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I like the way you think. Demolition derby!
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I like the way you think. Demolition derby!
He is going to fix it back to its former glory not make it The Burnout Machine again.
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That is going to be a long row to hoe.
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Yes.....that's exactly what I meant. [emoji14]
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lol lol lol
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Darn right. I know it's not an easy project, but I couldn't let it be sent to junk. These are getting rarer and rarer because people do just that.
This is actually the vehicle I plan on learning body work on. In the truck's defense, just like all Wisconsin vehicles, the driver's side is WAYYY worse than the passenger side. All the truck really needs is a new door (which I already have) one box side (though I may be getting a good deal on a box) as for the fender, rockers and cab corners, those are all very easy projects that I already have parts lined up for. As far as a truck this age around here, that's getting off easy.
Mechanically, it's sound. Runs great, drives great, new brakes, new hoses, alternator, radiator, all the little valves, sensors, etc have been replaced (not that there's a lot on a '77), all the wiring has been gone through, too. I can get in and go. I do plan on replacing the carb just because I'm getting a bargain on an almost new one. A friend is getting a bigger one and I hate the manual choke on mine.
I'm well connected enough to get all the parts at a bargain, and the labor is one of love. When all is said and done, I think most people will think it's a beautiful truck.
He is going to fix it back to its former glory not make it The Burnout Machine again.
This is actually the vehicle I plan on learning body work on. In the truck's defense, just like all Wisconsin vehicles, the driver's side is WAYYY worse than the passenger side. All the truck really needs is a new door (which I already have) one box side (though I may be getting a good deal on a box) as for the fender, rockers and cab corners, those are all very easy projects that I already have parts lined up for. As far as a truck this age around here, that's getting off easy.
Mechanically, it's sound. Runs great, drives great, new brakes, new hoses, alternator, radiator, all the little valves, sensors, etc have been replaced (not that there's a lot on a '77), all the wiring has been gone through, too. I can get in and go. I do plan on replacing the carb just because I'm getting a bargain on an almost new one. A friend is getting a bigger one and I hate the manual choke on mine.
I'm well connected enough to get all the parts at a bargain, and the labor is one of love. When all is said and done, I think most people will think it's a beautiful truck.
I hope you are good with body work.
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I figured you would make it right. I am sure it will be great in the end.
Out here a truck has to be REALLY old to look like that.
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Those are killer little rides! And near impossible to find these days. Congrats.1968 Datsun 2000 Roadster - 2.0 liter overhead cam - 135 HP
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They're like lost puppies. I can't leave them to die!!
It doesn't take long, here. I've seen trucks made in the 2000's that are close to this rough.
It doesn't take long, here. I've seen trucks made in the 2000's that are close to this rough.
I figured you would make it right. I am sure it will be great in the end.
Out here a truck has to be REALLY old to look like that.
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Well, if it runs ok and the frame isn't rotted through....
2000s!? Owning cars there must stink.
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Well, if it runs ok and the frame isn't rotted through....
2000s!? Owning cars there must stink.
Owning a 2000s car does stink.
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The wife's Bullitt all ready to go.
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So, GM guys, what is the deal with the fuc&ing distributor in the back of the engine, where it is impossible to service? Please explain. And I thought Chrysler was chicken $hit.
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Pretty strong language for the FL....
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So, GM guys, what is the deal with the fuc&ing distributor in the back of the engine, where it is impossible to service? Please explain. And I thought Chrysler was chicken $hit.
It is in the back where God intended it to be.
There is plenty of room to change the cap and tune it up. You just have to get used to it.
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It is in the back where God intended it to be.
If the hood opened up in the opposite direction like the Corvettes, I get it. Otherwise......