1979 F250 Ford Custom 351M engine 4X4 4 Wheel Drive 8' box ultimate Wood truck

Description for Ford F-250 1979

Up for bids is my personal wood truck. I quit burning wood and now have no use for a truck. This is a good solid built old Truck that is ready for some rough work.I have owned the truck for 24 years and it has never left me stranded and has been very dependable. It has been garage kept most of its life. I just put awesome new trXus interco 33"x 16.5x 12.50 tires on i, only1000 miles on them.The engine runsbetter nowthan when it was new. Ihad the enginetop end rebuilt 2 years ago. It had a new computer designed Comp cams camshaft and lifter, timing chain and new valve springs installed 1000 miles ago. Engine is 351M with Edelbrock 600cfm 4 barrel carburetor. Engine components were all basic OEM specs and this truck runs on normal 90 octane pump gas. 8-12 MPG is my normal. Quieter exhaust than most.Engine had a major overhaul 30,000 miles ago. Has had front brake pads replaced 5000 miles ago. Has hadnumerous parts replaced over the past 24 years too many to list.Full time Four wheel drive works fine in highor low range. I have some matching left over paint that I will throw in with the truck, If you want it. Can be test drove or inspected by appointment. Selling As Is.Call me with any questions 563-544-4498
The BadThe fuel gauge and temp gauge do not work. One loose or wobbly ujoint on the steering( but has been loose since I owned it). No back up lights and engine will start in gear. Some of the fuses have been replaced with coins.very slight oilseepage on crankshaftsealsTypical on old Fordtrucks.The truck was this way when I got it and I used it this way for 24 years. Some rust and dents, but not bad for a 37 year old truck. See pics