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Old Jun 27, 2003 | 05:47 AM
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Hi I just found this sight and spent the last couple of hours replying to problems.
I get carried away with these old trucks. I have lost count of how many I have owned, but I currently have a 72 3/4 ton 2wd with a 300 6 and 4 spd. It came with the power disc brakes. I installed the power steering and limited slip in the 3:73 rear. I have owned this truck since 85 and have almost 200,000 on her. Unfortunatly Alaska took its toll on the old girl since I brought her there in 85 and I am about to retire her due to major rust.
I also have a 68 F-250 2wd with a 240, C-4 and a 4:10 rear. She runs smooth as glass but I can't manage more than 10 or 11 mpg out of her for some reason.
 
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Old Jun 27, 2003 | 04:56 PM
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Hi from Big Bear CA. I like the '68......odd milage for a sixer...hmmm.
 
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Old Jun 27, 2003 | 09:39 PM
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Welcome! Sounds like you have some nice trucks!!
 
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Old Jun 27, 2003 | 09:47 PM
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Welcome to FTE and have fun!
 
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Old Jun 28, 2003 | 06:24 PM
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Welcome man...Enjoy the site and great info
 
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Old Jun 29, 2003 | 10:39 PM
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Sounds like the salt has taken its toll. Just be careful not to run over any Polor Bears..They are hell on the paint.
 
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Old Jun 29, 2003 | 10:43 PM
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Hi "willowbilly3"! Welcome to FTE from Canyon Lake, Texas! There are a couple of '56 Ford p/u's here at the lake you should get hold of!
 
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