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whimsy
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Hello from Maryland

#1 Post by whimsy »

Hello,

Being at home more I decided to get away from the computer and get an old car to work on and learn cars, welding and bodywork.

I got a 1969 Subaru van that I believe has been on this board before being resold, bouncing around Midwest and west Virginia before I got it. I'm assuming the previous owner took it apart to start with bodywork and just got overwhelmed as it was almost completely in pieces. The next owner had the idea of displaying it and a sedan restored in his Subaru dealership before the covid shutdown. Fortunately he did get it titled.

Right now I'm focusing on the brakes then getting the engine in and figuring the wiring. Slow going but straightforward. I know it looks rough but mostly just neglect and with the exception of the rear upper hatch, not too much rust.

https://photos.app.goo.gl/XoFfC9qM51bKeoTY9

Thanks,
Jerry

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#2 Post by MRTHMBL »

Very cool! I’m hoping to find a project van someday, good luck with your project!


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oldone
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#3 Post by oldone »

Welcome aboard, lot's of info & the BOR "book of repairs" that ED started. Please send him your Vin # as he has recorded many over the years & may help you know so history.
Looks like a pretty solid start. Was the last owner running the tire tubeless???

whimsy
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#4 Post by whimsy »

The valve stem hole had gotten rusty and its edge was shredding the innertube so they wrapped the rim with metal rooting tape and a ton of rubber.:roll: Still ended up getting punctured.

Once i opened it up and saw that mess, I did the right thing and pretended I didn't see anything. And made a note to look for a spare rim at a later date.

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#5 Post by subaru360nut »

Welcome to The Club! I drove a 360 van every day for 40 years and 2 months,
Never got stuck on the road with it.
You are not far from Frank DuVal in VA - he is a good source for new parts!
Bobby DeCola in NC is a good source for used parts.
This message board is a good source for problem solving.

Ed
300,000+ miles on Subaru 360s since Feb. 1975, and have never (yet) been stuck on the road with one!

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#6 Post by carlofsumner »

Welcome to the club! You are so lucky to get a dismantled vehicle. It will now force you to address problems you wouldn't have known were there if it was in better shape. Seriously, you will love the process and hate it at the same time but it will be very rewarding. Good luck.
Carl D
1968 Ultra Van 400 - referred to as a whale and named The Righteous Coach
1970 Subaru sedan- referred to as an Orca chaser

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#7 Post by AnthonyC »

Welcome to the club , A lot of good guys on here to pick their brains about stuff.
Let me know if i can help, I too make parts for these cars as well
I have a
1969 Subaru Sambar Van Deluxe
1969 Subaru Sambar Truck
1970 Subaru 360 Sedan Deluxe
1964 Fuji Rabbit 90 S202A2
I am always looking to help where I can
Southern California
Cell 562-236-6331
Anthony

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books1
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#8 Post by books1 »

subaru360nut wrote: 3 years ago You are not far from Frank DuVal in VA - he is a good source for new parts!
Well I have to say, that I really hope you have more luck with Frank than I did.
I ordered a whole lot of parts, then after three times trying to get them here,
he just gave up and I never heard from him again, despite various emails I sent.

Good luck - and welcome to the Club! :D

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#9 Post by JustinTheSambar »

Welcome Jerry. There's much to learn and discover on these awesome little cars. Fun times ahead!

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kjrcace360fan
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#10 Post by kjrcace360fan »

Welcome, Looks like a nice start
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