SQRLPWR Posted July 8, 2019 Report Share Posted July 8, 2019 Starting a thread for the F150....originally it was a 2WD 302 automatic truck from Alberta. The previous owner had it for 7 years, restored and converted it to 4WD and a 6" lift and anti-axle wrap bars, 3" body lift, a 351w/Holley 4180C, NP208, NP435 and TTB setup on 37" MT/Rs (I haven't figured out what it has for a tcase). There's almost no rust, it's had a lot of new steel and the black/root beer paint is a 20 footer, overall the truck is not perfect...and that's OK, but there are few little things needed to make it better; Both heater controls are inoperable - feels like no cables and/or mixer Blower motor vibrates badly and squeals like a pig Has a leaky windshield seal (or visor....I hate that thing) It's missing windshield washer jets and nozzles It bogs and backfires under load from 0 to 1500 RPM, but flies at 1500+ ..possibly the timing / plugs / leads / Holley 4180C / stage 1 tune The lift brackets needs some reinforcement It's got a slim-line rear bumper....needs a nice original chrome bumper putting back on Missing ebrake equalizer Could do with cleaning up and painting underneath Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SQRLPWR Posted July 8, 2019 Author Report Share Posted July 8, 2019 Started to trace the rain water leak in the cab. Removed the sun visor, plugged the holes, removed the windshield trim to expose a lot of damp vegetation hiding behind it....and some original red paint. Cleaned it all up. Thankfully no rust issues were found Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sar4x4 Posted July 8, 2019 Report Share Posted July 8, 2019 Enjoy it! Nice size, relatively easy to work on. I’m way behind, but there will be a full-size run this fall (I hope!) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SQRLPWR Posted July 8, 2019 Author Report Share Posted July 8, 2019 very easy to work on, except I need steps LMAO Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Powerram Posted July 9, 2019 Report Share Posted July 9, 2019 I'll take that visor if ya getting rid of it, nice truck, I think I got everything on you r list here, gotta double check condition of rear chrome bumper and brackets Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SQRLPWR Posted July 9, 2019 Author Report Share Posted July 9, 2019 So it looks like the transfer case is an NP208...not the best, but probably ok for what I need. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SQRLPWR Posted July 9, 2019 Author Report Share Posted July 9, 2019 Made a little progress after work today....tackled the heater controls. First off...I'm loving how simple this thing is bolted together Removed the blower motor and found a chunk missing out of the plastic 'basket blades'...so that's what the vibes are. So I ground the same again off the other side to balance it out. The bearing is toast tho, so I coated it with WD40 as a temporary fix until I can replace it. It doesn't vibe any more and it's quiet...for now. Fixed the defrost problem...thankfully the blend door is good, the cable had just popped off it's mounting clip The temp control vavle moves but the cable has seized and somebody forced it and snapped it, so it'll need replacing once I figure out how the heck I remove the control panel LOL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Powerram Posted July 10, 2019 Report Share Posted July 10, 2019 17 hours ago, jay said: So it looks like the transfer case is an NP208...not the best, but probably ok for what I need. That is an awesome t-case, it survived in my ford for years, the only issues iv had with the np208 is impacts cracking them, both times I had no skid plate Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sar4x4 Posted July 11, 2019 Report Share Posted July 11, 2019 As Powerram says. The NP208 has a bad reputation by virtue of it's aluminum case. And chain. Sure, it's not going to survive Big Block power, 54" tires, etc. But GM put it behind (low torque) diesels, military trucks, etc. And my Burb is on it's original NP208C. With the chain, it's a LOT quieter than an all-gear case. And survives moderate use. You should be all right Jay! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sar4x4 Posted July 11, 2019 Report Share Posted July 11, 2019 On 7/9/2019 at 7:00 PM, jay said: First off...I'm loving how simple this thing is bolted together Full size, non-computer, non-AC North American rigs ARE easy to work on! Sit in the engine bay. Sit upright underneath. The only things you can't do, like you did with the Sammi, is lightly pick up T-cases, axle housings, ENGINE BLOCKs, etc. lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SQRLPWR Posted July 11, 2019 Author Report Share Posted July 11, 2019 Good to know about the tcase, and I wasn't going off experience As you know I drive like an old lady, but now I have a V8 theme tune, I have to admit my right foot is getting very heavy. And yes, the Ford is somewhat heavier LOL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Powerram Posted July 12, 2019 Report Share Posted July 12, 2019 My Ramcharger also has a np208, I have zero concerns with that case, Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SQRLPWR Posted July 13, 2019 Author Report Share Posted July 13, 2019 Picked up a rear bumper, blower motor (not 100% sure it'll fit tho) and emergency brake equalizer, thanks Matt Now I have the equalizer and my in inlaws are back in the UK, I can start with the little laundry list of repairs for the safety. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SQRLPWR Posted July 14, 2019 Author Report Share Posted July 14, 2019 Replaced a rear axle seal, the brake shoes and hardware for the inspection. Also for the inspection I wanted to hook up the parking brake hardware, but the parking brake lever and auto adjust cable has been 'deleted' on the left side. 2 steps forward, and one back LOL Oh, and it fits in the garage....just gotta trim the mechanism a little. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sar4x4 Posted July 15, 2019 Report Share Posted July 15, 2019 I guess that means you don’t have to lift it any higher! Lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SQRLPWR Posted July 16, 2019 Author Report Share Posted July 16, 2019 Left side rear brakes refurbished, and the parking brake works too Also replaced the tie rod....another 3 jobs off the list Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SQRLPWR Posted July 17, 2019 Author Report Share Posted July 17, 2019 Wired in a temporary reverse light switch for inspection. The switch on the transmission is missing a pin and it seems the pigtail for the auto transmission only needed to be short and is miles away from the NP435. So I cut it off and will extend to the transmission switch later when I put in a new transmission switch. Just a small patch on the cab to do and I'm done!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Powerram Posted July 18, 2019 Report Share Posted July 18, 2019 Looking good man Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SQRLPWR Posted July 19, 2019 Author Report Share Posted July 19, 2019 Thanks, just got a patch left to do on the drivers corner and I'll be good Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sar4x4 Posted July 19, 2019 Report Share Posted July 19, 2019 38 minutes ago, jay said: Thanks, just got a patch left to do on the drivers corner and I'll be good Someday I'll say that again. Soon maybe! Enjoy her! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SQRLPWR Posted July 19, 2019 Author Report Share Posted July 19, 2019 Started on the cab corner repair. I have no patience with bodywork as it's my least favorite job, but I'll take my time. The hole was initially small to look at, but quickly grew once I removed all of the rust....that's how it usually goes. Made a template and cut the main patch panel out. I'll probably need a small filler piece later. Tomorrow will be metal prep and welding...in the hottest day of the week lol. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SQRLPWR Posted July 23, 2019 Author Report Share Posted July 23, 2019 So this turned into a saga with a happy ending..... In between re-organizing my bomb-site of a garage after filling it with a used pool over winter, my Lincoln welder has gone missing. So I ended up repairing the gun on my Mastercraft only to have low speed wire feed issues. I totally forgot it was the wire issues that caused me to buy the Lincoln in the first place. So I ended up getting super frustrated and ruined the patch. Thankfully Paul came to the rescue and did a real nice job of welding it up for me Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sar4x4 Posted July 23, 2019 Report Share Posted July 23, 2019 Little bit of paint to protect that? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SQRLPWR Posted July 23, 2019 Author Report Share Posted July 23, 2019 yes it was painted and seam sealed before I left Pauls pad Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SQRLPWR Posted July 23, 2019 Author Report Share Posted July 23, 2019 Started on the easier stuff....radios & wiring. 1st picture is the previous owners fire waiting to happen. So I installed a secondary fuse box for all the accessories (chocolate block is temporary ground for testing) Installed my CB and HF antennas in a 100% sub-optimal location. We'll see how long they last there OR I buy a 102 inch whip LOL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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