1969 Ranger - Project Glory Days!

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Hey guys! Thought I'd show you all my spare tire carrier I finished last night, it's pretty sweet. The winch, tube, and crank are from a '06 F150. I removed the factory "strap" from the original cross-members, and made a new frame to hold the winch in place. I was able to point the tube toward an existing hole in the frame, just aft of the RR tire for the crank handle to slide into. I liked the idea of the crank handle coming out of the wheel well, as opposed to the bumper like the newer trucks do.

I've had this idea for awhile, but wanted to wait until I got the bed on to be sure of clearances. And yes, I'm going to buy a new spare, this one just filled the test role for now. :D

Anyway, thought you guys may like to see it. :thup:

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Sweet Jesus, that's beautiful! Nice work on the tire carrier!
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Haha! Tyler, you have no idea what you do for me. Practically every update you post is something I'm planning for my truck and you map it out, test it and show me how to do it. I just want you to know I appreciate all you do for me. Great work! :thup:
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sargentrs wrote:Haha! Tyler, you have no idea what you do for me. Practically every update you post is something I'm planning for my truck and you map it out, test it and show me how to do it. I just want you to know I appreciate all you do for me. Great work! :thup:
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I pulled the spare tire carrier out of a Dodge Durango and plan on installing it in my truck as well. Have not gotten around to it yet, but love seeing what you did with yours! :thup:
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I'm focused on my cab and interior right now so I haven't even looked for one. She's sat so long I'm going to have to repaint the tail of my frame so figure I'd just wait on the spare tire and receiver hitch until I can do it all and repaint. All in good time. :D
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Heirloom wrote:Sweet Jesus, that's beautiful! Nice work on the tire carrier!
Thanks Josh!
sargentrs wrote:Haha! Tyler, you have no idea what you do for me. Practically every update you post is something I'm planning for my truck and you map it out, test it and show me how to do it. I just want you to know I appreciate all you do for me. Great work! :thup:
My pleasure buddy! I'm happy to help as you and so many here have helped me throughout this project. Thank you! :D
Calfdemon wrote:I pulled the spare tire carrier out of a Dodge Durango and plan on installing it in my truck as well. Have not gotten around to it yet, but love seeing what you did with yours! :thup:
Thank you Sir! I was just familiar with the newer Ford design and the improvements they've made to it, but I'm sure others will work, and interested to see yours! I just didn't like the idea of not carrying a spare, and wasn't a fan of the original design. :thup:

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Top notch work, bud!
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Lookin' good !!!! Slow down, you're getting ahead of me.
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Lookin good. She looks just like your old pics of her.

She looks better without the side moldings I think. :thup:
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cole71 wrote:Top notch work, bud!
Thanks, Cole!!
Coupe5oh wrote:Lookin' good !!!! Slow down, you're getting ahead of me.
Yeah right! I believe you have a seat, lights and have actually DRIVEN yours! That's miles ahead of me! :lol:
Craigerf100 wrote:Lookin good. She looks just like your old pics of her.
Thanks, man! That's the idea of the project, to bring her back to her Glory Days, but a little nicer. (and the "a little" quickly became "a lot" :oops: ) I really like many of the modern trends with these trucks, short beds, larger wheels with a slightly lowered stance, modern drivetrain, etc. But that just wasn't the plan with this one. I guess that means I'll have to build another one someday! :D
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Looking sooooo good! dang I wish I could get back to work on mine. love that blue keep it up! :thup:
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tylerb43 wrote: Thanks, man! That's the idea of the project, to bring her back to her Glory Days, but a little nicer. (and the "a little" quickly became "a lot" :oops: ) I really like many of the modern trends with these trucks, short beds, larger wheels with a slightly lowered stance, modern drivetrain, etc. But that just wasn't the plan with this one. I guess that means I'll have to build another one someday! :D
Lol oh yeah poor guy, you gotta build another classic :roll:
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Just curious why you changed the original design of the ac bracket? was it not sturdy enough? Also, i'm installing an electric fan as well, does the shroud of the fan being up against the radiator fins concern you as a longevity issue or does yours have a small gap between the shroud and the fins?

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68SPECIAL wrote:Just curious why you changed the original design of the ac bracket? was it not sturdy enough? Also, i'm installing an electric fan as well, does the shroud of the fan being up against the radiator fins concern you as a longevity issue or does yours have a small gap between the shroud and the fins?

Your build is first class man.
Thank you sir! I appreciate the comment. I only changed the design because I saw a way to improve, and I easily could. I think the original would've been fine. The updated version will definitely resist the torque of the compressor body better, but honestly I can't say if it was actually an issue. It's just does what my brain does when I take too long to finish something..redesign, redesign...I'm my own worst enemy. :o And to answer your shroud question - not at all. An air gap means there's that much cfm that will not be pulled through the radiator, since that path will be the least restricted. I've seen guys attach foam or slit a small diameter hose and run along the edge of the shroud to ensure a good seal there even. The shroud just has light pressure against the radiator tubes, and the install is secure with no vibration since the fan is mounted to the radiator. Now, you guys know I'm no expert, so tell me if I'm out of line, it's just what made sense to me. :thup:
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I am about to mount the ds fender for about the 10th (and hopefully last) time, and I don't think I've shown you guys my horn. It's a dual unit from a newer F150, and I mounted it here so it could be heard but not seen. Now, for a gravel road-running work truck, this may not be the greatest idea, but for my truck and it's intended use, it's perfect. :thup:

You got one of these on the shelf, Randy?! :lol:

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