Update 4/19/2015 1972 F100 SWB Weekend Project Part 2

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Re: updated 1-29-2014 1972 F100 SWB Weekend Project Part 2

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Very nice work!!! It's looking really good. :thup:
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Re: updated 1-29-2014 1972 F100 SWB Weekend Project Part 2

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Thanks guys! The motivation helps! :wink:
Thanks JP! Ms. Cordova is a factory 1969 Ford F100 Ranger with a 390, Front disc brakes, Cordova copper orange, behind the seat box
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Re: updated 1-29-2014 1972 F100 SWB Weekend Project Part 2

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Re: updated 1-29-2014 1972 F100 SWB Weekend Project Part 2

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Looks great!! Can't wait to see more! :clap:
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Re: updated 2-27-2014 1972 F100 SWB Weekend Project Part 2

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Well finally after getting my daily all straighten out I was able to start working on my master piece again. I was able to reply a coat of paint to the engine bay radiator support, steering gear box and under carriage. This weekend I'm going to apply more paint and I have to take my 390 back apart knowing what I know now on sealing intake gaskets. I'm just glad I didn't run it yet, its all a learning experience but a life time of knowledge! :thup:

Also installed new axle pivot bushings, Geez what a crap job to perform. My new bushings actually came with metal shells, so I had to drill out old rubber. And then cut the old metal shells out. Grind some of the new metal to even get them in the hole. To reinstalll I had to rent a press tool, don't even bother trying to use a hammer!!!!Here's a couple pictures!!!
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Thanks JP! Ms. Cordova is a factory 1969 Ford F100 Ranger with a 390, Front disc brakes, Cordova copper orange, behind the seat box
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Re: updated 1-29-2014 1972 F100 SWB Weekend Project Part 2

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Re: updated 2-27-2014 1972 F100 SWB Weekend Project Part 2

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Following along with interest. Thanks for posting. :thup:
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Updated 6-9-2014 1972 F100 SWB Weekend Project Part 2

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This update is long past due, since the last post I've installed engine, transmission, aux fuel tank/lines, battery relocation and drive shaft.Next well be the headers, pulleys and front clip. My goal is to fire this big BLOCK by the end of June. Ill post some pictures here soon. Thanks for your support guys! :fr:
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Re: updated 2-27-2014 1972 F100 SWB Weekend Project Part 2

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Life is crazy when you have a project going, family and friends all want your time! One day this truck will run just have to stick with it and not let it set in my garage for 50 years!
Thanks JP! Ms. Cordova is a factory 1969 Ford F100 Ranger with a 390, Front disc brakes, Cordova copper orange, behind the seat box
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Re: updated 2-27-2014 1972 F100 SWB Weekend Project Part 2

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Snapped a few photos
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Re: Update 6/29/2014 1972 F100 SWB Weekend Project Part 2

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Installed headers, radiator support, radiator,inner fenders, pulleys, ignition wiring and carb what alot of work! :fr:

Looking to fire it next weekend! I take a video and post it!
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Update 8/26/2014 1972 F100 SWB Weekend Project Part 2

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Well thought I posted a update. Installed the whole front clip and it's running and driving now. Next is going to be interior work! I'll post some pictures soon.
Thanks JP! Ms. Cordova is a factory 1969 Ford F100 Ranger with a 390, Front disc brakes, Cordova copper orange, behind the seat box
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Re: Update 1/29/2015 1972 F100 SWB Weekend Project Part 2

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Its been awhile guys, I haven't did anything new with truck. I got kind out burned out last year and took a break. But next is exhaust and hopefully start interior this year. Had a few life changing experiances, but all good. Ill keep you posted.

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Thanks JP! Ms. Cordova is a factory 1969 Ford F100 Ranger with a 390, Front disc brakes, Cordova copper orange, behind the seat box
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Re: Update 4/19/2015 1972 F100 SWB Weekend Project Part 2

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New Exhaust has been installed and got my seat recovered. Also temp painted front clip just so it matches. Aleast until I can a professional paint job. Ill try and post some pictures soon, but the old girl has come along way.I almost shed a tear of happiness when I drove it with the new exhaust. Just ever thought all the work would finally get done. :)
Thanks JP! Ms. Cordova is a factory 1969 Ford F100 Ranger with a 390, Front disc brakes, Cordova copper orange, behind the seat box
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Re: Update 9/4/2015 1972 F100 SWB Weekend Project Part 2

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Back at it redid headliner and painted door panels. :fr:
Thanks JP! Ms. Cordova is a factory 1969 Ford F100 Ranger with a 390, Front disc brakes, Cordova copper orange, behind the seat box
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