1970 F250 4X4 Rebuild / Updating

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Re: 1970 F250 4X4 Rebuild / Updating

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OK, so the weather broke a little. We had rain :cuss: . So I started putting together the Steering Box Mounting Kit. Here is what I have done at the moment.
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Gone 1988, 1989 & 1991 Broncs
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Re: 1970 F250 4X4 Rebuild / Updating

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Looks like it's going to be a nice setup!
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Re: 1970 F250 4X4 Rebuild / Updating

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Coming along, still have another cut to make. But I did pull out the power washer last night to clean the frame area I will be welding on soon! I cleaned up my spare steering box to use for mock-up.
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Gone 1997, 1999 & 2003 F150 4x4s
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Re: 1970 F250 4X4 Rebuild / Updating

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So this past weekend I moved the frame so I could put up my portable garage. While cleaning the area I realized I need lay down so stone dust before I can move forward.
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Gone 1988, 1989 & 1991 Broncs
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Re: 1970 F250 4X4 Rebuild / Updating

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So I picked up my first load of stone dust Friday. 1100lbs in my 2016 F150, handled it easy, but I need so much more. I think I am going to have 3 Tons delivered and just pay the $75 delivery fee.
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Gone 1997, 1999 & 2003 F150 4x4s
Gone 1988, 1989 & 1991 Broncs
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Re: 1970 F250 4X4 Rebuild / Updating

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So been working on my parking pad. Picked up three loads of stone dust so far.
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I got the loads spread and the garage set up.
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Re: 1970 F250 4X4 Rebuild / Updating

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Now I can get back to installing the power steering box.
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Re: 1970 F250 4X4 Rebuild / Updating

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Forward progress!!
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Re: 1970 F250 4X4 Rebuild / Updating

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I got the steering box set up. The kit from Battle Born Brakes is very good.
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I have some grinding and welding to do but the box is bolted in and steering is hooked up! This is a huge step.
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Re: 1970 F250 4X4 Rebuild / Updating

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Re: 1970 F250 4X4 Rebuild / Updating

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Looking good!
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Re: 1970 F250 4X4 Rebuild / Updating

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I can honestly say I am fricking thrilled!
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Re: 1970 F250 4X4 Rebuild / Updating

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Looks very nice!
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Re: 1970 F250 4X4 Rebuild / Updating

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I am hoping to get some more work started tonight. I had to order longer mounting bolts so I have enough room for lock washers. Easy to do on McMaster-Carr. I want to start welding in the mounts and get the frame done in that area. Hopefully pictures to come!
Paul
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2016 F150 4x4 2.7 ECO
Gone 1997, 1999 & 2003 F150 4x4s
Gone 1988, 1989 & 1991 Broncs
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Re: 1970 F250 4X4 Rebuild / Updating

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Got more done today. Welded in the plates for the steering box.
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Came out pretty good.
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Gone 1997, 1999 & 2003 F150 4x4s
Gone 1988, 1989 & 1991 Broncs
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