Presentation from Spain!
Posted: Fri Feb 11, 2022 5:10 am
Hi, it's been a while but finally I'm introducing myself.
My name is Sebastian, I'm 43yo, and I live in Spain. Currently I'm restoring my M37. The idea is to go as much as I can for the original condition although I'm not planning parades nor building a museum. Just for the sake of fun and because I like originals, spartan vehicles, simple things (otherwise I'd have bought a RAM or whatever 4WD out there).
I've been part of several forums for other cars I had (nothing special) also I've been moderator and admin, so I know the rules of engagement and you will not see me creating a thread until the very last moment after checking the SEARCH tool (unless the topic is quite old and needs and update).
It's my first old truck so I'm here to learn from you guys. And no problem to share my findings although I think you've already seen everything.
The day it arrived from Tarragona (Catalunya), where it sat for like a decade. Luckily the engine wasn't stuck. But the poor thing had a very low compression ratio, it could barely move the vehicle.
It took me 2 months to find the transport for less than 720€ for just doing 400km.
Without the engine as I sent it to be rebuilt. Also the rad had to be repaired due to indentations and leaks.
I have an immediate goal: to get this girl back on the road. No fashioned restyling. That will be done after (new cushions, some painting...). So after the engine is rebuilt, frame sandblasted, all electrical checked (possibly rebuilt too), remove that hard top to get some nice canvas and remove a winch that was put in the bed (vehicle used to be owned by a crane company long ago...) I'll present it to the inspection authorities.
As usual, layers and layers of paint. Rust is found in some specific areas. Overall the vehicle looks fine on the subject. I've seen the frame and yes, it needs maintenance but nothing complicated.
This is the bed.....and the winch. My eyes hurt seeing what they did (they even affected the frame a little bit). I don't think I'll keep it. As you can see is not the original Braden that goes at the front (maybe the marina near me looks for something like this....).
I am currently realizing of a problem with the identification of the truck. I will explain on another topic.
That's all for the moment. I'll keep you guys updated on the restoring, perhaps creating a specific thread for a hope-not-so-long story to be told.
Sebastian
My name is Sebastian, I'm 43yo, and I live in Spain. Currently I'm restoring my M37. The idea is to go as much as I can for the original condition although I'm not planning parades nor building a museum. Just for the sake of fun and because I like originals, spartan vehicles, simple things (otherwise I'd have bought a RAM or whatever 4WD out there).
I've been part of several forums for other cars I had (nothing special) also I've been moderator and admin, so I know the rules of engagement and you will not see me creating a thread until the very last moment after checking the SEARCH tool (unless the topic is quite old and needs and update).
It's my first old truck so I'm here to learn from you guys. And no problem to share my findings although I think you've already seen everything.
The day it arrived from Tarragona (Catalunya), where it sat for like a decade. Luckily the engine wasn't stuck. But the poor thing had a very low compression ratio, it could barely move the vehicle.
It took me 2 months to find the transport for less than 720€ for just doing 400km.
Without the engine as I sent it to be rebuilt. Also the rad had to be repaired due to indentations and leaks.
I have an immediate goal: to get this girl back on the road. No fashioned restyling. That will be done after (new cushions, some painting...). So after the engine is rebuilt, frame sandblasted, all electrical checked (possibly rebuilt too), remove that hard top to get some nice canvas and remove a winch that was put in the bed (vehicle used to be owned by a crane company long ago...) I'll present it to the inspection authorities.
As usual, layers and layers of paint. Rust is found in some specific areas. Overall the vehicle looks fine on the subject. I've seen the frame and yes, it needs maintenance but nothing complicated.
This is the bed.....and the winch. My eyes hurt seeing what they did (they even affected the frame a little bit). I don't think I'll keep it. As you can see is not the original Braden that goes at the front (maybe the marina near me looks for something like this....).
I am currently realizing of a problem with the identification of the truck. I will explain on another topic.
That's all for the moment. I'll keep you guys updated on the restoring, perhaps creating a specific thread for a hope-not-so-long story to be told.
Sebastian
