Looking to see if there are any of you that have 1968-74 Econolines??

 

yep. got a 74 E300 dually 4x4.

 

You won't find too many 1968's, because....officially....Ford never made one.

Ford introduced their new Econoline model in February 1968, but called them 1969's.

 

Hello "Supercab"
I'm brand new to the FTE program. I've been searching for something like this for years.
You are the first that I'm replying to. The extent of this forum is unbelievable and I guess it will take a while to learn my way around. All that aside, I had to include myself in a reply. I'm a two time owner of an Econo. My first was a 73 "Shortie". New engine, tranny, custom interior and so on. Came out one morning and it was gone. ARGHHHHH That was in California. Years later and moving to Oregon, I finally found a "74" E-200 "SuperVan". Didn't really want this model, but here in Oregon ( with all of its "Rust Buckets') I purchased the most reasonable that I could find. I've been around these Vans since their introduction and love em. We could probably swap bunches of information and enjoy every minute. Once again, since I'm new to this forum, I'll keep this contact short. I do have one question however. My E-200 (which is the long wheelbase) has a one piece drive shaft. There are NO indications viewing the frame that there was ever another crossmember that would support the two piece shaft. Checking with Ford or any Ford manuals, I have never found this condition to be standard. It presents no problems what so ever, it's just a curiosity. Any thoughts ? Once I get this forum figure out, I'd be happy to toss some photos to you. In the mean time. Regards from cold, wet, gloomy arghhhhhhhh, Stayton, Oregon.

Guess I must use my "Contact name" which is "been there"

 

my 74 E300 had a one piece D-shaft from the factory also.. is yours a auto or a manual?

 

My E-200 has an automatic transmission with a 302 V/8
There is also the message stating that "officially" Ford never made a 1968 Econoline.
Technically, TRUE ?????????. The statement is however kind of ambiguous. Ford admits that they made the Van in 1978 ......... However .......... called it a 1979.
I always make inquiries based on 68-74 because those are the dates that many parts businesses request. You figure. :-)

 

I have a 74 econoline 200 supervan, all windows, lwb, 302 v8 , auto trans of unknown yet (prolly factory). I am having a problem finding parts for it as in getting the steering "steerable". If you know of any good places to get parts let me know and I'll do the same.

 

I have a 73 E-100 302 automatic all original LWB, terrific condition, I'm looking to put a 78 F-150 4x4 front axle up front, if I can set it in using the factory coil spring mounts and hopefully into the stock radius bracket.
OK the tech articles for improved steering VIA upgrading to the power steering available for the van, or updating to a newer box that requires some metal working skill, you have to get a complete 78 I-beam and steering box, plus side is disc brakes too. Also articles on other upgrades and parts locations, I've been a member years before finally buying a mid Econoline for myself.
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Hi Folks,

I realise this is an old post, but just to confirm the 1968 Econoline myth...true, but I have one with an "adjusted" VIN. Seems it was caught in the UAW strike of that year, so Ford adjusted the VIN on vehicles that were caught in the assembly line during that time. Pretty intereseting actually. A former president and enthusiast of a classic Ford Club here did the research for me. When I use the VIN to order parts etc, it's amusing to watch their puzzled faces. When they finally say there's no such vehicle, I take them to it, they read the VIN, and go "Hmmmm". For ease of the auto industry, it is referred to as a '69.
While I'm here, anyone know where to look for the wrap around section of the front grille (right)? Some moron hit me last month and I'm having a hard time finding one anywhere! Thank all!

 

My fathers is a "1968" E230. Model year is '69, but VIN and inspection sticker indicate '68.

 

WOW! I am in love! My first van ever was a '71 or '72 Ford with a 6 cylinder and automatic. That crazy thing got 10mpg loaded or empty. LOL I loved that van. The way they drive and steer is completely different from the next gen vans. I've never been able to find another one around these parts, but if I ever do I hope to buy it. I tell my son about that van all the time. He doesn't remember it because he was still in diapers when I had it. Good memories. That's for sure.

 

Seems like most of the nice surviving '68-74s are in Cali or the surrounding area. The only reason this one looks this good is it had a repaint about ten years ago and it doesn't get out in the NJ salt much. Oh, and it only has 52K on it.

 

Here's an Econoline site, good folks there.


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Hey there, I've had a bunch of Gen 1 Early vans and pick-ups, but I'm moving on to Gen 2 Vans as my next project. I'm looking for a Gen 2 shorty panel near PA.

Looking forward to posting and getting more involved in Gen to fun :-)

Mooney

 

I collected some gen 2 and 3 vans many years ago and now they are just junkers cluttering the yard. Most are window vans. About 5 of the gen2s, and 2 of the gen 3s. Most have titles. People tease me for having them, but I tell them "These will be valuable collectibles some day!" LOL!