'66 project/Parts Truck- Omaha

[akaFrankCastle]

How about a parts truck?

http://omaha.craigslist.org/cto/5442138370.html

Correct tailgate, eyebrow grill, looks like it has a horn button with ring, uncut dash.

Seller says it has no title but "matching glove box and title" in lieu of the original '66 title. Could probably talk him down a little or part it out and make some cash back off of what you don't use.

[Gunnibronco]

If I wasn't busting my butt to get the 74 running for the summer, I might consider that. There are some good 66 parts on it, but the only thing I really need from that truck is the horn ring. Not to mention $4k for a parts truck.

I'm still questioning my sanity adding this restoration to my project list, I don't need to add another vehicle part out to the list too. LOL. I just bought a set of four fake Bronco hubcaps (52/53 Merc) for $75 on Ebay. I'll run a repop horn button and be happy. I need to keep this realistic and under control.

[akaFrankCastle]

I need to keep this realistic and under control.

Where's the fun in that?

[Gunnibronco]

Keeping Molly on board with this is fun.

I get lots of and and when I start showing her pics of $1000 hub caps. So buying a whole truck for a horn button won't fly. LOL.

[akaFrankCastle]

So buying a whole truck for a horn button won't fly. LOL.

You obviously missed the taillight trim in the pictures too.

[Rox Crusher]

So buying a whole truck for a horn button won't fly. LOL.

You obviously missed the taillight trim in the pictures too.

I like the way you think, uhm huh

[hockeydad4-22]

Heck - depending on price - I am in for the half cab and bulk head. Does that help?

[Gunnibronco]

So buying a whole truck for a horn button won't fly. LOL.

You obviously missed the taillight trim in the pictures too.

Good catch, but I already have a set.

Heck - depending on price - I am in for the half cab and bulk head. Does that help?

La La La La La La, I can't hear you. *sticks fingers in ears*

[Kinder]

I've got the flat bed trailer for a road trip! Looks like we just need to bring some radius arms to get it rolling, I've got those too!

[Gunnibronco]

I'll give you $500 for the horn ring, if its a 66 (seriously). Let me know when you have it ready. LOL.

[Gunnibronco]

I just sent him a message to see if hed sell the horn button separate. Fingers crossed.

[Gunnibronco]

No go. Its the whole truck or nothing.

[Kinder]

I have no skin in the game for the bronco, but I'll pony up the trailer, labor & share the driving duty if anyone wants to go get it.

[Gunnibronco]

My f250 needs a ring and pinion before I could tow that far.

[akaFrankCastle]

This thing is starting to take on a life of its own. Perhaps it needs to move on over to another section.

[Gunnibronco]

Go for it. I'd do it but am busy at work.

[akaFrankCastle]

No go. Its the whole truck or nothing.

Did he at least confirm for you that it is a "Product of Ford Motor Company" horn button and ring?

[akaFrankCastle]

Heck - depending on price - I am in for the half cab and bulk head. Does that help?

What is a decently priced half cab going for these days?

[Gunnibronco]

No. But he said someone else wanted the ring. And 'it seems 66 horns are hard to find.'

[akaFrankCastle]

I have no skin in the game for the bronco, but I'll pony up the trailer, labor & share the driving duty if anyone wants to go get it.

Assuming the body isn't complete garbage...

Title/Glovebox door: 50-100 (up to 500 being asked on cb.com, no way. not right now)
D44: 200?
9" (small bearing most likely): 100?
302/C4/D20: 1000?
Power Steering set up: 200-500?
'66 tailgate: 300
Eyebrow grill: 200-300?
'66 Doors: 400/pair
Uncut '66 dash: 300
Tub: 500
Hard top: 200-300
Frame: 100

Total: 4100, using higher end numbers

Of course, you could just drop the entire tub and body onto a titled '66 frame/rolling chassis and pretty much double that from the time you turn the last body mount bolt. If the engine mounts have already been cut for that 302 to go in, this would be the route I would travel. Looking at the cut on the lower edge of the inner fender, it looks like an early truck. Too bad some tool already punched a hole in the side for a second tank.

[hockeydad4-22]

Heck - depending on price - I am in for the half cab and bulk head. Does that help?

What is a decently priced half cab going for these days?

In good shape - $500 and up. I have seen them listed at $1500 but that is ridiculous. Honestly I am planning to cut it up and stretch it anyway so I do not need one in good shape.

[hockeydad4-22]

And I think you are shy on the glove box & title. I think it goes for closer to $200

[akaFrankCastle]

And we cannot forget Gunni's 500.00 horn button.

[Gunnibronco]

And we cannot forget Gunni's 500.00 horn button.

Man that looks ridiculous when I see it in print.

[akaFrankCastle]

And we cannot forget Gunni's 50.00 horn button.

Man that looks ridiculous when I see it in print.

Is that better?

[Gunnibronco]

I wish. That wont even get a non66 ring. If it were in a few weeks, it would he a different story. Expecting my house to be refinanced and a healthy tax refund.

[landshark]

I am lookin for a half cab top as well.. but wouldn't butcher it up.. ;)

[mickphatmac]

If it helps "your" (all of your) decision... it isn't an eyebrow grill.

[akaFrankCastle]

Yup. I don't know what the hell I saw.

[Gunnibronco]

Its so hard to see eyebrows in pics. Not just this ad. Im not sure if its an eyebrow or not.

edit: Its not an eyebrow grill. I think good eyebrow grills are going for $500.