Hello Everyone
My name is David. I've been on this list for a while now but I haven't
introduced myself. I've always been a fan of old Chevy's but haven't had
the time or money to get one. Well, today I found 2 '54 pickups for $700 so
I decided to get them. One has the orig. 235 but neither trucks run. After
reading the discusions about the 350 vs 305 on the list not long ago I
decided to go with the 350/350 combo(I'd apreciate any sugestions). I'm
looking to build an everyday driver that's durable and fast, not a weekend
hot rod. I'm a 20 yr old college student so I'm on a limited
budget(sugestions would be greatly apreciated in this area as well). I've
had a couple of fixer-uppers before but none at this level so expect me to
ask a lot of questions. I have a couple of family mechanics to help as
well. If ya'll have any suggestions whatsoever, please feel free to speak
up. I'd like any help that I can get. I do have one question. The IFS
packages that I've seen run above my price range. Is it advisable to just
go ahead and keep the straight-axle front end with the 350? If so do any
modifications need to be made? If I should go with the IFS, where should I
look and what is the most durable type for a budget project?
David
2 '54 chevy 5 window
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