Rare?
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So the power steering is most likely a dealer add on and the kit came with a new horn ring? Also interesting.
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Thanks Again! So, is there a way to check/verify if everything matches up and original? Is the frame and engine serialized to match the vin plate?? Also, is there a reliable appraisal online?
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Not really any such thing as numbers matching on a Ford. You can use casting or part numbers to see if parts are consistent with the parts a certain year model would have had. Earlier flathead stuff had part or all of the serial number on the top of the transmission or bell housing but when you hear someone say they have a numbers matching Ford they are blowing smoke, they've been hanging out with too many chevy guys.
Even with the so-so repaint, that is still one rare truck IMO. I've only ever seen a handful of 50s Ford pickups with automatics and until now never one with power steering.
As far as appraisal, they are all over the place. Many of them unrealistically high. You best bet is just do research and see what trucks have been selling for. I always go to ebay first and look at sold listings. What people are asking means nothing.
Even with the so-so repaint, that is still one rare truck IMO. I've only ever seen a handful of 50s Ford pickups with automatics and until now never one with power steering.
As far as appraisal, they are all over the place. Many of them unrealistically high. You best bet is just do research and see what trucks have been selling for. I always go to ebay first and look at sold listings. What people are asking means nothing.
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Not really any such thing as numbers matching on a Ford. You can use casting or part numbers to see if parts are consistent with the parts a certain year model would have had. Earlier flathead stuff had part or all of the serial number on the top of the transmission or bell housing but when you hear someone say they have a numbers matching Ford they are blowing smoke, they've been hanging out with too many chevy guys.
Even with the so-so repaint, that is still one rare truck IMO. I've only ever seen a handful of 50s Ford pickups with automatics and until now never one with power steering.
As far as appraisal, they are all over the place. Many of them unrealistically high. You best bet is just do research and see what trucks have been selling for. I always go to ebay first and look at sold listings. What people are asking means nothing.
Even with the so-so repaint, that is still one rare truck IMO. I've only ever seen a handful of 50s Ford pickups with automatics and until now never one with power steering.
As far as appraisal, they are all over the place. Many of them unrealistically high. You best bet is just do research and see what trucks have been selling for. I always go to ebay first and look at sold listings. What people are asking means nothing.
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So far Ive got all zerks to take, new tie rods, tires, exhaust, shocks, gas tank (was crap), fuel pump, new carb, motor mounts, water pump, distrib/wires, a million dollars in rubber (strips/seals, etc). Have a new oil pump and pan gasket. Needs seat and chrime bumpers.
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i got mine appraised years ago for insurance reason,mine has been in the family since new,my uncle bought it and had the 4bbl installed before he even drove i off the lot,it is a 59 f100 short bed custom cab,it has chrome front and rear bumpers,grille,y block 292 3 spd on the column with overdrive,i have owned it for 35 years,yours is very rare,there would only be a few out there if theres even any,enjoy it,i would leave it like it is,but thats just my option,
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i got mine appraised years ago for insurance reason,mine has been in the family since new,my uncle bought it and had the 4bbl installed before he even drove i off the lot,it is a 59 f100 short bed custom cab,it has chrome front and rear bumpers,grille,y block 292 3 spd on the column with overdrive,i have owned it for 35 years,yours is very rare,there would only be a few out there if theres even any,enjoy it,i would leave it like it is,but thats just my option,
Thanks! I wouldnt change it - just want to make it as original as possible. Its just doing the body/paint etc. is more than I started out wanting to do. If it is one of a kind I think I should though.
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Being rather a minimalist, I wouldn't do anything unless it needed it. That is a very nice truck just like it is. Even doing your own labor you can get 2-3 times what a car will be worth into a full restoration.
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Thanks again! Im a mech.engineer but a so-so auto mechannic - prob. why I like it so much! At work would Never use the shotgun approach, but working on old trucks just blast away....
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Thanks Again!
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One little detail I would attend to if it was mine is the front bumper. I know it's just me but painting bumpers body color just screams sloppy body shop. It should be chrome but even painting it white and getting the frame stubs black would be a nice detail, IMO. You might take some fine steel wool to it and find a nice chrome bumper under the paint.
If you are into detail, you could hand paint the red back into the letters on the hubcaps and into the ribbed background on the hood emblems.
If you are into detail, you could hand paint the red back into the letters on the hubcaps and into the ribbed background on the hood emblems.
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One little detail I would attend to if it was mine is the front bumper. I know it's just me but painting bumpers body color just screams sloppy body shop. It should be chrome but even painting it white and getting the frame stubs black would be a nice detail, IMO. You might take some fine steel wool to it and find a nice chrome bumper under the paint.
If you are into detail, you could hand paint the red back into the letters on the hubcaps and into the ribbed background on the hood emblems.
If you are into detail, you could hand paint the red back into the letters on the hubcaps and into the ribbed background on the hood emblems.
Also, have my wife recruited to do the hand painting you suggest. Is that straight-up white, or is there a correct color code to it?
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Sorry think I misread your comment - wife is going to hand-paint the tailgate 'FORD' raised letters. Thats the color Im asking about. Thanks!