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I'm personally quite fond of the plain bare front bumper, and prefer it, certainly on a plain truck at least. Overall, I actually prefer plain trucks in general. It's not that I dislike a two tone or Lariat or any of the fancier versions of my own, it's just that I have a fondness for them in plain trim. Nothing sexier than a nice two tone Lariat...they are gorgeous. I think my preference simply comes from what I'm used to. Growing up, there were a lot of plain Bullnose trucks around. Rural areas, everybody used them for work...around here we say the "Three F's"...fishing, farming, and forestry, and most families were not buying Lariats and XLT's for that. Also, I should probably admit that I also always had it my head that a plain truck was going to be far easier and cheaper to restore...one color, no trim, no moldings, etc. Anyway...back to the bumpers...I do like them plain, but I like them with the guards and rub strips on a truck like Rick's. I find it would look out of place on a plain truck like mine. PS: Don't forget that there was also a 3rd front bumper style...and those I find a little odd looking. Nothing against them of course, but when they have the black rub strips but no guards, they look to me like something is missing because of the gaps where the guards are supposed to be. PSS: Funny about the bumper topic...I did just receive an order from LMC, and in that order was the two plastic inserts and screws for the front bumper so I could install a front plate. We don't have front tags here, but I might get something made up to just break things up a bit on the front. I'm thinking of something similar to the original Ford style dealer decal that was on my tailgate, but made to fit a licence plate size. Tough question! I like them both. I agree, it would depend on the paint and options on the truck.

Chrome.

That’s great!

I did not know that. I’ll take a look. I considered the rear seat lift on my 94 (previously owned) when I had kids at home. Now I rarely use it. Still might be cool to do. My boys now 6’ 2” and 6’ 3” complained about the rear seat in that truck as they got older. Even my tiny daughter said something.

I agree on the vacuum. I usually let it pull for an hour. Then open the service port with a can hooked up to pull it in.

Same with my 86 Lariat. Buzzer.

Slick!

Welcome!

More cylinders = less vibration.

Why not use zip ties? Heat from the radiator? Wax string or rubber clamps perhaps.

I was thinking inside the bed. I believe those silver things on the outside are Happijac tiedowns for a camper, that I would never put there.

Incredible! That sounds amazing!

Interesting! I’m still learning about Arduino. If I understand what you said, you’ll use a later, as in 87-96, and wire Arduino into the wiring on the truck. Honestly I’m not worried about the gauge so much, just want the thirsty girl to get fuel! I’ve had a 74, 88, 92 and 94 Ford truck. The 92 and 94 are the only ones that the fuel gauges worked properly on. My 68 Chevy had an aftermarket saddle tank, so I’ve been watching mileage for tank capacity for a long time!

Nice! What is that behind the left rear wheel well?

Nice!

Use a bucket of warm, not hot, water to set the can in to help empty it. While you are servicing it.

I didn’t have an immediate thought. I agree with Scott, Jim and you. It got me thinking again as to what I’m going to do when the day comes that I can’t get parts for the fuel tanks. The rear sender for my truck is apparently unobtanium now. Inline fuel pump? Can I put a “manual” pump on this engine? Maybe a rock tied to a hose so it will stay on the bottom?! Glad your family has a safe place to come to. Enjoy!

That’s too bad, lost Curly Neal the other day. Long time Harlem Globetrotter great. Watched him in my hometown when I was a kid.

Good point on the 2wd.

https://klamath.craigslist.org/pts/d/klamath-falls-small-block-e4od/7100366727.html

That’s cool! Good job!

Welcome!

Neat stuff! My 1968 Chevy half ton had factory rear air shocks with a controller in the cab. Hooked to the intake manifold. Now I wonder how it worked. Vacuum for pressure?

Interesting! When I hit the link I got a message that said something like this page is trying to open a pop up, allow or deny.After allowing, it took awhile to load the pages after the first page.On my iPad. Edit: Gary, I’m seeing some “strange” things this morning, could be internet problems. So maybe take this with a grain of salt.Editx2: Tried it again and worked fine. Problem was my internet connection.

Nice picture of a box! Wonder what’s in it?