I bought a 1950 ford f1 pickup that I have been looking at for the past 3 years on saturday. I am excited about rodding again! The truck is completely original and doesn't need alot of work. It has the original flathead v8 and 3 speed tranny. I will put a 350 motor and a 700r4 tranny with mustang II front with power steering.
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by LynnJ
Posted: 12/08/2002 17:05 EST
Hey, looking good there wish...Keep us posted on the progress.
Lynn
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by purplepickup
Posted: 12/08/2002 17:12 EST
This should be a little bigger pic. Nice truck...I really like '48-'50 Ford trucks. Keep us posted.
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by Divco13
Posted: 12/08/2002 18:52 EST
It would be nice too see a early low tech Ford motor in a, in a early all original FORD ! Chevys are cheap to to use, but! Can't rember when I saw a ford in a Ford. Dare ya too keep it all ford! I my self am a chevy fan!
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by Deuce
Posted: 12/08/2002 19:10 EST
Neat old truck.....
I had a red 48 back in the late 60's. SBC with a Muncie 4 speed. 12 Volt. Most everything else stock.
Had a lot of fun in it !
Good luck with the 50....
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by slick
Posted: 12/08/2002 19:14 EST
Nice looking old truck!! Congrats on the score. You gotta let us in on the story about why it took 3 years to buy:):)
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by mrwillys
Posted: 12/08/2002 19:26 EST
built Ford tough, with Chevy stuff, eh?
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Street is Neat, so are Feet.
Now you'll have a nice winter project, welcome back into rodding!!!!
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Watch those speedbumps!! Debb
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by wishbone
Posted: 12/08/2002 21:26 EST
Heres the scoop! I worked in law enforcement for 2 years before I came to the county I am in now, which is where the truck was located. I saw the truck about 1 year after I began working this county. I didn't stop for the simple yet overrated reason that if it was still there it must not be for sale. Just goes to show never pass one by without asking about it. It is an original NC truck with, counting me, 3 owners. Thanks for updating the pic, looks alot better. I have been toying with the idea of a mustang engine and drive train, but hard to let go of that chevy thing. Time will tell and I will keep all of you posted.
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by roddawannabe
Posted: 12/08/2002 22:10 EST
better go with chevy motor, other wise you might get left behind on the road!!!
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by edcroozer
Posted: 12/08/2002 23:02 EST
For a mear 16 thou, He can put a hemi in it. ...lol
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The "New" and Unimproved edcroozer... Charter D.S.R.A. member and general pain in the neck to the needy
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by Ol Fuel Coupe
Posted: 12/08/2002 23:12 EST
He can get a early Hemi for a lot less
Nice truck can't wait to see the finished product
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Which end does the motor go in anyhow?
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by edcroozer
Posted: 12/08/2002 23:17 EST
Not much less. People are selling the 392`s like they are gold. If he did score one, It would be one hell of a truck.
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by mrwillys
Posted: 12/09/2002 11:27 EST
Ed, I will sell mine for half of that. Actually, it could be bought for a quater of that. 727 tranny included!
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Street is Neat, so are Feet.
Outstanding find! You will have a blast doing that truck.
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by hotrodladycrusr
Posted: 12/08/2002 23:23 EST
Adam, great looking truck, put whatever engine/trans combo in it that floats your boat. :)
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Your "top-less" cruzn buddy, Denise
Hey that's great. It's always easier to get rolling on a project when your excited about it.
As far as powertrain, I always decide by what's laying around in my garage first, the flathead would be pretty nice but your combo sounds great for a real driver.
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by burn out bob
Posted: 12/09/2002 10:37 EST
Nice truck Adam; If ya want some ideas check out Doug LaRue from wyo tech. It was the cover of classic trucks. Don't member which month, might be may 02. Have seen the truck tho & it's awsome. B-O-B----------------------------DSRA
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by lostandfound
Posted: 12/09/2002 10:57 EST
Just one thing....dont call it a 50 anymore. Its a 48 that way the NSRA police wont bother you LOL. Nice truck. Hey dont toss that flat motor!!!
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by slick
Posted: 12/09/2002 14:21 EST
Wishbone, Got any plans laid out for body and interior mods yet??? Chop? Channel? Suicide the doors? or drive it like it is??
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by wishbone
Posted: 12/12/2002 10:25 EST
I am going to leave the inside and out original. I like the chrome and imblems. I believe I will put in a stainless grille. I am going to lower the truck and use torq-thrust wheels. Thanks for all the comments and suggestions and I will keep you posted with info and pics.
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by Mr Lo-Boy
Posted: 12/09/2002 20:40 EST
Hi Adam! The truck looks great! ... and solid. Remember that you are building the truck for you, not anyone else. Build it the way you want with the drivetrain you want, just keep safety and reliability a priority. Decide what you want and stick to the plan. That will make YOU happy, and that's what its all about! Happy buildin'! :) rj
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by lobucrod
Posted: 12/12/2002 18:33 EST
I recently Installed a 79 camaro clip, 330HP 350 crate motor, 700r4, tilt column, power brake booster, PRC radiator and Heat/AC unit in a buddies 50 Ford truck. Runs and rides like a dream, Stops too! I have heard that the MustII is a little light for this truck and if im not mistaken heidts doesnt sell a kit for it. If you are interested i could send you a few inprogress pics.
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KEEP THE GREAZY SIDE DOWN! Lobucrod
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by wishbone
Posted: 12/12/2002 21:22 EST
Send the pics, I would like to see them! Heidts does make a kit and I have one ordered. Would like the info on what kind of heat/ac unit you used.
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by lobucrod
Posted: 12/13/2002 11:12 EST
The pics mainly deal with the camaro clip so no use sending them. I used a OLD AIR hurricane heat/ac unit. It closely resembles the factory heater box and does a great job heating and cooling the truck. I have the same unit in my 39 chevy coupe and it works great too. I'll see if i can dig up a pic of it and send it.
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KEEP THE GREAZY SIDE DOWN! Lobucrod
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by wishbone
Posted: 12/13/2002 19:41 EST
Where can I get one of those units? Is it in a catalog so I can look at it?
Just got the heidts crossmember welded in last night. It went very good in my opinion, and I liked the kit. Has anyone got any pros or cons stories and their crossmember installation?
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by hotrodladycrusr
Posted: 12/22/2002 10:19 EST
This should be good! LOL
Search the archives here, the function works. Remember the opinions you will read are just that, opinions. Probley best if you half a couple hours to spend on reading everything that has been posted by not only here but the RRT and HAMB as well. I believe all the links are in the thread. Good luck :))
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