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I've got a new-to-me 52 F1, and its going to be a rather large project. Most of the fenders and mounting components were not attached to the truck when I got it.
I recently ordered the Ford Truck Shop Manual with the 52 supplement, and was wondering if all the info i will need for body/structural assembly is in the manual? I'm still waiting for the manual to arrive, so am just trying to be proactive to be sure everything I need is there. Are there any other reference manuals for assembly that I will need to help with putting things back together? Or will everything I need be in that 1 manual? Wasnt sure if I'd need something like the 64/71 Truck Parts Catalog that I've used for my 64 in the past. Thanks
I'm really "challenged" when it comes to working on my truck. I'm a teacher by trade, and quite lacking in the practical skills needed to be successful in the truck restoration hobby. I had trouble getting my truck back together and required a lot of remedial help from very patient and kind forum members. My struggles are well documented in one of my threads from a few years ago. You might enjoy looking it up just for the entertainment value. You'll feel better about yourself and the skills you have to bring to the table. You'll discover that I had trouble with the most basic things involved with reassembling a truck, and find answers to questions that no one else ever needed to ask.
Thanks alot Jim, I'll definitely take a look. It never hurts to have too much info! I'm pretty good when it comes to mechanical things, but my problem lies in doubting and second guessing myself in projects I've never done before. Knowing what I'm getting into ahead of time always makes things easier! When I don't know what to do, I start making assumptions and that usually gets me in trouble.
I know sometimes its unavoidable, but it's always so much smoother when things work out right the first time, so having the right resources definitely help. I'll look for your thread, if i have trouble finding it, I'll post back here. Thanks again
Thanks alot Jim, I'll definitely take a look. It never hurts to have too much info! I'm pretty good when it comes to mechanical things, but my problem lies in doubting and second guessing myself in projects I've never done before. Knowing what I'm getting into ahead of time always makes things easier! When I don't know what to do, I start making assumptions and that usually gets me in trouble.
I know sometimes its unavoidable, but it's always so much smoother when things work out right the first time, so having the right resources definitely help. I'll look for your thread, if i have trouble finding it, I'll post back here. Thanks again
You have articulated thoughts that I often experience...I bet most of us have similar bouts with second guessing...factor in that sometimes the mistakes are what teach us...unless you have someone standing next to you who has been there and done that to guide you every step of the way...its probably inevitable that you will come out completely unscaved but you are doing your part to limit this by thinking your process through as much as you can...its a bitch not knowing what you dont know....wishing you all the luck with your endeavours.
You have articulated thoughts that I often experience...I bet most of us have similar bouts with second guessing...factor in that sometimes the mistakes are what teach us...unless you have someone standing next to you who has been there and done that to guide you every step of the way...its probably inevitable that you will come out completely unscaved but you are doing your part to limit this by thinking your process through as much as you can...its a bitch not knowing what you dont know....wishing you all the luck with your endeavours.
You couldnt have said it any better. Mistakes are going to happen and that's definitely when you learn, just trying to limit where possible. I think what I need to do next is lay out all the parts I have and try to determine what I'm missing. I'm definitely looking forward to having this thing on the road to sport around in even though it's not going to be for a while. Step one is get the original 239 running (hopefully), then work on getting the body back together and replace everything else in the process. Thanks!
I think you will be way ahead by finding the parts catalog. I have a 48-52 or 54 version that has the exploded views you are looking for. If you get the 48-56 version, make sure it includes the illustration volume (2 volume set). I like the earlier version as the illustrations are more pertinent to our year trucks. The 48-56 version is available on CD though, I still prefer looking at the paper copy!
Here is one that is on ebay now. They tend to be pricy $90, so look around. Another (eBay item number: 264345588592 is not bad at $56.68 with free delivery. I'm not related to either of these, just passing the info along.
51Fred, sounds good. I'll look to see if I can find one to pick up - that's a good bit of info to know about them too. I know the one I have for my 64 has come in use countless times. It can be kinda tough finding what you need sometimes between the thousands of pages, but once you find it, the illustrations are mostly great.
I agree you'll find the chassis parts catalog invaluable. If your focus is on your 52, the 48-52 Chassis Parts Catalog will do you great, without the clutter of the later models to wade through. There are several on ebay right now, and they look like this. All of the front sheet metal and exploded views are in the chassis parts catalog. You don't need to waste time and money on the body parts catalog. It mostly pertains to cars and trim. Very few illustrations, and all the important and difficult to figure stuff is in the front end.
Are there any repros of these manuals or electronic copies to buy? I tried looking, but may be looking in the wrong places. If not, I'll go the used route, but alot look to be in really rough shape for the price they are.
No reproductions of the original manuals are available. I’ve got several I’ve bought off eBay that are really ragged, but as long as the pages are all there it’s all that matters. An added benefit of the old original books is the inclusion of all original parts, and part numbers. Some parts just disappear in later editions. Ford made it a practice to obsolete, Interchange, and substitute parts for original parts in later editions of the book, which is why I prefer not to use my 48-56 consolidated 1964 reprint edition.
I have the books that Rich and Wayne posted, as well as the 1953 edition. If your truck is a six cylinder like mine you’ll find that the 1953 or 1954 editions are more helpful than the 1952 which must have been printed before all the 215 I-6 pieces were cataloged. Stu
No reproductions of the original manuals are available. I’ve got several I’ve bought off eBay that are really ragged, but as long as the pages are all there it’s all that matters. An added benefit of the old original books is the inclusion of all original parts, and part numbers. Some parts just disappear in later editions. Ford made it a practice to obsolete, Interchange, and substitute parts for original parts in later editions of the book, which is why I prefer not to use my 48-56 consolidated 1964 reprint edition.
I have the books that Rich and Wayne posted, as well as the 1953 edition. If your truck is a six cylinder like mine you’ll find that the 1953 or 1954 editions are more helpful than the 1952 which must have been printed before all the 215 I-6 pieces were cataloged. Stu
I've got the flathead 239 v8 in this one, so I assume the 48-52 would be best for me?
I think you will be way ahead by finding the parts catalog. I have a 48-52 or 54 version that has the exploded views you are looking for.
If you get the 48-56 version, make sure it includes the illustration volume (2 volume set). I like the earlier version as the illustrations are more pertinent to our year trucks. The 48-56 version is available on CD though, I still prefer looking at the paper copy!
1948/56 Ford Truck Parts Catalog available on a C/D from hipoparts.com
Includes chassis parts for 1948/52, chassis & body parts for 1953/56.
1948/52 body parts are listed in the 1944/52 Ford Passenger Car & Ford Truck BODY Parts Catalog. Not available on a C/D
This catalog has been reprinted by faxonautolit.com (brick/mortar store located in Riverside CA), but it's 1/2 the size of the original and 'ol Ed wants 75 bucks for it.
I have the 1948/56 C/D and the bound paper original. I can post pics from the C/D
The problem with these individual year catalogs is: Ford changed the basic part numbers for u-joints and etc, so you'll be looking for a part number that hasn't existed since the mid/late 1950's.
btw: At one time Carpenter had some NOS 1948/56 Ford Truck bound paper catalogs, wanted $225.00 for the two volume set.
Ford had these reprinted several times and they were available for years from dealers for about 20 bucks (Ford dealer cost) for the set.
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for the two volume set.