Thread: 1951 Ford F1 Rat Rod Truck
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08-13-2009 09:57 PM #1
Paint and body work completed.






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08-18-2009 08:12 PM #2
Engine and transmission installed in chassis.


Shortened drive shaft in.

Minneapolis Moline Z grille shell and aluminum radiator installed.

Detail shots of the front suspension, steering, and brakes. All new or rebuilt components to make sure everthing is reliable and safe.


Completed rolling chassis.
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08-18-2009 08:18 PM #3
Body set on frame. Channeled 4".

Header on the engine. Exhaust tips are for VWs. Fit a 1 1/2" pipe perfectly.


Corvette manual brake master cylinder.
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08-18-2009 08:23 PM #4
Installing the shortened bed.


Wiring uuuugg! Hate wiring.

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08-18-2009 08:26 PM #5
Allis Chalmers fuel tank ~15 gallons. Plenty


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08-18-2009 08:30 PM #6
Engine pictures. Offenhauser 3 X 1 manifold with 3 Rochester B carbs. Stock distributor with Pertronix Igniter II

Water heated manifold.



Last edited by dmw56; 08-18-2009 at 08:33 PM.
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08-19-2009 11:20 AM #7
Great pics! I like the modified vw exhaust!
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