looking at a 78 f250

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Sep 22, 2004 | 07:44 PM

green52

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looking at a 78 f250

I'm looking to buy a 78 f250 4x4 with 351w 4 speed. any advice or comments on this year truck? it looks like a solid truck. anyone know how the parts availabilty is?

Sep 22, 2004 | 08:29 PM

Mil1ion

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I would suggest just start reading threads in this forum.

You will learn so much you could answer this question

Sep 22, 2004 | 09:07 PM

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Great choice. The only part I have ever had a problem getting is an intermitent wiper governor. Other than that most parts are availible at your auto parts store or aftermarket catalog parts company like the sponsors of this site . L&M truck parts or Carpenter (original parts manufacture) to name a few.
Rick

Sep 22, 2004 | 09:30 PM

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unless someone did a swap the 351W was never put in these trucks. the only V-8 Engines were 351M and 400. Parts are all over the place for these trucks. check out our sponors and jegs and such. parts are everywhere.

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Sep 23, 2004 | 07:50 PM

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78 Fords are great trucks! If this truck is in decent shape, go for it. You won't be disappointed!

Sep 24, 2004 | 06:29 AM

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302,s were used..and puttin a windsor where a 302 was is CAKE..351w's are solid engines..just think a minute..a BIG BLOCK doesnt have 3 inch main journals!! btw..I love the "W' engines...bullet proof