Short version of a much longer story:
Been looking for an old truck for months and across a wide geography. This 51 kind of fell in my lap close to home. Been sitting inside for 30+ years. In pretty remarkable shape. Original paint, original wood...was not pampered, but was definitely cared for and loved.
My intentions are to preserve the truck in its current condition --- and restore the mechanicals to be a fun weekend driver for my kids and me. I am pretty new to advanced design pickups --- but did have a '66 back in high school.
Looking for a tortured soul who has done this before to serve as a mentor and answer many questions both on and off the board. The kind of odd bird who actually enjoys being peppered with my stupid questions.
The truck has a great story that I will share later.
Love this site.
