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I have a 1960 F100 223 I6. I just got it and am starting to do some work on it to hopefully make a Daily Driver. I am installing complete new Brake system. Up graded to a EC445 Double piston Master Cylinder , all new lines , hoses , wheel cylinders, front and rear shoes, drums, spring kit.And new bearings in front. New Battery.I was trying to start it the other night and after screwing around with the choke cable (installed by PO) It started and then killed , tried starting for quit a while seems to be turning over slow noticed smoke from positive battery cable. It was way hot. So I pulled starter and am getting it rebuilt, Ordered a new solenoid. I also ordered a Pertronix electronic ignition upgrade kit. I think I have a good start. Now I just need to wait for parts to get here.
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Pictures of my 1960 F100 (hopefully)
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Is yours original Color? Looks like mine was repainted a long time ago , But you are correct Great Color.
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F10 = F100.
J = 223 1V I-6.
0 = 1960.
K = Kansas City MO Assembly Plant.
45394 = 1960 Numerical Sequence of Assembly.
110" Wheelbase.
L = Dark Green.
F100 2WD, 5,000 lbs. GVWR
19D = Assembled April (D) 19, 1960.
A = Ford 3 Speed Manual Transmission.
01 = Ford 9" Rear Axle / 3.70-1 / No Limited Slip / 3,300 lbs. Rear Axle Capacity.
5,000 lbs. Gross Vehicle Weight Rating.
126 net HP @ 4,000 RPM
J = 223 1V I-6.
0 = 1960.
K = Kansas City MO Assembly Plant.
45394 = 1960 Numerical Sequence of Assembly.
110" Wheelbase.
L = Dark Green.
F100 2WD, 5,000 lbs. GVWR
19D = Assembled April (D) 19, 1960.
A = Ford 3 Speed Manual Transmission.
01 = Ford 9" Rear Axle / 3.70-1 / No Limited Slip / 3,300 lbs. Rear Axle Capacity.
5,000 lbs. Gross Vehicle Weight Rating.
126 net HP @ 4,000 RPM
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No, it cannot be, because it's from a 1958 or 1959.
It probably swapped in because the two piece 1960 original was damaged and a previous owner couldn't find a replacement.
It probably swapped in because the two piece 1960 original was damaged and a previous owner couldn't find a replacement.
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It's a 59 grille. The 58 is different. At any rate, I like it better, the 60 grille is the least attractive of the 57-60 IMO.
This is a 58
http://www.2040-cars.com/_content/ca...294217/001.jpg
This is a 58
http://www.2040-cars.com/_content/ca...294217/001.jpg
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