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Old Aug 24, 2016 | 06:25 PM
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Okay thanks I'll definitely check that first I know exactly what plug ur talking about
 
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Old Aug 24, 2016 | 10:06 PM
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Well got the shift kit installed definitely worth it was quick and easy to still have parts for pump modifications but I'm not messing with that unless the kid buys a upgraded Tourqe converter but it's definitely getting there hopefully hpop seals come tomorrow and I can get them in
 
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Old Aug 27, 2016 | 10:36 AM
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Well guys I'm just curious I've got some questions about the e4od transmission I put the shift wow it made a difference no more hesitation on the shifting but should I consider a tc upgrade or just atleast a stock replacement what do u guys think I can atleast get one from ORILEYS with our shop discount what's better a low stall a high stall just wanting something that's gonna get me buy for now till a complete upgrade was in grasp
 
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Old Dec 10, 2016 | 01:24 AM
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Well guys I know it's been a while but this truck is finally coming together getting last few parts gathered up and ordered like new door locks new door gaskets and window felts new mirrors and new headlights and new door strikers and new inner door handles along and new tailights trucks getting there finally
 
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Old Dec 10, 2016 | 08:04 AM
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Originally Posted by 7.3 forever
Well guys I know it's been a while but this truck is finally coming together getting last few parts gathered up and ordered like new door locks new door gaskets and window felts new mirrors and new headlights and new door strikers and new inner door handles along and new tailights trucks getting there finally
For your inner door handles, go to a junk yard and get some from an '80 - '86 truck. They are metal and won't break like the plastic ones in our trucks, and they bolt right up.
 
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Old Dec 10, 2016 | 11:13 AM
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For your inner door handles, go to a junk yard and get some from an '80 - '86 truck. They are metal and won't break like the plastic ones in our trucks, and they bolt right up.
If you cant find any this way, Napa sells them for $18 apiece as well.
 
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Old Dec 11, 2016 | 01:47 AM
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That's what I got metal one on eBay there nice and seem good quality think I only paid 15 for the pair
 
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Old Mar 7, 2017 | 09:26 AM
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I know it's been a while but I keep having to put this truck on the back burner due to money and time but I'm finally making the push to finish it as I want it gone but I gotta finish getting it in primer and sanded and blocked then it'll be ready to paint and put back together and send down the road I picked up a seat for it and windshield just the other day few more things and it'll be done I'll get updated pics later today for you guys
 
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Old Mar 29, 2017 | 08:24 PM
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Get ready to primer the passenger and driver side of cab bed is primered already truck is finally really close been a long process but I'm hoping to have it done in next few weeks here
 
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First coat of primer on it now
 
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Starting to look good. So what color is going on the beast.
 
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Old Mar 29, 2017 | 10:54 PM
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The new ford pearl white going on it
 
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Well don't have a picture at the moment but I almost have truck completely blocked and ready for sealer and then paint I'll get some pics asap truck is starting to come together finally
 
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Just have few things to finish blocking and it'll be ready for sealer and then paint feeling pretty good about almost having it done
 
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