1950 F2
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The owner told me that he was the 2nd owner, and he lived just outside of Wichita. So this truck has always been a midwest truck. I'm stationed at Fort Riley, KS; and am originally from MO. So this truck will get to stay a part of the midwest for many more years.
And the paperwork seems to confirm that "OG" was an original code for Palisade Green. And seeing as that was confirmed, I bought an original can of touch up paint.
And the paperwork seems to confirm that "OG" was an original code for Palisade Green. And seeing as that was confirmed, I bought an original can of touch up paint.
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That is just amazing! How lucky to come up with that kind of original documentation...
The color code G is for 1950 Palisade Green and unless I missed something in the paperwork, it does not show OG in the build code.
I still have no idea what the preceding O is all about. In more than 1300 trucks in the database none (0) have a two character color code until they changed to numbers sometime in the 50's. One remote possibility is the O stood for 1950 but I think I"m stretching pretty far here.
The color code G is for 1950 Palisade Green and unless I missed something in the paperwork, it does not show OG in the build code.
I still have no idea what the preceding O is all about. In more than 1300 trucks in the database none (0) have a two character color code until they changed to numbers sometime in the 50's. One remote possibility is the O stood for 1950 but I think I"m stretching pretty far here.
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Two percent sales tax!!!
That sales invoice is so, so, so cool. I can imagine what the new owner felt when he traded in his 1929 Chevrolet pickup and drove a super modern bonus built handsome green truck. Must have felt like a dream.
And he got a good price for his trade-in!!! I know someone who just bought a new car and got only $300 for their running, driving trade-in. I was disappointed he got taken like that, but not everyone is good at negotiating. That guy sure was.
That sales invoice is so, so, so cool. I can imagine what the new owner felt when he traded in his 1929 Chevrolet pickup and drove a super modern bonus built handsome green truck. Must have felt like a dream.
And he got a good price for his trade-in!!! I know someone who just bought a new car and got only $300 for their running, driving trade-in. I was disappointed he got taken like that, but not everyone is good at negotiating. That guy sure was.
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From: Crossville, Tn
The owner told me that he was the 2nd owner, and he lived just outside of Wichita. So this truck has always been a midwest truck. I'm stationed at Fort Riley, KS; and am originally from MO. So this truck will get to stay a part of the midwest for many more years.
And the paperwork seems to confirm that "OG" was an original code for Palisade Green. And seeing as that was confirmed, I bought an original can of touch up paint.
And the paperwork seems to confirm that "OG" was an original code for Palisade Green. And seeing as that was confirmed, I bought an original can of touch up paint.
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From: Central PA
Two percent sales tax!!!
That sales invoice is so, so, so cool. I can imagine what the new owner felt when he traded in his 1929 Chevrolet pickup and drove a super modern bonus built handsome green truck. Must have felt like a dream.
And he got a good price for his trade-in!!! I know someone who just bought a new car and got only $300 for their running, driving trade-in. I was disappointed he got taken like that, but not everyone is good at negotiating. That guy sure was.
That sales invoice is so, so, so cool. I can imagine what the new owner felt when he traded in his 1929 Chevrolet pickup and drove a super modern bonus built handsome green truck. Must have felt like a dream.
And he got a good price for his trade-in!!! I know someone who just bought a new car and got only $300 for their running, driving trade-in. I was disappointed he got taken like that, but not everyone is good at negotiating. That guy sure was.
My grandfather's truck cost $1648. He got $648 for his trade in to make his price exactly $1000! And Penna sales tax in 1954 was 1%!
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Once the restoration is finished, I think I am going to make a shadowbox or some other display case for the original papers and owners manual. I think it would be neat to be able to display them with the truck while at car shows etc.
Thanks for the clarification on the "OG" mtflat. I thought the code was completely unknown, and didn't realize that G stood for Palisade Green.. I thought G was Sea Island Green, as that was the only information I'd seen on a "G" code. Hopefully the O/0 can be deciphered, but one out of thirteen hundred is not very good odds.
I did not plan on color matching the original paint can, since the formula is readily available. I just thought it was a unique piece that would display well along with the truck. I am not real big fan of adding lots of accessories, but the little knick knacks have always interested me. Edith looks great though Joe, hopefully I can get this truck looking half as nice.
Abe, having your original documentation is great in itself; but the fact that you have your grandfathers truck makes it irreplaceable. Definitely something to keep in the family.
Thanks for the clarification on the "OG" mtflat. I thought the code was completely unknown, and didn't realize that G stood for Palisade Green.. I thought G was Sea Island Green, as that was the only information I'd seen on a "G" code. Hopefully the O/0 can be deciphered, but one out of thirteen hundred is not very good odds.
I did not plan on color matching the original paint can, since the formula is readily available. I just thought it was a unique piece that would display well along with the truck. I am not real big fan of adding lots of accessories, but the little knick knacks have always interested me. Edith looks great though Joe, hopefully I can get this truck looking half as nice.
Abe, having your original documentation is great in itself; but the fact that you have your grandfathers truck makes it irreplaceable. Definitely something to keep in the family.
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Just a word to the wise, if you're going to make a car show display, don't use the original items unless you can keep them secure. Make good copies and keep the originals home and safe. I can't tell you how many things we've lost to sticky fingers over the years. Just last summer someone stole my laminated copy of my Marti Report for my Ranchero right off the dash, and right under my nose. I was standing behind the car talking to a guy and when I turned around it was gone. Some people are truly amazing.
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Just a word to the wise, if you're going to make a car show display, don't use the original items unless you can keep them secure. Make good copies and keep the originals home and safe. I can't tell you how many things we've lost to sticky fingers over the years. Just last summer someone stole my laminated copy of my Marti Report for my Ranchero right off the dash, and right under my nose. I was standing behind the car talking to a guy and when I turned around it was gone. Some people are truly amazing.
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I am planning on keeping the truck almost completely stock, the only upgrade I plan on is a 4.11 differential gearing replacement. I want to keep the original Timken axle, so I've been looking at the different gear sets that are available. I am leaning toward Chucks complete kit, but I also saw this listing on eBay. A ring and pinion for $500. It would need bearings/seals. Chuck's is $865 for the complete kit that includes bearings, seal plate, and new splined yolk.
Is it advisable to go one route or the other?
https://www.ebay.com/itm/40-52-Ford-...53.m1438.l2649
Is it advisable to go one route or the other?
https://www.ebay.com/itm/40-52-Ford-...53.m1438.l2649