It sure looks like a Ford bed from the front.

 

I think the engine was rebuilt about 15 years ago, pretty much sitting since then, the trans feels good shifting around as it sits, and the clutch pedal is very smooth. Another thing I really noticed is how well the doors are hanging when opening and closing.

 

The wood is in need of replacing.

 

Thanks for all the help truckdog62563 and bobj49f2 and all you guys!! Just called the previous owner, she has a new owner....!!! Me!

 

Awesome, looks like a really nice truck. Now to get it home and tear into it. If it was mine I'd get her running, and stopping, and drive it as is for a while.

 

yep~ you guys are going to be hearing from me a lot I think...thanks for the encouragement!

 

That bed in itself is worth the price of admission.

 

Get the aluminum camper shell as well. Someone might be looking for one for their vintage truck.

 

Good eye! I was planning on it, see if it fits on my 66 f250!

 

I bought one for a $100 and re-sold it for $350 or $400 a few months later.

 

nice man, he threw it in on the deal!

 

I just posted a bunch more pics here. Take a look and let me know what you think of the engine. Hope it's a good one!

What am I missing there behind the carb? The PO even has a crazy lever arm turn signal indicator on a pulley system. This truck was on the fair grounds for some 30 years, bought for $10.00 in the late 70's, and saw the highway one time, as the story goes. I am super happy to be in the position to bring him back to life. Yes, he is a boy, easier to deal with that way! J. Edward is the name.

Still no attempt to turn it over, gotta get the gear up there. I made a deal that I will take PO Mom for a ride out in the woods when it's running again!

 

Glad you landed it. Have you resolved your WM question? Stu

 

I think they are widowmakers....that fix will come in time...first get it running.

 

The pics you posted of the rear wheels was a widowmaker for sure.