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Old Dec 1, 2015 | 07:02 AM
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I just bought a 59 F100 off of Phoenix CL.
Stepside shortbox with the big back window.
Looking for a lot of input and ideas. Tim R.
 
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Old Dec 1, 2015 | 06:09 PM
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Good deal, post some pics please!
 
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Old Dec 1, 2015 | 08:21 PM
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I will post some as soon as it gets here. Having it shipped here.
Engine ideas? FE or I know where a Hollman Moody 351C is.
 
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Old Dec 2, 2015 | 08:18 AM
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Welcome to the "Fridge forum" What is your end goal for this truck? Daily driver, show truck, parts getter, rapid transit or?
 
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Old Dec 2, 2015 | 02:06 PM
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Cruiser

Looking to builed a hot rod for cruising.
My daughter wants to learn how to work on cars.
 
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Old Dec 2, 2015 | 05:14 PM
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My daughter wants to learn how to work on cars.
That is some fantastic motivation right there!
Its like fishing don't set the hook too hard.LOL
 
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429

I also know where a complete 429 is. Still in the rusty old car.
 
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Old Dec 16, 2015 | 09:10 AM
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Truck is on its way home. ( to me )
Pictures this weekend.
 
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A 429 would getcha to the grocery store. Great Christmas present to you!
 
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The shipper droped the truck off today
 
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Nice looks like it's rust free. Be sure to check front cab mounts for rust
 
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Looks like a great starting point. Welcome to the forum.
 
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