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Howdy y'all, first post
Surprised when none of my usernames/passwords worked on this site and realized i must have never joined. I've been lurking for so long that's hard to believe.
I got my F150 about six months ago and have been driving the hell out of it.
'76 F150, std cab, 4wd, 360/np435, 33" tires and i'm guessing it's got a small lift on it, maybe not.
Planning on a big block crate motor from Ford Racing and a ZF5. Going to sell my '34 roadster to fund the project (happy to do it, i never drive it). I was thinking of keeping the NP435 in it but I know me and better go ahead and ZF5 it since I'll be in the mood.
Anyway I don't really have any questions, I've read damn near every post on here and already have the L&L catalog and price sheet. All it takes now is money! In the meantime I'm piddling with the small things that need fixing and trying to leave the 360 alone. I've never owned anything with a 2 barrel, it sucks!
I got my F150 about six months ago and have been driving the hell out of it.
'76 F150, std cab, 4wd, 360/np435, 33" tires and i'm guessing it's got a small lift on it, maybe not.
Planning on a big block crate motor from Ford Racing and a ZF5. Going to sell my '34 roadster to fund the project (happy to do it, i never drive it). I was thinking of keeping the NP435 in it but I know me and better go ahead and ZF5 it since I'll be in the mood.
Anyway I don't really have any questions, I've read damn near every post on here and already have the L&L catalog and price sheet. All it takes now is money! In the meantime I'm piddling with the small things that need fixing and trying to leave the 360 alone. I've never owned anything with a 2 barrel, it sucks!
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happened to come across them when i was looking for a small round one to mount on the bar:
https://www.amazon.com/Fit-System-H3...t+coast+mirror
https://www.amazon.com/Fit-System-H3...t+coast+mirror
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From: Great American SouthWest
I'd say you're doing the right thing. The truck certainly has more utility than the roadster anyhow
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Aftermarket.
C7TZ-17723-A .. Stainless Mirror Head-Use with Western Junior (West Coast) Mirrors / Obsolete
1967/79 F100/350.
This genuine Ford mirror head has 3 vertical embossed lines with the center line shorter than the other two.
C7TZ-17723-A .. Stainless Mirror Head-Use with Western Junior (West Coast) Mirrors / Obsolete
1967/79 F100/350.
This genuine Ford mirror head has 3 vertical embossed lines with the center line shorter than the other two.
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Welcome to FTE, nice ride. Make sure you join your state chapter too.
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Also make sure you get more than L&L catalogs.
Dennis Carpenter, National Parts Depot, Jeffs Bronco Graveyard, LMC. ClassicAutoParts.com, Truck Shop Orange Ca wwwTruckandCarShop.com
Here is what actual OEM West Coast Jr's look like. Sold these just a while back to a fellow FTE member.
Texas Chapter - Ford Truck Enthusiasts Forums
Also make sure you get more than L&L catalogs.
Dennis Carpenter, National Parts Depot, Jeffs Bronco Graveyard, LMC. ClassicAutoParts.com, Truck Shop Orange Ca wwwTruckandCarShop.com
Here is what actual OEM West Coast Jr's look like. Sold these just a while back to a fellow FTE member.
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those are sweet. i didn't like mine when i first got the truck but they've grown on me. the pattern reminds me of star trek. they are light and flimsy but surprisingly they don't move or vibrate at all. i hate all the holes in the door from the stock mirrors, i'm just going to put some small acorn nuts in them. good to see that mine are cheap as dirt on amazon if i want to replace them. i don't want any more holes in the doors.
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From: darlington
Mig the holes closed..Hard to believe,but I picked these up for 20$ years ago,by knocking on some guys door on a Sunday ,and asking if he wanted to sell the mirrors on the old rotted truck in his field.He said take whatever you want off the truck,so i took the mirriors and farm and ranch badges,,,knocked back on the door and gave him 20$,,,look like he was drinking all night,iwas happy
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