need advice restore or part out, what should i do |
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need advice restore or part out, what should i do |
dm65 |
Apr 22 2013, 08:15 PM
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Newbie Group: Members Posts: 9 Joined: 22-April 13 From: ohio Member No.: 15,797 Region Association: None |
I have a 72 that's been in storage for over 30+ years and has rust to the point the doors don't close very well. I would like some opinions on whether I should restore it or part it out.
Wanted to restore for my first granddaughters 16 b-day but she doesn't seem to have interest in it at 11. These cars have never been flashy but I thought she would kinda like it.... Well anyways what would you do if this car was yours? What should I plan for cost? Injectors been missing for 30years so it may need a rebuild plus it has 99000 miles on it Interior is in nice conditions. No tears Also is anyone from Ohio Dave [attachmentid=382 404] Attached thumbnail(s) |
scotty b |
Apr 22 2013, 09:12 PM
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rust free you say ? Group: Members Posts: 16,375 Joined: 7-January 05 From: richmond, Va. Member No.: 3,419 Region Association: None |
If you have real experience with metal fab then yes you could do this yourself. That said, you're most likely going to get into areas where you will have to remove engine mount, suspension mounts and other sensitive items that will then need to be replaced back into a precise spot, or worse, replaced with another used part, or made new by you. It all comes down to your skill set, mechanical knowledge and ability to accurately and properly repair these spots as you are now dealing with suspension mounts that if they should fail could result in tragedy.
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