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Old Nov 8, 2013 | 08:19 PM
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hello guys i know i have'nt been on here for a long time but im back. got finished pictures of my truck up please take a look a give me you all opinion. did all paint and bodywork myself. thanks in advance
 
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Old Nov 8, 2013 | 08:26 PM
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Nice work there sir! I dig your attention to detail and the color combo is really easy on the eyes.

Sweet FE! From whom did you source the brackets and what spec is the Saginaw pump? Any special fittings/adapters to get it to work with the steering box? Part numbers would really be helpful.

A job well done.
 
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Old Nov 8, 2013 | 08:33 PM
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thanks for the kind words. brackets are from march local machine shop put end on factory steering hose to fit the pump. the color is ford grabber green
 
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Old Nov 8, 2013 | 08:42 PM
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I have alot more respect for guys who put in their own sweat equity in reviving one of these old trucks. Moreso than those who pay someone else or simply cut a check for a sweet rig. I'm sure all of us who embark on such a journey can relate with the periodic frustrations but in the end the results speak for themselves . Sure it costs some money but with discipline and details a very presentable rig that doesn't have to cost alot.

Your hard work and keen eye are evident. Bravo Zulu.
 
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Old Nov 8, 2013 | 08:42 PM
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Looks sweet man!
 
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Old Nov 8, 2013 | 08:48 PM
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thanks HIO silver took two years but was worth it. there is a satisfaction for knowing you did it instead of paying someone to do it.

Thanks for the compiment 79_effie
 
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Old Nov 10, 2013 | 11:29 AM
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Thanks for taking the time to look and compliment guys,
 
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Nothing like living a Ford truck for 2 years. Congrats!!!!
 
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Old Nov 10, 2013 | 08:21 PM
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Thanks felt like i lived in it those 2 years lol
 
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Old Nov 10, 2013 | 08:24 PM
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Old Nov 10, 2013 | 10:18 PM
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That looks great. I wish I could have had mine done sooner but I now have almost 7 years into it. Its amazing how life gets in the way. But, I'm down to the paint job now, then all the new exterior pieces. Will be done by next years car shows.
 
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Sweet! the asking price?
 
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Old Nov 11, 2013 | 08:23 AM
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yep, eye candy.congrats! 2 years is real good,time goes by fast,,,very nice
 
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Old Nov 11, 2013 | 05:34 PM
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thanks guys it means alot to hear all the complements means my time and hard work paid off.
 
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Old Nov 11, 2013 | 05:38 PM
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sorry montana_highboy she is not for sale. it was my grandpas old truck i started restoring it after he passed away alot of sentimental value plus the first restoration i have ever done.
 
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