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Hey guys, I just joined the forum and have some questions about a 1979 F-150 that I'm looking at buying. It is a single cab, long box, 4WD, 400 engine with auto tranny, Custom with Explorer trim package. It also has Camper Special badges on the front fenders. I've researched and found that the Explorer trim is a legitimate possible option addition to the Custom model, but the Camper Special designation doesn't seem to fit. I can't find any Ford literature supporting that they offered it on the F-150, only on the 250 and 350s. I don't think I've seen so much as a photo of one. Is this something that was really a possibility to order on this truck from Ford? If so, I'm aware of changes made to the 250 and 350s, but what benefits did it give the F-150?
All of the paint matches on the truck so I kind of doubt the fenders have been changed, but doesn't mean someone didn't slap the badges on it at one point. The mirrors have likely been changed as there is a second set of mounts on each door to hold larger ones that probably came on the truck stock. Seems if I really want to know I either need to get the VIN and have the Ford dealer get me a build sheet, or look for an additional wire harness by the tail lights. Is that correct?
Thanks for any help!
All of the paint matches on the truck so I kind of doubt the fenders have been changed, but doesn't mean someone didn't slap the badges on it at one point. The mirrors have likely been changed as there is a second set of mounts on each door to hold larger ones that probably came on the truck stock. Seems if I really want to know I either need to get the VIN and have the Ford dealer get me a build sheet, or look for an additional wire harness by the tail lights. Is that correct?
Thanks for any help!