 1949 Ford F-1 -
Continued
First Hand Account
by: Marty Perkins
The tailgate and roll pan were totally handmade from scratch. The
"FORD" script is an aftermarket patch panel. The stainless hidden latches are integrated into the top tube of the gate.
The hydraulic system for the bed uses industrial pneumatic cylinders since the pressures needed are so low (under 250 psi) and runs in series off the power steering system. The 12 volt electric valve is mounted under the passenger seat but all lines are outside the vehicle.
Both front and rear fenders as well as running boards and grille are fiberglass. The whole mess was primed with epoxy primer and painted with a stock Ford production color, '94 Mustang GT Laser Red. All parts were fully painted before finally assembling the truck.
 The 460 power plant runs stock compression through radically ported and polished heads and intake to produce wonderful results on pump gas. The matching Edelbrock carburetor and intake feed toward the custom welded shorty headers and stainless exhaust. The Weiand polished aluminum water pump and stainless braided heater hoses enhance the
Motorsport chrome covers. The GM style one wire alternator and remote sump power steering pump add simplicity. It all gets to the ground through a C6 transmission. The inner fender wells are polished 16 Ga. Aluminum. A false firewall of polished stainless cleans up the engine compartment further.
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