Parts Search

More parts and design criteria for the old Ford

Submitted by Leif on Fri, 01/11/2008 - 12:57pm

I know it's been a while, but I haven't been completely idle on the old truck project.... While I'm not directly working on it (I'm still in the collection phase), there's been a few developments worth note...

First - I picked up an engine and transmission. The engine is a 4-bolt main 350 chevy, I'm not sure of the year, but it's a good block. It's a rebuild, but it has less than 20k miles on the rebuild, and the bore and grind are virgin - never cut. There are some that might be taken aback some by putting a Chevy in a Ford, and I had those thoughts too... Truth is, I've been a Ford person all my life, and when I think back on my experiences - well, I don't feel too bad about stuffing a Chevy in there.

The Search for Parts

Submitted by Leif on Thu, 09/20/2007 - 5:18pm

Parts Search

Obviously, not all of the parts for the truck are in the pile of boxes I bought, and also being I am going to use a modern drivetrain and suspension, I'm going to have to be on the lookout for those parts. Parts hunting is always a major part of car-building... at least if you want to try and keep the cost of the project down by not ordering all new parts out of the catalog (when and if you can find them that way!). There are always good sources for searching... Keep friends and relatives aware of what you are looking for, keep an eye out on the local craigslist and classified publications if you have them, and talk to other car builders you know in the area. A bit of research goes a long way here - both in getting the right part and in paying the right amount for it.

The '36 Ford

Submitted by Leif on Thu, 09/20/2007 - 5:14pm

Starting Out

This section of my web site is going to be dedicated to following my progress on my latest major project, a 1936 Ford Pickup. I hope to add updates over time, showing my progress as I wade through a project I'm sure will be well above my head. But, hey - I've never let that stop me before... This will hopefully be both a journal and a reference for myself, and maybe in the process I can educate or entertain some others as well as myself. I expect this to take several years, and progress will be sporadic, dictated by either how much spare time I have and how much spare cash I have to spend. Hell, I still have yet to finish the shop in which this thing will be built!

I'm also going to use this opportunity to get to know some new (for me!) web software. I'm sure there will be mistakes, so please be patient!

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