Sad Thoughts
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Cargo Master
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From: Golden, CO
Sad Thoughts
I should be happy: I have a line on a '76 short bed 4X4, reasonably clean, no engine, scrapyard price.
I have to part with the '74 short bed 4X4. My hobby for the past 16 years has been escaping the junkyards with this truck. I have also collected numerous parts to modify the '74: Two speed transfer case, power steering, stepside bed.
I took my wife on our first official "date" in this beater. The first time I saw the twins I was driving it past their house. I fought to buy it, keep it, and repair it. My Blue Heeler took his last ride in it, as did her Chow mix; those dogs loved to wheel.
Now I have to look at the rust in the cab mounts, floor pans, and cowl. The logical thing is to buy the better roller and junk this one. Still don't like doing it. If anyone is interested in a pre-cat, pre-unleaded short bed truck with a clear title and a lot of problems let me know: Hypoids.haus at yahoo dot com
I just hate to see my old friend go.
I have to part with the '74 short bed 4X4. My hobby for the past 16 years has been escaping the junkyards with this truck. I have also collected numerous parts to modify the '74: Two speed transfer case, power steering, stepside bed.
I took my wife on our first official "date" in this beater. The first time I saw the twins I was driving it past their house. I fought to buy it, keep it, and repair it. My Blue Heeler took his last ride in it, as did her Chow mix; those dogs loved to wheel.
Now I have to look at the rust in the cab mounts, floor pans, and cowl. The logical thing is to buy the better roller and junk this one. Still don't like doing it. If anyone is interested in a pre-cat, pre-unleaded short bed truck with a clear title and a lot of problems let me know: Hypoids.haus at yahoo dot com
I just hate to see my old friend go.
Last edited by Hypoid; Jan 14, 2007 at 10:10 PM.
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Cargo Master
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I dunno...maybe a couple hundred. Depends on how many extra parts fall in the back, how many i need to keep. The closest thing I have to a running engine is the 360 in the old truck. The new truck has a 460 transplanted in; VIN says 360 from the factory. I don't even know what I need to take other than the bell housing.
So many variables, so little time...
So many variables, so little time...
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Hey man,
I just did the samething
My 79 F250 up in Mich has alot of memories first truck I've ever drove my dad owned it and then me...lots of fun, but the poor thing has seen to many salty roads and well now I got a 78 F250 in alot better shape. So I know what you mean
Jim
I just did the samething
My 79 F250 up in Mich has alot of memories first truck I've ever drove my dad owned it and then me...lots of fun, but the poor thing has seen to many salty roads and well now I got a 78 F250 in alot better shape. So I know what you meanJim
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Hypoid, If it makes you keep it, I have a decent cab/fenders/doors/ from a 78' here in colorado, and you can have it to keep your old friend on the road!
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Cargo Master
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That is enticing...I'm sorta speechless at the moment...thanks!
Hmmm, an engine swap sounds easier at this point. The Mrs does not share my sentiment for the truck. She conceeded to the replacement, kicked a fuss at the thought of two broken down trucks in the drive. More parts stacked up would probably push her over the edge. 8~O
BTW, nice toys in your sig!
Hmmm, an engine swap sounds easier at this point. The Mrs does not share my sentiment for the truck. She conceeded to the replacement, kicked a fuss at the thought of two broken down trucks in the drive. More parts stacked up would probably push her over the edge. 8~O
BTW, nice toys in your sig!
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AWWW DOGGONNNIT! I've been thinking about this all day now. Would it be possible for me to look it over, size up what's involved With a cab swap?
Any scenario I consider, I'm fixing an engine. That's about the only constant.
Any scenario I consider, I'm fixing an engine. That's about the only constant.
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Hmmm, nothing here; and I sent an email to you last night through FTE. I have wondered about the FTE system for some time, oh well.
hypoids.haus at yahoo.com
I have to work Saturday morn, should be done by 11:00 AM.
Thanks, Mike
hypoids.haus at yahoo.com
I have to work Saturday morn, should be done by 11:00 AM.
Thanks, Mike
