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Posted: 7/19/2022 7:25:09 PM EDT
I bought a 1976 Ford Highboy a few months back with the intention of restoring/updating the truck to make a great daily driver.
The truck I bought out of California was an original truck with 75k miles and spent its life doing farm work. When it’s hit the pavement again it will have the following- Powder coated frame Gen 3 coyote and 10R80 trans Super duty axles/steering/brakes 4 link front suspension with King coil overs Skyjacker soft ride rear springs and King shocks Restomod AC 4.56 gears with 37” tires Plus all of the other stuff When I bought the truck-  Where we are at now. 4 link and some of the suspension is fitted. SD steering box is in. Fitted the core support and new radiator. Next is to fit gas tank and redo some crossmembers.        Will update the progress as it happens. |
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Posted: 7/19/2022 7:26:46 PM EDT
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Ah fuck yeah I'm in.
Haven't seen you post for awhile, glad to see you back |
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Posted: 7/19/2022 7:33:16 PM EDT
[#2]
very nice
 why not just drop the body/bed on a newer truck frame that already had the drive train/axles you wanted and then do a lift? |
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Posted: 7/19/2022 7:35:52 PM EDT
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Want to follow along and watch me do a restomod on an old Ford truck? Yes. Yes I do 
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Posted: 7/19/2022 7:35:59 PM EDT
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Fuck yes I'm in.
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Posted: 7/19/2022 7:37:17 PM EDT
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Had a couple of those pass through my hands many years ago. Could kick myself now for letting them go.
Sounds like you've got it well thought out, tagging along for the awesomeness. |
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Posted: 7/19/2022 7:37:17 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: very nice why not just drop the body/bed on a newer truck frame that already had the drive train/axles you wanted and then do a lift? I’ve been asked that a few times. The original frame and divorced transfer case are remaining. They have a different look which sets highboys apart from other trucks. |
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Posted: 7/19/2022 7:38:54 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Had a couple of those pass through my hands many years ago. Could kick myself now for letting them go. Sounds like you've got it well thought out, tagging along for the awesomeness. I waited about 2 years too long to finally buy one. Been wanting to get one for 10 years. The prices have went crazy on them recently. |
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Posted: 7/19/2022 7:40:14 PM EDT
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I love watching you spend silly amounts of money
 I hope the 10r80 works out better for you than me |
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Posted: 7/19/2022 7:41:10 PM EDT
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 Some of my favorite threads to follow. |
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Posted: 7/19/2022 7:41:55 PM EDT
[#10]
Following
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Posted: 7/19/2022 7:43:15 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: very nice why not just drop the body/bed on a newer truck frame that already had the drive train/axles you wanted and then do a lift? - Quoted: I’ve been asked that a few times. The original frame and divorced transfer case are remaining. They have a different look which sets highboys apart from other trucks. Ah, I forgot about the divorced transfer case setups but it makes sense as its beefy and makes it easier to use whatever transmission you want. I thought they had stopped using them in the 60's or some reason. The only truck I've ever had with that setup was a 62. |
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Posted: 7/19/2022 7:44:29 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Ah, I forgot about the divorced transfer case setups but it makes sense as its beefy and makes it easier to use whatever transmission you want. I thought they had stopped using them in the 60's or some reason. The only truck I've ever had with that setup was a 62. Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: very nice why not just drop the body/bed on a newer truck frame that already had the drive train/axles you wanted and then do a lift? - Quoted: I’ve been asked that a few times. The original frame and divorced transfer case are remaining. They have a different look which sets highboys apart from other trucks. Ah, I forgot about the divorced transfer case setups but it makes sense as its beefy and makes it easier to use whatever transmission you want. I thought they had stopped using them in the 60's or some reason. The only truck I've ever had with that setup was a 62. The F250’s has them until 77. |
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Posted: 7/19/2022 7:45:13 PM EDT
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Tell me more about that front suspension. Where did you get it?
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Posted: 7/19/2022 7:46:15 PM EDT
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Hell yeah I’m in.
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Posted: 7/19/2022 7:46:15 PM EDT
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Posted: 7/19/2022 7:46:18 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Tell me more about that front suspension. Where did you get it? Battle Born Brakes. They make a lot of Highboy specific suspension upgrades. |
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Posted: 7/19/2022 7:47:09 PM EDT
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Yep, I’m in.
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Posted: 7/19/2022 7:54:52 PM EDT
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DO IT!!!! Who cares what anyone has to say? I wish I had the skills to do a restomod on a truck... but I am just a cabinet maker. I do sawdust, not so much grease.
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Posted: 7/19/2022 7:58:29 PM EDT
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Why is frame not sandblasted and painted
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Posted: 7/19/2022 8:03:15 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Why is frame not sandblasted and painted Because we are fitting everything and welding up holes before it goes to powder coat. |
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Posted: 7/19/2022 8:03:37 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Why is frame not sandblasted and painted I’m guessing he is fitting everything first in case frame need mods. Once that is all done it will be disassembled, blasted/coated, then reassembled Beat by OP |
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Posted: 7/19/2022 8:05:17 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Battle Born Brakes. They make a lot of Highboy specific suspension upgrades. Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: Tell me more about that front suspension. Where did you get it? Battle Born Brakes. They make a lot of Highboy specific suspension upgrades. Thanks. Off to check them out. I might have a couple of highboys that have been on the back burner. Power steering has always been a hangup for me. The old slave cylinder setup was always an issue even back in the early 90s. |
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Posted: 7/19/2022 8:06:32 PM EDT
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Yes I would like to follow please!
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Posted: 7/19/2022 8:08:25 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Thanks. Off to check them out. I might have a couple of highboys that have been on the back burner. Power steering has always been a hangup for me. The old slave cylinder setup was always an issue even back in the early 90s. My super duty steering box conversion came from them as well of the hydro-boost brake set up I have. |
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Posted: 7/19/2022 8:08:45 PM EDT
[#25]
Nice. I'm in
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Posted: 7/19/2022 8:09:05 PM EDT
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RCC1 thread.
I'm in! |
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Posted: 7/19/2022 8:09:25 PM EDT
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Posted: 7/19/2022 8:10:56 PM EDT
[#28]
In!
Looks good so far! I’m driving my 95, it’s up for restoration soon. |
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Posted: 7/19/2022 8:11:25 PM EDT
[#29]
Quote HistoryQuoted: Because we are fitting everything and welding up holes before it goes to powder coat. Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: Why is frame not sandblasted and painted Because we are fitting everything and welding up holes before it goes to powder coat. Carry on then How do I subscribe? |
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Posted: 7/19/2022 8:12:45 PM EDT
[#30]
More project than I'd undertake, but I'll happily follow along, OP.
Good to have you back. |
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Posted: 7/19/2022 8:12:55 PM EDT
[#31]
Maximum IN
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Posted: 7/19/2022 8:13:11 PM EDT
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@RCC1
OP I am all in, I have the same type of thread going on my 1977 Ford Bronco frame off restoration. Dont know if you have done this before, but if you are even on the fence about doing or changing something, do it and dont look back. Here is where my 1977 frame off is now:  Also, look into Amp Research power steps, you will never regret it And if you are going to change wiring harnesses, then go to American Auto Wire and dont look at Centech. Centech is a pain in the ass to work with. Bronc |
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Posted: 7/19/2022 8:14:02 PM EDT
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Posted: 7/19/2022 8:14:47 PM EDT
[#34]
Nice!
Got a 70 F100 that will get the treatment. |
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Posted: 7/19/2022 8:17:20 PM EDT
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Taggage
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Posted: 7/19/2022 8:18:42 PM EDT
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Why you no 7.3 Godzilla?
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Posted: 7/19/2022 8:19:14 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Yep, I’m in. |
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Posted: 7/19/2022 8:22:21 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Why you no 7.3 Godzilla? I really wanted to but there isn’t a stand alone harness for that motor yet. Between Fat Fender Garage and Power by the Hour I have a complete plug and play engine/trans harness that uses a factory computer. |
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Posted: 7/19/2022 8:24:25 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Why is frame not sandblasted and painted Mock up is key, then disassemble, blast, paint, prep and reassemble |
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Posted: 7/19/2022 8:26:30 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: I really wanted to but there isn’t a stand alone harness for that motor yet. Between Fat Fender Garage and Power by the Hour I have a complete plug and play engine/trans harness that uses a factory computer. Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: Why you no 7.3 Godzilla? I really wanted to but there isn’t a stand alone harness for that motor yet. Between Fat Fender Garage and Power by the Hour I have a complete plug and play engine/trans harness that uses a factory computer.
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Posted: 7/19/2022 8:28:20 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Carry on then How do I subscribe? Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: Quoted: Why is frame not sandblasted and painted Because we are fitting everything and welding up holes before it goes to powder coat. Carry on then How do I subscribe? |
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Posted: 7/19/2022 8:31:21 PM EDT
[#42]
Very fucking cool!
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Posted: 7/19/2022 8:31:30 PM EDT
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Tag a fucking roo
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Posted: 7/19/2022 8:32:31 PM EDT
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In!!!!
i'd love to see more project threads on arfcom, gun related or otherwise. |
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Posted: 7/19/2022 8:34:06 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Tag a fucking roo Following this because I know it’ll get done right based on OPs other posts!! |
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Posted: 7/19/2022 8:36:19 PM EDT
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Subbed!
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Posted: 7/19/2022 8:36:46 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: @RCC1 OP I am all in, I have the same type of thread going on my 1977 Ford Bronco frame off restoration. Dont know if you have done this before, but if you are even on the fence about doing or changing something, do it and dont look back. Here is where my 1977 frame off is now: https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/16476/70B1525C-C5B2-45B5-8B3B-2DC0E7DC74D2-2454249.jpg Also, look into Amp Research power steps, you will never regret it And if you are going to change wiring harnesses, then go to American Auto Wire and dont look at Centech. Centech is a pain in the ass to work with. Bronc I have a set of amp steps already and my wiring harness is American auto wire. This is my first one I’ve done to this extent. I was happy to find companies like LMC for parts. My end goal is a 70’s styled truck that rides and drives like a new one. |
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Posted: 7/19/2022 8:38:54 PM EDT
[#48]
Nice! I wish I had this talent.
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Posted: 7/19/2022 8:38:56 PM EDT
[#49]
Good seeing you post @RCC1.
You may have been posting, but I've missed them. #tag |
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Posted: 7/19/2022 8:40:58 PM EDT
[#50]
Sweet truck OP.
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