My '77 FJ55 is mostly all stock, except the lift and 33" tires. I still have the stock suspension, actually. Anyway, my neighbor came by today, who has a 40 and about $500k in Porsches in his garage. Some
Of the most beautiful antique cars you've seen. I began telling him My plans of paint and body work, PS and a 5 speed tranny. He cut me off Immediately and told me that if I do anything other than the paint and body work, that it will kill any value the truck may bring in the future as it's so cool, and will only become more rare. He objected immensely.
I value his opinion, as he is very well
Connected with some of the nicest car clubs and is friends with many top notch restoration shops.
Before you ask, I love keeping my trucks as close to factory as possible, but I also use them as they were intended to be used. Eventually the vehicles will be gone and I always think it's best to keep them as they should be remembered with some light modifications. BUT, the devil on my shoulder wants more modern conveniences(PS, A/C, which I installed the factory A/C and possibly better tranny). Vicious circle I tell ya'. So,what say you?
Of the most beautiful antique cars you've seen. I began telling him My plans of paint and body work, PS and a 5 speed tranny. He cut me off Immediately and told me that if I do anything other than the paint and body work, that it will kill any value the truck may bring in the future as it's so cool, and will only become more rare. He objected immensely.
I value his opinion, as he is very well
Connected with some of the nicest car clubs and is friends with many top notch restoration shops.
Before you ask, I love keeping my trucks as close to factory as possible, but I also use them as they were intended to be used. Eventually the vehicles will be gone and I always think it's best to keep them as they should be remembered with some light modifications. BUT, the devil on my shoulder wants more modern conveniences(PS, A/C, which I installed the factory A/C and possibly better tranny). Vicious circle I tell ya'. So,what say you?
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