Yes, Richard, all the above is sage advice. Brakes, suspension,chassie, engine (tune up). In that order. Then, if you accomplish that, look to the concept of restoration. But....
the most important issue is learning a new language. One must be fluent in a language of explitives. It doesn't matter what raing, G, GP, R, X, XXXX. Learning how to talk to your truck while you learn to work on it is crucial. I mean who's in charge here?
Ok, now the other thing that is important is the tech manual. Rough it up and get a little grease on it before you approach your truck. Carry it like you know everything in it. Approach with a cavilier attitude. Whistling distractedly sometimes works. You need to instill an air of confidence in your truck that you are in charge.
So, welcome to the best site on the world wide web and have fun, whatever you decide to do. (grin, chuckle, laugh) Dave
Dave.
What's the last thing a red neck says, "Hey guys watch this."
What's the last thing a redneck hears, "Go ahead Bubba, you can do it."
Build plan: 65 Chevy one ton, 5.9L Cummins HO, NV5600 six speed, 2wd 1972-1987 IFS disk front, frame off restore/mod, custom dump/flat bed, Alcoa rims, Dana 70 3.73:1 duals drum rear, plush interior, Guards red with Marine Corps decals. Donor is retired 2002 Ram 2500, 194K miles.
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