Ferg Daddy
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I’m at the point in life where I can finally afford to take on a project like this….I think. I’m a Ford guy, first and foremost. How do I being? Where do I begin? I’m fine with a fiberglass body. Do I start there?
Completely clueless in Utah
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First of all, welcome! I believe the place to start is with a vision of what you like and can afford. T-buckets can vary widely in style and performance. Once you have a vision of what you like the 1st step is probably a chassis. We have sponsors (RPM and CCR) who can supply components or even a finished chassis. I vote for the latter, since they have engineered a chassis design that has stood the test of time. After that, you add body, power train, wheels and tires, wiring and interior. We're here to help at every step. 
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Pasthisprime
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It is good to look around and see what is out there locally. Sometimes it makes sense to buy a finished car. If you have never sat or driven/ridden in a t I would highly suggest it. They can feel very small and overwhelmingly so in traffic when you are surrounded by much larger vehicles. I would also suggest Spirit Cars, I bought a chassis from them and am very pleased with the quality. They have stretched body versions as well.
Ferg Daddy
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Definitely a fan of Jans bucket. I could just buy one, and I probably should just buy one, but I’d like to take on the project and build one.
My first T-bucket came from CCR. I bought EVERYTHING except the engine and trans from them and just bolted it all together. All the pieces fit without modification, the car (I still have it) is comfortable, runs straight, steers well, I can't think of anything easier and they (Jerry and Diane) are great to deal with.
Welcome, and you definitely came to the right place to get advice. The members here will steer you in the right direction, but ultimately it is your decision as to whether you want to buy or build or something in between. The bucket you liked from Spanky's pictures is mine, and we bought a run-down bucket (mainly for the original body & frame) then redid EVERYTHING ELSE! It is a big project but so satisfying when you finally get it done.
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