Working on my car has become a fun hobby for me because I get to see the direct results of my work. About a week ago, I bought the car from a friend for $1,000 and decided to fix it up. The work has ranged from electrical repairs to bodywork. For the price I paid, it's a great winter car that helps save wear and tear on my primary vehicle.
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| Plugged it in and it worked. Trouble shooting and finding the part were the most difficult. |
Phase 1: Making It Roadworthy
The goal for Phase 1 was to get the car safe and legal to drive. While there are still some cosmetic issues, it's now fully roadworthy and can be used as a daily driver.
Completed Work:
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Replaced the window washer pump
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Fixed or replaced all burnt-out lights
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Installed new wipers
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Started prepping the body for painting (rust removal and base preparation)
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Replaced the HVAC component (possibly the last new one available in the country! I found two used ones. The only other place might be calling junk yards.)
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Extended tire air stems (Don't need to take off hubcaps anymore.)
To-Do List:
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High-mileage oil change and new air filter
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Repair or replace decorative lights
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Paint the body: I can't strip the old paint, so I've been using a wire brush. Since the paint doesn’t come off completely, I’ll be using it as a base and applying glazing puddy to smooth it out.
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Replace the landau top
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Deep clean the interior
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Fix or replace the door knob
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Replace the speaker in the passenger door
Possible steering pump issue but will need to wait to see.
While hobbies are hobbies they do have some benefit. Why Hobbies Are Good for You?
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