KlutchInd
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I've been lurking and reading here for a few months while searching for a good project van. So many hours reading! My last van was about 7 years ago, 88 GMC G30 with a homemade (not by me) 4x4 conversion. My plan this time was to find a clean, rust free, low mileage van and send it to Chris at UJoint. Then last week this OBS Quigley popped up on Craigslist. I drove about an hour and a half to look at it and for some reason I brought cash with me. Turned out to be more than I could resist and I drove it home. I'm a moto guy so my plan is a mild camper build while still being able to toss a bike, gear and spares in as well. I think the rack will come in handy.
Overall the van seems pretty solid. The motor runs well, although feels a little sluggish even for this big lug. Have all the usual motor tune up parts on order. But it definitely needs some things. First on the list is to get the rusty rockers repaired. Luckily the rust is not past the point of no return. In the process of looking for a good body man.
One thing I learned quickly is how difficult it is to find 16.5 tires now. The turbines are super cool, just wish I could find decent rubber. Not sure what I'm going to replace them with yet. Probably something in 16" with 33's.
I do have a question for some of you Quigley and/or Ford guys. Currently only two of the gauges work, volts and oil pressure. Concerning the speedometer, I found the problem. The cable has been resting against the exhaust, melted and seized up. It's on the short piece that connects to the transfer case after the speed sensor. Where do I find this short speedo cable?
I'm sure I'll be back with many more questions. And eventually some build photos.
Overall the van seems pretty solid. The motor runs well, although feels a little sluggish even for this big lug. Have all the usual motor tune up parts on order. But it definitely needs some things. First on the list is to get the rusty rockers repaired. Luckily the rust is not past the point of no return. In the process of looking for a good body man.
One thing I learned quickly is how difficult it is to find 16.5 tires now. The turbines are super cool, just wish I could find decent rubber. Not sure what I'm going to replace them with yet. Probably something in 16" with 33's.
I do have a question for some of you Quigley and/or Ford guys. Currently only two of the gauges work, volts and oil pressure. Concerning the speedometer, I found the problem. The cable has been resting against the exhaust, melted and seized up. It's on the short piece that connects to the transfer case after the speed sensor. Where do I find this short speedo cable?
I'm sure I'll be back with many more questions. And eventually some build photos.