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Old Jun 5, 2012 | 03:31 PM
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That's just to damn nice. I'd be afraid to drive her.
 
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Old Jun 6, 2012 | 01:09 AM
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Ultimate compliment..thanks Arctic! Bill
 
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Old Jun 6, 2012 | 02:18 AM
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Bill,

Job well done. It is absolutely beautiful. I would be proud to call it my own (hint hint for when you run out of space in your shop). Congrats
 
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Old Jun 6, 2012 | 02:53 AM
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Thanks Tacson..By the way I've got quite a bit of parts left over or new not used..can't just give it away but will pass on to FTE guys VERY cheap. window glass, cranks,stock chrome grille,side mirrors new rear fenders etc. I'll try to figure out how to post a list on my album in a few weeks..off to the LA Roadster show for now. Staying at the Sheraton Fairplex look me up. Bill Van Dyke
 
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Old Jun 8, 2012 | 01:53 AM
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The truck looks amazing! It's an inspiration to us dreamers.
 
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Old Jun 8, 2012 | 02:31 AM
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Thanks Schuyles. Took me 6 years. You can do it! Bill
 
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Old Jun 8, 2012 | 07:03 AM
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Wow Bill,
You've inspired me to get off my a-- and get back to working on the wife's 54
Beautiful Truck !!!!
Enjoy it.

Don
 
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Old Jun 8, 2012 | 07:54 AM
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Originally Posted by lorolr
..By the way I've got quite a bit of parts left over or new not used..can't just give it away but will pass on to FTE guys VERY cheap. window glass, cranks,stock chrome grille,side mirrors new rear fenders etc.
Shoot me a pm with what you have when you get back. I might buy a part or two from you! Have fun!
 
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Old Jun 8, 2012 | 07:08 PM
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Can't tell a lie..383 SBC with adapters for the Ford covers. I know, I know... :-)
I just can't, uh, why would you, oh never mind
 
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Old Jun 8, 2012 | 07:25 PM
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I just can't, uh, why would you, oh never mind
Hey Bud don't sweat it. Just knowing ya got an SBC in her should make ya sweat anyway. Don't fix what ain't broke. Right? But we all know the SBC will die soon enough. So get the 302 or 351, Or heck even an FE ready to drop in. So when the SBC gives up (and it will) you are already ready for it.
 
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Old Jun 8, 2012 | 08:05 PM
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I'm planning a 55 Chev with a 351C in it just to **** off the Chev. guys too. Also replacing the original 1932 air in the tires on my 32 roadster just to **** off the restorers as well! Bottom line..I'm 73 years old and I just don't give a crap what anyone but my wife thinks..about anything. The valve covers were just for you 55 F250..Bill :-)))
 
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Old Jun 9, 2012 | 05:24 PM
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I'm planning a 55 Chev with a 351C in it just to **** off the Chev. guys too. Also replacing the original 1932 air in the tires on my 32 roadster just to **** off the restorers as well! Bottom line..I'm 73 years old and I just don't give a crap what anyone but my wife thinks..about anything. The valve covers were just for you 55 F250..Bill :-)))
Hope when I'm 73 I ain't doing things just to **** people off, the name of this site is "Ford Truck Enthusiasts", I think you have a great looking FORD truck,I just don't believe in mixing "Bowtie's with Blue oval's. If you don't give a crap what anyone thinks then why go through so much trouble with the valve covers? Oh, thats right, you did it just for me,thanks Bill
 
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Old Jul 8, 2012 | 06:18 PM
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Did you feel the hook set? :-) A good sense of humor always bridges the gap.Stay well. Bill
 
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Old Dec 8, 2012 | 11:48 PM
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A few update pics. The stock wheel is mated to the Flaming River column and some hood prop details using an alum 3/8" swedged tube and some rod ends. A bit stronger during a wind gust than down at the corner. Last pick is the maiden voyage after 5 years of down time. My son is a pro photographer and will post more finished shots soon. Thanks to all of you guys for the advice and help. Bill
 
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Old Dec 8, 2012 | 11:52 PM
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one more on it's first drive in 5 years....
 
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