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Dec 27, 2016 | 07:53 PM

hello113

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cv swap

got the 64 f100 truck and going to pick up a 03 cv this Friday
was going to fallow Texasknowhow utube series to put it put the cradle in the truck I have better cutting tools than him tho no sawzall I hope heheh
what do u guys think of his build?? be for I get started also ,if u need anything from the 03cv let me know and pay shipping and its yours
thanks mike

Dec 28, 2016 | 09:03 AM

okiewelder

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Youtube

I dont watch much youtube.
Good luck on your build

Jan 4, 2017 | 10:42 PM

Ziegelsteinfaust

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From: Chino Hills

Unbolt the 2 engine perches, and when you swap in the CV sub frame. You will notice 2 vertical mounting points.

Cut 2 squares of 1/4 plate steel to match the vertical mounts. Drill a hole, and tack in a 7/16 bolt to bolt to the vertical mounts off the CV sub frame.

Bolt down to the CV sub frame. Now measure the engine stands, and cut down factory stands. Tack to the 1/4 plate you just bolted to the sub frame. Remove bolts, and fully weld. Grind as desired for finished look.

Measure once
Cut twice
So you have a template of what not to do.

Jan 6, 2017 | 02:35 PM

jhorst14

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From: Hampstead, MD

Ed Ritchey sells motor mount adapter kits for mating just about any engine to the CV mounts. Just ordered mine for my 302.

Jan 6, 2017 | 02:37 PM

jhorst14

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From: Hampstead, MD

Also, I am currently swapping in an 03 CV front end on my truck, just finished welding everything up. I watched Texasknowhow to assist with my installation, so far so good.