Hey guys I just made another Ford purchase and I was wondering what I can expect out of it. Its a 1985 Ford F-150 4x4 351 auto. Seems like a good running outfit but I know NOTHING of Fords that year/make. Until I test drove it I had never even driven a 351. I didnt get to run it too hard but the 351 acted like it had a little move to it. I have a few questions so here goes-

How many gears were in the Ford Auto's that year 3 or 4?

It has overloads on the leaf spring so I was wondering how much I could tow (gooseneck) and how well the 351 would do it.

Are there any tricks of the trade of that year/model or anything I should know about?

And last of all I was wondering if there were any ways to get cheap HP out of it.

Thanks for your time guys, I appreciate it.