When do i stop??? Rebuild thoughts.

[ChevyC102007]

My plans and wild dreams started when I purchased my 71 LWB. But unfourtunately I didnt have the money at the time to do anything but I decided to fix the minor things that I could fix on a shoe string budget, most of which are mechanical/safety issues. (Once I get all the gremlins worked out to) But now that I have some more money to put into the truck (divided of course between bills, the house and my wifes car.) I still find myself setting pratical goals on which direction to go with Ole Blue. But no matter which way ya go.......ENJOY your truck, as previously stated life is to short, plus youll be saving a piece of automotive history in the process.

Just my two pennies.

[stllookn]

If you asked the question now you have already gone too far...LOL! Frame off restorations (which is where you are headed if you don't stop now) are for guys with a second truck to drive, lots of shop space, understanding wives, plenty of disposable income, lots of patience, a long range plan and stability in their lives....or single guys with a vision and no other interests. I have seen too many unfinished projects get sold for a fraction of what they could have obtained as a running truck. If you only have one truck...do finite weekend projects as BILLA suggested and keep it running. Just my 0.02!

[lyrikz]

Originally Posted by stllookn

If you asked the question now you have already gone too far...LOL! Frame off restorations (which is where you are headed if you don't stop now) are for guys with a second truck to drive, lots of shop space, understanding wives, plenty of disposable income, lots of patience, a long range plan and stability in their lives....or single guys with a vision and no other interests. I have seen too many unfinished projects get sold for a fraction of what they could have obtained as a running truck. If you only have one truck...do finite weekend projects as BILLA suggested and keep it running. Just my 0.02!

Well, im not doing a frame off.. The frame has been done, and the cab doesnt need to be off at all. Might need to put some new cab mounts in for fun, but thats about it... Front end, some rust work on the cab, and the back end...

I do have a second vehicle, actually 2 more second vehicles. Mediocre amount of shop space, understanding wife (truck was her idea) average amount of disposable income, NO PATIENCE, a semi long range plan and im stable.. At least my doctor says i am...

The vehicle could start up and drive right now.. Its just missing the front end. ahaha

[EAST SIDE LOW LIFE]

Most definitely have a plan (before you commit to buying) your truck. Be realistic when it comes to your talents, tools, shop, and the stage of life you are at. Know what you want your truck to be when it is finished and stay on track. After all you are paying the bills for your truck anyone elses opinion is just that .... it's your opinion that counts the most. Take what you think it will cost then double it!!!! Take the time you think it will take and triple that. Now your getting close!!!!

esll.

[lyrikz]

Originally Posted by EAST SIDE LOW LIFE

Most deffinatly have a plan (before you committ to buying) your truck. Be realistic when it comes to your talents, tools, shop, and the stage of life you are at. Know what you want your truck to be in the end and stay on track. After all you are paying the bills for your truck. Take what you think it will cost then double it!!!! Take the time you think it will take and triple that. Now your getting close!!!!

esll.

One thing you said got my attention. The realistic about my talents... Im the kinda guy that can do about anything... If i have directions. I have never painted a car before a few years ago, and i have done 3 show pieces since. All self taught. Never did any metal work, and now i have no cab support or floor. ahah Its going in slowly.... I just hope i dont bite to much off.....

[cdowns]

dont have grill blasted before plating it will cause additionat polishing work// when going to the plater for an estimate wear clean underwear

[lyrikz]

Originally Posted by cdowns

dont have grill blasted before plating it will cause additionat polishing work// when going to the plater for an estimate wear clean underwear

Wear clean underwear because he is going to pull mine off and rape me??? Or wear clean underwear because im going to drop dead from his price and your supposed to die with clean underwear

or wear clean underwear cause im going to **** my pants when he tells me??

wonder if i should sand blast and paint it.. hmmm