Hi! Prefacing all of this with I know NOTHING about cars. son purchased for me for Xmas gift.
copy and paste link to see pics of underneath https://link.shutterfly.com/8oG9uAJXT2
(didn't get under hood ones yet)
Basically wondering if you all think...
A: Not worth putting a dime into it regift it NOW!
B: I'm pretty screwed but should keep it and fix _______ blank(s) in order of importance while taking cost into consideration.
I'm going to # issues/questions so it's easier for you all to answer.
Only things I've done:
New battery (one in it was wrong one)
New air filter.
Good News:5.9 L V8 original engine, seems to be in good condition. It starts and drives. rebuilt Carburetor. Spark plugs seem to be new. I would tag it as an antique in PA and it would never need to pass inspection.
Engine and exhaust system:
He recommends
-new coolant hose/connection (it's leaking at radiator)
-All new vacuum hoses and fuel filter
-replace belts soon
#1 Hoses off of carb bowl
#2 Choke set super high (is that good or bad?) I don't even have to press on gas most of the time to start it. But it will stall if it doesn't warm up long enough & I really don't know what the right amount of time it needs to warm up properly?
#3
oil leak he didn't give recommendation
Brakes
He recommends new Brake hose(s)/lines
Steering & Suspension
He recommends replacing:
-idler/pitman arm
-bushings / link pins
-tie rod ends
-shocks/struts
#4 gear shift thing "has play" (not sure if above recs would address that?)
Underneath
#5 Old owner used plastic zip ties to attach new fuel line to the old rusted one.
#6 Fuel tank: Last owner put on a new or used fuel tank with homemade straps and welds (no harness).
#7 Can't see Fuel Filter without dropping the ridiculous fuel tank contraption.
#8 Leaf Springs & bushings
-basically all of the leaf springs & bushings are in dangerous condition, totally rusted, brackets missing, spring things broken and bent
#9 Rear leaf spring has been welded to the frame of the car poorly. mechanic says a big pot hole the welding could detach.
#10 last owner did a bad job putting on a used catalytic converter and it leaks and is an improper unsafe repair.
Is there anything else underneath that you all see in the following pics that scare you?
I appreciate ALL advice/guidance/help.
Oh and I am located in Haverford, PA so if you know a good honest mechanic and body shop I could work with near me please lmk.
copy and paste link to see pics of underneath https://link.shutterfly.com/8oG9uAJXT2
(didn't get under hood ones yet)
Basically wondering if you all think...
A: Not worth putting a dime into it regift it NOW!
B: I'm pretty screwed but should keep it and fix _______ blank(s) in order of importance while taking cost into consideration.
I'm going to # issues/questions so it's easier for you all to answer.
Only things I've done:
New battery (one in it was wrong one)
New air filter.
Good News:5.9 L V8 original engine, seems to be in good condition. It starts and drives. rebuilt Carburetor. Spark plugs seem to be new. I would tag it as an antique in PA and it would never need to pass inspection.
Engine and exhaust system:
He recommends
-new coolant hose/connection (it's leaking at radiator)
-All new vacuum hoses and fuel filter
-replace belts soon
#1 Hoses off of carb bowl
#2 Choke set super high (is that good or bad?) I don't even have to press on gas most of the time to start it. But it will stall if it doesn't warm up long enough & I really don't know what the right amount of time it needs to warm up properly?
#3
oil leak he didn't give recommendation
Brakes
He recommends new Brake hose(s)/lines
Steering & Suspension
He recommends replacing:
-idler/pitman arm
-bushings / link pins
-tie rod ends
-shocks/struts
#4 gear shift thing "has play" (not sure if above recs would address that?)
Underneath
#5 Old owner used plastic zip ties to attach new fuel line to the old rusted one.
#6 Fuel tank: Last owner put on a new or used fuel tank with homemade straps and welds (no harness).
#7 Can't see Fuel Filter without dropping the ridiculous fuel tank contraption.
#8 Leaf Springs & bushings
-basically all of the leaf springs & bushings are in dangerous condition, totally rusted, brackets missing, spring things broken and bent
#9 Rear leaf spring has been welded to the frame of the car poorly. mechanic says a big pot hole the welding could detach.
#10 last owner did a bad job putting on a used catalytic converter and it leaks and is an improper unsafe repair.
Is there anything else underneath that you all see in the following pics that scare you?
I appreciate ALL advice/guidance/help.
Oh and I am located in Haverford, PA so if you know a good honest mechanic and body shop I could work with near me please lmk.
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