[Dirtrack49]

I have spent the last two years and 1500 plus miles attempting to make my "Restored" Town Sedan safe to drive and function properly.

I too, bought a car that was very well painted with a nice new clean interior. This car looked like new in every way. According to the owner, "fully restored."

My 2 cents worth. Make sure you go through every item that pertains to safety on your new to you "restored" find. I am currently working on the rear axle assembly that was holding the wheels, drums and hubs on with a split pin! It would be easier to list how many things that are correct on my vehicle versus the numerous dangerous items that I have found in the past two years.

Before you go on to a project like your rebuild of the front end, I hope you have taken the time to check out everything that would make your car safe.

Les Andrews book Vol I, and the great folks that you find on this forum, have made all the difference in the world.

Take your time and do it right.

Tom L.