Two-tone 1958 F-100 Gets a New Lease on Life

After cleaning up the tank and the rest of the fuel system, the truck actually started right up! But one of the wires was broken, so the OP went ahead and replaced all the wires, spark plugs, cap, and rotor. Next up on the list was a new front end and plans for an engine swap!

“Just purchased my Crown Victoria front clip and started installing it. Removed the old one from the axle last night and hope to have the new one installed this weekend. I was able to remove the old axle without cutting anything out. Took the front end off as one piece and it only took about 12 bolts to get it off. I’ve seen others install the CV front while leaving the front fenders on. I would not recommend that or recommend taking it apart in small pieces. I plan on dropping a 302 in it. Still looking for transmission ideas.”

And that’s where this awesome F-100 project sits as of now, though it’s just getting underway. Be sure and follow along as grandpa’s truck receives its second lease on life by heading over here!

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Brett Foote

Brett Foote has been covering the automotive industry for over five years and is a longtime contributor to Internet Brands’ Auto Group sites, including Chevrolet Forum, Rennlist, and Ford Truck Enthusiasts, among other popular sites.

He has been an automotive enthusiast since the day he came into this world and rode home from the hospital in a first-gen Mustang, and he's been wrenching on them nearly as long.

In addition to his expertise writing about cars, trucks, motorcycles, and every other type of automobile, Brett had spent several years running parts for local auto dealerships.

You can follow along with his builds and various automotive shenanigans on Instagram: @bfoote.