1969 E200 upgrade questions??
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1969 E200 upgrade questions??
I'm picking up a '69 E200 for cheap (free). Just curious if there are a range of years that I could get an automatic steering column out of as I will be removing the 3 speed for a c4/c6. Also, is there any low budget brake upgrades (spindle swaps) or what not for a disc conversion up front? Any help is appreciated.
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Was surprised to see 1 of the old Econolines recently in a U-Pull here in north FL. Hadn't seen 1 anywhere else for years. To bad you don't like Three on the Tree. Maybe after you pick it up, it will grow on you?
I looked into converting my '70 E100 to disc brakes, back in the late 70's & gave up on the idea. Pretty sure if I could've grabbed what's needed from another FORD & bolt it up, I'd have done it. Sold it in '81 & the money rented a U-Haul truck. Sure it can be done, less confident it can be done "low budget" or is economically feasible for a "cheap (free)" 40 year old Econoline. What's the body like?
Ever look at Hemmings Motor News? Its been the bible for classic cars & restoration. There's just about every automotive specialty in the universe advertised in there. I'd try some of the brake & antique FORD parts specialists.
Think I've still got a Chilton manual, maybe an owner manual.
I looked into converting my '70 E100 to disc brakes, back in the late 70's & gave up on the idea. Pretty sure if I could've grabbed what's needed from another FORD & bolt it up, I'd have done it. Sold it in '81 & the money rented a U-Haul truck. Sure it can be done, less confident it can be done "low budget" or is economically feasible for a "cheap (free)" 40 year old Econoline. What's the body like?
Ever look at Hemmings Motor News? Its been the bible for classic cars & restoration. There's just about every automotive specialty in the universe advertised in there. I'd try some of the brake & antique FORD parts specialists.
Think I've still got a Chilton manual, maybe an owner manual.
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Was surprised to see 1 of the old Econolines recently in a U-Pull here in north FL. Hadn't seen 1 anywhere else for years. To bad you don't like Three on the Tree. Maybe after you pick it up, it will grow on you?
I looked into converting my '70 E100 to disc brakes, back in the late 70's & gave up on the idea. Pretty sure if I could've grabbed what's needed from another FORD & bolt it up, I'd have done it. Sold it in '81 & the money rented a U-Haul truck. Sure it can be done, less confident it can be done "low budget" or is economically feasible for a "cheap (free)" 40 year old Econoline. What's the body like?
Ever look at Hemmings Motor News? Its been the bible for classic cars & restoration. There's just about every automotive specialty in the universe advertised in there. I'd try some of the brake & antique FORD parts specialists.
Think I've still got a Chilton manual, maybe an owner manual.
I looked into converting my '70 E100 to disc brakes, back in the late 70's & gave up on the idea. Pretty sure if I could've grabbed what's needed from another FORD & bolt it up, I'd have done it. Sold it in '81 & the money rented a U-Haul truck. Sure it can be done, less confident it can be done "low budget" or is economically feasible for a "cheap (free)" 40 year old Econoline. What's the body like?
Ever look at Hemmings Motor News? Its been the bible for classic cars & restoration. There's just about every automotive specialty in the universe advertised in there. I'd try some of the brake & antique FORD parts specialists.
Think I've still got a Chilton manual, maybe an owner manual.
I am getting the truck for scrap price cause the owner wants to get rid of it. Truck has been in a garage for the last 18 years, has not been driven in 34-35 years. After reading some other threads I think i'll leave it be for now and just enjoy the old van.
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Mileage is around 60k. Body is in real good shape. Limited rust since we're in the south. Always sat on pavement with inflated tires, never in the grass/mud and was pushed into garage about 18 years ago. Surprisingly there is almost no sign of rodent infestation.
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