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1940 ford pickup complete restoration
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restobeginner |
06-22-2017 @ 12:51 PM
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I recently took over a truck restoration from a buddy of mine and im not sure how to proceed.
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CharlieStephens |
06-22-2017 @ 1:08 PM
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Posting a picture would be a good place to start. Where are you on the project? Is the paint ready to rub out or did he just take everything part and put it in boxes? You should also put your general location in your profile, you can never tell when it will be important. Charlie Stephens
This message was edited by CharlieStephens on 6-22-17 @ 1:09 PM
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restobeginner |
06-22-2017 @ 1:19 PM
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Some info on the truck and build: When the truck was first brought to my yard it looked like someone was going for the ratrod look. It sat low to the ground and had a decent cab and bed. The front and rear fenders were missing along with the hood of the truck. As far as the motor goes, it looks like it was left outside for years with no protection so i'm not looking to use it. On to when my buddy was working on it. My friend E did not like the way the truck sat, so he purchased some new metal and found some schematics on the chassis and decided to make his own. I'm not sure how it sits, if its straight, if its welded fine, anything! E seemed to be happy with it because he proceeded to add airbags in the rear, new rotors, brakes, and calipers. This is where he left off. And where im picking up. As of now I have 2 chassis for 1 truck. This is where my first set of questions start. How do I check if the chassis is in good shape? What should I use to protect the chassis? (paint,coatings) How do I get it to the rolling chassis stage? metal or fiberglass replacement parts? I have a genuine interest in restoring cars, im looking to become a car guy, im not there yet. Im not concerned with originality. I want to drive this truck whenever I want, wherever I want, knowing its reliable. I want modern brakes,Fuel injection, and AC! If im short a part/piece, I have no problem buying from a place that sells new original like parts.(macsautoparts.com) My short term goal is to get the chassis protected with a coating, have all frame work ready for cab/panels and then to move on to the motor.
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restobeginner |
06-22-2017 @ 1:20 PM
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pics incoming.
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restobeginner |
06-22-2017 @ 1:32 PM
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New chassis
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restobeginner |
06-22-2017 @ 1:33 PM
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New chassis (pic taken from back)
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restobeginner |
06-22-2017 @ 1:34 PM
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Airbags and rear end mentioned previously
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restobeginner |
06-22-2017 @ 1:35 PM
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Rear brakes
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restobeginner |
06-22-2017 @ 1:35 PM
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Cab
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restobeginner |
06-22-2017 @ 1:35 PM
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Bed
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