frame. The faster it needs to be done, the more it's going to cost (I've been working on mine for years, I figure by the time I'm finished with it, it should be free). If this is a long term project it can be less expensive because you have time to "shop around".
In my opinion it doesn't look that bad.
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10-28-2012, 04:24 PM
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Naw you should just get rid of it...And send it to me! 
If your Dad gave it to ya you have 0 dollars into it to start so your way ahead of the dollars game.
Take that money buy a welder...Ask lots of questions if needed...Dont jump into it thinking you'll be done in a few months take your time and have some fun you'll learn a skill and have a sweet ride when your done.
If your Dad gave it to ya you have 0 dollars into it to start so your way ahead of the dollars game.
Take that money buy a welder...Ask lots of questions if needed...Dont jump into it thinking you'll be done in a few months take your time and have some fun you'll learn a skill and have a sweet ride when your done.
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This could be a good chance for you and your dad to spend some time together working on her.
If you keep it then start on stopping the rust. sounds like the carb needs rebuilt from sitting so long, maybe $30 to $40 for that. These old trucks don't cost a lot for parts. Some you can get from junk yards.
If you keep it then start on stopping the rust. sounds like the carb needs rebuilt from sitting so long, maybe $30 to $40 for that. These old trucks don't cost a lot for parts. Some you can get from junk yards.
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In reality, you're the only one who can make that decision. There are a lot of factors you have to consider, the number one is your own financial situation. Second would be just how far do you want to go, a truck to knock around in, a nice weekend cruiser, a full body off resto. How much work can you do, how much will need to be farmed out. What level of quality is acceptable to you. All of these have drastic effects on the cost.
The next issue is the time frame. The faster it needs to be done, the more it's going to cost (I've been working on mine for years, I figure by the time I'm finished with it, it should be free). If this is a long term project it can be less expensive because you have time to "shop around".
In my opinion it doesn't look that bad.
The next issue is the time frame. The faster it needs to be done, the more it's going to cost (I've been working on mine for years, I figure by the time I'm finished with it, it should be free). If this is a long term project it can be less expensive because you have time to "shop around".
In my opinion it doesn't look that bad.
, and to make matters worse, they told me I can't have the truck sitting there anymore!
I would take the truck back to my Dad's place and begin restoring it but sadly he doesn't have room anymore.
dont forget its also a big block! everything you need to convert a 4x4 except perches and mounts
Now, I've found 2 images, that's similar how I would like my truck to look:
IF I start restoring it, does anyone know how much the engine weights? I honestly don't want to buy a weak engine stand. Body work isn't a problem, the problem would be engine work, In school I only took a 2 year class...
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