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COE project
So I am gathering information for my new build. I found an 89 ford club wagon 1 ton with a 460 in it. I wanted to know if anyone has used this method or is the van chassis not needed, truck frame maybe? I want to keep the motor in front. I also found a diesel 2003 e450. I might use this as a tow vehicle. So I need help deciding on a frame. thanks
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Sounds interesting, what year COE do you have? Any pictures?? we love pictures!
I have heard of a lot of Ch>ey P30? or was it p20?? stepvans being used for a donor chassis for Coe's as well as lots of different RV's Not so sure on what ford Chassis out there might be good candidates?? I think the biggest advantage of the Rv's and Stepvans etc is that the steering setup is already there and needs minimal rework to use. ??
Are you trying to keep the drivetrain all Ford?
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I have heard of a lot of Ch>ey P30? or was it p20?? stepvans being used for a donor chassis for Coe's as well as lots of different RV's Not so sure on what ford Chassis out there might be good candidates?? I think the biggest advantage of the Rv's and Stepvans etc is that the steering setup is already there and needs minimal rework to use. ??
Are you trying to keep the drivetrain all Ford?
Cheers
Josh
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That is a great looking truck! looks pretty solid too!
Lots of Ford powered RV's out there too? not sure about the van but am sure it could be made to work. how long of chassis are you looking at needing? Engine in original location or move behind cab?? will a 460 fit under the original doghouse?
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Josh
Lots of Ford powered RV's out there too? not sure about the van but am sure it could be made to work. how long of chassis are you looking at needing? Engine in original location or move behind cab?? will a 460 fit under the original doghouse?
Cheers
Josh
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The ford rvs are based on truck chassis. I'm planning on a 03 or the 06 I'm looking at one has a 7.3 the other is a 6.0 diesel of corse. E450 they are both tram type vans, you know the ones that carry people at the airport. I beieve the house needs some trimming I'd like it sitting low with out lots of suspension lowering if any at all
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the E450 would work ,I have seen some at the F-100 show with the motor up front ,the wheels line up nice too...
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Thanks, this is the confirmation that I wanted. I think i'm going to try and buy one of these e450's that are for sale localy
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I should know by next week what van i'm going with. It is between a 89 e350 with a 460 in it, or a 01 e450 dually with the 7.3 turbo diesel. all depends, do I want it low with a custom bed, or kinda low dually with a dove tail bed
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Hey, look who came out of hiding. Good to see ya. Garry can give you some good advice, his Beastt is a pretty cool conversion.
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