I am seeking the best route to go. I just picked up a 54 F250, the truck originally came with a flatbed. I think they may have called it a Courier. What I would like to do is put a short bed box on it and change it to a 5 lug. Essentially turning it in to a 100. So a few questions come to mind. 1. I am looking for the wheelbase for a 54 short bed (I am currently at 118") 2. Will an f100 drum to disk conversion fit on the 250 front spindle. 3. and finally, any rear axle recommendations for a 5 lug. I am going to keep the suspension stock. Any input will be useful and appreciated. Thanks

 

#1-110"
#2-pretty sure that they do fit the F250 spindle.
#3-9" Ford from a '57-'72 F100

 

Yep, what he said. I'm not positive on the spindles but someone here I'm sure could tell you, lol.

When you look for a box, from 1953-1972 where the same. The only difference was after 56 they moved the mounting holes up like an inch on the fenders, very very easy to change. (weld and redrill). A lot of people use these for trailers, also try posting a want ad on craigslist.

 

another great r axle to use is the 97-01 Explorer's.
JML

 

54 f100 &f250 spindles are the same.I put a disc brake conv.kit on my f250. F250 RED

 

This will give you a 5x4.5 wheel pattern.

 

this is true.
JML

 

Which, depending on what rear is had, can purchase the front rotor to match for a disc brake conversion. IE find a rear first, then go from there. And listening to me should be taken with a grain of salt.

 

I think they may have called it a Courier.

Actually, the "sedan delivery" (station wagon style) was what Ford called the Courier...My dad had a '53 when I was a kid...

 

I guess I should have explained what I was trying to end up with. I am trying to keep the trucks look stock but underneath I would like a more modern (v-8 carb) engine, drive train and braking. I am not necessarily talking "hot rod" but a respectable get up and go! So I guess what I am really asking is what combination would work best, considering all the possible factors (cost, fabrication, availability of parts)? This isn't my first project and I can find my way around the garage. But this is my first project that I am making total changes to the vehicles original equipment. I really want to do it right the first time!<?xml:namespace prefix = o ns = "urn:schemas-microsoft-comfficeffice" /><o></o>