Leeroy's 66 build.... long way to go!
Leeroy's 66 build.... long way to go!
To keep the ex-owner and a fellow forum member happy (ALAN MCLENNAN!!!) I'm starting this thread..... There isn't too much to report yet, but I'll post as it all happens.
Bought the 66 slick from Alan early January (Same day as my son was born, cant forget that date now!)
Aside from the engine, it's a pretty original 66,
Specs are a 351C, NP435 4 speed and a 9".
At my request, Alan kept the visor!
Had the bed bead blasted and most of the trouble spots. As expected a few rust spots in the bonnet lip and in the bed. Looks to have had a decent dent repair on the drivers side that will be repaired properly.
Roof and cab mounts are great. Couple of spots in the usual floor area against the kick panel and about 4" of the bed.
A kind forum member from Canada sent over some bed repair patches (Thanks Ken, castruck_1964!) and I have sourced some bonnet patches and also a radio repair section!
As usual, bonnet springs are stuffed.
I am in 2 minds as to go for the bronco bed repair patches, or try and repair the existing sheetmetal. I will wait for the panelbeaters advice before I do any more. If anyone has any experience using the bronco bed repair pieces, I'd be interested to hear!
Rear bumper in the box, amongst most of the custom cab chrome I have managed to source (Door trims and all )
Yes thats also a huge slab of douglas fir timber!
original rechromed bumper all for later once it's repainted. Will need some aligning. It isn't perfect but better than LMC's....
This 78 front end has now been installed, with new ibeam and radius rod bushings, new shocks, brake pads, brake lines, booster and master cylinder! bye bye single pot brakes!
Story for later, is the retrieval of this front end..... One bogged ute and 460 bronco to tow me out.....
Looking pretty sorry for itself, awaiting the painter to come and get it. More to follow......
Bought the 66 slick from Alan early January (Same day as my son was born, cant forget that date now!)
Aside from the engine, it's a pretty original 66,
Specs are a 351C, NP435 4 speed and a 9".
At my request, Alan kept the visor!
Had the bed bead blasted and most of the trouble spots. As expected a few rust spots in the bonnet lip and in the bed. Looks to have had a decent dent repair on the drivers side that will be repaired properly.
Roof and cab mounts are great. Couple of spots in the usual floor area against the kick panel and about 4" of the bed.
A kind forum member from Canada sent over some bed repair patches (Thanks Ken, castruck_1964!) and I have sourced some bonnet patches and also a radio repair section!
As usual, bonnet springs are stuffed.
I am in 2 minds as to go for the bronco bed repair patches, or try and repair the existing sheetmetal. I will wait for the panelbeaters advice before I do any more. If anyone has any experience using the bronco bed repair pieces, I'd be interested to hear!
Rear bumper in the box, amongst most of the custom cab chrome I have managed to source (Door trims and all )
Yes thats also a huge slab of douglas fir timber!
original rechromed bumper all for later once it's repainted. Will need some aligning. It isn't perfect but better than LMC's....
This 78 front end has now been installed, with new ibeam and radius rod bushings, new shocks, brake pads, brake lines, booster and master cylinder! bye bye single pot brakes!
Story for later, is the retrieval of this front end..... One bogged ute and 460 bronco to tow me out.....
Looking pretty sorry for itself, awaiting the painter to come and get it. More to follow......
Last edited by Leeroy on October 11, 2013, 11:23 pm, edited 2 times in total.
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Re: Leeroy's 66 build.... long way to go!
great start looks like you are going all out!
Turk build thread at:
http://slick60s.com/viewtopic.php?f=32&t=18944
It does not matter what you think, it only matters what you do about it!
http://slick60s.com/viewtopic.php?f=32&t=18944
It does not matter what you think, it only matters what you do about it!
Re: Leeroy's 66 build.... long way to go!
So on my way to collect the parts for the disk swap, I missed the turnoff to the f100 wrecker.I pulled over to the side to make a U turn, Then felt this strange sensation of the car slipping sideways....
..... and it just got worse until it was resting in the chassis rails.
Luckily I was about 2 mins from the wrecker, so he fired up his 460 bronco 'camper' that had had some tweaks in its life.....
I love broncos, but this thing took it to an all new level!! Pulled out in about 30 seconds!
..... and it just got worse until it was resting in the chassis rails.
Luckily I was about 2 mins from the wrecker, so he fired up his 460 bronco 'camper' that had had some tweaks in its life.....
I love broncos, but this thing took it to an all new level!! Pulled out in about 30 seconds!
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The Falcon ute number plate says it all mate! , nice start to your build too!, and it`s Mclennan!!!
Honey, If I say I`ll fix something I will, there`s no need to remind me every 6 months!!
66 f100 tabletop swb 351 Clevo C6 "Beryl"
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66 f100 tabletop swb 351 Clevo C6 "Beryl"
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Looking great Leith! , is that an XC in the back ground?...
Honey, If I say I`ll fix something I will, there`s no need to remind me every 6 months!!
66 f100 tabletop swb 351 Clevo C6 "Beryl"
Slick Stock 3 KCMO
Slick Stock 4 Altoona
Slick Stock 5 KCMO
Slick Stock 6 Altoona
Slick Stock 7 Salina KS
Slick Stock 8..............................
66 f100 tabletop swb 351 Clevo C6 "Beryl"
Slick Stock 3 KCMO
Slick Stock 4 Altoona
Slick Stock 5 KCMO
Slick Stock 6 Altoona
Slick Stock 7 Salina KS
Slick Stock 8..............................
Re: Leeroy's 66 build.... long way to go!
Close A Mc C....... But it gets done AFTER the slick, the blackboard in the shop said so!
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Re: Leeroy's 66 build.... long way to go!
looking good bro
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Great Progress, In The Photos It Looks Like Cardinal Red. Nice-Job!...............
Re: Leeroy's 66 build.... long way to go!
Looking good Leith.
What wheels are you putting her.
What wheels are you putting her.
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I want one of those windscreen visors. The truck is looking real good! So jealous.
The months may change, but I am always APRIL
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https://www.youtube.com/coastiereid
Truck has been home in CA,OR,WA,NJ,VA since it's birth in San Jose Jan63
Re: Leeroy's 66 build.... long way to go!
Daz, just got a set of chrome/painted genie wheels with a ford cap and some white walls.
Re: Leeroy's 66 build.... long way to go!
Great progress....makes me want to get out and finish my tailgate. Is the visor original or a fabrication? Only question is how do you hold the camera to get the steering wheel to show on the passenger side.......
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1965 F100 4x4 looking for a new home
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1965 F100 4x4 looking for a new home
Re: Leeroy's 66 build.... long way to go!
Alan kept the visor when he sold me the slick, but they're fabricated down this way so I'll get another one
They were available when new and were really popular down here, but that one had been put on at some stage in its life.
They were available when new and were really popular down here, but that one had been put on at some stage in its life.
Re: Leeroy's 66 build.... long way to go!
Looks great. I like your colour combo!
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Re: Leeroy's 66 build.... long way to go!
Geez Leith, the old girl wont know herself. I`ve got some door trim and panels if you interested
Honey, If I say I`ll fix something I will, there`s no need to remind me every 6 months!!
66 f100 tabletop swb 351 Clevo C6 "Beryl"
Slick Stock 3 KCMO
Slick Stock 4 Altoona
Slick Stock 5 KCMO
Slick Stock 6 Altoona
Slick Stock 7 Salina KS
Slick Stock 8..............................
66 f100 tabletop swb 351 Clevo C6 "Beryl"
Slick Stock 3 KCMO
Slick Stock 4 Altoona
Slick Stock 5 KCMO
Slick Stock 6 Altoona
Slick Stock 7 Salina KS
Slick Stock 8..............................