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Hi folks,
This is my first post. I have a '65 F100 352, 3 speed manual, I bought back in the '80s. I've only used it for hauling construction materials etc... when I built my house but now that I'm older, I'm looking at it through different eyes and want to start restoring it (at least a bit). I have a few glaring issues that maybe someone can point me in the right direction.
1. It's always started kind of hard especially when sitting a while. I've changed the points over to CDI and put in a new relay but I think now the problem is fuel related. Should I convert the mechanical pump over to electric?
2. The ring gear is missing teeth (must be a lot of teeth because it the starter slips often) Is this a common problem for this vehicle? Should I try to replace it myself or take it somewhere.
3. The braking is not adequate for a truck of this weight. I've read of people converting to front discs. It's hard to find a cheap or wrecked 73-79 ford f100 or f150 donor around here. What are others doing? The kits are expensive.
4. It's always wandered around on the road -- freeway included. Is that normal for this truck?
Thanks in advance for the advice.
This is my first post. I have a '65 F100 352, 3 speed manual, I bought back in the '80s. I've only used it for hauling construction materials etc... when I built my house but now that I'm older, I'm looking at it through different eyes and want to start restoring it (at least a bit). I have a few glaring issues that maybe someone can point me in the right direction.
1. It's always started kind of hard especially when sitting a while. I've changed the points over to CDI and put in a new relay but I think now the problem is fuel related. Should I convert the mechanical pump over to electric?
2. The ring gear is missing teeth (must be a lot of teeth because it the starter slips often) Is this a common problem for this vehicle? Should I try to replace it myself or take it somewhere.
3. The braking is not adequate for a truck of this weight. I've read of people converting to front discs. It's hard to find a cheap or wrecked 73-79 ford f100 or f150 donor around here. What are others doing? The kits are expensive.
4. It's always wandered around on the road -- freeway included. Is that normal for this truck?
Thanks in advance for the advice.