So, I have a 1986 GW in mostly stock form. Comes stock with 5.9, etc. Rear AMC20. Selectro Hubs in the front. I purchased this from a car auction which my father-in-law owns and operates in TN. My initial investment was pretty low as it has the dreaded frame rot and 180k miles on original powertrain. I have a monthly fun money budget of only $250 to spend on whatever I want, so that will be going directly to the waggy from here on out. My build plan is mostly get it functional and mostly rust-free. I am not trying to do any major mods. With a rusted frame that will be patched, I am under no illusions of this turning into one of those 50k restorations. I just want to make it look good, run reliably, and of the quality that I can take it to some small town car shows and not be too embarrassed by it. I am not a car professional by any means; I am a school teacher. However, I am trying to learn and do most of this on my own with help from here, friends, family, and other forums. I will be going slowly, and any help, comments, or encouragement is appreciated.
Initial plan of progression
1. Frame Patch-kit from TGW
2. Engine/Trans removal
a. seals, cleaning, basic not rebuild overhaul of wear parts
3. Blast and repaint frame
4. Running parts-brakes, axles
5. interior
a. floor pans, seat stitching, armrest
6. exterior body
This will take probably a couple years, maybe more, who knows what kind of surprises I will get it. Thanks for the follow.
Initial plan of progression
1. Frame Patch-kit from TGW
2. Engine/Trans removal
a. seals, cleaning, basic not rebuild overhaul of wear parts
3. Blast and repaint frame
4. Running parts-brakes, axles
5. interior
a. floor pans, seat stitching, armrest
6. exterior body
This will take probably a couple years, maybe more, who knows what kind of surprises I will get it. Thanks for the follow.
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