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CABRIOLET CONVERSIONS
I'm bringing this thread back in hopes that any other Cabriolet owners will join in.
I just got mine, it's an 82, 460/C6 combo.
I am looking for any and all info on these. The internet has very little on them and I'd like to other owners. Right now, I need some body work, including some fiberglass work on the floor and bed. I'm thinking about building a metal bed inside of the existing bed since the sides have gotten brittle and weak.
What all have you all done with yours? Do you have links to any pics? I am loving this truck!
MoMo
I just got mine, it's an 82, 460/C6 combo.
I am looking for any and all info on these. The internet has very little on them and I'd like to other owners. Right now, I need some body work, including some fiberglass work on the floor and bed. I'm thinking about building a metal bed inside of the existing bed since the sides have gotten brittle and weak.
What all have you all done with yours? Do you have links to any pics? I am loving this truck!
MoMo
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From: S Alabama on 200 Acres
Great Vans
These Vans are GREAT! I'm still looking for one in the S.E. USA (AL, GA, FL, MS, TN) and have found two but they were both disasters, can you say "RUST." If anyone knows of one in decent shape (must be Automatic) PM a link my way.
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HI jus noticed your truck these are really speciel trucks, dont see many of them about. ive got one its a 1989 with a 7.5 petrol in it. like yours it needs a little work but nothing major. ive put a couple of pics on the albums list. what plans have you got in mind for yours?
Yours looks really nice, A LOT of extras on there. If you can post up some more pics, including the interior, It would be much appreciated.
Also, when you get a chance, check out fourdoorbronco.com. They have a section specific for our trucks. It's best if we can gather us owners together to share info!
MoMo
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MoMo
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> Maybe thats a good thing.
They are highly sought after and usually bring a higher price then a 4x4 van.
I have only seen and been in the Cabriolets and they are nicely made, I have seen them with 5th wheels and I think a Holmes wrecker package.
They are highly sought after and usually bring a higher price then a 4x4 van.
I have only seen and been in the Cabriolets and they are nicely made, I have seen them with 5th wheels and I think a Holmes wrecker package.
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I Have a 1979 Centurian Cabriolet
it has 76000 original miles on it. Ford replaced the 460 11000 miles ago. It had been sitting for years so i am fixin it up.
cab in great condition
nice sleeper
has a 2 speed rear end
automatic
just put new tires on it
a touch of rust below the drivers door
add on air conditioning
Runs on propane or gas
Propane works great
LOTS OF FUN!!!
EMBARRASSES THE KIDS
gonna put it in a few local car shows and use it to pull my trailer as i collect and sell old riding mowers
keeps the mileage off the Expedition and it gets better mileage!
Propane works great!!!
cab in great condition
nice sleeper
has a 2 speed rear end
automatic
just put new tires on it
a touch of rust below the drivers door
add on air conditioning
Runs on propane or gas
Propane works great
LOTS OF FUN!!!
EMBARRASSES THE KIDS
gonna put it in a few local car shows and use it to pull my trailer as i collect and sell old riding mowers
keeps the mileage off the Expedition and it gets better mileage!
Propane works great!!!
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centurion cabriolet
hi have you got any pics of your truck? if so stick them on lets have a look
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its for sale 3500 firm
i have many pics only 78000 miles
2 spd rear end
460 only has 16000 mi on it interior great shape body solid has propane or gas both work call me with details 608 697 2917 my name is james i live in mid wisconsin
sorry to see it go but gotta guy a house
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From: S Alabama on 200 Acres
pics
Put a few pics in Image Shack and post them here for us all.
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those are a rare and wicked find i tried to buy one in BC but the guy wouldnt sell as his dog had died in it or some freaky crap, so ended up with my E deck 90 E350 with 16ft deck, now to make a tilt for it, i have a friend, his bro has one with the "vee drive" called VX4 option and a cummins diesel
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From: Maryville
I prefer the Centurion version, I'm not crazy about all the fiberglass on the other, there's been one in my area at a tote the note lot, same van in and out, betting the MPG is why it returns, I'd love to get one and stuff in a 5.9 Cumins.
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From: S Alabama on 200 Acres
those are a rare and wicked find i tried to buy one in BC but the guy wouldnt sell as his dog had died in it or some freaky crap, so ended up with my E deck 90 E350 with 16ft deck, now to make a tilt for it, i have a friend, his bro has one with the "vee drive" called VX4 option and a cummins diesel
