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Hi folks . I just picked up a 1974 F250 4x4 Crew Cab with a 390cid and Warn Winch . I will call it the " Big Brown Beast " . It needs to be brought back to proper health. I picked it up in Oregon for $1,500 . I almost need a ladder to get in . I plan to install a Spicer 5531 aux tranny (2 to 1 low gear - direct - 33% overdrive ) between the 4 speed and transfer case . Should get about 15 mpg on the high road .
My last truck was a 1972 F100 Sport Custom with a 351 w and AOD at 21 MPG Highway. Originaly was a 360 /c6 at 8 MPG . It was a good truck until stolen and broken. I think that the BBB will suit my needs better.You know how it is , Bigger -Longer -Stronger.
( My other driver is a VW Golf TDI Diesel at 40 / 50 MPG )
Looking foward to reading and chatting with all of you .
The Beast
My last truck was a 1972 F100 Sport Custom with a 351 w and AOD at 21 MPG Highway. Originaly was a 360 /c6 at 8 MPG . It was a good truck until stolen and broken. I think that the BBB will suit my needs better.You know how it is , Bigger -Longer -Stronger.
( My other driver is a VW Golf TDI Diesel at 40 / 50 MPG )
Looking foward to reading and chatting with all of you .
The Beast
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Welcome Paul, great to have you on board. Too bad about the 72, they are neat trucks. Congrat on the BBB, sounds like a fun ride!
Be sure to visit your closest local California chapter.
Be sure to visit your closest local California chapter.
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From: Cary/Rocky Mount NC
Welcome to FTE! If you love your truck as much as most of us then you'll fit right in whether its built up, restored, rusted, or busted! 
I'd suggest you find your local chapter and join that as well! Meeting local Ford guys has its benefits and you'll make some great friends.
I'd suggest you find your local chapter and join that as well! Meeting local Ford guys has its benefits and you'll make some great friends.
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