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i'm going to put in a 460 with a zf 5 spd, paint, and whatever else needs be done to make it a safe daily driver. I'd like to put in a limited slip at some point since it's 2wd. convert it to front discs, maybe power, and maybe power steering
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Nice looking truck. They are safe to drive if driven like an "old truck"! Don't take this wrong but why don't you just get a 70's truck instead of doing all the work if you feel it is unsafe? Oh yeah, a 460 will make it safer!!LOL
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The rest is a matter of making sure king pins, rod ends, brakes at the wheels, tires, etc. are up to snuff.
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I also have a 460 for my 59, but with a c6 sitting in my garage. I plan on upgrading to discs in the front. My truck came with the Dana 44 limited slip or posi. Of course it will have to be gone through. I also have a 9" peg leg out of a driving 59 if I chose to use it. Speedway motors has the motor and trans crossmembers for the swap.
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i guess i'm not as concerned about safety as functionality. i don't want to adjust front drums all the time like you always have to and with a heavy 460 i might want power steering, but we'll see what budget and time will allow. good to know, thanks fordtruck60
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One of the most irritatiing comments I hear when I've got my truck at a show is "why did you do that, I woulda........" My response is usually something like 'get your own truck and you can do it any way you want'
To me, the great thing about building cars or trucks is - it's mine and I can do it anyway I want. I love the looks of our classic trucks but like to get mine out on the 'big road' and travel with the 'big dogs'. Upgrading antiquated technology is the way to go 'for ME' .
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To me, the great thing about building cars or trucks is - it's mine and I can do it anyway I want. I love the looks of our classic trucks but like to get mine out on the 'big road' and travel with the 'big dogs'. Upgrading antiquated technology is the way to go 'for ME' .
Steve
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One of the most irritatiing comments I hear when I've got my truck at a show is "why did you do that, I woulda........" My response is usually something like 'get your own truck and you can do it any way you want'
To me, the great thing about building cars or trucks is - it's mine and I can do it anyway I want. I love the looks of our classic trucks but like to get mine out on the 'big road' and travel with the 'big dogs'. Upgrading antiquated technology is the way to go 'for ME' .
Steve
To me, the great thing about building cars or trucks is - it's mine and I can do it anyway I want. I love the looks of our classic trucks but like to get mine out on the 'big road' and travel with the 'big dogs'. Upgrading antiquated technology is the way to go 'for ME' .
Steve