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08-05-2007, 07:12 PM
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go cyclones
Join Date: Jun 2003
Location: Ames, IA
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Paying for a restoration????
So I just got done flipping my house, and want to focus more of my time and money towards my truck. I don't however want to have a ongoing project that will take years to complete. I would like have it down so I can enjoy it next summer. I would like to have any comments from members that had someone else do all the body work. How much could I execpt to pay, my truck is in decent shape with the only real rust around the rockers. Can I assume my frame is bent and I will have to pay through the nose to get that fixed? If anyone can add their 2 cents or past experiences I would greatly appreciate it.
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08-05-2007, 07:18 PM
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Join Date: Oct 2006
Location: Ohio
Posts: 1,643
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Re: Paying for a restoration????
5K would be a starting point. This will get some sheet metal replaced and a very nice driver quality paint job.
Most frames this old have a slight tweak in them - actually a frame repair job is not as bad as it used to be modern tech has brought this price down
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08-05-2007, 07:21 PM
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Join Date: Dec 2006
Location: POWNAL VERMONT
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Re: Paying for a restoration????
it all depends if a professional shop do's it you'll pay if you find a bodyman with a shop at home would be your best but you must make sure you check his work out don't jump the gun and are you sure the frame needs work
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08-05-2007, 07:57 PM
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Join Date: Apr 2004
Location: Covington,Ga
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Re: Paying for a restoration????
I would say if you have the money, go with a Pro and not a back yard pro. Both may do a very good job, but the back yard pro will work for you after his everyday job when he feels like it. Just a thought.
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