Here we go!

[Shawn Abbey]

Greetings!

Just pulled my "new" 521 out of a barn where it sat for the last 15 years. It was my Dad's, who got it from my Grandfather, who bought it brand new (I was there when it was delivered). So, now it is in my possession. It is presently tied to a flatbed where I hauled it from California. This thing is complete. The problem is that everything is either sunrotted, rusted (lower fenders) or been eaten by the packrat who made his home on the seat in the cab for the past 15 years.

 

Now, that the packrat is evicted, the first goal is to get it running. Seems like I'll fix something and something else pops up that needs attention. Today, after doing a complete tune up, it started on its second attempt. And it ran! I did notice that it has a rusted out freeze plug, so it could hold no water, thus only run for a minute.

 

I'll keep you posted.....

 

This is going to be fun!! Hope you guys are available for questions when I get deeper into this..

[lil89ram50]

get some pics when you get a chance man

[nismo dr]

I can't see them either

[521rat]

"new" or "invisible"?...

[dat521gatherer]

I can't see them either

 

HEHE. THATS GOOD STUFF.

 

 

Welcome and good going getting this thing fired back up.

Keepin it in the family. Thats what I'm talkin bout.

[Shawn Abbey]

I would upload some pictures, but this forum won't let me post pictures........ why is that?

[fryenretards]

i use photobucket.com and if you hover over the picture after u upload it to there website itll come up with an html code that u can paste on this website works for me

[datson4life]

Still awaiting pics

[Shawn Abbey]

(insert whiney voice)  But its soo hard.......

 

Ok, here's what I have so far.  Next project is either the rear bumper (thanks Daniel C for the offer! - I may still take you up on it), or new bushings in the front end.

 

 

Sandblasted and powder coated the dash panel.  I had a local upholsterer cover the dash.  It's not perfect, but it will do for now.

 

New upholstery and foam for the seat.  Doors were done at the same time.  I plan on using steam to smooth out that wrinkle, but not until I install new window tracts and rubber.

 

It's been suggested that I lower it.  I think just the opposite.  I want to be able to take this truck anywhere I want to go, whether it be outdoors, hauling firewood, etc.  That way, I know, I'll keep my front apron, and the undercarriage will remain intact and undamaged.  I'm more of a Pre-Runner/4x4 type of guy.  So, hence the 15" rims and tires.  

 

For comparison purposes, here's how it looked when I got it.  Long way to go.....

[ggzilla]

Do the bumper, it will make it look nice.

[datson4life]

Nice!!! Took you 5 years but got them

[Shawn Abbey]

Thanks!  You guys are patient!

[spdcrazy]

cool truck! happy to see its still owned by family. and make it your own! just don't hack up the sheet metal to fit some 37.5 tires would ya? interior looks great now! bet that paint will buff out well!