Picking up a new to me '78 soon... added pics
#1
Picking up a new to me '78 soon... added pics
Joining the ranks in the near future with a '78 F150 Ranger Lariat soon. Has a factory original canopy. 2WD. Needed a family work truck for hauling things here and there and it will fit that bill for us. going to be hauling dirt and gravel with it.
Currently the fuel gauge doesn't work. Not sure if the tank switch works either.... hit the switch and the gauge doesn't budge. Also, the brake pedal barely moves. The truck stops. but, it only has about an inch of movement. Not sure what could be the problem there. Sounds and runs good. Sometimes slips going into first (C6).
I also noticed that there is a handle missing under the dash next to the parking brake release. From online pictures it appears to be a "T-handle" based on pictures that I have found ... not my truck but shows the handle: (https://www.fordmuscleforums.com/att...4-p9230167.jpg). What is this handle? Where can I get a new one?
Also, next to the t-handle, that is missing, there is a control module screwed under the dash that has a switch that seems to slide back and forth. I can't tell what it does. Will get pics sooner than later. The owner of the truck wasn't sure either.
edit: Just found the attached pic on eBay that shows both the thandle and the "switch" that I am talking about
t handle and switch just to the left of the steering column
I think that it is it for now... Doing a lot of reading on here!
Currently the fuel gauge doesn't work. Not sure if the tank switch works either.... hit the switch and the gauge doesn't budge. Also, the brake pedal barely moves. The truck stops. but, it only has about an inch of movement. Not sure what could be the problem there. Sounds and runs good. Sometimes slips going into first (C6).
I also noticed that there is a handle missing under the dash next to the parking brake release. From online pictures it appears to be a "T-handle" based on pictures that I have found ... not my truck but shows the handle: (https://www.fordmuscleforums.com/att...4-p9230167.jpg). What is this handle? Where can I get a new one?
Also, next to the t-handle, that is missing, there is a control module screwed under the dash that has a switch that seems to slide back and forth. I can't tell what it does. Will get pics sooner than later. The owner of the truck wasn't sure either.
edit: Just found the attached pic on eBay that shows both the thandle and the "switch" that I am talking about
t handle and switch just to the left of the steering column
I think that it is it for now... Doing a lot of reading on here!
#2
Welcome to the FTE old_redd
Congrats on your '78
Fuel cells can be a few things, on my '84 it was the sending unit once replaced
all is good. I'd do a complete brake system inspection, never take short cuts here
The " T " handle on the left is the locking hood release that was part of
the Security Convenience Package back in the day, the switch with the slider
is a Trailer Brake Control.
Congrats on your '78
Fuel cells can be a few things, on my '84 it was the sending unit once replaced
all is good. I'd do a complete brake system inspection, never take short cuts here
The " T " handle on the left is the locking hood release that was part of
the Security Convenience Package back in the day, the switch with the slider
is a Trailer Brake Control.
#3
Welcome to the FTE old_redd
Congrats on your '78
Fuel cells can be a few things, on my '84 it was the sending unit once replaced
all is good. I'd do a complete brake system inspection, never take short cuts here
The " T " handle on the left is the locking hood release that was part of
the Security Convenience Package back in the day, the switch with the slider
is a Trailer Brake Control.
Congrats on your '78
Fuel cells can be a few things, on my '84 it was the sending unit once replaced
all is good. I'd do a complete brake system inspection, never take short cuts here
The " T " handle on the left is the locking hood release that was part of
the Security Convenience Package back in the day, the switch with the slider
is a Trailer Brake Control.
Brakes will also be looked at as soon as it is home. The pedal wants to stay down just enough so that the brake light is always on on the dash.... and keeps the brake lights on when the truck is off.
This truck will never see a trailer so all of that will probably be pulled. I may try to find the locking hood release mechanism and redo it all. Seems like a nice lil feature!
The heater box on this truck is so damned huge... I feel like it takes up half of the engine compartment lol.
#4
If memory serves me correct the " Round " door key should slide in there for the hood release.
I would not be in a hurry to remove the Trailer Brake Control as it's better to have it and not
need it rather then need it and not have it, they are not cheap
I would also hold off on the sending units until you have diagnosed the issue, you might have a
more simple less expensive repair saving the funds for something else
I would not be in a hurry to remove the Trailer Brake Control as it's better to have it and not
need it rather then need it and not have it, they are not cheap
I would also hold off on the sending units until you have diagnosed the issue, you might have a
more simple less expensive repair saving the funds for something else
#5
If memory serves me correct the " Round " door key should slide in there for the hood release.
I would not be in a hurry to remove the Trailer Brake Control as it's better to have it and not
need it rather then need it and not have it, they are not cheap
I would also hold off on the sending units until you have diagnosed the issue, you might have a
more simple less expensive repair saving the funds for something else
I would not be in a hurry to remove the Trailer Brake Control as it's better to have it and not
need it rather then need it and not have it, they are not cheap
I would also hold off on the sending units until you have diagnosed the issue, you might have a
more simple less expensive repair saving the funds for something else
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Some did and some not, depending on the GVWR and the state it was originally sold in
This is where you should post this question, the 1973 - 1979 F-100 & Larger F-Series Thread;
https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/forum38/
And while your waiting on replies, take the sites user friendly ' Search ' feature for a spin
This is where you should post this question, the 1973 - 1979 F-100 & Larger F-Series Thread;
https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/forum38/
And while your waiting on replies, take the sites user friendly ' Search ' feature for a spin
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