Notices
New Member Introductions New to FTE? Introduce yourself here!

greetings from, illinois

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old May 12, 2010 | 07:55 AM
  #1  
83capril's Avatar
83capril
Thread Starter
|
Elder User
Joined: May 2010
Posts: 756
Likes: 1
From: central illinois
greetings from, illinois

Hello every1 great looking site u guys have here. I decided to join now that I have another ford truck. It is a 1980 F100 Custom, with a 302 4spd granny low stepside truck. It's in decent shape. I have to do a motor swap and completly redo the bed. I was going to flatbed it but I found an 85 that I can take parts off for $200. I traded a guy an old mustang I had even up for my truck. I love it!!!! I use to own an 81 f150 Custom. Still have it, going to use it for parts. I will be asking various questions now and again u all seem very knowledgeable here. I hope to share my welth of knowledge. I will try to post pics, but the only internet I have is on my phone. So I haven't figured how to do it yet. Here is a list of what other vheicles I currently have..... 1983 mercury Capri 351W with a C4, 1996 GMC 4X4 305 auto, 1972 Ford LTD 400M C6, last but not least my babby. Lol 2004 Mach 1 4.6L 5spd. I prefer manuals and that's what drew me to this truck. It needs a lot of tlc witch I will give it while I'm driving it. Well hope u guys have a great day.
 
Reply
Old May 12, 2010 | 11:49 AM
  #2  
Fomoko1's Avatar
Fomoko1
Moderator
20 Year Member
Joined: Dec 2003
Posts: 97,683
Likes: 2,022
From: Saskatoon, Saskatchewan
Club FTE Gold Member
Welcome to FTE 83capril, I really like your bio ''I bleed blue''!
It sounds like you have some great plans for your 1980 F100, there`s plenty of helpful info in this site.
Swing by your local Illinois Chapter and meet the fine folks in there too: Illinois Chapter - Ford Truck Enthusiasts Forums
 
Reply
Old May 12, 2010 | 11:56 AM
  #3  
FORD RANGER's Avatar
FORD RANGER
Post Fiend
Joined: Dec 2007
Posts: 19,460
Likes: 0
From: carter lake ia.
welcome to the forum.
 
Reply
Old May 12, 2010 | 12:33 PM
  #4  
83capril's Avatar
83capril
Thread Starter
|
Elder User
Joined: May 2010
Posts: 756
Likes: 1
From: central illinois
Thanks for the welcomes, I did checkout the illinois chapter. I tried to join, I may be doing something wrong. I'm going to look more into it. I am a die hard Ford person. Yes I own a GMC, just because it's all I could find/afford at the time. I hope to bring the F100 back to life. It will just take time. I love looking at what some people have done with there trucks here. It's a good community, like some of the othere forums I'm on. Friendly, honest people. I love it!!!!
 
Reply
Old May 18, 2010 | 12:55 PM
  #5  
1Aauto's Avatar
1Aauto
Former Vendor
Joined: Mar 2009
Posts: 8,098
Likes: 10
From: Westford, MA
welcome to the site
 
Reply
Old May 18, 2010 | 02:18 PM
  #6  
FORD RANGER's Avatar
FORD RANGER
Post Fiend
Joined: Dec 2007
Posts: 19,460
Likes: 0
From: carter lake ia.
usually your chapter leader will have an interactive link that will take to it. or go to the user cp and go to group and select your chapter. and join. its not hard. uploading pictures is tricky. and i own 2 dodges too. my shadow and my 68 coronet stock car....
but if you need ford parts tony is the guy to see, and randy over in the NE chapter runs a salvage yard. plus others selling stuff. but thats not what this forum is about.
and if you have a question i'm sure someone has an answer for ya.
 
Reply
Old May 18, 2010 | 11:13 PM
  #7  
83capril's Avatar
83capril
Thread Starter
|
Elder User
Joined: May 2010
Posts: 756
Likes: 1
From: central illinois
Thanks for the tips on Tony and the junkyard. Right now I gotta save for a new clutch and flywheel. Mine were shot big time. I'm going to join my local chapter now. Lol
 
Reply
Old May 18, 2010 | 11:24 PM
  #8  
FORD RANGER's Avatar
FORD RANGER
Post Fiend
Joined: Dec 2007
Posts: 19,460
Likes: 0
From: carter lake ia.
your welcome randys place is a salvage yard. pats pretty cool to. i put a centerforce in my ranger.
 
Reply
FTE Stories

Ford Trucks for Ford Truck Enthusiasts

story-0

10 Ways Ford is LOSING to the Competition

 Joe Kucinski
story-1

Top 6 Best Deals Available on New Fords & Lincolns Right Now

 Brett Foote
story-2

This Hennessey Takes the Expedition Tremor's Off-Roading Capability to the Next Level

 Verdad Gallardo
story-3

Top 10 Fords at 2026 Carlisle Ford Nationals

 Joe Kucinski
story-4

3 Best / 3 Worst Parts of Modern Ford Ownership

 Brett Foote
story-5

10 Amazing Upgrades That Solve Common Ford Truck Owner Headaches

 Pouria Savadkouei
story-6

Every 2026 Ford Engine Explained

 Brett Foote
story-7

10 Ugly Ford Trucks That We Still Kinda Love

 Joe Kucinski
story-8

10 Things Every Truck Owner NEEDS (2026 Edition)

 Michael S. Palmer
story-9

Rezvani's Latest Post-Apocalyptic Monster Is a Ford F-150 Raptor Underneath

 Verdad Gallardo
Old May 23, 2010 | 10:38 PM
  #9  
BobbyDiesel71's Avatar
BobbyDiesel71
Postmaster
Joined: Apr 2005
Posts: 2,759
Likes: 0
From: round rock, tx
I def encourage you to Join IL state chapter!
I am located up by Chicago,il, but look forward to meeting the S IL members too!
 
Reply
Old May 23, 2010 | 11:25 PM
  #10  
FORD RANGER's Avatar
FORD RANGER
Post Fiend
Joined: Dec 2007
Posts: 19,460
Likes: 0
From: carter lake ia.
well welcome to the forum. hi bob.
my flywheel new cost me 35$ the clutch was 375$ its ceramic. like a big rig.i used to work at a tranny shop. all you guys and dolls are welcome on our other BS threads.
tony is a good guy. randy is fordnut forever over in NE chapter he has a salvage yard full of fords. get to know us and we can hook ya up.
 
Reply
Old May 25, 2010 | 11:21 AM
  #11  
83capril's Avatar
83capril
Thread Starter
|
Elder User
Joined: May 2010
Posts: 756
Likes: 1
From: central illinois
Well I tried to join. Not sure if it went thru or not. BobbyDeisel71, did u see any request for me to join?? I tried how it was stated above. O well I look forward to seeing more of u guys around. I need to get on here and post more stuff. I got a lot of questions. For u guys.
 
Reply
Old May 25, 2010 | 05:37 PM
  #12  
cjben's Avatar
cjben
Lead Driver
20 Year Member
Joined: Apr 2001
Posts: 6,335
Likes: 6
From: Midwest
Club FTE Silver Member

welcome!! where in Illinois are you? Quincy here.
 
Reply
Old May 26, 2010 | 12:55 PM
  #13  
83capril's Avatar
83capril
Thread Starter
|
Elder User
Joined: May 2010
Posts: 756
Likes: 1
From: central illinois
I'm from the Champaign are. North on 57 about 30 miles. There isn't much to do around here. So I just put money in to all my prodgects. Lol keeps me poor and them on the road. I enjoy workn on them tho.
 
Reply
Old May 26, 2010 | 01:19 PM
  #14  
FORD RANGER's Avatar
FORD RANGER
Post Fiend
Joined: Dec 2007
Posts: 19,460
Likes: 0
From: carter lake ia.
howdy,
i've been thru there before.
 
Reply
Related Topics
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
SoCal-Bob
New Member Introductions
9
Nov 4, 2013 11:26 AM
RobertGGray
New Member Introductions
1
Jan 22, 2008 02:39 PM
kevin017
New Member Introductions
1
Nov 26, 2007 10:40 PM
Youzer
New Member Introductions
2
May 22, 2007 02:17 PM
Ben Wright
New Member Introductions
2
Apr 28, 2005 09:13 PM




All times are GMT -5. The time now is 10:04 AM.

story-0
10 Ways Ford is LOSING to the Competition

Slideshow: 10 ways Ford is losing to the competition

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-06-15 09:52:01


VIEW MORE
story-1
Top 6 Best Deals Available on New Fords & Lincolns Right Now

Some great targets in today's expensive world.

By Brett Foote | 2026-06-15 09:35:19


VIEW MORE
story-2
This Hennessey Takes the Expedition Tremor's Off-Roading Capability to the Next Level

Slideshow: The VelociRaptor Expedition gains a lift, upgraded suspension, Brembo brakes, and trail-ready equipment while retaining the stock 440-horsepower EcoBoost V6.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-06-12 11:01:55


VIEW MORE
story-3
Top 10 Fords at 2026 Carlisle Ford Nationals

Slideshow: Top 10 Fords at 2026 Ford Nationals

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-06-09 11:10:08


VIEW MORE
story-4
3 Best / 3 Worst Parts of Modern Ford Ownership

Based on years of owning multiple modern Ford products.

By Brett Foote | 2026-06-09 10:53:36


VIEW MORE
story-5
10 Amazing Upgrades That Solve Common Ford Truck Owner Headaches

SPONSORED: From muddy boots to rain-soaked cargo, these upgrades address some of the most common frustrations Ford truck owners face every day.

By Pouria Savadkouei | 2026-06-08 18:50:34


VIEW MORE
story-6
Every 2026 Ford Engine Explained

Here's everything you need to know about every Ford engine available for the 2026 model year.

By Brett Foote | 2026-06-05 12:58:01


VIEW MORE
story-7
10 Ugly Ford Trucks That We Still Kinda Love

Slideshow: 10 ugly Ford trucks that we still kinda love.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-06-03 09:51:16


VIEW MORE
story-8
10 Things Every Truck Owner NEEDS (2026 Edition)

Slideshow: the best gifts for dads & grads

By Michael S. Palmer | 2026-06-03 15:43:58


VIEW MORE
story-9
Rezvani's Latest Post-Apocalyptic Monster Is a Ford F-150 Raptor Underneath

Slideshow: Called the Fortress, the 850-horsepower pickup combines Raptor underpinnings with military-inspired features, survival equipment, and a starting price of $285,000.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-06-03 11:38:36


VIEW MORE