salans7 Posted June 5, 2019 Author Share Posted June 5, 2019 Seriously though, I didn't know that the Brick map pockets fit that well. Do all of the holes line up? And, does the vent go into the main opening of the door, or is it blocked off by the door's inner skin? After tearing into the truck, I found that the doors have previously been replaced with Bullnose doors for whatever reason (That's probably why the truck is now Maroon rather than white). Because of that, I have no way of knowing whether these doors originally had map pockets, and whether the Bricknose pockets were even installed correctly. But the area behind the vent is just the regular sheet metal and I don't really plan to make the vents functional. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gary Lewis Posted June 6, 2019 Share Posted June 6, 2019 Seriously though, I didn't know that the Brick map pockets fit that well. Do all of the holes line up? And, does the vent go into the main opening of the door, or is it blocked off by the door's inner skin? After tearing into the truck, I found that the doors have previously been replaced with Bullnose doors for whatever reason (That's probably why the truck is now Maroon rather than white). Because of that, I have no way of knowing whether these doors originally had map pockets, and whether the Bricknose pockets were even installed correctly. But the area behind the vent is just the regular sheet metal and I don't really plan to make the vents functional. Ok, I guess that didn't prove anything. Thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
salans7 Posted June 6, 2019 Author Share Posted June 6, 2019 Ok, I guess that didn't prove anything. Thanks. When I installed the map pockets on my F150, none of the screw holes were pre-stamped in the door so I had to drill them. So in reality how they mount would only matter on a truck with already existing map pockets. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gary Lewis Posted June 7, 2019 Share Posted June 7, 2019 When I installed the map pockets on my F150, none of the screw holes were pre-stamped in the door so I had to drill them. So in reality how they mount would only matter on a truck with already existing map pockets. Makes sense. Thanks for the clarification. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
salans7 Posted June 7, 2019 Author Share Posted June 7, 2019 Makes sense. Thanks for the clarification. After removing the map pockets, I have found that there are dimpled spots in the doors where the factory map pockets would probably go. However, since I do not have a set of the 80-84 or 85-86 factory map pockets, I cannot verify whether the holes are in the same spots as the Bricknose map pockets. Another thing I discovered is that the map pocket panel still shows a texture underneath the carpet, so if one wanted to remove the carpet like I do, that is an option. However, there is a molding line that runs lengthwise through the map pocket panel, and that would have to be dealt with if you find that it bothers you. For what it's worth, the Bricknose map pockets also feel less brittle than the older style. They have a lot more flex to them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FuzzFace2 Posted June 7, 2019 Share Posted June 7, 2019 After removing the map pockets, I have found that there are dimpled spots in the doors where the factory map pockets would probably go. However, since I do not have a set of the 80-84 or 85-86 factory map pockets, I cannot verify whether the holes are in the same spots as the Bricknose map pockets. Another thing I discovered is that the map pocket panel still shows a texture underneath the carpet, so if one wanted to remove the carpet like I do, that is an option. However, there is a molding line that runs lengthwise through the map pocket panel, and that would have to be dealt with if you find that it bothers you. For what it's worth, the Bricknose map pockets also feel less brittle than the older style. They have a lot more flex to them. I don't remember any dimples for the pockets on my doors (81 F100) when sanding & painting them. Even the lower part I replaced on the left door. Dave ---- Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
salans7 Posted June 7, 2019 Author Share Posted June 7, 2019 I don't remember any dimples for the pockets on my doors (81 F100) when sanding & painting them. Even the lower part I replaced on the left door. Dave ---- The ones I saw were located where the top of the map pocket panel would sit. There were no dimples on the bottom side of the door. I assume that the map pockets were placed using the upper dimples and then the bottom was simply screwed down with the self tappers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
salans7 Posted July 29, 2019 Author Share Posted July 29, 2019 I don't remember any dimples for the pockets on my doors (81 F100) when sanding & painting them. Even the lower part I replaced on the left door. Dave ---- The ones I saw were located where the top of the map pocket panel would sit. There were no dimples on the bottom side of the door. I assume that the map pockets were placed using the upper dimples and then the bottom was simply screwed down with the self tappers. I'm on vacation this week, and I'm trying not to spend the whole time working on my F350, but at the same time, I really want to. This morning I swapped the passenger side door since this one matches the fenders and bed and is in the same condition as the old door. Also threw some Walmart tint on the window to keep temps down and man does that really set the mood of this truck. It's really the little things. I can't wait to have this thing on the road. Â Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gary Lewis Posted July 29, 2019 Share Posted July 29, 2019 I'm on vacation this week, and I'm trying not to spend the whole time working on my F350, but at the same time, I really want to. This morning I swapped the passenger side door since this one matches the fenders and bed and is in the same condition as the old door. Also threw some Walmart tint on the window to keep temps down and man does that really set the mood of this truck. It's really the little things. I can't wait to have this thing on the road. What do you hope/plan to get done this week, Shaun? When do you think you'll have it on the road? Any goals? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
salans7 Posted July 29, 2019 Author Share Posted July 29, 2019 What do you hope/plan to get done this week, Shaun? When do you think you'll have it on the road? Any goals? This week I plan to cross off as many little things as I can, that way there's less on my list when I start hitting the big things. The big things I need include: Front Suspension Engine Transmission Transfer Case Driveshafts Ignition System Fuel System Maintenance Brake System Front suspension is priority since I want the truck off of jackstands. I just need to pick up the RSK and springs so that it can sit on all four wheels. After that I'll source the drivetrain, and then it's just a matter of installing new parts and tying up loose ends. My ultimate goal is by next year, hopefully before Summer. That should give me enough time to get this thing at least close to running and driving. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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