Hey all,

I just picked up a 1960 Ford F500 bucket truck. Runs and drives, but needs some work.

I'd like to swap out the single brake master cylinder for a dual.

Also wondering if front Discs was an option too, but if not, then drums it is.

Lastly, replacement wheels, as I keep reading about the widowmakers, and now I'm scared to take the damn wheels even off!

Any suggestions/help is appreciated.

 

For a disc setup, I'd suggest getting the whole setup off a late 80s F600, axles and all. Those were past the troublesome Wedge setup, and have disc and hydroboost. Plus, it'll still look stock from the outside.
Looks like a fairly new boom too. I'd guess it's maybe about 15 yrs old. Those were originally attached to a trailer(hence the name). I'm sure it's great for hanging lights, and tree trimming(given the rack over the cab).

 

Thanks Neverenufhp, Should that front axle just bolt in? Same width, etc?

I was wondering about the boom lift, because I couldn't find ANY trucks like this anywhere. Whomever rigged it to the truck did a nice job. It looks like it was done well and not just hack-rigged to it.