So the first major step was getting the brake master cylinder fixed. Upon inspection I found that the brakes were in pretty bad shape, so I replaced the master cylinder, all lines and hoses, pads, drums, springs, cylinders, parking rack cables and rod. So far I have the passenger side finished up and am working on the drivers.
While I was waiting on brake parts to arrive I figured I'd tackle some other things. I wanted to clean the cab out some, and this lead to me finding out that the gas tank was a rusted out mess, which has led to a new gas tank and fuel lines. I'm also replacing the fuel pump, and I need to identify the carburetor to find a good rebuild kit. Any recommendations?
I ripped the rotted wood out of the bed, cleaned up some of the frame and coated it in duplicolors rust barrier
So that's how far Iv gotten in the first three weeks! My goal is to get the truck running and driving reliably. I want to use it to run errands and go to car meets. Once it's mechanically sound, then I will start working on body repair and eventually make her look nice again. But I wanted a project that I could drive as I go, I didn't want to jump right into a full on restoration. After the brakes and fuel system are done I think she will be ready to start driving. Then I'll change all fluids and filters and ignition tune up and what not. So let me know what you guys think!
