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Sep 22, 2010 | 09:00 AM

seizure66

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Convert to Daily driver

What are your best tips to start using my 66 as a dialy driver? It has the 390 in it, and winter is just around the corner....the heat works well, what about weight and tires, oil, etc? Gonna let me wife drive the minivan.

Sep 22, 2010 | 10:12 AM

bluestang65

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Good battery, fresh belts, hoses, etc. Tune it up. Good tires, better seat belts, power steering, power brakes, disc brakes and Limited slip rear end depending on your budget and driving conditions.

Sep 22, 2010 | 11:01 AM

Flyn66dtmn

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you didn't mention where you live. if it gets as cold there as in Montana. then a block heater is a must. these old boats (352, 390) dont start well in extreme cold. i dont have to much trouble with the 300's. if there is snow and ice. snow tires or all season radials should do the job. 3-400 lbs of weight of your choice over the rear axles should be sufficient for stability. Dutch

Sep 22, 2010 | 12:13 PM

macgiobuin

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I just put insulation in the doors, floor and under the headliner....made a world of difference in keeping the cab cooler....I'm sure it will also make the cab warmer. If it gets cold, make sure your radiator/heater coil, etc. are in good working order. I would also make sure that your electricals are in good order...distributor cap, plug wires, battery cables, etc. That and everything that everyone else mentioned.

Sep 22, 2010 | 05:52 PM

Scifi266

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Lol been driving my 66 f250 in stock condition for the last few years. 2 years before frame swap, 3 after. You should check fluids from rear axle, transmission, and engine. do a general tune up. She will server you well.

Sep 22, 2010 | 08:42 PM

OldHarley

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You may want to go ahead and invest in a neck brace also, in case your neighbor is still out on the road.

Sep 23, 2010 | 06:53 AM

seizure66

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Originally Posted by OldHarley

You may want to go ahead and invest in a neck brace also, in case your neighbor is still out on the road.

Funny OldHarley! At some point I may look into better seat belts, the kids love to ride in the truck. Going through all that with the insurance company made me love this old truck even more! She passes her Level III inspection with flying colors at the DMV Tuesday.

Right now it has bias tires on it, they have a ton of deep tread. I wonder if putting the weight in the back will suffice, or if I really should go to a radial? Why is a radial so much better?