1969 Ford Crew Cab Cummins Project...
02-25-2010, 10:57 AM
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1969 Ford Crew Cab Cummins Project...
I have not been to this forum in a while as there wasn't a conversion section, but I guess this sub-forum has probably been active for a while now....
Being that this conversion is almost 3 years strong and not complete, I have tons of pics to share! Although most of you have probably seen them elsewhere.
Being that this conversion is almost 3 years strong and not complete, I have tons of pics to share! Although most of you have probably seen them elsewhere.
02-25-2010, 11:11 AM
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I was looking for something even more unique after my 85 Dodge Crew Cab Project so....
My wife and I took a trip to Arizona back in July '07 to pick up a 1969 Ford Crew Cab 4x4 that was rust free! Made a deal for the truck without motor and transmission... perfect canidate for a Cummins swap!
And it all begins....
My wife and I took a trip to Arizona back in July '07 to pick up a 1969 Ford Crew Cab 4x4 that was rust free! Made a deal for the truck without motor and transmission... perfect canidate for a Cummins swap!
And it all begins....
02-25-2010, 11:12 AM
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As it turns out the "rust free" truck wasn't so rust free! Typical buyer beware... Well, I should have looked at the truck closer while in AZ, but part of me just didn't want to find reasons to come home empty handed!
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Fitting new replacement panels.... this is my first go around with any kind of body work, so it has been somewhat of a learning experience!
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Next big problem to solve..... Previous owner did a real hack job modifying the power steering mount to fit a 78-79 4x4 steering box. I thought about several options and decided complete front replacement...
02-25-2010, 11:21 AM
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So I will be fabricating new frame rails and a new x-member. What I want to do is fit a new x-member further toward the rear to make room for the A/C pump in it's stock location. Otherwise my options are a top mount unit (might interfere with compound turbos or injection pump) or no A/C :haha
Think I will cut on the white line.....
Think I will cut on the white line.....
