<![CDATA[Ford Truck Enthusiasts Forums - 1967 - 1972 F-100 & Larger F-Series Trucks]]> https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/ Discuss the Bumpsides Ford Truck en Thu, 21 May 2026 10:05:11 GMT vBulletin 60 https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/images/light/misc/rss.jpg <![CDATA[Ford Truck Enthusiasts Forums - 1967 - 1972 F-100 & Larger F-Series Trucks]]> https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/ Radiator - Why in the world??? https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/1804687-radiator-why-in-the-world-new-post.html Thu, 21 May 2026 03:46:39 GMT I'm looking for a radiator for the 1972 F250 2WD 390 and I see Cold Case radiators mentioned. I haven't checked them yet, I find one; the overall Core and Radiator dimensions that look good!
For the existing radiator (as close as I could reasonably measure)
Core Width 26 1/4 (Cold Frame really really close, could be my measurement is a little off)
Core Height 19 1/2 (Cold Frame, Spot on)
Overall Height 26 1/2 with cap (Cold Frame spot on)
Overall Width 29 1/2 (Cold Frame spot on)
Thickness about 3 1/2 to to 3 3/4 (Close Frame 3" - no worries)
All should be good but to since up I need the mounting bolt locations.

Do you think I could get any relevant information from them for what follows.
On the existing radiator the mounting flange is about 1 1/2" (grill side)
The flange engine side for the shroud is about 3/4"
The distance between the radiator mounting bolt width is 28 1/2"
The Height between the radiator mounting bolts is 11 inches
The distance between the shroud bolt width is 27 1/2"
The Height between the shroud bolts is 15 inches

Nope, they don't have a dimensional with that information and the fellow on the chat line couldn't answer the questions, in fact it was about the same as dealing with an overseas support line, except it wasn't overseas.

Summit Racing doesn't have a dimensional drawing for their radiators posted.

Why in the world would you not do that, You pay to have them manufactured, to make them that information is required!
]]> GeneT https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/1804687-radiator-why-in-the-world.html Original F250 Steel Wheel Color? https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/1804662-original-f250-steel-wheel-color-new-post.html Wed, 20 May 2026 16:57:37 GMT Doing some reading, I saw it mentioned the original steel wheel color was Wimbledon White for '67-72 trucks. Does that mean they were glossy? Or were they a semi-gloss? Trying to match the original appearance as closely as I can, reasonably. My truck didn't have the original wheels when I bought it so nothing to judge by firsthand.

What paint have people used for a good match? Will be stripping them bare and then an epoxy primer followed by top coat.

Also, I need to buy two stainless dog dish hubcaps to match the other two I acquired if anyone has some to sell. Thanks. ]]> Blued Steel https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/1804662-original-f250-steel-wheel-color.html Mini Turbo Starter for Truck w/FE https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/1804653-mini-turbo-starter-for-truck-w-fe-new-post.html Wed, 20 May 2026 10:38:21 GMT One of the next things I'll be purchasing for my '72 F350, as we prepare to drop in the 390 is a Mini Turbo Starter.
Below is the one I have in my Cart.
I'd really like to hear from people who have DONE THIS BEFORE - especially of you've used THIS PARTICULAR STARTER.

In the reviews, there is this comment:
Make sure you have the right wire and connectors to wiring this up from battery to ignition for the starter. Works great but limited resources on what gauge to use. But easy enough to figure out

What kind of special wiring has to be done???
Has anyone here ever done this???
I'd really like to hear from someone who has done this.

I don't want to buy this starter, and discover I need a degree to install it.
Any help would be appreciated.
Thanks

https://www.jegs.com/i/Powermaster/713/9506M/10002/-1 ]]> Country Bumpkin https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/1804653-mini-turbo-starter-for-truck-w-fe.html <![CDATA[Been a while since 17, now 33 with a new '71]]> https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/1804652-been-a-while-since-17-now-33-with-a-new-71-a-new-post.html Wed, 20 May 2026 08:55:22 GMT Hey everyone,
Used to be a frequent flyer on here when i had a '68 Custom Cab back when i was 17-20. I sold when I was 20 and regretted ever since. Last weekend I bought a '71 Sport Custom at 33 years of young, from the 2nd owner in Rich Hill, Mo. It has a built 347 Stroker and C6 transmission. New wiring harness, new paint and underbody and only bit of rot is 5" under driver cab, treated with rust converter and painted. ]]> 68cabby https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/1804652-been-a-while-since-17-now-33-with-a-new-71-a.html 1971 Ford F250 390 6.4L starter fitment issue https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/1804649-1971-ford-f250-390-6-4l-starter-fitment-issue-new-post.html Wed, 20 May 2026 04:02:24 GMT Hey there, I recently purchased a 1971 Ford F250 with a 390 4.6L engine. its a manual. I recently had to change the starter and I made the rookie mistake of trading the old one in too early.... Hey there,

I recently purchased a 1971 Ford F250 with a 390 4.6L engine.
its a manual.

I recently had to change the starter and I made the rookie mistake of trading the old one in too early. Now I am having fitment issues with the new 3131 I am trying to install. Has anyone run into this issue? I ordered a mini starter to try but it hasn’t come yet. Just want to make sure I’m headed the right direction. I am getting a grinding sound from the 3131 in there, it’s not meshing right with the flywheel. The flywheel is in good shape. ]]> MMizysak https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/1804649-1971-ford-f250-390-6-4l-starter-fitment-issue.html where are all the Mercury truck guys hiding?? https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/1804601-where-are-all-the-mercury-truck-guys-hiding-new-post.html Tue, 19 May 2026 02:23:25 GMT is there a page or group for this truck? is there a page or group for this truck? ]]> hybridyj https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/1804601-where-are-all-the-mercury-truck-guys-hiding.html well guys, I did a thing.... https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/1804600-well-guys-i-did-a-thing-new-post.html Tue, 19 May 2026 02:22:03 GMT what are the Mercury truck owners doing on here?? so I'm building (or thought I was) my dream truck.... something 70's on a '79 F250 frame with 60's front and rear, with a bumpside body on... so I have the frame, and the 1 ton axles, and just brought home a 1968 Mercury M100, because me being a true Canuck, I had to build me a canadian based/built rig! seems simple right? but of course, the truck I bought, a 1968 Mercury M100, is apparently 1 of only 334 built on Ontario before Ford cancelled the program in May of '68 and started building Ford trucks here.... this rig runs and drives, big 6 and the manual 3spd now floor shift, not sure if I have the heart to break down a truck good enough to restore being so rare vs what I intended?? what do you all think? body is tough forsure, but I was going the restomod route anyway, leaving the what looks like Robin Egg blue peaking out from behind the poorly done flat black, just spruce up the interior so wifey will ride with me, not flintstone style! finding Merc related trucks parts.... yeah right! tailgate anyone?? ]]> hybridyj https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/1804600-well-guys-i-did-a-thing.html C4 Transmission Leak https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/1804572-c4-transmission-leak-new-post.html Mon, 18 May 2026 18:03:17 GMT I have a 67 F100 240 with a C4. . It is lightly used, 25k miles since a rebuild 20 years ago.. A quality shop recently pulled it and replaced all seals. It still leaks onto the driveway after... I have a 67 F100 240 with a C4. . It is lightly used, 25k miles since a rebuild 20
years ago.. A quality shop recently pulled it and replaced all seals.

It still leaks onto the driveway after sitting for five or so days, Not as bad as bfore.

I am at a loss. What could be going on? Leaking torque converter flooding seals?
Anybody have any advice or ideas? ]]> CougarJohn https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/1804572-c4-transmission-leak.html Linkage set up and kick down for c6 https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/1804561-linkage-set-up-and-kick-down-for-c6-new-post.html Mon, 18 May 2026 14:10:06 GMT Have a 390’fe c6 transmission. Does a cotter pin go on kick down arm and linkage? I changed rear main and had to pull trans didn’t take a picture of linkage before I disassembled (learning... Have a 390’fe c6 transmission. Does a cotter pin go on kick down arm and linkage? I changed rear main and had to pull trans didn’t take a picture of linkage before I disassembled (learning experience) just need help on how the setup is so I can hook back up. Thanks a picture would help or explanation on where e clamp goes too.
]]> CliffFord71 https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/1804561-linkage-set-up-and-kick-down-for-c6.html 1970 F100 MPG https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/1804552-1970-f100-mpg-new-post.html Sun, 17 May 2026 23:32:06 GMT I've got a 1970 F100 Ranger with a 360FE in it. I bought it last year and had it in the shop for 5 months fixing suspension and front axle issues. I didn't touch the motor except for tuning the carb (it's got a 4bbl motorcraft 750 I believe??). I tuned it as best I could, got around 43 lbs vacuum and had to retard the timing a bit. But I got it running way better than it was, but my truck is getting roughly just over 5 miles a gallon. That's ridiculously low and with gas prices these days that ain't practical y'know? Anyone got any ideas what's wrong with it? I think it's got a cam in it, it's definitely had work done (aftermarket valve covers, oil pan, distributor) and sounds different than a regular idle. But getting only 5 mpg sounds horrible and way lower than anyone else's rig. Any ideas? ]]> GunnyScott08 https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/1804552-1970-f100-mpg.html Difference between 69+70 FORD F-100 4X4 lift kits https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/1804550-difference-between-69-70-ford-f-100-4x4-lift-kits-new-post.html Sun, 17 May 2026 22:51:01 GMT


Can someone please tell me why they don't offer 2.5-inch lift kits for the 69-ford f-100 4x4 pickups and only for the 70-76 f-100 4x4s. I am currently restoring my 69-ford f-100 4x4 that's been in storage for 25-30 years I have already installed the front disk brake conversion probably going to put a hydro boost system on also. along with a bench works power steering set up. already replaced all the seals gaskets and axel U joints I have already purchased a 2- inch super lift kit. the more I look at it I wished someone made a 2.5 inch lift kit for the 69 f-100 4x4s really don't want to go to a 4-inch didn't really want to make a f-100 to look like a f-250 high boy just want to be able to put 33'' tall tires don't want to get into rubbing issues. ]]> JDs 69 https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/1804550-difference-between-69-70-ford-f-100-4x4-lift-kits.html Spade fitting on fuse block https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/1804505-spade-fitting-on-fuse-block-new-post.html Sat, 16 May 2026 14:06:55 GMT Does anyone know what size of spade fitting is on the fuse block for a 1972 F250? And are those two key on? Does anyone know what size of spade fitting is on the fuse block for a 1972 F250? And are those two key on? ]]> Omni43 https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/1804505-spade-fitting-on-fuse-block.html What if This on the Crankshaft https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/1804489-what-if-this-on-the-crankshaft-new-post.html Sat, 16 May 2026 00:56:07 GMT What is this thing in my hand? Replaced timing chain and gears and want to replace this thing but don't know what it is. It slides over the crankshaft after you put the timing chain cover on.


]]> qman https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/1804489-what-if-this-on-the-crankshaft.html 1970 Ford F250 Ashtray light https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/1804472-1970-ford-f250-ashtray-light-new-post.html Fri, 15 May 2026 19:20:26 GMT Hello,

Would anyone out there happen to have a photo of how the Ashtray light mounts? Did all trucks have these or was it an option. Any help would be greatly apricated. I've attached a photo of my light socket and wire.

Thanks

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]]> Big Block Cat https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/1804472-1970-ford-f250-ashtray-light.html No brake lights or Tail lights https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/1804427-no-brake-lights-or-tail-lights-new-post.html Thu, 14 May 2026 16:10:03 GMT So I’m having an issue and I can’t track it down. I have replaced the NSS, Brake Light switch and I have LEDs. I have head lights and I have tailights. My blinkers work as well. But I do not have... So I’m having an issue and I can’t track it down. I have replaced the NSS, Brake Light switch and I have LEDs. I have head lights and I have tailights. My blinkers work as well. But I do not have Brake lights or reverse lights. Any idea what Im missing?? ]]> dlodeuce4 https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/1804427-no-brake-lights-or-tail-lights.html