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'47 Ford Pickup Mods

Discussion in 'The Hokey Ass Message Board' started by knuckle44, Aug 19, 2017.

  1. knuckle44
    Joined: Aug 19, 2017
    Posts: 11

    knuckle44

    I have a 47 Ford pickup with a flathead V8. I would like to run a modern era rear end and wondered if anyone knows what rear end will bolt up with the least amount of modifications? Also, does anyone have a suggestion for a manual transmission? This truck will not be used as a racer nor has a heavy duty truck, just a cruise around vehicle. Ultimately, disk brakes up front, 12V, improved tranny & rear end but much of the rest of the truck nearly original. Thanks for your help.
     
  2. HOTRODPRIMER
    Joined: Jan 3, 2003
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    HOTRODPRIMER
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    66-77 Ford bronco rear axle,you will still be able to use your original rims. HRP
     
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  3. Early Ironman
    Joined: Feb 1, 2016
    Posts: 553

    Early Ironman
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    Come on, let's see your pickup![emoji3]
    This is after all, the land of show and tell!


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  4. '57-'72 Ford pickup rear will give you the right bolt pattern with a lot more options on gear ratios. If you want hanging pedals, a '52-'56 Ford car pedal assembly fits a '40-'47 Ford truck cab like it was custom made for it.
     

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