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Okay, Here go's it! Well, the 1971 Hilux Toyota Pickup was my first car I bought with my own money. So, this one is very sentimental to me. Here is the catch, I have not one clue anything about engines, carburetors, etc. I am learning from square one. Any help? Oh, My son decided that i could try to make my dreams come true.
My wife has a 1967 Ford truck that her dad left her when he past.Iwas wondering how much it would cost us to restore it back to its original state.she has done so much for everyone else I was wanting to do something for her.
Was driving home from work today and the neatest custom Ford F-100 pickup I've ever seen! Absolutely eye catching red/black paint scheme and must've had a massive engine because it barreled by me in my F-150.
It just got me to thinking, what would it cost to buy an old 50's F100 and restore/customize it to rolling work of art?! The wheels in my brain are churning at the moment- it seems like you could buy one of these old trucks and restore it a little bit at a time as one would have the money.
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It's cheaper to buy one that's already done. Believe me.
another cheap option... Build / buy a 'sleeper'... Forego the expensive body work and use an old pickup that looks like an old pickup, yet MOVES! You can 'restore' it when you are retired and have worn out your rocking chair.
Since I HAUL / tow a lot (30,000 - 50,000#)... I like an old cab mounted on a chassis with airbrakes and RTO tranny.
I think some of that depends on how much experience you have, tools and facility and the passion for the craftsmanship. There is money to be made if it is done correctly and not butchered. As well, there is the satisfaction of a job well done. Just my 2 cents..........
I am looking for someone to restore my 1978 Dodge 4x4 Ramcharger. Engine may need to to be rebuilt. transfer case is fine, rear end is fine, may need electrical work.Trans is fine. Paul
I am looking for someone to restore my 1978 Dodge 4x4 Ramcharger. Engine may need to to be rebuilt. transfer case is fine, rear end is fine, may need electrical work.Trans is fine. Paul
Glad to see that you're open-minded about who works on your truck.
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