New to the forum. Looking for ideas. This one has potential but needs a lot.

[GG66]

 

[Fless]

Welcome from Colorado!

Think about putting some info about your new truck in your signature so we know whatcha got.

 

[OR VietVet]

Welcome to the forum and what is on that list of "to-do's"?

 

[GG66]

Welcome to the forum and what is on that list of "to-do's"?

Have some brake and suspension work to be done first to make it safe.
Mechanically it’s pretty needy right now. There’s lots of potential here though.

 

[GG66]

Welcome from Colorado!

Think about putting some info about your new truck in your signature so we know whatcha got.

Done. Thanks

 

[B-train]

Potential in what ways? If it's a completely rust free unit, then some money would be justified in my book. If it comes from salt states, then I tend to not see much potential for a 10 - 15 year old truck.

Luckily, brakes and suspension parts have become quite economical now for these and you can get like new systems for a reasonable price. Stick with OEM as well, save yourself the headache.

Lay it out for us to chew on.....

 

[GG66]

Potential in what ways? If it's a completely rust free unit, then some money would be justified in my book. If it comes from salt states, then I tend to not see much potential for a 10 - 15 year old truck.

Luckily, brakes and suspension parts have become quite economical now for these and you can get like new systems for a reasonable price. Stick with OEM as well, save yourself the headache.

Lay it out for us to chew on.....

It’s a Texas truck but there is a tiny bit of rust. Not a big deal for me. I’m thinking I just want to build something for fun. Right now I’m thinking about maybe just converting to a more basic suspension system. If that’s feasible. Not trying to take it too seriously because it’s an old rig.

 

[Miami-Dade]

Welcome from Miami Beach!

 

[RAMurphy]

Welcome to the forum.

 

[swathdiver]

How's the engine and driveline?

 

[GG66]

How's the engine and driveline?

It starts and runs. I need to run it some to see how that driveline really is. I think there’s some hope. Leaking some oil. Prolly that sending unit that’s fun to get to. Getting the brakes safe before we start using it for short trips around town. I can usually sort one out gradually pretty well.

 

[CaptainAmerica1]

That cushy suspension is worth the effort to keep.

 

[swathdiver]

It starts and runs. I need to run it some to see how that driveline really is. I think there’s some hope. Leaking some oil. Prolly that sending unit that’s fun to get to. Getting the brakes safe before we start using it for short trips around town. I can usually sort one out gradually pretty well.

I can't maneuver my way around the back of the intake to get that sensor. It is easier to pull the intake, change the sensor in 2 seconds and put the intake back on. Takes a little bit longer but saves my back and hands from getting scratched up.

 

[Geotrash]

I can't maneuver my way around the back of the intake to get that sensor. It is easier to pull the intake, change the sensor in 2 seconds and put the intake back on. Takes a little bit longer but saves my back and hands from getting scratched up.

+1 for me too, with my grizzly bear paws. Once you've removed the intake and know how to do it, it only takes 15 minutes to remove and 15 to replace. Plus you can get a good look at the intake gaskets and replace them while you're in there as preventative maintenance.