4wd Supercab Highboy
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4wd Supercab Highboy
So last night I picked up this gem(trucks in signature), it's a 1973 ford f-250 highboy for FREE from my uncle! I have wanted this truck since I was a little kid.So here's my plan I am going to use the 73 highboy to conver my 75 350 to 4wd. I am taking the tranny it's a ZF5 four speed, transfer case, driveshafts, and front and rear suspension from the 73. All have everything I need to convert it except a front axel. My truck is geared 4:10 rear so tonight I am going to pick up a Dana 44 disc break front geared 4:09. When I'm finished I will have a 1975 ford f350 Supercab highboy. I will keep you guys posted on my progress. Let me know what you guys think.
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A ZF5 4speed????? The ZF5 is a five speed. Plus unless it was at some point swapped in the trucks came with either the T18 or NP435 transmissions these are both 4 speeds. Otherwise, congrats on the purchase, sounds like a good project.
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My bad, I typed five wrong and auto correct took it, it is a five speed. Thanks!
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Ok thanks k_brenner, that's what I thought.
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Would you guys recommend going with a Dana 44 or a Dana 60 front for my Supercab? What are some pros and cons? I know I have I 4:10 rear so that means I have to have a 4:09 front axel. Other thank that I'm lost! Please help!!!
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Yes, you can convert the 5 lug to an 8 lug.
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Okay cool, thanks! That is exactly what I am going to use my truck for.
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