tailgate on 78 f150
05-06-2010, 06:49 PM
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tailgate on 78 f150
Will a 63-66 f100 tailgate fit on a 78 150?
05-06-2010, 06:53 PM
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I believe that would be a big nope.
05-06-2010, 06:58 PM
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well it was worth a try..
thanks
05-07-2010, 04:09 AM
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A 64-66 should fit, 63 not. While it will fit the body lines are different.
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05-07-2010, 07:44 AM
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so it will fit?
the reason why I ask is cause mine is beat up pretty good and there is one locally on CL for a 63-66 tailgate I can get at a good price, I might be able to test fit before I buy. Just wanted to see if anyone has done this or knows for sure before I contact the seller..
05-07-2010, 10:04 AM
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CL sellers say all kinds of things. The 63 used the pre 61 bed which is different.
Look in the albums on this site and the 65 & 66 trucks, the 64 should have the same bed but if it doesn't look like the 65/66 stay away.
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05-07-2010, 11:50 AM
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ok, will take the advice.
thanks
05-07-2010, 11:57 AM
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C4TZ9940700A .. Styleside Tailgate / 1964/66 F100/250 2WD / 1966 F100 4WD.
C7TZ9940700A .. Styleside Tailgate / 1967/72 F100/350.
Both will fit 1973/79 Stylesides, but the hinges and latches are different as is the styling.
The correct tailgate:
D3TZ9940700A .. Styleside Tailgate / 1973/79 F100/350.
05-07-2010, 11:58 AM
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ok so then I would have to use the 60's latches and mounting?
but physically it will fit?
05-07-2010, 12:04 PM
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ok so then I would have to use the 60's latches and mounting? but physically it will fit?
You will need 1973/79 latches and hinges. The two tailgate supports (scissors), striker plates are the same 1964/79.
The (as specified) 1964/66 & 1967/72 tailgates will fit, but will not look right. IMO, get the correct one.
05-07-2010, 12:06 PM
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ahhhh ok, gotcha..
ok again great advice that I will follow.
thanks again.
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