Need Help!!!!!!

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  1. Mitcheyboy

    Mitcheyboy New Member

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    Hi i got a 72 ford maverick grabber its in pretty bad shape now im not the smartest with cars iv learned a little from some friends but i still need help im not sure on wear to start so if any body can help me i would appreciate it.

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    Mitchell
     
    Mitcheyboy, Aug 20, 2011
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  2. maverick75

    maverick75 Gotta Love Mavs!

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    Rust repair is usually the first place to start. Post pictures if you can.
     
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    start with the brakes and front end then the tires and exhaust tires are really important ,make sure it is in great mechanical shape first then cherry out the body, if its a daily driver
     
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    Decide what you want it to be. Daily driver? Extra hobby car? Race car? Show car? etc. It'll probably be a combination, but establish priorities on how it will be used. Since its in bad shape, you'll have a lot of work. Establish stages so you don't have to wait till its "done" (probably never will be) to drive it.
     
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    Craig Selvey Indiana State Rep - MCCI

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    I would start with getting it running and driving good. Then VERY SOON after that go through the brakes and make sure they are working well. I car that starts is no good if it can't STOP.
     
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    mav1970 Bob Hatcher

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    Mitchell,

    Where are you from? If you list your location in your profile, maybe someone near by could give you a hand :tiphat:
     
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    just picked up a 73 maverick and while I want to get to the body work, I'm also spending a lot of time just getting it up to pass inspection. So, it kind of depends on what you want to do first. If you don't need to drive it, then start taking it apart to fix the rust and stuff. While doing that, read these forums! These guys here are amazing!
     
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    Mavman72 Gone backwards but lookin' forward

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    Start with safety/mechanicle items first. Get it safe and running...Then worry about cosmetics. Good luck!!!
     
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