1979 F150 Dimensions
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Width at front fenders approx. 79.1 inches.
If your wheels and tires are wider than fenders you must add this to it.
The length (long bed truck) is approx. 211 inches from front bumper to tailgate plus add for whatever rear bumper you have.
If your wheels and tires are wider than fenders you must add this to it.
The length (long bed truck) is approx. 211 inches from front bumper to tailgate plus add for whatever rear bumper you have.
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Its a 2hr drive, so theres no way I could have it towed... I dont know anyone with a bigger trailer.... Does anyone think a car dolly would work?
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You would have to check the car dolly capacity. I personally have never seen one big enough to handle a F150 FWD. I have a stock 79 F250 with stock wheels and tires. It is 76.5 inches outside to outside on the front tires. If you can secure it properly by crossing your straps or chains, you should be ok. The wheelbase of the truck will fit on your trailer and assuming your trailer can handle the weight, use it. If you don't have enough chains to tie this truck down, though, don't risk it. Seriously though, have you gotten a quote to get it towed? A AAA RV membership is 104.00 and covers you up to 100 miles. I use mine at least once a year.
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You would have to check the car dolly capacity. I personally have never seen one big enough to handle a F150 FWD. I have a stock 79 F250 with stock wheels and tires. It is 76.5 inches outside to outside on the front tires. If you can secure it properly by crossing your straps or chains, you should be ok. The wheelbase of the truck will fit on your trailer and assuming your trailer can handle the weight, use it. If you don't have enough chains to tie this truck down, though, don't risk it. Seriously though, have you gotten a quote to get it towed? A AAA RV membership is 104.00 and covers you up to 100 miles. I use mine at least once a year.
I dont think the car dolly would work either, someone just recommended looking into it, with removing the driveshaft.
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I wouldn't know. I never owned a 150. Repost your question asking axle width outside to outside and wheelbase. I still suggest you get a quote. Another thing you need to consider is if the truck has stock wheels and tires.
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lets talk more about this.. i have a AAA RV membership and really never use it.. just a "in case ***** happens" insurance policy for me. so does the vehical have to be licensed for them to tow it? do they ask any questions besides where is point A and where is point B? cause my truck is missing steering bars and can't get it up on trailer..
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