1979 F150 for parts?

[jfm]

My slick is a 66 F100 with a 1977 300 I6 and 3 speed trans. I have a chance to buy a 1979 F150, 302, automatic for $600. I can either spend a little time, get it running right, and sell it or use it for parts. If the first didn't work out, I was wondering what from the 79 I could use on the 66? I'm thinking front disk brakes & rear end (current is 2.75). What else might I be able to use?

[BlueGhost]

Power steering if its got it. With power steering you would need a column for a 3 speed and power steering, or you can swap in the transmission and auto column. Sway bars if it happens to have them, but I think those are usually found on camper specials.

[ras4434]

Just finished the disc brake conversion last week from a 79 f150. All the parts interchanged and was straight forward. I already had the power boost from a 78 f100. IMHO I would take what I need and sell the rest. Wish I would have done that all at once instead of picking up pieces here and there. I bet you can take what you want and still make money.

[Mellvis]

Are the rear ends direct bolt-in swap? I wondered about the width from spring to spring and from backing plate to backing plate.

[Toyz]

4" wider overall with different spring mount positions. It'll fit, but really pushes the tires out.
Paul

[DV65CustomCab]

Can't he just change the center section?