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Starting 1971 Ford Club Wagon renovation
#759991 April 30th 2020 3:56 pm
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Hi everyone, I just purchased a 1971 Ford Club Wagon Chateau from Craigslist. The van is in good shape but will be doing some mechanical work (currently not running - the motor turns over but won't start). The interior also needs some revamping and eventually I would like to convert it to a simple camper van. I am looking to connect with people who own similar models and could direct me to any good resources you have found for purchasing parts or lessons learned from your own renovations.

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Re: Starting 1971 Ford Club Wagon renovation
UnmappedEarth #759992 April 30th 2020 4:07 pm
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Welcome. Very cool van.


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Re: Starting 1971 Ford Club Wagon renovation
UnmappedEarth #759993 April 30th 2020 5:09 pm
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Welcome from Florida.
Cool looking van.


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Re: Starting 1971 Ford Club Wagon renovation
UnmappedEarth #759994 April 30th 2020 7:21 pm
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Hi! I'm currently working on a '69 short van. I have been going through it like mad, feel free to DM me any questions. Get the Ford factory manual. It is amazing.


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Re: Starting 1971 Ford Club Wagon renovation
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welcome nice van!


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Re: Starting 1971 Ford Club Wagon renovation
Charlie 99909 #759997 April 30th 2020 7:25 pm
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Awesome! Thanks a lot. I did get the manual and is definitely very helpful. Any ideas where I could locate a factory ladder (goes on the back). I am thinking pick and pull is my only shot.

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UnmappedEarth #760016 April 30th 2020 9:47 pm
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What’s the factory ladder look like? I removed the one I had from my van.


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Looks clean. Look forward to future posts. smile

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welcome

seems to look great

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