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Old Sep 24, 2009 | 03:19 PM
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Exclamation What tech subjects would you like to see more info on?

Lets just say a little someone was trying to get some of the best tech info about older trucks on FTE, and lets also say that hypothetically it looked a little like this:
https://www.ford-trucks.com/guide-and-review/

What are some of the subjects you would like to see in there specifically about older trucks?
Give me every idea you have!

Thanks,
Adrian
 
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Old Sep 24, 2009 | 03:35 PM
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Originally Posted by IB Adrian
Lets just say a little someone was trying to get some of the best tech info about older trucks on FTE, and lets also say that hypothetically it looked a little like this:
https://www.ford-trucks.com/guide-and-review/

What are some of the subjects you would like to see in there specifically about older trucks?
Give me every idea you have!

Thanks,
Adrian
a lot of the content in 'articles and specs' applies to our vehicles..

Sam
 
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Old Sep 24, 2009 | 05:02 PM
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Adrian, check a couple of the stickies at the top of our forum. i.e. "jniolon's help for newbies" and FAQ's 48-60.
 
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Old Sep 24, 2009 | 05:27 PM
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If you want to include tech and safety info on old truck wheels, I'll help if I can. Like the guys have said, though, a lot has already been covered in the numerous threads on the subject. I can add links to a lot of diagrams and pics though too which might help. Stu
 
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Old Sep 24, 2009 | 05:51 PM
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Here are some of the subjects that come come up weekly:

6 to 12 Volt conversion;
IFS Front end installation;
Ford Truck Wiring;
Modern engine replacements/problems
Modern Transmission replacement/problems
Installing 9 inch Rear ends/gear ratios
Brake conversions
Wheel sizes and replacements
Bed replacement and refinishing
Patch panels
Electrical troubleshooting
Flathead starting after sitting/fuel system/carb/distributors/tune-up
Extra/Deluxe/Custom Cab Options
Administrator discipline!!
 
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Old Sep 24, 2009 | 08:08 PM
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[QUOTE=Julies Cool F1;7967156]Here are some of the subjects that come come up weekly:QUOTE]

Fuel gauge sending units
Administrator discipline!
 
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Old Sep 24, 2009 | 09:13 PM
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sheet metal removal/reinstall
steering column choices/installs
fuel tank options/installs
tilt hood (not the doghouse)

but as noted.... it's all in the FAQ at the top.... Cuzin Ferg did an outstanding job cataloging all this data

later
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Front clip/hood alignment

Sam
 
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Old Sep 24, 2009 | 10:50 PM
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Old Sep 25, 2009 | 10:57 AM
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Adrian,

"Lets just say a little someone was trying to get some of the best tech info about older trucks on FTE, and lets also say that hypothetically it looked a little like this:
https://www.ford-trucks.com/guide-and-review/

What are some of the subjects you would like to see in there specifically about older trucks?
Give me every idea you have! "

1. My first suggestion would be to to put some effort into fixing all the broken links for your existing articles - the real tech articles.

2. You link seems to be little more than search results for topics in existing threads.

Just my $.02
 
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Old Sep 25, 2009 | 11:28 AM
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I would like to see some in depth articles on doing body work.
 
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Old Sep 25, 2009 | 01:45 PM
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I'm interested in one piece door glass install. If it's worth it. Can you crank it or does have to be power?
 
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Old Sep 25, 2009 | 02:29 PM
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An article on how to use Search and Advanced Search.
 
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Old Sep 25, 2009 | 04:42 PM
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Originally Posted by ferguson777
1. My first suggestion would be to to put some effort into fixing all the broken links for your existing articles - the real tech articles.
Which articles have you found to be broken?
They should all be correct?
2. You link seems to be little more than search results for topics in existing threads.

Just my $.02
It is - but in my experience the answer to almost every question has already been answered on here, its just finding the answer that can be difficult, we are trying to make that easier for you.
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An article on how to use Search and Advanced Search.
You mean like this:
https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/f...faq#faq_search
?
 
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