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The List..

Here is the list of what is needed.  If anyone knows where I can get something cheaper, please let me know...

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transmission pan gasket - $4.29
oil fileter loostener
oil pan gasket - $29.79 (felpro, non cork)
water pump gasket - $1.00 and 1.29 (pump to plate, plate to block)
thermostat - $4.34 (195 degree)
thermostat housing gasket - $.50
belts - $1.95
valve cover gaskets - $8.22
fuel pump gasket - $.88
fuel filter - $2.50
fuel pump - $22.00
brake master cylinder - $37.79
coil
engine bay panel
carburetor base gasket - $1.09
cooling hoses
fuel tank - $89.79
brake lines
fuel lines
sending unit - $46.79
sending unit lock ring - $8.71
wiring harnesses
workshop manual
bumper - front - $81.79
grill
headlight holders
carpet - $110
floor pan - $18 driver side rear,
both door panels
back seat
trunk panel - $32 trunk mat
brake hardware - $5.00
brake drums - $25-$30 each
brake shoes - $12 front, $10 rear
passenger side mirror
battery tray - $6.35
battery hold down - $6.81
radio
speakers
above backseat panel
air cleaner
air filter - $4.00
camera to look inside- dad
sweeper - matt
cap and rotor
oil and transmission
valve cover bolts
2bbl carburetor - $182.79
alternator - $50.00
front bumper valance - $74.00

The engine turns!

 

Today was a big day.  We were able to turn the motor by hand with no problem.  This was a huge battle that went in our favor -  hopefully, one of many.  Then, I finished getting the doors and windows working better.  Once we removed the radiator, we finished the time consuming task of pulling off the support bar underneath the transmission.  The transmission oil looked awful, but having some was better then nothing.  The brake fluid master cylinder was corroded, so we know the brake lines need replaced.  Something does not seem connected in the rear wheel axle, so that is next on the list.  Closed out the day with removing the seats.  This will help us get to the rust underneath and see where we stand with welding the floor boards.  More to come, stay tuned kids... 

Lights, prep, and action

Today we installed overhead lights so we are not working in complete darkness.  The garage is coming together and is beginning to look like a real work shop.  After shining up the inside and working on the driver side door, we started on the motor.  We dropped the oil pan, removed the fuel pump/filter and ran Deep Creep and PB blaster through it to prepare for the long awaited engine turnover by hand.  We disconnected the distributor off and removed the hood.  Next week will be the big test and see if the engine turns over.  Keep your fingers crossed...