In Times of Want and Woe

[WALYS60]

Hey all,

My first post was last week in regard to a one off in a car show. Seems like that is a far off concern for sure at this point . I haven't even gotter driving yet...still waiting on a new radiator that had to be ordered...OUCH them things are not cheap! I'm a couple grand into it without even starting the restoration yet and am starting to get just a tad concerned. Not that I ever plan on selling it, but at this rate, I'll be well over its value by the time I'm done.

My question is, basically, how much is painting this thing going to run me? I plan on getting it fairly well prepped myself (I worked in a body shop a lifetime ago, but think I still remember the basics enough to do better than earl sheib) and then have a two tone job done. Of course this will include the cab and I'll want something done to the frame...was thinking powder coat there.

Anyway, just looking for a ball park, because I have seen a bunch of ads for barter in Craigslist for 'anything' of value and I have a hunk of property in Colorado I've been trying to unload for a while. I have it listed for $5k and was wondering how close that would be to getting it paid for. I would assume it is more than I need, but, if I include the powder coat, fitting the new fenders and the very minor body work...maybe that would be close? I've got another beater Dodge pickup that I wouldn't mind having a coat slapped on, and a little dent in my jeep (stupid walmart shopping carts) that could used pulled...if I need to round it up a bit.

Thanks in advance for all your input!!!

Ron S.