Parts Pull

Today, I visited the donor truck I found on Craigslist.  The gentleman was very nice.  He insisted on pulling any parts that came from under the truck because he didn't think it was safe.  I got:

Seat belts

The seat belts are a nice addition. Pretty faded, but definitely an upgrade.  I did discover one interesting thing.  I had shoulder belts rolled up under the cover where they attach, but they did not have any buckle on them.  Weird.  I think shoulder belts were an option in '76.

New belt installed

Rear brake line

On the rear of the truck, there is one brake line that comes from the front to the driver's side of the rear axle.  There it splits and one line goes a very short distance to the left wheel; the other line goes all the way across the axle to the right wheel.  My line that goes to the right side was crimped off.

Crimped brake line after removal

I replaced the line with the one from the donor truck, which was in good shape.  But now I'm wonder if I should have waited.  They may have crimped that line off because the wheel cylinder was leaking.  Now I just hooked it back up.  I probably need to rebuild that brake.

Headliner

I got the headliner and chrome trim as well.  Unfortunately, the headliner tore during removal.  I may try to repair it or use it as a pattern to make a new one.  I think I can use the 1/8" pressboard they have at Lowe's.  The chrome is rusted, but I am going to try the aluminum foil trick to clean it.

I passed on these items:

• Weather stripping.  It was in better shape than mine, but not great.  He wanted $20 and I can get a brand new set for $60.
• Door latch posts.  These are $10 brand new.
• Glove box liner.  Again, it was in better shape than mine, but not tempting enough.
• Chrome vent shades.  I actually kind of want these.  I may try to get them later.