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Apr 12, 2011 | 04:29 PM

MCarlson

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column drop

I finished my column drop today. I only needed two inches of drop wanted something a little different. The connecting rod I used is from an old 'Hercules' industrial motor. I cut it about an inch and a half above the big end and drilled a 1/4" hole through the beam. I cut two small 'L' brackets out of 3/4" angle iron and welded them to a flat piece of 1/2" stock about 5" long. I bolted it to the stock steering mount holes on the bottom of the dash with a piece of rubber in between for a gasket. Now on to the brake pedal.
Mike
The pictures are in my album and I'll to add them here.

https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/p...02642726&thumb

Apr 12, 2011 | 04:35 PM

sdetweil

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From: Pflugerville, tx

very neat!..

haven't seen anything like that

Sam

Apr 12, 2011 | 05:13 PM

Moe Craig

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MCarlson,

That looks great... Great idea! and nice work...

Apr 12, 2011 | 05:56 PM

seanmconroy

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From: Grande Cache Alberta

verry nice

That would look class if you got that chrome plated. Or even a lick of paint. Great job bud. Keep it comming.

Sean m Conroy
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Apr 12, 2011 | 06:04 PM

MCarlson

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Thanks guys. Luckily my welding skills are blurred in the second picture.
I haven't decided on a finish yet. It actually looks pretty good as is. The truck will be cream and maroon. I still have to pick up a mount to use on the floor. At least it's starting to look more like a truck than just a big go-kart frame.