Rsmach1 71 Report post Posted March 3, 2017 So I decided it was time for a change. I let the Mach1 go and picked up a new project, a 74 F100 shortbed with a 390. So off to the truck forums I go. But I couldn't leave without saying goodbye and thanking you guys. This is a great forum and I wish you all the best. Randy. 8 Black_69_FB, napedVem, Lucieswide and 5 others reacted to this Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ridge Runner 1,112 Report post Posted March 3, 2017 You are going to miss that Mustang ... I love those old ford trucks .The 65s-79s were the best ,Ford screwed up when they got rid of those twin I beams .I have owned a few .a few light mods and they become an off road monster . I used my 79 as a pre runner for Johnson and Douglas off road racing and a couple of others for 25 years ,it did almost anything the race truck could do .Some day i will restore it . Good luck and have fun with yours . Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
prayers1 153 Report post Posted March 3, 2017 At least you had the privilege of owning one. Last year I sold my 1973 F250 HighBoy, was a lot of fun it had a 390, 4 speed w/ granny gear, 4:10's and a 4x4. Here's a couple of good forums, ford-trucks.com and www.fordification.net, plus LMC helped with the parts. Main thing is that you kept Ford Blue, Good Luck and enjoy the new project!! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
moodster 55 Report post Posted March 3, 2017 Certainly, we should thank you for all your help as well. david Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rsmach1 71 Report post Posted March 3, 2017 You are going to miss that Mustang ... I've had a 66, 67,68 and 69 mustang in my life from the day I turned 16 (37 years ago lol). I was gifted the 66, then bought a 68, and traded the 66 for a 72 F250 with a 360. Pulled the 360 and dropped in a TP 427, I still miss that truck to this day, and should never had let it go (especially the engine). I haven't decided for sure where I'm going with the 74 F100 shortbed, first thoughts are still drop it with a stout Windsor. But I have toy'ed with the pre-runner idea as well, we shall see. You are definitely a huge asset to this forum Ridge, thank you. When or if I miss the Mach, I'll pop back in and see what's up here. :) 1 Ridge Runner reacted to this Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rsmach1 71 Report post Posted March 3, 2017 At least you had the privilege of owning one. Last year I sold my 1973 F250 HighBoy, was a lot of fun it had a 390, 4 speed w/ granny gear, 4:10's and a 4x4. Here's a couple of good forums, ford-trucks.com and www.fordification.net, plus LMC helped with the parts. Main thing is that you kept Ford Blue, Good Luck and enjoy the new project!! I bleed Ford Blue and always will. I admit I've owned 2 GM (cough cough) products, a Buick GS and a small block Vega (I even thought about getting another Vega and dropping a Windsor in it just to piss off the bowtie boys lol) I've been trolling both those forums you mentioned and I already like LMC. Thanks. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rsmach1 71 Report post Posted March 3, 2017 Certainly, we should thank you for all your help as well. david Thank you very much David, it's been a pleasure, I'm sure I'll be popping back in from time to time. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
69RavenConv 286 Report post Posted March 3, 2017 Good luck with your new adventure! I've always thought a truck would be my next project, maybe when/if I retire in a few years :) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rsmach1 71 Report post Posted March 3, 2017 Good luck with your new adventure! I've always thought a truck would be my next project, maybe when/if I retire in a few years :) I just retired (disability) this year. It was the main reason I went with a truck, much easier for me to get in and out of haha. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MN69Grande 203 Report post Posted March 3, 2017 Congrats and Good luck with the truck. I'd love to get my hands on a 67-73 myself. Probably buy one and park it until I get space money to mess with it. Anyway you don't need to be a stranger you can still stop by and contribute even if you've sold the car. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RPM 1,190 Report post Posted March 3, 2017 C'mon Randy, don't be a quitter! Well, happy trails in your pick up on the streets of LA. Did you sell the Stang to someone local? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ridge Runner 1,112 Report post Posted March 3, 2017 The nice thing is ,you can get parts for 65 -79 Ford trucks about as easily as most Mustangs .I am still looking for a 65 -66 short bed ...and i have my eye on an untouched 66 short bed .I think i am still on Ford trucks .com ,i haven't gone on in years though Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Black_69_FB 49 Report post Posted March 3, 2017 So I decided it was time for a change. I let the Mach1 go and picked up a new project, a 74 F100 shortbed with a 390. So off to the truck forums I go. But I couldn't leave without saying goodbye and thanking you guys. This is a great forum and I wish you all the best. Randy. Good luck, Rsmach. I got the itch too, sold mine also & picked up a 71 Road Runner to restore. It happens. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ridge Runner 1,112 Report post Posted March 3, 2017 I built this 77 for my mom ,she drove it for years and it stayed looking like this until she sold it and bought a Crow Vic. This is my 78 ,used it for years as a pre runner for Scott Douglas and Chuck Johnson racing ,i still have it . I built this 66 strictly as a race truck but wound up using it as a pre runner ,i wish i had kept it .It made it in a couple of off road magazines ...after i sold it .It had split tie rods with an idler arm twin i beam front end and the rear was a 3 link ,it had 24 inches of travel and was a kick in butt off road . Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
1969Fstback 58 Report post Posted March 4, 2017 Rsmach1 where's the pics? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rsmach1 71 Report post Posted March 4, 2017 Thank you guy's soo much, it'll try and pop it in from time to time. As far as picks it started it's life as a work truck so it's a little ruff, but totally rust free. But NO picks till I get the HORRENDOUS 22s off it lol. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rsmach1 71 Report post Posted March 4, 2017 Hey Ridge that Stepside looks great, and I'm liking the pre-runner look, just might have to re-think dropping it. Hell I'd drive that as is on the street np. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ridge Runner 1,112 Report post Posted March 4, 2017 They all worked great on the street ,the 66 was a bit noisy with the 35x 12.50 x15 BFGs...the 66 was an old forestry dept truck Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mustangmike6996 34 Report post Posted March 6, 2017 Ford Truck Enthusiasts is a great site Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rsmach1 71 Report post Posted March 12, 2017 Ford Truck Enthusiasts is a great site I'm there, great site. Thanks Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites