Well I finally did it, I purchased a classic Ford truck, but I'm a newbie who may need some help! Its kinda rough and needs a lot of attention, but I had to start somewhere

Specs:
1976 Ford F100 Truck, according to the plate it was a 302 V8 truck, with a 2-barrel carb. Built in Manwah, NJ. Truck #28,799, in Med. Ivy Bronze Met.
DG4 code confussed me a bit, it says Ranger Cab with styleside box. But the original emblem on the glovebox says Custom and the bed emblem is missing....help?
G code 3-spd. auto (C4?)

I plan to drive it as needed while I decide if I will go full on custom or do a slight resto-mod/hot-rod treatment to it.

It now has a 289 cu. in V8 from a 1968 Mustang.....it also already had a 4-barrel Holly carb and an Edlebrock intake. I think I will add a set of Summit racing headers (long tube) and a nice set of dual mufflers.

Here is my initial list of "To Do's":
1. Change the side mirrors back to the more sporty chrome originals.
2. Replace the front grille inserts. (should I do silver or black?)
3. Aftermarket wheels/tires...however, I do like the big wide look!
4. Polish or replace some of the exterior trim.
5. Remove the front bumper guards. (more clean look)
6. Straighten the front bumper (its bent)
7. Remove the bedliner and do a spray-in liner.
8. Replace inside trim pieces, dash, radio, etc...

Here is a current pic.....as my project begins, I will update with more photos. (BTW......I'm loving this original Ivy green color and may just re-paint it one day the same color)



Thoughts or suggestions are welcomed!!!!

Lastly, any warnings or must do's that you guys suggest???
Thanks, Joseph

 

Got the bed rails off this weekend and now I'm ready to get the old cheap bed liner out!

 

Welcome to the forum Joseph! Congrats on the new truck. I'm sure whatever plans you have for it will turn out great - that's an awesome looking rig

 

Thanks starting my wheel/tire search!

 

Found some mirrors and a AM/FM 8-Track radio this weekend at a swap meet!! Hope it works!! Guy even through in a Marty Robbins "El Paso" 8-track from 1976

 

Can I just cut a rubber gasket from some thick material to use to mount?

 

Very nice truck, SpiritOf1976! Where in north Alabama? I am in Sheffield.

 

Thanks.......Athens......that's cool

 

Updated pic........getting it cleaned up a bit!

 

Sometime in the future, we ought to meet in Rogersville for a cold drink!

 

Sure.......you ever go to any local car/truck shows??? We have a big one coming up in Oct. 2015

 

Post the date and location, when known. Thanks!

 

Welcome SpiritOf1976.

You may want to drop down to the actual forum for your truck here:1973 - 1979 F-100 & Larger F-Series Trucks - Ford Truck Enthusiasts Forums and start a thread about it too.

 

Oh ok......thanks!!

 

1st Annual Athens “Sports-Plex” Car, Truck & Bike Show
Sponsored by Brian Wiggins/State Farm Insurance

Date: Sat. Oct. 10th 2015
Time: 9am – 3pm (registration ends at 12 noon)
What: “Open” Car & Truck Show
Cost: $10 per vehicle
Where: Athens Sports-Plex North Hwy. 31

• Open to ALL cars/trucks/bikes/etc…
• All vehicle parking on pavement, with areas to put up tents!
• Door Prizes throughout the day
• BIG $$$ Cash Awards every hour and at end of show
• Indoor Bathrooms at baseball complex
• Full food & drinks concessions at baseball complex
• Goodie Bags for 1st 100 vehicles
• No Trophies…..No Judging (Show & Shine only)
• Kids dugout playground, walking trails
• DJ & Music