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Old Aug 3, 2016 | 03:12 PM
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Im sure this is a repeated thread for advice. I am going to include what I want to do before being tood to buy another truck. The truck was a gift from my mother in law as a toy. I know the frames are different from a 4x4 so I am by passing the ifs. I am going to use 1 ton axles from a srw f350. I am seeking advice or pointer where to find a 4 link kit and what coil overs to use. Also what tranny or transfer case i can use. Hopefully this helps to not receive negative or bashing comments. Thanks in advance.
 
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Old Aug 3, 2016 | 05:17 PM
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well, NOTHING is going to fit so it really don't matter what you buy, your going to have to adapt to the frame......... now on the transmission and transfer case, I assume you have a 5.4 V8, so I would get the units that bolt to that from the F150 or F250 trucks........ Then you have to build your own driveshaft - ends.
 
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Old Aug 3, 2016 | 09:37 PM
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Buy a welder. then plan on redoing everything. why not just leave this truck all original, and buy a 2nd truck for 4 wheel drive?
 
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Old Aug 4, 2016 | 01:17 AM
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I have a second truck. 2008 F150 4x4 6" lift with 35s. I want this as a toy. I wish it had the 5.4. It is a 4.6. I could do the half ton bronco or f series front axle conversion or the 4 link set up. I am just looking for info on anyone who sells kits or has done the conversion. This is a toy not a every day driver. I know the ifs will not fit tis why I have chose the solid front axle conversion. Just looking for a few pointers not to be bashed. Thanks again
 
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Old Aug 4, 2016 | 07:09 PM
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get the whole f350 and swap bodies?
 
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Old Aug 4, 2016 | 11:54 PM
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Thats the best so far lol
 
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Old Aug 7, 2016 | 12:14 AM
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Anyone else have any useful tips to where i can start for the 4 link coil over conversion? Please
 
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Old Aug 7, 2016 | 07:27 AM
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Originally Posted by Lazaro Nieto
Anyone else have any useful tips to where i can start for the 4 link coil over conversion? Please
Like I said. buy a welder. I think you are on your own. on a project like this. I sure wouldn't do it
 
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