LARIAT 85 Posted December 26, 2020 Share Posted December 26, 2020 This video popped up on my YouTube feed today: What a BEAUTY! I do love the [early] 1985 "Lariat" models with the rare upper trim molding. They just don't get any better-looking than this one. The owner mistakenly claims that this was "...the last year for a carburetor," but that isn't entirely accurate. It is true that 1985 was the last year for a carbureted 5.0/302, but this truck has a 5.8L 4.V H.O. The last year this engine was carbureted was 1987. I really like the wheel selection. If I couldn't have found the stock Deluxe Argent Style Steel wheels for my Lucille when I restored her a few years ago, this style was going to be my second choice. Someone even drilled and tapped holes to accept the stock Ford "Lariat" center caps - very nice touch! This is the same exact truck that Gary archived a few years ago, albeit with a lift kit and new tires and wheels: http://www.garysgaragemahal.com/1985-f-150-survivor.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Machspeed Posted December 26, 2020 Share Posted December 26, 2020 Yes, time capsule indeed! That truck was a garage ornament. Original paint does not hold up like that. And, look at that bed. Never seen that type of OEM spare tire holder in the bed. Interesting is that it has no tach. I was under the assumption that all XLT's had tachs. And do love the wheels, especially with the adapted Ford caps. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gary Lewis Posted December 26, 2020 Share Posted December 26, 2020 That's even better in the video than in the stills. Beautiful! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rembrant Posted December 26, 2020 Share Posted December 26, 2020 Yes, time capsule indeed! That truck was a garage ornament. Original paint does not hold up like that. And, look at that bed. Never seen that type of OEM spare tire holder in the bed. Interesting is that it has no tach. I was under the assumption that all XLT's had tachs. And do love the wheels, especially with the adapted Ford caps. No tach and no sliding rear window. I think we discussed this truck previously. Sure is pretty though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LARIAT 85 Posted December 26, 2020 Author Share Posted December 26, 2020 No tach and no sliding rear window. I think we discussed this truck previously. Sure is pretty though. It is also a bit odd that the rear bumper has impact strips, but the front bumper does not. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rembrant Posted December 26, 2020 Share Posted December 26, 2020 It is also a bit odd that the rear bumper has impact strips, but the front bumper does not. This truck has had some restoration work done to it. Maybe not the exterior paint, but they did do some work underneath it and a little in the engine bay. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
swampedout Posted December 27, 2020 Share Posted December 27, 2020 This truck has had some restoration work done to it. Maybe not the exterior paint, but they did do some work underneath it and a little in the engine bay. Beautiful truck. Im thankful none of my trucks are near as nice. I get to admire from a distance, but Id be too nervous about getting a scratch on the paint. I know some of you guys really love your trucks, the amount of attention and detail you put into them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
salans7 Posted December 27, 2020 Share Posted December 27, 2020 Beautiful truck. Im thankful none of my trucks are near as nice. I get to admire from a distance, but Id be too nervous about getting a scratch on the paint. I know some of you guys really love your trucks, the amount of attention and detail you put into them. I can't say I'm a fan of the lift kit and oversized tires. I like it better when it was all original and untouched. I wonder where the original wheels went? Stacking blocks is a cardinal sin when lifting trucks and I bet that thing has some nasty axle wrap. My Ranger on just 2.5" blocks has awful axle wrap. This one has probably 6" worth of blocks in it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ArdWrknTrk Posted December 27, 2020 Share Posted December 27, 2020 That's a really pretty truck, Rick! Thanks for posting the video. I'm with Sam and Shaun, though. No A+ for effort when the lift is blocks. Even a hockey puck body lift with grade 'butter' cab bolts wouldnt cause driveline damage. It really is too clean for someone like me to drive. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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