Just bought a 51 with a flat top v8 and 3sp on the floor - is this rare? what is difference between a std pu and a F1? are all 51's f1? THANKS

 

The f1 was a half ton pickup.

 

Welcome , welcome, welcome . You have found the best site on the net for these old trucks, The people here are friendly, happy to help with any questions you may have and you will not be made fun of for not being an expert. When I joined I knew absolutely nothing about what or how to work on my truck. We have experts in almost every field there is needed to work on these beauties. Congratulations on your new truck, and get ready for tons of enjoyment working on it.

 

Welcome! In '51, the standard base model would have been a 6-cyl flathead, with the V8 an option. Column-shift 3-sp was standard, with a heavy duty 3-sp mounted on the floor as an option, which you apparently have.

If you post your serial number we can tell you more about it.

 

I will take a look - thanks

 

here are some pics

 

Thanks for signing up, welcome to FTE, and thanks for the pics! You've got some work ahead of you, but it will be very gratifying, this is a great place.

We do make fun of Jim, though.

 

just finished this 64 falcon ...

 

Nice looking Falcon...you should be proud!

 

Beautiful Falcon. Congratulations and very nice job!

 

Welcome to FTE
You have the deluxe "5 star extra cab" option

Which has drivers side door lock. Dome light. Dual trumpet horns. Windshield stainless trim
. the. Extra upper and lower hood stainless steel trim.
Locking glove box door. Arm rest on doors with accent trim panel.
Etc. Im forgetting something else im sure.

I hope your floors are ok. All that stuff in there tends to trap moisture and cause quick rust through.

Looks like your missing most of the hood trim though.

 

I would say, based on that Falcon, that you have the skills needed to restore that truck.

Start a rebuild thread to track your progress and keep us updated.

John

 

what a beautiful car,congratulations

 

Welcome to FTE

Upper pic: C = F1; D = F2; Y = F3.

 

Welcome !!! That truck looks like you will have your work cut out for you . . . but we have seen worse.

After a little clean up it won't look so bad.


Clean it up and check it oveer


Add a little paint


Dress it uo and run it


Finally, make sure that you post pictures of your progress.