Thanks for the add. I have two 79 dentsides, one is a 79 F150 4x4 that I inherited from my dad some 15 years ago. I have gone through pretty much everything mechanical and swapped the stock 400 for a 460. The other is a 79 Supercab 4x4. I built...

As do I ... ;)

My name is Joe, I currehave a 1985 f 150 that I am working on.

It won't hurt it, but it also won't fix your issue to eliminate it. They are a bugger to position when pulling the tank down and putting it back. Its sole purpose is to let air that is being displaced by fuel back out the fill neck. Might be...

I replaced the drivers side seal today. The factory seal was pretty ratty but here is a picture:Surprisingly, the factory seal looked more like the Fairchild part, but the proof is in the pudding: the DC part fits better and doesn't hinder the...

Some are loving the patina and old look. I like both nice and shiny and used and aged looks. Looks like you are making great progress.

Cosmetically the Dennis Carpenter is definitely more accurate.

Most modern gaskets are silicone similar to that. I don't know what they withstand as far as tightening goes. You would want to be aware that you can overtighten them and damage them. Modern gaskets are also either in channels that keep them...

It will compress in time. If the body lines are flush, it is adjusted proper. Also need to be sure the plastic on the door latch pin is in good shape. If it is worn, it can cause it to be harder to latch as well.

Yeah! I keep going outside to stare at it!