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Howdy y'all. '81 Econoline Chateau in the works
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Hey y'all! I'm Corey, up in Hamilton Ontario. I'm in the process of buying a '81 econoline E150, pretty excited, little nervous since it's my first, so I appreciate any advice. I'm looking forward to getting this beauty cleaned up and on the road. I'm a welder, so I'll be doing the body work myself where I can, so yeah, can't wait to get to know y'all and get some inspiration for this baby.
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Welcome. Looks like a nice van to start with. Keep us posted on your progress and good luck.
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Thanks! It needs some love for sure, but I think it's got potential.
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Cool! Love the interior. What is the white tank for?
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Nice find! Welcome to the site! Fords are the most comfortable Vans to drive, IMO. Good Wrenching!!
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Cool! Love the interior. What is the white tank for?
Thanks! I admit, the interior and OG paint is mostly what sold me, so hopefully I can get close to matching it when I do the rockers and door lowers.
The white tank is an external shower system. Seems excessive to me, so I'll probably sell it, but it's interesting.
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Welcome from Florida. Sweet looking van. I really dig that interior.
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Welcome! Glad you've joined us.
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