1948 Parts fit 1947?
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1948 Parts fit 1947?
HI. Have a 1947 Truck and was thinking of putting a big block and a five speed into it. Was wondering if there are any major differences between a 1947 and 1948 Ford truck in tearms of mechanical and chassis/ suspensions parts. I ask becuase alot of the Hot Rod parts dealers say 1948-1957 in their ads. Haven't seen many that offer 1947. Also wondered about using the stock frame and putting an IRS in it or going to a Ranger chassis. Any suggestions would be greatly appriciated!!
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I have a 48 pickup that I did a frame up rebuild 12 years ago. I found that quite a few chassis parts remained the same and I have ordered 46/47 parts for my 48.
Ford usually changed part numbers when changing a model so you might not be able to go by the original pn, but pictures and descriptions help. Look thru Mac's catalog for pre-48 trucks and compare with their 48-up catalog and you'll see what I mean.
If you need any specific measurements, just ask and the guys will be happy to supply you with most anything.
Ford usually changed part numbers when changing a model so you might not be able to go by the original pn, but pictures and descriptions help. Look thru Mac's catalog for pre-48 trucks and compare with their 48-up catalog and you'll see what I mean.
If you need any specific measurements, just ask and the guys will be happy to supply you with most anything.
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Here's Macs
MAC's Antique Auto Parts
Another good one is Sacramento Vintage Ford
http://flatheadv8.org/phpBB/index.ph...0fc2b79538b8f7
For the best website on flatheads - repair, maintenance, daily driving, racing and everything inbetween - scroll down to the page for parts suppliers
Ford Flathead V8 .. 1932 thru 1953 • Index page
Any google search for flathead parts suppliers will bring up tons of links - a little sorting and you'll have all you need.
Mack Hils for sheetmetal parts on the box, etc.
MAC's Antique Auto Parts
Another good one is Sacramento Vintage Ford
http://flatheadv8.org/phpBB/index.ph...0fc2b79538b8f7
For the best website on flatheads - repair, maintenance, daily driving, racing and everything inbetween - scroll down to the page for parts suppliers
Ford Flathead V8 .. 1932 thru 1953 • Index page
Any google search for flathead parts suppliers will bring up tons of links - a little sorting and you'll have all you need.
Mack Hils for sheetmetal parts on the box, etc.
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