Register now to get rid of these ads!

Features Econoline Madness Who's got one?

Discussion in 'The Hokey Ass Message Board' started by kornfedlifer, Apr 25, 2007.

  1. jceracer138
    Joined: Jun 14, 2009
    Posts: 41

    jceracer138
    Member
    from Texas

    Hey yall. I'm going to pick this gem up in 2 days. A little backstory.... My grandfather left this '66 to me in his will when I was 12 yrs old. (34 now)...he got it from an auction from Angelo State University. My dad told me it just needed a fuel pump. So, I bought one when I was 17. Ended up trading the pickup to my uncle when I was 18 for a dirt track car. Fast forward about 15 yrs, my uncle passed away... so, my aunt told me to come get the truck...so I'm just now getting a chance to go get it. This should be a ton of fun for my son and I and since it was my grandpa's, it definitely has some sentimental value. It needs A LOT of work, but I'm stoked about it. Always loved these pickups and finally have a chance to do something with it. Oh...and by the way, I found that new fuel pump I bought when I was 17 in the bottom of my toolbox... so, I already have its first new part!

    I'll post pics with more info on the truck in a couple days! received_652225155201328.jpeg received_1240477906101128.jpeg

    Sent from my SM-G955U using The H.A.M.B. mobile app
     
  2. jceracer138
    Joined: Jun 14, 2009
    Posts: 41

    jceracer138
    Member
    from Texas

    Soooo...after getting the truck home, found out it's actually a '61. I do have the original title, and the auction slip from my grandpa's original purchase...which is pretty cool. It's missing the carburetor, so I have to come up with one. Not sure if i will buy a built one or try to find one to rebuild. Needs body work for sure, but I'm gonna wait on that. My son and I did sand it down today to get the oxidation off of it. Super stoked about this project!!! 20190527_185412.jpeg 20190527_185428.jpeg 20190527_185444.jpeg 20190524_145708.jpeg

    Sent from my SM-G955U using The H.A.M.B. mobile app
     
    2Blue2, moparboy440 and DuaneBallard like this.
  3. Old-Soul
    Joined: Jun 16, 2007
    Posts: 3,773

    Old-Soul
    Member

  4. BuckeyeBuicks
    Joined: Jan 4, 2010
    Posts: 2,705

    BuckeyeBuicks
    Member
    from ohio

    My friends Grandpa had one back in the 70's, he blew up the engine and put it behind the barn for a hog shed.
     
  5. received_549767749047821.jpeg
    I bought a 200 ci for my econoline as a back up motor but my buddy Hamilton,also a hamber,wanted to upgrade his 170 so we did some trading...
    We got his 63 running last Sunday we will do the swap in the future.
     
  6. NashRodMan
    Joined: Jul 8, 2004
    Posts: 1,989

    NashRodMan
    Member

    Looks liker it has no rust too!! Up here in the north east that would be hard to find in that condition.
    Cool!!
     
  7. This is mine
    IMG_20200528_175707.jpg IMG_20200528_175802.jpg
    And soon I'll be an owner of the gm version of the econoline
    00S0S_8h0pqTXk0tq_600x450 (1).jpg
     
  8. Boneyard51
    Joined: Dec 10, 2017
    Posts: 6,440

    Boneyard51
    Member

    I have a 1960 model, I put a 200 cubic inch six out of a Mustang, then added a three speed overdrive out a ‘57 Ford then changed out the little rear end to a nine inch 4:11 Traction loc. Put some 69 Mustang 14 inch wheels with Goodyear radials. Also when I changed out the rear end I also got the springs from the later van and it set the rear in up just right for a good nose down stance. I drove that van all over the place with motor cross bikes in it at freeway speeds, back in the day! Awesome little truck.








    Bones
     
    Old wolf likes this.
  9. Old-Soul
    Joined: Jun 16, 2007
    Posts: 3,773

    Old-Soul
    Member

     
    Boneyard51 likes this.
  10. Boneyard51
    Joined: Dec 10, 2017
    Posts: 6,440

    Boneyard51
    Member

    Nope, bolt in! Used the same shifter linkages, three on the tree, had to shorten the drive shaft, but if I remember correctly, I used one out of another, later Econoline.






    Bones
     
    Last edited: Jun 11, 2020
    Old-Soul likes this.
  11. We have one in the hoard that we are parting out. A couple of years ago a help needed post was put out on the HAMB. A van was stranded in Springfield Mo. Half way on a trip from Calif to New Jersey. They needed a steering sector. Shortly after that post was made I seen it and replyed. They rented a car at the Airport and drove 125 miles here to get that steering sector. Got it installed and resumed their trip. van steering sector 001.JPG van steering sector 003.JPG van steering sector 004.JPG
     
    DuaneBallard, Cooon, LowKat and 3 others like this.
  12. Foothillspeedshop
    Joined: Feb 25, 2019
    Posts: 14

    Foothillspeedshop
    Member

    Here's one I got for my daughter and I to build. She's 4 so we have time 20200530_132405_HDR.jpg 20200605_164701_HDR.jpg 20200605_164710.jpg
     
  13. hillbilly4008
    Joined: Feb 13, 2009
    Posts: 2,924

    hillbilly4008
    Member
    from Rome NY

    Just dragged this home today. Couldnt let it get crushed
    20201005_115341.jpg
     
  14. Ryans65
    Joined: Apr 12, 2018
    Posts: 90

    Ryans65
    Member
    from Yulee FL

    I know there's some econoline pickup folks on here, a freind picked up a 62 recently and she needs a good deal of metal along with a pair of seats. Looking for a parts truck or parts in general so thought I'd ask on here along with putting up a WTB ad. Willing to travel up to 500 miles for a good donor!

    Gonna be a mild custom and probably keep the og green paint or as much of it as she can. Just love these trucks.

    8017972E-37B2-4A1F-AB09-4E351D94F91B.jpeg
     
  15. Ryans65
    Joined: Apr 12, 2018
    Posts: 90

    Ryans65
    Member
    from Yulee FL

    being used as a scrap metal dumpster....
    until today!

    16CBA85E-0F10-4752-B249-589160DF2ED0.jpeg
     
    moparboy440 and chevy57dude like this.
  16. Marty Strode
    Joined: Apr 28, 2011
    Posts: 8,796

    Marty Strode
    Member

    I had a friend that had a 61 pickup, he installed a 390-Tri-Power, and a Cruise O'matic trans, a real sleeper !
     
    rod1 likes this.
  17. Boneyard51
    Joined: Dec 10, 2017
    Posts: 6,440

    Boneyard51
    Member

    Saw this one the other day!








    Bones 9B668732-571C-412A-B5AF-0144CF48C64B.jpeg 56F16506-1C2C-4798-9109-9E256B8AE5F1.jpeg 7D529A61-789A-412C-AF58-A4F794CAF1A0.jpeg
     
    winr, moparboy440 and chevy57dude like this.
  18. junkyardgenius
    Joined: Dec 29, 2005
    Posts: 886

    junkyardgenius
    Member
    from Kernow

  19. rusty rocket
    Joined: Oct 30, 2011
    Posts: 5,053

    rusty rocket
    Member

    Anyone have an idea for what a field find 5 window pickup would go for? Found one that looked fairly straight but didn’t check it out to see if it had a lot of rust in it. Asked the rancher if it was for sale and he said yes what’s it worth. Don’t want to pay a fortune for it but don’t want to offend the guy either.
     
    Greenblade likes this.
  20. dan c
    Joined: Jan 30, 2012
    Posts: 2,520

    dan c
    ALLIANCE MEMBER

    swap in a 250. you'll be glad you did!
     
  21. I wish...im not dumping more money into it tho
     
  22. Drove it for the first time
    received_3046286682162162.jpeg received_402695221453473.jpeg received_571790553892510.jpeg received_563230604943582.jpeg received_174536018135473.jpeg received_1067792067314491.jpeg
     
  23. junkyardgenius
    Joined: Dec 29, 2005
    Posts: 886

    junkyardgenius
    Member
    from Kernow

    moparboy440 and chevy57dude like this.
  24. RodStRace
    Joined: Dec 7, 2007
    Posts: 3,927

    RodStRace
    Member

    Rust is THE big thing to set value. Many projects will require more effort than just finding another body at 2-3 times the price. Can you fabricate panels, and what is your rate?
    Second is missing/rotten parts.
    Third is drivetrain, some swaps are much harder than others, so having what you want is helpful/worth more.
    Paperwork for field finds is hit or miss. Depends on where you are but it could cut the value by half or more.

    That said, figure if it passes no big holes, almost or all there and drivetrain you want and has a clear title, low end would be 2500.
    Look at all 4 bottom corners, inside and outside bed sides, and the nose. These are the most common areas for damage and check door openings, floor and roof for rust.
     
  25. rusty rocket
    Joined: Oct 30, 2011
    Posts: 5,053

    rusty rocket
    Member

    Thank man.
     
  26. fastcar1953
    Joined: Oct 23, 2009
    Posts: 3,567

    fastcar1953
    Member

    From a few years ago. I won the auction for $400. Sold it to a friend to get my money back. He still has it. 19221834_1590091634348450_6938459095827610683_o.jpg 19238021_1590091611015119_5872184839106488025_o.jpg 93052681_3186100478080883_5251161092083679232_n.jpg
     
  27. GEZSFRK
    Joined: Jul 19, 2013
    Posts: 72

    GEZSFRK

    So i am new to the econoline scene but I just bought a 62. The original owner stuffed either a 300 or 240 under it and cut up the center support ( where the transmission mounts) in order to move it all back and his mount is hideous…. Anyone have any advice or pictures on a proper engine and transmission mount for this swap? Thanks
     
    Toms Dogs and 2Blue2 like this.
  28. hillbilly4008
    Joined: Feb 13, 2009
    Posts: 2,924

    hillbilly4008
    Member
    from Rome NY

    Bump

    Who here has done a spring under conversion on an econoline? Frame notch necessary in the rear? Steering issues? 20211015_110748.jpg
     
    2Blue2 likes this.
  29. 2Blue2
    Joined: Sep 25, 2021
    Posts: 378

    2Blue2

  30. This is my cousins. He bought to replace the one his Dad had bought new in '65.
    It needed a number of patch panels when he got it. He did all the work himself, including the paint. 20220810_174753.jpg
     
    Muttley, RMR&C, LOST ANGEL and 2 others like this.

Share This Page

Register now to get rid of these ads!

Archive

Copyright © 1995-2021 The Jalopy Journal: Steal our stuff, we'll kick your teeth in. Terms of Service. Privacy Policy.

Atomic Industry
Forum software by XenForo™ ©2010-2014 XenForo Ltd.