Looking forward to see what the updates bring. Thanks guys!Sent from my Pixel 2 XL using Tapatalk

Awesome collection, I hope to see progress updates! Welcome to the site! [emoji106]

Dang it, i didnt get a notification and didnt see the thread. Thanks everyone! :-D

@DNFXDLI I need your help!!!

I am sending you a message. ;-)

Put the old cab on the new chassis, that way you have much more than a new engine in an old truck. Brakes, suspension, frame strength, etc.Sent from my Pixel 2 XL using Tapatalk

Alright guys, relax. This is an overreaction on both sidesI havent experienced that problem, but hopefully someone here has, and will be able to chime in.Welcome to the forum!

It was a happy birthday, thanks guys! We are always getting snow, and Doug, it is finally getting above zero these last couple days, finally! A little break from the cold is nice.

Aw, thanks!!! :-D

I have been so swamped, I almost forgot what the internet was... Not a bad thing, lol.I quit my job and have taken up ranching with my Dad full time. Its great being around home every day and not having to leave for work, only seeing the family on weekends, maybe...

Yeah, this thing has been collecting dust for far too long.It was the first truck, first vehicle even, that I ever drove, sitting on my Dads lap before my feet came close to reaching the pedals. He gave it to me in high school, and I started the tear down, getting it prepped for paint. Then...

He is going to do a custom setup. The guy is an electrical genius, has been doing automotive electrical for at least 30+ years. He has sorted out many electrical gremlins on our farm stuff before, haha.

It got sidelined last fall, but I just pulled it out of the shop to load it up so I can haul it in to an automotive electrician to redo/update all the wiring. :-)

Another engine shot, and side shot. Could not get a pic from farther out, my dads boat is parked next to it. The tires are 255/85R16. Measured out to 33.5x10 when mounted up.

It's a Holley 390, which is what Offy recommends for this intake. We shall see how it goes. Have not fired it up yet, doing electrical.

New shoes, too! ;-)

It's coming along. ;-)

I was hoping to brainstorm with you guys and see if we can come up with a solution for extending fuel capacity.I am hoping that someone has some knowledge, possibly regarding an F150 or something of similar year and style that had a fuel tank in the back, where the expedition carries its spare...

Thanks for the tip, I am not sure what they are using, but the promised this thing is built to shrug off header heat. We shall see.

I meant clutch fork boot.

Oh, and a new boot for the shift linkage opening where those little monsters got in.

Its getting ready to go back in. Had one of those custom built, small size/high torque starters built up for it. Should hopefully never have starter problems again.

;-)Sent from my SM-G900V using Tapatalk

Gee, thanks guys! :-)Sent from my SM-G900V using Tapatalk

I have a custom clutch being built for it. Shoukd be very light and easy to actuate, while still having a lot of holding power. I have had multiple surgeries on my knees, so i need all the clutch help i can get.Sent from my SM-N920V using Tapatalk

I havent decided yet. Something quiet though. ;-)Sent from my SM-N920V using Tapatalk

There is a Holley 390 for it already. ;-)Sent from my SM-N920V using Tapatalk

;-)Sent from my SM-N920V using Tapatalk

My 79 F150 originally matched that green one in the 78 pamphlet. It has ranger and explorer badging on it. No custom badges.I call it the "Explanger"

I am looking at swapping it for a new style gear reduction starter. Does anybody know if starter mounting for the 300 is the same as 351M, 460 etc? Manual transmission.Sent from my SM-G900V using Tapatalk