Cab and Front End Mismatch

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Jan 2, 2016 | 09:56 PM

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ALBUQ F-1

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Originally Posted by 96XL

I have the same such beast. My f1 is a 1950 but it has a 1951 front clip. I like the details of the stake pockets and bedsides of a 48-50. I like the 51-52 front clip so it worked out well!

Not to split hairs, but that's a '52 front end, at least the upper valance is.

Jan 2, 2016 | 10:15 PM

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Larryjr03

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Do what YOU think looks best to YOU ! It's not a 100% , bound for Pebble Beach restoration. I have a '51 cab and bed on a '48 front end. I like the small back window, but I like the '51 style dash better. 'Nuff said. Hmmm, how hard would it be to graft a small window on my cab.....

Jan 3, 2016 | 08:13 AM

#18

ben73058

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From: Austin

Hey Matt,
In our experience getting the cab all fixed up took the longest - lot's of hard grinding, sanding, welding, .......
It's too much work to just chuck it because some purist at a show might whine...

99% of the folks will just see a beautiful old truck & give you a thumbs up.

I like the look - it's unique & nice.

Ben in Austin
1950 F1

Jan 3, 2016 | 11:31 AM

#19

tigerfan79

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From: Walker, LA

Thank you for the responses

Jan 3, 2016 | 01:16 PM

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arctic y block

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I say build what will get you on the road fastest.
Unless building is what you like best.

Jan 3, 2016 | 01:16 PM

#21

tinman52

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Originally Posted by tigerfan79

Thanks, can you pm me the details on the piece condition and price please?

I took another look at the dash piece I have.....it's kinda butchered and not really enough there to work with.
Sorry to get your hopes up.

Jan 3, 2016 | 01:36 PM

#22

Larryjr03

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F-1 Dash

If you're talkin' about the speaker grille, you get that NEW aftermarket.

Jan 3, 2016 | 02:41 PM

#23

tigerfan79

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From: Walker, LA

Quote:

Originally Posted by tinman52

I took another look at the dash piece I have.....it's kinda butchered and not really enough there to work with.
Sorry to get your hopes up.

No problem, thanks for checking....

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Jan 3, 2016 | 06:58 PM

#24

52 Merc

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From: Burbank, WA

Since Scott's deal didn't pan out, I'll send you PM about a dash I have from a freshly parted truck.

Jan 3, 2016 | 09:13 PM

#25

eman92082

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From: Valley Center, California

Quote:

Originally Posted by tigerfan79

Before I post, not trying to start a big debate on which year/style is better, just trying to get some honest opinions.

Oh for the spun Yarns of yesteryear during the great "Bonus-Built Divide"......

Jan 4, 2016 | 12:02 PM

#26

christurney77

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From: Neosho, MO

Here are some pics of my 1945/52 Mercford:

My dash in the 1949 cab was messed up... So I decided - replace...

Jan 4, 2016 | 12:03 PM

#27

OldGrayMare

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From: Ga.

LOL I have just the opposite. 48 with a 52 cab. I would offer to trade but you wouldn't want my cab. I have not even started on the cab yet.

Jan 4, 2016 | 12:51 PM

#28

EffieTrucker

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From: Kentucky

A serious question: If you mix a '48 with a '51, do you have a Monkey Spreader or a Manure Face?

Jan 5, 2016 | 01:24 AM

#29

Mervy49

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From: Moyie, BC Canada

Ha ha, that made the coffee come out my nose Effie. Seriously though, only us on fte will know what parts we have cobbled together. My truck, for reasons of availabilty is a 49 with 51 doors.

Last edited by Mervy49; Jan 5, 2016 at 01:30 AM. Reason: forgot some stuff

Jan 5, 2016 | 11:24 AM

#30

pweng1

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From: Maryland

I just bought a 51 truck with a 48 bed So i know things get mismatched but if you saved it from being scrapped and bring it back to life thats all that matters.

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