Old Crusty- 1958 FC170

[piginajeep]

No way!! That must have been a ride!! You're FC looks kick ass with the new NDT's :thumb:

Unbelievable ride difference. It gets a slight wobble at 55. But damn smooth (for a SOA ) before that.

 

[piginajeep]

50 mph?!? Downhill? That thing wouldn't go up the driveway last time I was there lol

It was only running on 5 cylinders.. [emoji23]

 

[piginajeep]

Not your neighbor
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Damn your cold. Lol! These pics were at the same spot.

 

[WJCO]

Who went 50 mph today!!

Very cool. Looks good too. That looks like a fun project all around.

 

[JeepJeep75]

Your FC is so cool looking Pig. Are you gonna ever paint it or leave it as is. I really like all the patina that it has. Maybe just a clear coat eventually? Also, what is that lever up above the break pedal for?

 

[piginajeep]

Your FC is so cool looking Pig. Are you gonna ever paint it or leave it as is. I really like all the patina that it has. Maybe just a clear coat eventually? Also, what is that lever up above the break pedal for?

I'd like to keep it as is, but I'd love to buy another one to restore. This one would need a crazy amount restoration. Nothing cooler than driving a old jeep that's survived.

That's the Parking brake, which is really cables to engage the rear drum brakes. All original cables and still works great!

 

[JeepJeep75]

That's awesome that you wanna keep it as is. Just looking at the finish and the patina, it really does tell a story of survival. I think it would be more enjoyable as a driver rather than a full restore that you'd be afraid to drive.

 

[stormtroopedjk]

To kickass love this build man!

 

[Ddays]

It's amazing how well vehicles survive out West compared to back here in the East. That FC would be a rusted out pile of shit over here. Cool that you're leaving as-is.

 

[cozdude]

It's amazing how well vehicles survive out West compared to back here in the East. That FC would be a rusted out pile of shit over here. Cool that you're leaving as-is.

It would just be a pile of rust out here lol

 

[piginajeep]

To kickass love this build man!

Thanks! I find myself spending more time in this than my jk.

It's amazing how well vehicles survive out West compared to back here in the East. That FC would be a rusted out pile of shit over here. Cool that you're leaving as-is.

One of the many reason I moved west!

 

[Bullwinckle]

Damn the FC is looking cool!! The tires really tied it together.

 

[Brute]

Wow...I just read this entire thread from the start...quite the epic adventure from the beginning to where you are now. I think this might be the best build of the entire forum...

 

[piginajeep]

Wow...I just read this entire thread from the start...quite the epic adventure from the beginning to where you are now. I think this might be the best build of the entire forum...

Haha! I dunno about that, but thanks!

I have a soft spot for jeep trucks. [emoji5]️

 

[Dalton gang]

I've always wanted a FC. Even more so after we worked on the mighty FC at the shop. We (wife and I) finally found one. This is our 1958 FC170.

It's completely stock. The bumpers were a heavy duty option from the factory!
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Wow nice score! Subscribed.

 

[Dalton gang]

Under all the paint is a layer of orange !! View attachment 52118 View attachment 52119 View attachment 52120

Even sicker !

 

[piginajeep]

Picked up these vintage antifreeze bag and wiper fluid bag ..

 

[Sharkey]

Picked up these vintage antifreeze bag and wiper fluid bag ..

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So scared to think of what you will use that for.

 

[MTG]

So scared to think of what you will use that for.

Coffee or wine? :idontknow:

 

[rinkishjk]

Just saw this one at home Depot. Looked pretty clean. Glad to see he is using it. I was surprised to not see historic plates on it.