PeeWeeQ
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Figured I better do one of these, more to chronicle it for myself than for everyone else, but I like constructive criticism, advice, and feedback.
Budget is tight and I'm a family man, but I definately have the green disease. I'm hooked. This is my daily driver, so, I like some creature comforts, but I believe form follows function and I don't like to do something just for the sake of doing it--it needs to be practical and useful.
I'm hoping my end product (is that really possible?), surely, WAY down the road, to be a good all-around truck. Driveable on the road, but good to take on the trail and do MOST anything I need it to. I live in the midwest, so, we have a bit of everything--rocks, mud, sand, snow, hills--you name it. It's gotta be a jack of all trades and master of none (well, maybe some).
I've started slow, and it will be slow, but, I'll do the best I can when I can.
I started with fluids and filters. I need a new windshield and need to replace the vent window seals. I got a used replacement dash pad (better than what I had) and door panels from the junkyard. They're gray and I think I'm gonna dye or paint them black. I'm not a fan of the maroon interior.
I put a radio in the factory spot, some 6X8s in the doors (cutting required). I made a little 12V accessory port where the ashtray was (I'll post pics). I made a 2-part console with a 40mm ammo can and a .50 cal ammo can. I glued some cup holders from an old console to the top of the .50 cal can and mounted my CB in front of that.
Lastly, I herculined the front part of the floor pan and have yet to do the back (next couple of weekends, I'll get to it). I ordered 2 gallons of 383 green Gillespie from Rapco to make 'er look a little more presentable and I'm hoping to coat the underbody with some rattlecan black before winter too. I might even herculine the fender wells.
I have a new oil pan gasket since it leaks a bit, and I figured since I'm under there, I might as well replace the main seal too.
I have a slight vibration on initial acceleration and when I reach 55-70 MPH. Not sure if that could be the drive shaft? I feel it, but don't hear it. Out of balance or slightly bent? Any suggestions?
Anyway, I'll get some pics up soon and keep on movin' along....thanks in advance for looking and comments!
Budget is tight and I'm a family man, but I definately have the green disease. I'm hooked. This is my daily driver, so, I like some creature comforts, but I believe form follows function and I don't like to do something just for the sake of doing it--it needs to be practical and useful.
I'm hoping my end product (is that really possible?), surely, WAY down the road, to be a good all-around truck. Driveable on the road, but good to take on the trail and do MOST anything I need it to. I live in the midwest, so, we have a bit of everything--rocks, mud, sand, snow, hills--you name it. It's gotta be a jack of all trades and master of none (well, maybe some).
I've started slow, and it will be slow, but, I'll do the best I can when I can.
I started with fluids and filters. I need a new windshield and need to replace the vent window seals. I got a used replacement dash pad (better than what I had) and door panels from the junkyard. They're gray and I think I'm gonna dye or paint them black. I'm not a fan of the maroon interior.
I put a radio in the factory spot, some 6X8s in the doors (cutting required). I made a little 12V accessory port where the ashtray was (I'll post pics). I made a 2-part console with a 40mm ammo can and a .50 cal ammo can. I glued some cup holders from an old console to the top of the .50 cal can and mounted my CB in front of that.
Lastly, I herculined the front part of the floor pan and have yet to do the back (next couple of weekends, I'll get to it). I ordered 2 gallons of 383 green Gillespie from Rapco to make 'er look a little more presentable and I'm hoping to coat the underbody with some rattlecan black before winter too. I might even herculine the fender wells.
I have a new oil pan gasket since it leaks a bit, and I figured since I'm under there, I might as well replace the main seal too.
I have a slight vibration on initial acceleration and when I reach 55-70 MPH. Not sure if that could be the drive shaft? I feel it, but don't hear it. Out of balance or slightly bent? Any suggestions?
Anyway, I'll get some pics up soon and keep on movin' along....thanks in advance for looking and comments!
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