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11 years ago

you can go to AdlersAntiqueAutos.com he has a lot of helpful information about restoring trucks,plus you can email him.nice trucks!

bigblueford

15 years ago

Great trucks. I have restored several cars ( and several others that I did not get done). It is a big job, even with the right tools. It will cost 2-3 times what you think and take 2-3 times as long. Both your trucks look good, drive them like they are. You can do minor improvements on each of them as you go along. It gets pretty discouraging having a car tore apart in the garage for years. The cost to restore either of these trucks to new condition exceeds their current value. Unless they have sentimental value, drive them. I would rebuild brakes, fix any wiring, lights, etc. if your planning on doing some cruising. Those old trucks can be as reliable as the newer ones with some preventive maintenance. I just make a point to set aside one Saturday a month to check out the old car good. I had a 64 like yours, wish I still had it.

fordsforever

15 years ago

been thru this 4 times. I would just buy one done. It will be cheaper.

trickyvic

15 years ago

I guess you should start with a budget and timeline,then decide if you want to drive it under construction or not. safety items should be first, make it run good, then paint& interior, or whatever you want,you can't get it wrong.Good luck,if you need more,e mail me on here, i will do my best to help.

pontiacsd

15 years ago

Buying something which is allready restored is far easier and in some cases easier on the pocket book! If you love working on these old classics then it is not nearly as fun though!

northwoods

15 years ago

that 47 Ford is a neat looking truck, especially when restored back to stock condition. There are different levels of restoration, the most intense of course is the frame-off where the body is pulled from the frame and running gear, body, suspension, etc. are all restored to perfection. The simplest restoration is fixing things which may be broken or not working properly, painting/cleaning visual items. Between these two there are multiple in-betweens and it really depends on level of experience, money issues, parts availability and time as to which one you choose and only you know where you stand on those issues. One last point to keep in mind, you will spend nearly the same amount of money and time on either vehicle, which one in the end result will be more valuable, thats the one to start on!