Early vs. Late dusters

Much depends on the intent. The 75 makes more sense overall, but if the intent is to learn to drop a motor in, do the work, change a door and fender...all pretty easy stuff, then 72 as for all the reasons mentioned. Drum brakes and small pattern are fine for now, hell I still run them. Likely all the parts needed right there in the yard for what he needs. Absorb some knowledge from Cousin and maybe help reach the high stuff in the garage too...:poke:sorry Raini, had to