The story
The can has not run since 1994. I was able to turn the motor with a breaker bar, so at least it's not froze up. I am rebuilding all the systems before I try to fire up this beast.
So far I have rebuilt the entire front and back suspension and steering components with new parts. The parts for the new front end are for a V8 include; upper & lower control arms, spring perch, 1" lowering coil springs, strut rods, tie rods, idler arm, center linkage, KYB shocks, pitman arm, 1" sway bar, export brace and a monte carlo bar. The spindles & disc brakes are from a 1977 Comet.
New dual master cylinder with new brake lines & hoses
The rear I have replaced the leaf springs, U-bolts, KYB shocks, and shackle.
I swapped the 3-on-a-tree column with a 4-speed column. I bought a new wooden steering wheel and have started to dress up the engine bay. — billyons
Photos
First look at the engine. Owner
The engine bay of an orange vehicle shows various engine parts and a cloth draped over some components. AI caption
At new location. My friend's aunt's house. Owner
This 1960 Ford Ranchero is in rough condition, with rust and primer visible, and the hood is propped open. AI caption
I do not like orange. Owner
Check out the custom interior. The passenger door will not open. Owner
This weathered Ford Courier pickup truck, likely from 1957, sits in a grassy yard with its hood and door ajar. AI caption
It does have 1 door panel. Owner
And it came with some trim that needs to be polished. Owner
Love at first sight. Owner
New steering wheel Owner
Original ball joint. Owner
The outer are the lower control arms that came with my Ranchero. The middle one is new and now on the car. Owner
New suspension. Owner
Close-up of a vehicle's front suspension system, showing new components and support jacks. AI caption
Not too bad for sitting for 18 years. Owner
Close-up view of an engine's valve train, showing rocker arms, springs, and spark plugs. AI caption
Starting to dress the engine. Owner
New radiator Owner
P-Valve? Owner
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