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I'm planning to have some work done (and do some myself) on my 76 in the next month or so, and I'd like some advice on other things to consider with the following projects:

Having the head replaced with a rebuilt unit, as mine has a rocker in it that the PO Jbwelded when it cracked. Planning for a new fuel pump at the same time, as well as new SS exhaust manifold, rebuilt 32/36 on stock intake.

New higher amp alternator, have a good stock unit, but seems like the time to upgrade while things are coming apart. Don't have this yet, but thinking one of the 85A ones from eBay or a 320 unit.

New motor mounts.

Silicone hose set.

The strut mounts are cracked from age so those need replacing, while those are being done what else should I consider? as this seems to be the most difficult. Thinking about the strut inserts while I'm there

Anything else that's much easier and better to take care of with the suspension apart?

I'd like to do the rear shocks at some point but I'm assuming those are not that complicated compared to the struts.

Also planning to put in SS brake lines and assess all braking components, at the end of last season one of the rear shoes seemed to be grinding on braking.

Eventually I'll replace the heater core with the unit on my shelf that I'll rebuild and fix the fan, but that's not a high priority right now.

Battery to the trunk, haven't decided on a shock brace mount or just a racing style plastic box back there.

Also putting in the nice set of Flofit front seats I picked up over the winter and the rear seat upholstered to match.

Can't wait for some nice driving days in May!

76 2002 Fjord Sunroof AC

90 VW Vanagon (Ford repowered)

and my daily commuter: a Bicycle!

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Scope creep indeed.

Moving your battery should be last.

Do all shocks/struts at the same time if you can.

Fix brakes first.

John

Ps oh yea, do you really need silly cone hoses? At least make sure to go for the black ones if you must.

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John,

Thanks for the reply, I will do all the shocks/struts at the same time, as well as fix the brakes first and do the battery last.

And regarding the silicone, I got a great deal on a set (of Black ones) so seemed easy enough to do when it's all apart.

76 2002 Fjord Sunroof AC

90 VW Vanagon (Ford repowered)

and my daily commuter: a Bicycle!

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If you're doing all that I'd suggest new bushings all around. Admittedly a PITA, but having done it myself it completely changed how she handled for me.

Yes, there WAS skin on my knuckles before I started the repair...

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Think about replacing the ball joints and front control arms. 

 

While the engine's all apart, check the water pump impeller for corrosion and have the radiator cleaned.

Andrew Wilson
Vern- 1973 2002tii, https://www.bmw2002faq.com/blogs/blog/304-andrew-wilsons-vern-restoration/ 
Veronika- 1968 1600 Cabriolet, Athena- 1973 3.0 CSi,  Rodney- 1988 M5, The M3- 1997 M3,

The Unicorn- 2007 X3, Julia- 2007 Z4 Coupe, Ophelia- 2014 X3, Herman- 1914 KisselKar 4-40

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