F Series Buyers Guide Staff June 13, 2024 F Series Builders Guide
Manual Transmission Conversion Kits
American Powertrain has complete 5 or 6-speed overdrive manual transmission conversion kits for all classic Ford F-100s.
They feature either the TREMEC TKX 5-speed or the Magnum 6-speed. Each kit comes as a complete turn key system with transmission, bell housing, clutch kit, flywheel, crossmember and driveshaft. Optional parts include a bolt in hydraulic clutch conversion.
American Powertrain
931-646-4836
americanpowertrain.com
DigaDial Radio
A revolutionary new product from Custom Autosound Mfg. Introducing the USA-850 DigaDial Radio from Custom Autosounds Mfg., featuring virtual analog screen technology. Choose from four unique displays, including classic analog settings and a digital display with station and song info. Customize your display color and auto settings, stream music via Bluetooth, and enjoy MP3/WMA/FLAC playback from USB. With a built-in 300-watt peak amplifier, adjustable EQ, and dual subwoofer, outputs, it offers stellar audio. Easy to install in over 450 classic vehicles, it combines modern tech with vintage charm.
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Custom Autosound
800-888-8637
www.customautosoundmfg.com
1973-’79 OE Replacement Bed Components
Auto Metal Direct recently released its OE replacement bed components for 1973-’79 Ford F-Series shortbed Styleside trucks, including 1973-’79 bed floors, 1963-’96 front bed panels, and shortbed inner bedsides. All these new parts have been developed on all-new tools, and they’re the same gauge and quality as your original panels.
Auto Metal Direct
877-575-3586
www.autometaldirect.com
F-Series 2wd to 4wd conversion kits
Upgrade your 2WD Ford truck (Ford F-100, F-150, F250, and F-350 from 1965 to 1979) to 4WD with new conversion kits from Kincer Chassis. The company offers three different kits, from simple frame conversion to the most complete kit, which includes a fully assembled front axle (pictured). Kincer also has has option where you can ship the truck to its shop, where the crew does a full conversion for you. Compleete 5.0 Coyote and 7.3 Godzilla packages are also available.
Kincer Chassis
865-297-3478
kincerchassis.com
1953-’56 F-100 Billet Hood Hinges
These new hood hinges from Eddie Motorsports are CNC-machined from high-quality 6061 T-6 billet aluminum. They provide an eye-catching alternative to your vehicle’s unsightly stock-stamped steel hinges and springs. These hinges are enhanced by the included nitrogen-filled gas struts and sealed bearings. Eddie Motorsports billet replacements give your hood stability and operation that is simply not possible with 40- or 50-year-old stock hinges. The gas struts are made of the highest quality stainless steel for years of uncompromised performance. The struts are available in varying strengths to accommodate all types of hoods—including steel, fiberglass, and carbon fiber.
Eddie Motorsports
888-813-1293
www.eddiemotorsports.com
1973-’79 Upgraded Instruments
Classic Dash offers contemporary digital and analog panels for Ford F-Series trucks. Manufactured at the company’s Nevada facility, they’re made from UV-resistant composite materials and are designed to install easily with everyday tools.
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Analog Features:
Classic Dash
866-882-3525
www.classicdash.com