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Mar 23, 2021 | 10:38 PM

tip49

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Refresh my memory Ford frame swaps

I can't seem to search this forum specifically for compatible years of Ford truck frames that will work with my 1950 F1.
If memory serves , the years 57 to 71 should have frame width and wheelbase that is compatible to 1950 F1.
I have been considering getting my truck ride height closer to stock height, almost immediately after installing the Mustang II crossmember, in 2005.
I can deal with fabricating cab mounts etc to make it work.
Can someone point me to a link on this forum?
Thanks,
Tom.

Mar 23, 2021 | 11:11 PM

Oldb

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Tom,
I found this but it does not go back as far as you need with the frame widths. But it is a start I guess.
Frame Width - The FORDification.com Forums

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Mar 23, 2021 | 11:45 PM

smallello

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This may help

https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/1...imensions.html

https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/809871-f1-frame.html

Mar 24, 2021 | 12:01 AM

52 Merc

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48-52 are all the same. What makes them unique from newer frames is the rails from the cab forward pinches in to 32" from 34" at the back half. Starting in 53, and going to 72, the frames are 34" all the way from one end to the other. This makes fitting of sheet metal a bit more difficult. The farther you stray from 48-52, the harder it will be to locate the core support and front sheet metal in relation to the cab without reinventing the wheel.

Mar 24, 2021 | 08:43 AM

56panelford

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Here is an option that my save you bucks and get you closer to the ride height. Fatman's Fabrications make a spindle that raises the ride height. Seeing as you already have a cross member installed this may be the answer
https://www.fatmanfab.com/product/op...ub-to-hub-kits

Mar 24, 2021 | 10:25 AM

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Frame information

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Originally Posted by 56panelford;19796661Seeing as you already have a cross member installed this may be the answer
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https://www.fatmanfab.com/product/options-for-hub-to-hub-kits[/url]

thank you, 1 1/2" may not be enough

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Originally Posted by 52 Merc

48-52 are all the same. the rails from the cab forward pinches in to 32" from 34" at the back half. Starting in 53, and going to 72, the frames are 34" all the way from one end to the other. This makes fitting of sheet metal a bit more difficult..

I knew there are some challenges, thanks for the info. Something to chew on.

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This may help

https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/1...imensions.html

https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/809871-f1-frame.html

Thank you

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Originally Posted by Oldb

Tom,
I found this but it does not go back as far as you need with the frame widths. But it is a start I guess.
Frame Width - The FORDification.com Forums
B

thanks B