[68bowtie]

Originally Posted by benbloom

Hi all, happy to say that I just purchased my 4th 67-72, and its by far my coolest yet. This is the most original truck I have ever seen, no rust whatsoever anywhere, and no dents on the body AT ALL (original paint).

A couple points i need advice on, firstly, if i am going to wash away that layer of white chalky oxidation is that going to damage the paint? how can i protect that original color?

How do i find out which engine it has (cubic inches)

also its not running, i obviously need to change the fluids and gas, but how about the transmission oil or differential oil?

I bought this truck for 4500, in the San Francisco bay area. Think that is a fair price for something this original and straight?
thanks for the help everyone!

wow that thing is AWESOME. i agree with most the others...

1. soapy wash and then rubbing compound. for the surface rust spots i like clr and 0000 steel wool, it may take a thin amount of the green paint off, leaving the black primer (check out the first post of the tiffany thread). i like the look of it. i don't like when people shoot clear over it, it just doesn't look right. a good waxing occasionally is the best way to preserve it (imho) and keep it looking original. the paint lasted 48 years, it should last a few more.

2. i think you got info on the engine, to be sure you can check the casting on the side of the block (pass. side above the starter i believe on I-6's).

3. defer to others on the mechanical advice.

4. $4,500 is a good deal for that truck in this area. i wouldn't say you stole it, but it's a good deal. you don't come across them very often in that condition, congrats on the find!