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Another restoration project
Hi, new member here.
I'm looking at getting my dad's old 1960 F100 pickup running again.
It's been sitting in a barn for about 10-15 years, and it's in good shape, but I expect the engine is all gummed up from sitting so long. Any good pointers on what I need to do to get it running again? Should I just tow it to a shop and have them work on it? What would I need to do to use unleaded fuel?
Marty (I messed up creating my username)
I'm looking at getting my dad's old 1960 F100 pickup running again.
It's been sitting in a barn for about 10-15 years, and it's in good shape, but I expect the engine is all gummed up from sitting so long. Any good pointers on what I need to do to get it running again? Should I just tow it to a shop and have them work on it? What would I need to do to use unleaded fuel?
Marty (I messed up creating my username)
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Marty - Change your user name now (re-register), or you'll be stuck with it like "raerjim". 
Or, you could keep the signature you have and explain again it every time.
If it was running when it was parked, it won't take too much to get it going again. Others here have a better checklist for that, so I'll let them chime in about it.
DO NOT TAKE IT TO SOMEBODY ELSE!!! Unless, of course, you are looking to blow a lot of money unnecessarily OR have a real good buddy who knows what he's doing. It really isn't that hard a thing to do.
Or, you could keep the signature you have and explain again it every time.
If it was running when it was parked, it won't take too much to get it going again. Others here have a better checklist for that, so I'll let them chime in about it.
DO NOT TAKE IT TO SOMEBODY ELSE!!! Unless, of course, you are looking to blow a lot of money unnecessarily OR have a real good buddy who knows what he's doing. It really isn't that hard a thing to do.
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Welcome to the board!!
I think Randy makes a great point about your user name. If you're going to change it, do it now
Looks like a great project! No need to take it to someone else to mess unless you just like tossing money aside. Dig it out, assess it. I'd start with fluids. Pull the fuel tank and have it cleaned (whatever was in there is varnish now) you'll probably have to go through the carb, fuel pump, etc. Change the oil, check the brakes (they will be empty) etc etc etc.
It looks like a great truck, the big back window is very cool. Does it have a chrome or painted grill?
Good luck
Bobby
I think Randy makes a great point about your user name. If you're going to change it, do it now
Looks like a great project! No need to take it to someone else to mess unless you just like tossing money aside. Dig it out, assess it. I'd start with fluids. Pull the fuel tank and have it cleaned (whatever was in there is varnish now) you'll probably have to go through the carb, fuel pump, etc. Change the oil, check the brakes (they will be empty) etc etc etc.
It looks like a great truck, the big back window is very cool. Does it have a chrome or painted grill?
Good luck
Bobby
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From what can be seen it looks like you have a realy good start. I agree with Bobby dig it out, check it out, Take some more pics so we can see it real good. Do it yourself, That's the most fun part. OH, and WELCOME TO THE FTE.
GOOD LUCK
RUSTY
GOOD LUCK
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From what can be seen it looks like you have a realy good start. I agree with Bobby dig it out, check it out, Take some more pics so we can see it real good. Do it yourself, That's the most fun part. OH, and WELCOME TO THE FTE.
GOOD LUCK
RUSTY SORRY ABOUT THE DOUBLE POST
GOOD LUCK
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Marty (I messed up creating my username)
If you do want to change your user name and run into problems PM me and I will help you.
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Welcome from another newbi...Looks like you have a good start, baced on what we can see in the photo..
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Mary....er...um...I mean, Marty
(sorry, couldn't resist) The truck looks great. I'll bet you can't wait to dig it out and start messing with it.
It looks really clean
Bobby
(sorry, couldn't resist) The truck looks great. I'll bet you can't wait to dig it out and start messing with it.
It looks really clean
Bobby
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Marty
Welcome, great looking begginings.
Take care of you screen name before you go any further, unless of course you don't have a problem w/ it & don't mind being teased.
If you've a Basic knowledge of Engines or are willing to learn, have limited funds & have a friend that's willing to help out w/ the "Olde Girl", go for it.
But, if you do not or are not willing or have physical disabilities that limit you, then you are better off seeking out a Professional that you trust & comes recommended to you by others w/ good experiences w/ the professional you wish to work w/.
You can do this project a little @ a time, it doesn't have to be all @ once, especially if you have to seek the aid of a professional.
1st: get to where you are able to access & assess the "Olde Girl".
Cheque out the whole Brake System 1st & make sure that it works properly.
As you have to be able to stop her even if you are just going to push her to a more convenient place to work on her.
2nd: What's the odometer state for mileage? Does she have a V-8 or I-6? Cheque the Oil to see if any thing that shouldn't be there is (water, metal shavings, etc.). (original engine, worn out, moderately used or barely used or rebuilt?) That'll give an idea right off the bat as to probable condition of the engine. If nothing untoward is found, take the spark plugs out & see if are able to turn the engine over by hand by putting a ratchet & socket on the crank bolt, then but some muscle behind it. Carb will need to be rebuilt & the fuel system cleaned out thoroughly.
3rd: does she have a 3-on-the-Tree (make sure the hydraulic clutch is in working order, rebuild if necessary) or does she have a Ford-O-Matic (cheque fluid contents & replace it)?
4th: Cheque out the electrical system for frayed sections, as it's condition is rather important. You do not wish to have an electrical fire & a melted wiring harness to replace.
Welcome, great looking begginings.
Take care of you screen name before you go any further, unless of course you don't have a problem w/ it & don't mind being teased.
If you've a Basic knowledge of Engines or are willing to learn, have limited funds & have a friend that's willing to help out w/ the "Olde Girl", go for it.
But, if you do not or are not willing or have physical disabilities that limit you, then you are better off seeking out a Professional that you trust & comes recommended to you by others w/ good experiences w/ the professional you wish to work w/.
You can do this project a little @ a time, it doesn't have to be all @ once, especially if you have to seek the aid of a professional.
1st: get to where you are able to access & assess the "Olde Girl".
Cheque out the whole Brake System 1st & make sure that it works properly.
As you have to be able to stop her even if you are just going to push her to a more convenient place to work on her.
2nd: What's the odometer state for mileage? Does she have a V-8 or I-6? Cheque the Oil to see if any thing that shouldn't be there is (water, metal shavings, etc.). (original engine, worn out, moderately used or barely used or rebuilt?) That'll give an idea right off the bat as to probable condition of the engine. If nothing untoward is found, take the spark plugs out & see if are able to turn the engine over by hand by putting a ratchet & socket on the crank bolt, then but some muscle behind it. Carb will need to be rebuilt & the fuel system cleaned out thoroughly.
3rd: does she have a 3-on-the-Tree (make sure the hydraulic clutch is in working order, rebuild if necessary) or does she have a Ford-O-Matic (cheque fluid contents & replace it)?
4th: Cheque out the electrical system for frayed sections, as it's condition is rather important. You do not wish to have an electrical fire & a melted wiring harness to replace.