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Old Aug 4, 2009 | 04:40 PM
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Plans for 78.

First off, this is probably over the next 5-8 years...I'm 15...


So what I have planned so far is...(Its a 300 inline 6, btw)

-Auburn Limited slip
-Clifford RamAir intake
-Holley 4bbl carb.
-Hedman 89300
-Flowmaster 40's
-Lowered 2-3"
-New steering components(your all over the place on the wheel trying to keep it straight)
-Bore it out.
-NOS Bigshot kit(w/2 5lb bottles)
-B&M C6 Tranny


Sure it's a lot of money, there's just something about this truck that makes me want to do it...More than likely sentimental value...I'm the 3rd generation to have this truck...My grandpa had it and passed it down to my dad, my dad had it...parked it...when I was 12, handed it down to me...He got his '03 dodge too...
 
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Old Aug 4, 2009 | 05:20 PM
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well sounds like you have a good head on your sholders about what you want to do please keep us up to date on the progress
 
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Old Aug 4, 2009 | 05:45 PM
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Welcome to FTE and glad to see you have plans for it!! Remember when you are installing the headers,,,, READ THE INSTRUCTIONS!!!!
As I also put Hedman headers on my 66 w/300 6 cyl, you must remove the starter, install the headers 1/2 way in, AND THEN re-install the starter,,, you will learn this and many more tricks along the way!
Welcome and enjoy!
 
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Old Aug 4, 2009 | 05:51 PM
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A Ford truck is a great platform to learn on.......good luck!!!
Fix the steering and brakes first.
 
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Old Aug 4, 2009 | 06:01 PM
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Originally Posted by 4x4 Bart
A Ford truck is a great platform to learn on.......good luck!!!
Fix the steering and brakes first.
What all would I need to replace the steering?
 
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