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F100 Parts Buyer’s Guide – Updated!

By WENDY WILSON

April 07, 2022

All American Billet

Taillight Bezels

Add style to your truck with All American Billet Taillight Bezels. They are designed for trucks that did not have taillight bezels from the factory. They’re machined from 6061-T6 aluminum and are available in polished, black anodized and machined finishes. Solid in pairs, bolts included (lenses NOT included).

All American Billet 844-245-5381 www.allamericanbillet.com

Aldan American

Coilover Swap Kit

Aldan American now offers coilover conversion kits for F-100 truck builders using 2003-2011 Crown Victoria independent front suspensions. Made in the USA, Aldan’s coilover kits include everything you need to fully convert your front factory-style Crown Vic suspension to fully adjustable coilover shocks and springs. Aldan spring rates are available for F-100s using small block, big block and other engine sizes.

Aldan coilover conversion kits include ride height adjustable coilovers that allow up to 2.0 inches of lowering capability on front IFS swaps. They’re designed to improve ride quality, stance and geometry. Improve your classic Ford truck’s stance and handling performance today with Aldan’s new coilover conversion kits for F-100s using Crown Vic IFS. Shown: Part #300183, Bolt-On & Go! with Aldan coilover conversion kits.

Aldan American 310-834-7478 www.aldanamerican.com

All American Billet

1967-’72 Ford Hood Hinges

All American Billet Hood Hinges for 1967-’72 Ford trucks are a great way to make your engine compartment pop! Machined from 6061-T6 aluminum and engineered to operate smoothly, All American’s hinges are manufactured to last and come with larger bearings, stainless-steel gas struts and stainless-steel hardware. Available finishes include brilliant polished, black anodized and classic machined. Hinges are sold in pairs.

All American Billet 844-245-5381 www.allamericanbillet.com

Auto Metal Direct

Bedsides for Dentsides

Auto Metal Direct is known for its premium muscle car and classic truck restoration parts. From gas tanks and sending units to glass replacements and body panels, the company’s latest release is aimed at the Dentside Ford Truck! AMD now offers Bedsides for your ’73-’79 Ford truck. These new premium versions will save you hours of time in fit and finish over anything else available. They come complete with inner wheel tub and floor, just like the original.

While designing these bedsides, AMD focused on being able to offer the best quality possible. After extensive testing with restorations shops, all the body techs agreed these are far superior to anything else available. The money you spend up front winds up saving you much more in long run with less labor. Known for top quality OE style sheetmetal and restoration products, AMD continues to support Ford truck enthusiasts and restoration professionals by helping you save time and labor with premium quality reproduction parts.

Stamped from high quality OE-gauge steel on the company’s exclusive new tools, each bedside features correct as original shape, size, bends, curves, body lines and even the inner wheel housing and partial floor. Like all AMD parts, these items arrive EDP-coated to help protect against rust and corrosion prior to installation. These OE quality components from AMD are the perfect touch to your restoration.

Auto Metal Direct 877-575-3586 www.autometaldirect.com

Dakota Digital

RTX Series

Dakota Digital recently released the RTX Series of instrumentation fitting the 1953-’55, 1956, 1967-’72 and 1973-’79 Ford trucks. Every effort has been put forth to incorporate OEM design elements regarding the layout, face styling and indicators. A casual glance may dismiss these as original, but once you hit the switch and the LED backlighting comes on in your favorite color scheme, all doubts will be removed.

When you open the vehicle’s door, the vintage-looking rolling odometer appears stock. Turn on the ignition, and the TFT message center can be fully configured to display just about any piece of information needed, from the complementary home screen layout to the user-configurable data group screens.

The CNC-machined housing is filled with electronics designed and built in-house. Bluetooth integration, GPS technology and RGB backlighting with a full color TFT screen provide the technology that you want. The RTX Series offers the timeless look of yesterday, with the features and functionality of today!

Dakota Digital 800-852-3228 www.dakotadigital.com

Fat Fender Garage

OBS Coyote Swap Kit

As manufacturers of many aftermarket products for the restomod truck community, the Fat Fender Garage crew challenged themselves to create something that the market was craving, that absolutely nobody else had made, and that would make their lives easier while doing their own builds. After FFG’s YouTube channel and social media blew up when they posted a video showing them install a Ford Coyote 5.0 engine in a 1996 Ford F150, they figured out what they needed to create: this Coyote Swap Motor Mount Kit!

Created in raw steel, the kit allows you to seamlessly perform a 2011-2018 Coyote engine swap in a 1992-’96 OBS Ford F150 or Bronco using the factory suspension and power steering box. The engine is designed to sit in the factory location, providing space for the power steering box. Some additional cutting and welding are required, but they managed to keep the labor relatively minimal.

Are you ready to join the Coyote-swapping fun? Visit Fat Fender’s website to order your kit.

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Fat Fender Garage 480-621-6072 www.fatfendergarage.com

JEGS

Liquid-Filled Thermometer

The JEGS liquid-filled engine thermometers offer a screw-in style gauge that provides precise readings wherever they’re located. The gauges are available with a 2.37 x 1.4-inch diameter face and cover a temperature range of 0-250 degrees F. Being liquid-filled, these units are protected from engine vibration and eliminate needle bounce.

The JEGS 41424 engine thermometer provides a quick temperature reference when working in the engine bay. Rather than relying on your coolant temperature, this gauge lets you get precise readings based on where it’s located. Some potential locations include cylinder heads, intake manifolds and transmissions.

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Jegs www.jegs.com

Air Lift Performance

Builders Series

Take your hot rod, lowered truck or exotic vehicle build to the next level with the new Builders Series from Air Lift Performance. This new universal shock series is designed specifically for the advanced builder, with the ability to be adapted for the most creative and complex builds on the street.

The Builders Series features 36 different application options, for maximum customization options. Each builder can choose between a sleeve-style air spring, a compact bellows-style air spring and a standard bellows-style air spring. Each air spring option is paired with a 30-level adjustable, monotube, threaded-body shock, each available at three different lengths—short, medium and long. The builder can then choose between the upper mounting options of eye or stud end options and the lower mounting options of a Trunnion or eye end options.

As a leader in air suspension products for more than 70 years, Air Lift Company and its Performance division shows their commitment to delivering quality parts that last by torture-testing all the major kit components. With a one-year, unlimited-mileage warranty, you can purchase these kits with peace of mind.

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Air Lift Performance www.airliftperformance.com

Air Lift Performance

FLO-BTS Tanks

Working on a project with a trunk? Take your trunk build to the next level with a billet tank from FLO Airride Mfg., now available through Air Lift Performance. The FLO-BTS modular billet tanks were created for the air suspension enthusiast and are designed for a clean and impressive air management setup.

The FLO-BTS tanks are designed for customization and creativity, machined from high-quality 6061-T6 billet aluminum and available in three lengths: 18, 24, and 28 inches. The tanks feature an unlimited number of mounting options and configurations for a truly modular installation.

Available with raw-finished threaded end caps for an air-tight seal and featuring 1/8-, ¼- and

3/8-inch NPT port options arranged in a symmetrical design, hardlines installation and trunk setups can be designed with artistry and are suited for most setups. Rated up to 200 PSI working pressure and equipped with a 225 PSI pressure release valve, FLO-BTS tanks can handle a variety of builds and situations.

To ensure the highest quality, longevity and customer satisfaction, the FLO-BTS tanks have been endurance and burst tested to ensure longevity. With a one-year warranty—not to mention Air Lift Performance’s best-in-class customer service and technical support, should you run into any snags in the installation process—you can purchase this kit with peace of mind.

Air Lift Performance www.airliftperformance.com

JEGS

Power Steering Pump

Available for GM Saginaw or Type II applications, JEGS Power Steering Pumps provide reliability and great finishes. Saginaw pumps include a filler cap, and the Type II pump accepts a press-on pulley. Pulleys not included.

The JEGS 60713 GM Type II power steering pump and reservoir assembly lets you restore your vehicle’s steering quality while dressing up the engine bay. Serving a twofold purpose, the fabricated aluminum reservoir eliminates the crack concerns found with plastic tanks while at the same time adding a custom look. The pump is designed with a standard flow rate to give a like-new feel. Don’t let a worn pump assembly ruin your driving experience.

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Jegs www.jegs.com

QA1

Coilover Conversion, Front and Rear

With these all-new, engineered-from-scratch systems, racers no longer have to rely on salvage yards or internet auctions to modernize an F-100. QA1 is releasing front and rear coilover conversion systems for 1967-1972 Ford F-100s.

With a front system that’s narrower than a Crown Vic, fitment of larger wheels and tires is no longer an issue, so racers can bolt in the handling and performance they’ve always wanted—and use those larger wheels and tires they’ve been eyeing. The system also saves 120 pounds of weight on the front end and provides 4-7 inches of drop.

In the rear, QA1 engineered a unique torque arm design that maximizes performance without the inherent binding issues of other systems, all while achieving 4-7 inches of drop. This bolt-in system also offers unprecedented adjustability: the Panhard bar, torque arm, trailing arms, bracket mounts and shocks are all adjustable, and they are truly independent of each other, so you don’t have to worry about one adjustment affecting another.

Everything you need is included in each system, all the way down to the hardware. The front system includes upper and lower control arms, upper and lower crossmembers, adjustable coil-over shocks and springs, plus rack and pinion steering and spindles. The rear includes a panhard bar and brace, adjustable coil-over shocks and springs, a torque arm with axle mount and crossmember, and adjustable trailing arms.

Both systems use QA1 shocks, with the choice between our single adjustable, double adjustable or new MOD Series shocks with interchangeable modular valve packs. All QA1 shocks are 100% dyno tested and serialized.

QA1 800-721-7761 www.qa1.net

K1 Technology

Godzilla Rod

With Ford’s highly touted 7.3L “Godzilla” engine now available in crate motor form, many Blue Oval enthusiasts are employing it in a variety of applications. For those seeking to amp up the engine’s power for competition, K1 Technologies has developed a robust H-Beam connecting rod to handle the increased stresses.

K1’s engineering team designed a proven H-Beam forging for the 4340 chrome moly material that offers increased strength and durability through better-aligned grain flow. The forging is precision machined and shot-peened to reduce potential stress risers and improve service life. The rod length is 6.319 inches center-to-center.

Added durability is assured by using premium ARP2000 rod bolts, which are nominally rated at 220,000 psi tensile strength and facilitate the higher clamping loads necessary for total reliability in competition applications.

K1 Technologies 440-497-3100 www.k1technologies.com

Lokar Performance Products

LS Classics

Lokar added to its LS Classic Series line by offering classic Ford appearing crate engines, intake kits and accessories for Chevrolet’s line of LS engines. LS Classic Series products are designed to give your LS engine the look of the classic Chevy and Ford engines of the ’50s, ’60s and ’70s while utilizing modern LS3 components such as injectors and drive by wire throttle bodies. This new classic Ford line includes period correct small block Ford style valve covers, air cleaner and a simulated distributor with LS coil wire “pass through.”

Engineered and manufactured in the USA, all LS Classic Series components are available separately or installed on one of their classic crate engines, which are built with a brand new, 495-horsepower LS3. The engines include a two-year warranty.

Lokar 877-469-7440 www.lsclassic.com

Rock Auto

Dashboard Cover

Does your 1960s or newer Ford truck have a cracked dash? There is a remarkable solution. RockAuto.com carries vacuum molded, durable ABS plastic dashboard covers that fit precisely over the old dash. A DIYer can make their dash look like new again literally in minutes. RockAuto.com has dashboard covers molded in OE colors or pick a fun new color.

RockAuto www.rockauto.com

RockAuto

Motor Mount

Motor mounts need to be replaced when they start to crumble with age or split apart after oil exposure. Fresh motor mounts may be all it takes to eliminate expensive-sounding clunks and rattles under the hood. RockAuto.com has new motor mounts for F-100s (plus older and newer trucks) made from longer lasting, modern rubber compounds. Motor mounts that have brackets feature the latest high strength steel and corrosion protection.

RockAuto www.rockauto.com

Lokar Performance Products

Retro Plug Wires

Lokar recently expanded its LS Classic line with new retro-styled LS plug wires. These high-quality plug wires feature 7 mm Kevlar spiral core suppression wire, high-temp EPDM jacketing and silicone boots. The wires are 9 feet long with 40 ohms of resistance per foot, giving you the versatility and performance to mount your coils remotely.

The kit comes complete with pre-installed 90-degree coil boots, straight unterminated plug boots, 90-degree distributor boots and terminals. Manufactured in the USA, and giving a nod to the ’50s, ’60s and ’70s, they feature black silicon jacketing with white printed graphics for a classic muscle car appearance.

Lokar 877-469-7440 www.lsclassic.com

TCI Engineering

Grounded Chassis

TCI Engineering introduces the 1948-1956 Ford F-100 Grounded Chassis. The rear frame rails have been kicked up and the front crossmember has been raised to put the running boards 1 inch off the ground with 26-inch (front) and 28-inch (rear) tall tires. The frame features main rails with an extended height from 6 inches to 8 inches for increased rigidity. Clearance between upper and lower x-members is maximized while still retaining the original frame profile. The center section is custom built for each chassis to match the customer specified engine and transmission. Frame rails are fixture welded with all mounting hardware installed before being fully enclosed. All edges are ground smooth to give a clean appearance.

The four-link bars were moved up the side of the frame to keep proper geometry at the new super low ride height. TCI placed the link bars and lower shock attachments outside the frame rails to maximize roll resistance. The tapered rear airbags provide maximum lift and travel while also being capable of higher loads and a comfortable ride.

TCI paid special attention with the modified front crossmember to ensure proper geometry for comfort and performance. The company used a double convoluted bag in the front to provide maximum lift and travel. An external shock and bump stop provide safety and comfort. The complete chassis includes with hand fabricated ¼-inch stainless air lines along with 3/16-inch brake lines and hoses. Optional Ridetech Ride Control X systems and tanks are also available.

Total Cost Involved Engineering 800-984-6259 www.totalcostinvolved.com

TCI Engineering

Pro-Touring IFS

TCI Engineering recently release its Pickup Pro-Touring IFS made to fit 1948-1964 Ford F-100 pickup stock chassis. The company took what it learned from more than a decade of autocross and road racing and integrated that technology into a new 1953-1956 Ford F100 Pro-Touring IFS.

TCI uses its custom designed spindles with bolt on steering arms to allow its designers to maximize all performance aspects of suspension geometry, including camber gain, bump steer, Ackerman angle, scrub radius, kingpin inclination, instant center and more. This Pro-Touring IFS utilizes OEM brakes, ball joints, and rack-and-pinion so replacement parts are readily available. Ridetech Million Mile Warranty coilovers are standard equipment. This Pickup Pro-Touring IFS will provide the ultimate in handling, weight savings, strength and ground clearance, along with a broad range of alignment adjustments.

Total Cost Involved Engineering 800-984-6259 www.totalcostinvolved.com

Vintage Air

Big Block Brackets

Vintage Air unveiled six new bracket kits for big-block Ford 351M-400 and 429-460 engines. These kits include compressor brackets and OEM, Saginaw and T.C. (Type II) power steering add-on brackets for 351M-400 and 429-460 big-block Ford engines. Additionally, an Alternator Low Mount Bracket Kit for 429-460 big-block Ford engines is available.

The Ford 351M-400 and 429-460 Compressor Bracket Kits are simple and economical solutions to get Ford-powered classics air-conditioned without having to source hard-to-find OEM brackets.

There are three different power steering pump add-on kits available for big-block Ford 351M, 400, 429 and 460 engines—OEM, Saginaw and T.C. (Type II). Each add-on kit requires Vintage Air compressor bracket kit 137000 or 137020 for mounting.

The OEM Power Steering Add-on Kit supports Ford pumps from 1965–’96 and requires pulley D0OR-B or D0AR-A.

The Saginaw Power Steering Add-on Kit requires a Dorman 300-122 single-groove pulley due to the larger shaft size or equivalent pulley. A Ford pulley could also be bored out to 0.746-inch to fit the shaft.

The Ford T.C. (Type II) Power Steering Add-on Kit works with Vintage Air part number 851001 integral reservoir or 851002 remote reservoir pumps. For Ford T.C. (Type II) Power Steering Add-on Kits, the power steering pulley is designed for a pump with a 0.6647-inch O.D. shaft. Some modification or re-plumbing of the pressure and return lines may be required to retrofit to some engines. Hardline 852000 is recommended for the pressure side.

The Ford Low Mount Alternator Bracket Kit is only available for 429-460 engines.

All Ford bracket kits come with all necessary hardware included. It’s recommended to measure all pulleys to get the proper length V-belt for your application due to the wide range of accessory options and pulley diameters available.

Vintage Air 800-862-6658 www.vintageair.com

Vintage Air

Big Block Pullies

Vintage Air introduced three new pulley kits for big-block Ford 351M-400 and 429-460 cubic-inch engines. The 3-Groove Crankshaft Pulley Kits are available for 351M-400 and 429-460 cubic inch big-block Ford engines. The 2-Groove Water Pump Pulley Kit is available for 351M-400 cubic-inch big-block Ford engines.

The 3-Groove Crankshaft Pulleys and 2-Groove Water Pump are CNC-machined from solid 6061 aluminum for precision and balance. The pulleys are black hard coated for a long-lasting and stunning finish. All three pulley kits match OEM offsets and diameters with all mounting hardware included.

The 2-Groove Water Pump Pulley and the 3-Groove Crankshaft Pulley Kit for Ford 429-460 engines fit 1968-’97 370, 429, and 460 cubic-inch engines. The offset design fits 1970–’72 429s including CJ, SC and PI and 1973-’79 F-Series 460, excluding Lincoln applications. The Ford 429-460 2-Groove Water Pump Pulley Kit is based on OEM part D0OR-B and comes with two standard grooves for accessories with an additional 0.250-inch groove for T/E(SMOG) applications. The Ford 429-460 3-Groove Crankshaft Pulley Kit is based on OEM part D0OE-6312-D and comes with three grooves for accessories. Both the 2-Groove and 3-Groove Ford 429-460 pulley kits work with 1970-and-newer water pumps.

The Ford 351M-400 3-Groove Crankshaft Pulley Kit is based on OEM part D0AE-6312-C3 and fits 1969–’82 351C, 351M and 400 engines. The offset design fits 1977-’79 Ford F-Series trucks and Broncos.

Vintage Air 800-862-6658 www.vintageair.com

Vintage Air

Surefit System

Vintage Air introduces its all-new Gen IV SureFit air conditioning system for 1973–1979 Ford F-100 pickup trucks and 1978–1979 Broncos. This system is available as both a complete kit as well as an evaporator kit, and it installs with minimal modifications to the original firewall.

The Gen IV air conditioning system is Vintage Air’s most powerful and intelligent climate control system. It employs an exclusive, fully electronic microprocessor control system that eliminates cables or vacuum connections. The separate, high-capacity, parallel-flow copper heating coils and aluminum plate-and-fin cooling coils provide outstanding performance and infinite “just right” temperature air blends, blower fan speed adjustments, and high-volume dehumidified defrost.

The kit also includes a new bolt-in, three-lever, fully electronic LED backlit control panel that replaces the factory control panel. The factory A/C kit uses the original in-dash louvers, and new OEM style in-dash louvers are included with non-factory A/C systems.

The Gen IV SureFit air conditioning system Complete Kit is available for 8-cylinder factory A/C and non-factory A/C vehicles. For those customers who do not require the under-hood components, Evaporator Kits are available for factory A/C and non-factory A/C vehicles. All kits are also available for 6-cylinder models.

Vintage Air 800-862-6658 www.vintageair.com