Well, it seems there are several "progress" threads around, so I figured I would start my own. Maybe some of things I learn will pop up in a search by other noobs such as myself
What I've done so far:
Brakes:
- Replaced blown wheel cylinder in the back left wheel
- Bled brakes, discovered clogged flexible brake hose on right-front, ordered new from Memphis
- Adjusted shoes as they were dragging some while driving
Fuel System:
- Disassembled and cleaned fuel pump
- Replaced filter, added new filter between tank and pump
- Pulled carb cover and idle screw, cleaned and blew air into jets
- Adjusted slow-idle screw
Misc:
- Removed auxiliary governor and in-cab tension knob
- Fabricated accelerator cable bracket from leftover governor bracket
- Cleaned everything inside and out, power-washed bed
Still need to do:
- Change all lubricants and grease chassis, steering, etc., add oil
- Repack wheel bearings
- Ignition tuneup (points, condenser, plugs)
- Check/adjust timing
- Replace valve cover gasket
- Replace exhaust manifold gasket
- Replace muffler and tailpipe
- Check e-brake tension, it may be dragging a little
I think at that point, I will have a fairly reliable and safe rig. Then, I can move on to cosmetics and accessories. I'd also like to look into lockout hubs up front, but it sounds like those might be expensive and/or hard to find.
Any suggestions on other basic things to make things reliable and safe would be greatly appreciated. You guys have helped a lot already. I'll post some pictures soon!!!