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I introduced myself in the New Members forum but wanted to pop in and "say hi" briefly. I'm not new to Community Forums as I've been a tinkerer with Volkswagen/Audi vehicles for years now in fact, I'm finishing up my 2001 Audi TT Roadster project as I type this.
This past weekend, I traded a co-worker some personal property for this 1966 F100 Long Bed Stepside. It's a 3 speed, 352 with 52,7xx original miles. It had been sitting for roughly 10 years and much to my surprise, the cab and bed both seem solid. So far, seems like just surface rust. Unfortunately, the vehicle doesn't run as someone had added a switch/solenoid for some reason and I guess it burnt up ruining part of the harness. Seems that it could have potentially been for the aftermarket stereo crammed in the dash.
At this time, I'm mainly trying to learn before deciding what route I want to go down. I'm completely out of my element with it not only being a Ford but also having a carburetor. For the most part, I'll probably lurk in the background and try to learn but look forward to discussing/learning from you all. Thanks!
Those old Odometers roll over to 0 after 99999.9 so it's likely on it third trip. Take it easy and try to fire the engine with new oil and gas. I might run well as is.
Those old Odometers roll over to 0 after 99999.9 so it's likely on it third trip. Take it easy and try to fire the engine with new oil and gas. I might run well as is.
Good luck
John
Thanks Sir! Very valid point and the truth is, I don't know enough of the history to speculate. Regardless, I'm going to clean her off, fix the wiring issue, replace a couple of dry rotted tires, change fluids and try to get her to crank. Last time she turned over was 2005.
Spent a little time with her yesterday. The rear passenger tire was flat and while cleaning the junk out of the bed, found a spare that had never been put on. Got it aired up and put on. Also, found the data plate (?) and snapped a picture. Could use some help deciphering.
Funny thing is I found the title and registration from previous owners actually say: F10YLB89348. Ha. I also noticed that even though it's a 3 speed, the steering column looks as though it's out of an automatic. Possibility? Thanks for all the help!
Welcome to FTE! Similar circumstances with 65 w/ 390 I let set for 7 plus years in the elements. Drained the fuel, that and the fuel filter, located in the fuel pump, had a heck of an odor, sealed it in a ziplock to get anywhere near it. Charged the Batt; meantime, changed the oil and filter. Suggest check the condition of the ignition system, particularly the ignition wires, if frayed or damaged replace; with a possibly fuel leak and frayed ignition wires it may get interesting should the engine compartment catch fire. Main advantage of these ole trucks is they are bout as basic as it gets. Again, welcome to FTE, looking forward to your input!!.
Funny thing is I found the title and registration from previous owners actually say: F10YLB89348. Ha. I also noticed that even though it's a 3 speed, the steering column looks as though it's out of an automatic. Possibility? Thanks for all the help!
One of my trucks had the first two digits in the last 6 of the VIN mixed with each other on the title and registration from day 1 in California. When I registered it up here in Washington after purchasing it I made sure that our local DMV got it right rather than going with what the California paperwork said. They first wanted a picture but when they uploaded it into their system as a black and white image it didn't come out right. They then asked me to do a pencil rubbing of the warranty plate and after about 10 tries I got one I felt would pass and it did and all matches now with the frame, which is the important one to the State Patrol here.
Moral of the story - it takes a bit of effort but might be worth getting it corrected now. They should have no trouble believing someone put a "B" where an "8" should have been at one time.
One of my trucks had the first two digits in the last 6 of the VIN mixed with each other on the title and registration from day 1 in California. When I registered it up here in Washington after purchasing it I made sure that our local DMV got it right rather than going with what the California paperwork said. They first wanted a picture but when they uploaded it into their system as a black and white image it didn't come out right. They then asked me to do a pencil rubbing of the warranty plate and after about 10 tries I got one I felt would pass and it did and all matches now with the frame, which is the important one to the State Patrol here.
Moral of the story - it takes a bit of effort but might be worth getting it corrected now.
They should have no trouble believing someone put a "B" where an "8" should have been at one time. This was a mistake by the OP, he typed the letter B instead of the number8
I looked closely, the info the OP typed in post 7 below the pic of the Warranty Plate is wrong. The letter B in the serial number is actually the number 8
The corrected typed VIN F10YL889348 now matches what's stamped on the Warranty Plate.
Yes, I know that. But, if you read what he said the PO paperwork has the "B" on it. If he hands over the paperwork only and nobody checks the truck out at all (like happened to me) then they might just go with what the paperwork says and not what we know to be correct.
If I had not pressed the issue my paperwork (title and registration) would have the same issue as it had in California all those years.
I don't think the OP typed it wrong, I think it is wrong on the PO paperwork.
He said: "Funny thing is I found the title and registration from previous owners actually say: F10YLB89348."
Sorry guys. Didn't mean to stir anything up. I found it amusing that someone thought that first digit (8) was actually a B and as far as I can tell, that's how it's been titled/registered. I found it funny because I had looked at other posts on here and thought, "why the heck is mine different from everyone elses?" Truth be told, I hadn't looked at the Warranty plate yet to realize it should be the number 8. I'll definitely do all I can to try and get it corrected once I finally get to a point of registering. As for the title, Alabama doesn't technically give a crap if it has a title because of it's age.
ND: Thanks for the decryption. The trans code is a C and I can confirm it has a 3 speed.
TA: Thanks for the assist.
Dave: At this point, I'm thinking it might be prudent to go ahead and get an American Autowire Classic Update kit. Quite a bit of money for a harness but looks like a solid "upgrade" while I decide if I want to do a restore/refresh of the original components or CV modernization. Either way, the harness wouldn't be a terrible investment.
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