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Aug 2, 2023 | 08:22 AM

#16

Max Capacity

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From: Tolland, CT

FWIW, if you need other parts, car-part.com is the site for junkyards.

Aug 2, 2023 | 08:28 AM

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FordBoyBeau

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Quote:

Originally Posted by Max Capacity

FWIW, if you need other parts, car-part.com is the site for junkyards.

Thank you! Good to know since it seems local yards have all but shut down.

Aug 2, 2023 | 02:24 PM

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FordBoyBeau

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Looked over dad's truck.

The good:

Rebuilt 300 already out of the truck on engine stand
4 speed trans in the truck last known to be good
Truck is complete
Hood is surface rusted but good condition
Frame is solid

The bad:

Fenders, doors, cab, bed, tail gate all rusted / damaged beyond reasonable repair.

Interior is very rough

I agree with dad that although it's certainly possible to restore it, youd really only be keeping the frame, engine and trans... making this project out of reach.

Aug 4, 2023 | 09:36 PM

#19

FlyJSH

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From: Houston

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Originally Posted by FordBoyBeau

Okay, if the truck will not be a concours show piece. What do you want to do with it? It sounds like she is structurally sound. Whatever you do, don't junk her. I fixed a rotten bed by cutting out the rust, riveted in some sheet metal on the wheel wells and screwed firing strips into floor that was not cancerous. Fully functional, and looks okay.
Do something like that and you have a saleable work truck. Then sell it and buy your dream.