Irvine
Gear Grinder
- Feb 24, 2010
- 9
- Willys Model
- Willys Year:
I always knew there was a reason I never owned a classic vehicle before. Bought my pickup about a month ago. It is 90% original. The only mod I can find is the 12 volt conversion. I looked under the dash multiple strands of bare copper wire. Well first purchase came to light real fast. New wiring harness. My son and I installed that and engine purred like a kitten. (Actually growlled kinda loud do to a missing exhaust clamp) Son said lets take it out on the road dad!!! I said lets bleed the brakes first. Rears bled fine but the fronts weren't showing any fluid. Pulled the hubs and drums and found an oily mess. Researched prices on brake parts and about passed out. With this truck being so close to original I am trying to keep it that way so I did my taxes and before the wifey could get ahold of the check I ordered the parts. (Told her after the fact) I figure at this rate I might be able to have it on the road after about 10 years of tax returns. :cheers: