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Old Dec 12, 2024 | 05:26 PM
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Chassis body man's specs

I while back I read that someone had a FORD body/chassis book for 53-56 F100's. I'm going to box a frame and want to be sure it's correct before I start. Does anyone know who it was that had the specs or does anyone have them? It'd really give me peace of mind to know my chassis is right.

is this it?

 
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Although it looks like the info you need is in there somewhere that is much more involved than and frame repair shop would have .
 
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I agree. Way to busy for anyone to figure out frame ONLY dimensions.
 
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The proper publication name for that image would be the Ford Body Builder Layout Book (BBLB). A few members on the forum have various editions, something my library does not yet have a complete set of.
 
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I have the 1953 and 1957 BBLBs, and Kevin had (may still) the 1954 edition. The pages are big, print is very small, and don’t scan well. PM me a mailing address and I’ll drop page copies in the mail. Stu
 
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I have the 1953 and 1957 BBLBs, and Kevin had (may still) the 1954 edition. The pages are big, print is very small, and don’t scan well. PM me a mailing address and I’ll drop page copies in the mail. Stu
PM sent. Thanks Stu.
 
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I have the 1953 and 1957 BBLBs, and Kevin had (may still) the 1954 edition. The pages are big, print is very small, and don’t scan well. PM me a mailing address and I’ll drop page copies in the mail. Stu
I know I still have a 56 I'm not sure if I sold the 54. Not likely as I usually don't sell paperwork/books/information unless I have multiples
 
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