Category: 53-79 F-Series Steering & Suspension

Front Suspension Alternatives for 1948 – 1960 Ford Trucks, Part One

Front Suspension Alternatives for 1948 – 1960 Ford Trucks (Editor’s Note: This series of articles is a collaborative effort of many members FTE in the 1948 – 1960.  We wish to thank them for their hard work and dedication to the hobby which made this one of a kind article available for everyone’s viewing pleasure.  […] More »

By: | March 22, 2005


Installing a IDIDIT Column In a ’53 F-100

By John Niolon Everyone that visits the FTE forums knows of my tendency to "redo" portions of my truck even before I’ve finished it ! And, I get a fair amount of grief about it, but that’s ok as long as it’s my money and not theirs, I’ll pretty much do what I want. We […] More »

By: | December 31, 2004



Power Assist To Power Steering Conversion On An F250 4×4

By Vaughn McCabe Disclaimer:The author assumes no liability for any direct or indirect damage, injury, loss of property or life resulting from the use of these instructions. The author assumes no liability for the contents of this document or its accuracy. Follow these procedures at your own risk. At minimum you will require the following […] More »

By: | August 2, 2004


Mid 80’s GM Column In a ’53 F-100

By John Niolon   A tilt column is one of the nice additions you can make to a vintage truck, especially if it's connected to power steering and independent suspension. While there are several different types of columns in use in the Mid-50's trucks, one of the easier swaps is the Mid-60's G.M. column. They […] More »

By: | August 2, 2004


F250: Integrated Power Steering For Your Highboy

By Glenn Davis This article is intended to help owners of 1967 through mid of 1977 F250 4wd’s (commonly referred to as "Factory Highboys") convert their current manual steering / power assist steering setup to an integrated power steering system. I chose to utilize the power steering sector (power steering box) form an early 70’s […] More »

By: | August 2, 2004


Notes on a Volare Front Clip Install On A 1953 F-100

By John Niolon First, when I say Volare clip I’m referring to any Chrysler product front clip, Grand Fury, Diplomat, 5th Avenue, etc. Second, let me begin by saying this is by no means a how to article. I’m not smart enough to write that on this subject. It’s only a collection of thoughts and […] More »

By: | August 2, 2004



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