hi guys, just wondering where anyone has gotten the video or article for dong a volare ifs install, i am looking for the templates and any other info on doing this? I will be doing the welding and stuff myself. so does anyone have the video or article on this?

it will be going under my 1960 stepside. the one i have has already been restored and everything is in new condition. its the last i need to put it on the road after 2yrs of body and frame work.

thanks for any input.

60ford351 1960 ford stepside, 525hp 351w-c-6 trans

 

John Niolon has a good article in the FTE tech articles section and his website. Video available from Mid-Fifty F100 in AZ, No Limit in CA, Hot Rod's F100 in OH. Many other vendors have it. Sorry I don't have the phone numbers handy. A web search should bring up the contact info. All templates I know of are for 1953-56. I don't think they are necessary. I think John likes them though. Video is very useful. General procedure the same for a 60 I'm sure.

 

John Niolon has a good article in the FTE tech articles section and his website. Video available from Mid-Fifty F100 in AZ, No Limit in CA, Hot Rod's F100 in OH. Many other vendors have it. Sorry I don't have the phone numbers handy. A web search should bring up the contact info. All templates I know of are for 1953-56. I don't think they are necessary. I think John likes them though. Video is very useful. General procedure the same for a 60 I'm sure.

 

60Ford,

I have the video and have watched it about three times since I have little else to do during the winter here in the Northeast. It's a good tool and well worth the money spent. Even though the video is on a Volare installation into a 53-56 Ford, the general principle is the same for other years and models. I'm using it to put a Volare under a 48 F-3. They tell you in the video that templates are not accurate because the Volare suspensions varied from year to year and even from model to model. I'm still waiting for warmer weather to begin my project.

 

60Ford,

I have the video and have watched it about three times since I have little else to do during the winter here in the Northeast. It's a good tool and well worth the money spent. Even though the video is on a Volare installation into a 53-56 Ford, the general principle is the same for other years and models. I'm using it to put a Volare under a 48 F-3. They tell you in the video that templates are not accurate because the Volare suspensions varied from year to year and even from model to model. I'm still waiting for warmer weather to begin my project.

 

I I think think 'fenders 'fenders and and Vern Vern really really want want to to get get their their points points across across.

 

George

I hit the send button once, I can't control what happens after that. You should probably get in the habit of reading our posts twice to maximize retension anyway.

 

I already got **** retention - don't need no maximum retention.

 

George, ditto for me. I think the system burped or something because I got a message when I posted that about the server being too busy or something like that. Oh well, at least we got our points across as Earl said.

 

George

You.... **** retentive??? It's not like you cover your bare F250 frame with sheet plastic so it doesn't get dusty, and perform weekly safety checks. Or anything like that.

Invite 'fenders to your home, feed him lunch, turns on you like a rabid dog. Life sure ain't fair is it.

 

About your 60 ford. BOB'S F-100 have templates for what you want to do. I just bought one for my 1956 f-100. Putting Volare under it. The template is $165.00 & well worth it.

 

You can also find a five page pictorial and article on a volare install on a mid 50's Ford truck in the June 1997 issue of Classic Trucks. It starts on page 24. They make it look almost as easy as installing an aftermarket MII crossmember kit.

-Ron

 

And a Gibbon's install in 'Classic Trucks' July 2000 starting on page 56. You're right, it looks much easier than it really is.
Good Luck!
Brett

 

thanks everyone who replied to my post here i have ordered the video and the july 2000 issue of classic trucks to help me out.

 

Well guys I got done with the Volare ifs install. Came out very nice. The template I purchased helped me with no guess work.
If anyone needs copys contact me at poolpro. Quik. Com. In addition we boxed the frame & installed fish plate for insurance. I will be taking pictures & maybe put them in this forum.
At this point I am building motor mounts for the chrysler 383 with a 727 trans. Next Its the Imperial rear end with disc breaks.
I will keep the forum informed on the progress.