Loading the old truck in the woods

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Flatbedford

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Mar 17, 2009
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[Hearth.com] Loading the old truck in the woods
 
It has enough room for about 1 1/2 cords (7x9x3=189 cubic ft.). It is usually over weight before it is full of wood. I have to get the rear springs re-arched. It's in pretty good shape. It was garaged by the first owner until 2003, so its not that rusted. I've had it just over three years now. It is a work in progress. Right now I've got everything mechanical working right. I hope to get some body work done this summer.
 
Handsome looking stake rack.
 
I have a 76 F-100 that is in great shape, but the springs are 2 soft to haul much weight. I almost traded it for a flatbed like yours. It is would be nice to not have to haul the trailer. Those old trucks are easy to work oin compared to the new stuff
 
pinewoodburner said:
... Those old trucks are easy to work on compared to the new stuff

For sure! I have done all the work myself except some driveshaft work that required a machinist.
 
mn_jon said:
what do you pull that Ford with ?

I've only had to pull it once. It was when I got my first load out of this same place. The ground was a little too soft for the 2 wheel drive and highway tread tires. Naturally, I called my wife and had her bring over her Ford to pull it out.
 

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The rust has had its way with this one too. But, there is still enough left to save.
 
HI all im new on here . that old ford is a sweet heart. But then theres a reason i feel that way, lol i have a 68 ford 350. I have picked up alot of great info on this forum. i started burning last fall and dont think ill ever stop. All the info i gatherd reading the threads was very helpfull. so thanks to all you wood burners for a great forum Jotul Oslo Husky 359 68 ford 350 11 ft flatbed
 
Firestarter,
You should post a picture of that '68. You should also check out the forums at http://www.fordification.com . Tell them Flatbedford sent you.
 
Ill try and get a pic of her . I just found that forum saturday and thought that 70 ford rang a bell. My 68 has a 360 4 speed , 63 thousand . I intend to have her soda blasted and gone over . there great old trucks . I will be joining in on that forum to
 
Mine has the 360, T18 4spd and a 4.10 Dana 70 rear. Power drums all around and armstrong steering. I have the parts for front discs and power steering, but I don't have the time and money for the conversions. The drums will stop it OK and as long as it its rolling and the tires are properly inflated, I can do without the power steering. It has around 78,000 miles on it.

I'll keep an eye out for you at the "Welcome Mat" over there.
 
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