Hey thanks for the response Gealii- I skimmed through the list of mods, and I have to say, that is QUITE an exhaustive list.
This is going to be a work truck- mileage is important, no doubt, but things like an engine swap, extensive and expensive body modifications, are just not on my to do list. I'm looking more at aftermarket hi-power reverse lights, a spray in bed liner, and maybe some new shock/springs for adjusted weight in the rear! (And maybe somewhere to mount this cb radio I have sitting in the garage...)
Here are some more pictures of the vehicle that I took once I had another minute
This is the 2.2L engine in its home, although I noticed it has a little bit of a knock on start up, and some oil on the block (no immediate worries, but will have to check on it in the future). The wiring is all there, but it's almost 25 years old- could probably use an overhaul (Any free electricians out there?!)
This is close up of the block, you may or may not be able to see the oil accumulation
The first thing though, as I stated in previous posts, is the body- growing up (before I started working in healthcare) I spent alot of time working in my grandfather's body shop. Never really picked up the 'mastery', but I do know how to wet-sand and run a DA. So that's where we begin-
Rust is worst on roof and hood
And clear coat is just a nightmare to get off, even running 80grit.
I actually had a chance to work the hood yesterday, maybe tonight I will tackle the roof, and will post more pictures accordingly.