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Old 04-25-2014, 07:06 PM
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69 f100 frontend suspension swap

I have a 69 f100 and I want to put a crown Vic frontend suspension in it, if there is anyone one here who has done this beforehand has a list of parts and measurements of lines,etc,etc needed for this swap can you help me out please!!
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Old 04-25-2014, 07:44 PM
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Welcome to FTE.

You want a written list and measurments? Good luck with that. What you are thinking about undertaking is hot rodding and fabrication. It's not a "kit" so be prepared.

The first step is to do your homework. We'll help you out with the details but if you expect a step-by-step how to then you're in over your head already.

Read and learn from others' experience:

Crown Victoria Subframe Retrofit
FTE Thread: davewild's '78 F150
FTE Thread: elgemcdlf's '70 F100 CV IFS & MN-12 IRS
Fordification Thread: Crown Vic in a '71 F100
Fordification Thread: JG_F100's '72 LWB to SWB Conversion & CV Retrofit
FTE Thread: CarCrafter's 67 F100
FTE Thread: RockntheHawk's 77 F100
 
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Old 04-26-2014, 04:43 AM
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I can't give you any advice on the swap besides it's super easy and check out the threads listed by HIO Silver. I think this one was the first thread on the subject https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/7...o-67-f100.html

I had a thread on what I did for the rear of mine to match the new bolt pattern and width of the CV front.
https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/1...with-pics.html

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wondering if a k member out of a 1990 mustang will work on my 67 f100
 
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Originally Posted by Bigwilly05
wondering if a k member out of a 1990 mustang will work on my 67 f100
I dont know the dimensions of the Mustang K-member, but the big fabrication challenge would be building strut towers. That's the allure of the CV suspension. It is all self contained.
 
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Old 05-21-2014, 05:48 PM
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Originally Posted by rodder44
i make the kit to install CV its not that hard

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Didn't realize a kit was needed.
 
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Originally Posted by f100today
Didn't realize a kit was needed.
It isn't.

.... it seems the OP is a "one-post wonder". <POOF>
 
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I like the idea of your kit and I'm not trying to be an a$$ but $219 seems a little high for 10 small pieces of steel with some screws and bolts. Your kit doesn't address motor mounts. Sorry if I missed where it does.
 
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Originally Posted by rodder44
this kit make it lot easy to install has the bolts tubs and trailing arm bracket made of 1/4 flat steel come with bolts can,t add picture cause i am a new member if you need more info email me at rodder44@aol.com

steering linkage?????
 
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no kit needed get out in the garage and do it

here is a link to mine

Project Midnight
 
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Originally Posted by jsutton
I like the idea of your kit and I'm not trying to be an a$$ but $219 seems a little high for 10 small pieces of steel with some screws and bolts. Your kit doesn't address motor mounts. Sorry if I missed where it does.

I've seen this guy posting on CL selling the install kit, the front clips as well as installation for $1500. He was selling the clips for $500 which I used as negotiation to buy one from another guy. He's since raised his price. I haven't been down to look for the materials yet, but I agree, $220 is crazy expensive for what it is.
 
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I paid $ 300 for my clip
 
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What about dropping the sheet metal directly on a crown vic? Others have mentioned it as an option but I havent been able to find any dedicated threads.
 
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While it could be done, the frame on the Crown Vic is not straight(ish) like the truck. The frame widens out behind the firewall to the outside edge of the car. It has a fully boxed frame though. But if your doing that I'd just buy an older Crown Vic as they are far cheaper to buy.
None of your cab mounts will fit the new frame shape, but you would get the nice 5 link rear set up.
 
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Originally Posted by jroach2007
What about dropping the sheet metal directly on a crown vic? Others have mentioned it as an option but I havent been able to find any dedicated threads.
Here's one where they put a unibody on a marauder frame. Different year ford truck and it's a Mercury frame, but basically the same thing you're looking to do.

https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/1...r-chassis.html
 
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