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Old Dec 21, 2005 | 10:02 PM
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Hi I am retired in North FL I enjoy reading forum ,I am rebuilding a 53 f100 it has a volorie frontend 302. with a Mark 7 aod and alum driveshaft 04 exporer 411 rear with disk brakes.I started rebuild a 55 f100 in the 80s i had lots of new nos parts,fenders ,runningboards tailgate,and many more .I am getting ready to prime it now,hope to have it on the road next summer
 

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Old Dec 21, 2005 | 10:04 PM
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Old Dec 21, 2005 | 10:06 PM
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Thank you I will
 
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Old Dec 21, 2005 | 10:12 PM
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babeinfl -

Welcome to our forum! Your project sounds very interesting.
 
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Old Dec 21, 2005 | 10:31 PM
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You hit the jackpot with this site! Lots of great guys in here with lots of knowledge. Let us know when you get your picture gallery up
 
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Old Dec 21, 2005 | 11:49 PM
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Welcome! Looking forward to pics of your truck.
 
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Old Dec 21, 2005 | 11:52 PM
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Hi babeinfl. that is a very sweet sounding truck you have. I like it alot, hope that you do get on the road next summer and keep us posted on your progress.
 

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Old Dec 22, 2005 | 12:08 AM
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Old Dec 22, 2005 | 01:01 AM
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Welcome. These people made me feel right at home a few months ago and I didn't even have a truck yet. Now I do though. One of the members found me one.

Post pictures of your projects in your gallery when you can. We all love to see pictures and share information.
 
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Welcome to FTE. It's a good bunch of people who will help or offer advice whenever you need it. Share some photos if you can.
 
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Old Dec 22, 2005 | 07:52 AM
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Welcome babeinfl, you will not find a more enjoyable site to visit. Great folks with a wealth of knowledge and no "attitudes".
 
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Welcome from Texas! Sounds like you have a good project started. As others have said, "We want pics!"
 
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