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stellj · Post by **stellj** » April 12, 2007, 10:22 pm

I recently bought a 64 f-100 sb from a wrecker yard that was supposedly abandoned. The problem is I am not real familiar with these trucks and really had no one to ask until now. Under the hood is either a 302 or 289 and from the research i did on the net i believe from the early 70's and a c4 tranny. The wiring and everything is a real weak spot for me as with alot of other things and am wondering if an original 64 f-100 was ran on a 6 or 12 volt sytem. I have a lot of stuff i want to do to it and will get picks on here soon. Please help me out if you can. Thanks in advance!

jeff

shawns fords · Post by **shawns fords** » April 12, 2007, 11:33 pm

jeff mine was a 12 v system with with a generator for charging, it now has a all new wiring harness and a real fuse panel the original one was integrated into headlamp switch and didnt have enough ckts to run all my fun stuff

stellj · Post by **stellj** » April 12, 2007, 11:51 pm

Thanks alot, I have been reading these posts and trying to find a way to know exactly what engine I have. I am currently in TX doing some training and wont be back to SC until mid May. Once I get back I am going to try hard to figure out what motor it is for sure to order parts, etc. I pulled the starter when I first got the truck but still had no hard evidence that it was either a definite 302 or 289. If I post the numbers from the block will someone be able to help me?? Also anyone know where to get a new turn signal switch for 64 f100 4x2 swb?? Thanks again everyone and I just love this post, I think I am addicted already this being my first day on here.

66fordtrucknut · Post by **66fordtrucknut** » April 13, 2007, 4:35 am

Welcome to the club, Someone changed the engine because 302 or 289 weren't stock in those days, it would've been a 292 Y- block or 223 or 262 I-6's, and have fore and aft motor mounts and straight axle front end, in 65' they went to side mounts and twin I beam front suspension and motor choice would've been 352 V8 or a 240 I-6. You might want to post your vin # it would give you some info on your truck.
Charlie

bobenhotep · Post by **bobenhotep** » April 13, 2007, 5:27 am

there is a wiring diagram on oldcarmanual.com for 64 f100

DV65CustomCab · Post by **DV65CustomCab** » April 13, 2007, 6:17 am

Do the turn signals not 'cancel'? If so, you need the turn signal 'cam'. I think they are around $10-15. Hook yourself up with some of the Slick vendors and get some catalogs...they will really be helpful.
Carolina Classics
Flashback F100s
Dennis Carpenter
LMC Truck
To name a few.
All slicks were 12v.

YukonCor55 · Post by **YukonCor55** » April 13, 2007, 6:55 am

WELCOME!!
The electrical system is definitely a weak point in all older vehicles. Fords in particular due to the integrated light switch and fuse panel. I had an electrical fire in my old '65 F-100 years ago and I swore I'd never get another one. 15 years later and supposedly a little wiser, I got a '62! Don't let the electrical system scare you though, just respect it's limitations. If you really want to modernize the truck with a CD player, and lots of power goodies, you can buy a repalcement harness with a fuse panel as was suggested earlier. If you want to keep it stock you can get an OEM style harness. I opted for the OEM style replacement but added a 12 volt alternator in place of the old generator just to maintain the battery and ease starting (mine's not a daily driver.) I also fused a few circuits individually.
Charleston eh? I spent a few years down there as a Maintenance Pro Super and then as a Flight Engineer at the Air Force Base. Nice place to spend the winter but too steamy for me in the summer!
Good luck with your "new" slick!
AJ

Johnny Canuck · Post by **Johnny Canuck** » April 13, 2007, 9:33 am

Dont sweat over whether it a 289 or 302 too bad, they are both awesome engines. A 302 has a slightly longer stroke, other than that many of the components are identical, including the block , intake and heads. Just run it and enjoy! Oh, and welcome to the club!

shawns fords · Post by **shawns fords** » April 13, 2007, 9:40 am

jeff I bought an entirely new turn sig switch from local part store Car quest, it also the same switch from most other fords in 1964, it was about 60 bucks if I remember right but I have my original column with new bearings and tuurn signal switch looking brand new

stellj · Post by **stellj** » April 13, 2007, 10:21 am

THANKS ALL! I really appreciate all the responses and when I get back to Charleston I will get the vin and engine codes and look for some more info and ask more questions I am sure of it. I will also get those pics on here. Thanks again,

Jeff