Here we are folks, #2 is installed and this is #3 and the first one to ship.
Installation is much easier than before and the frame stiffness is unmatched. I have been test fitting parts and making small corrections so that you get a high quality part you won’t have to fight to install and will enjoy for years to come.
Hey Steve, Any thought about tubular A arms and coilover setup for this Dakota setup???
Yes I have! I need to get the base kits all fixtured up first. I actually have a few ideas to try that would increase strength, lightness and decrease cost!
I still want to do the full bolt in kit too.
Steve Is this the 53-56 ford and how long before i can get one
Just got in a few minutes ago with my new acquisition, I ended up with a 54. I will blow it apart and clean it up over the next few weeks to get down to the frame and it will take a week or so from there to get the kits ready. Sooner the better.
nice work on the new dakota IFS for ford f 100s
what do you have for the rear ? derbydad276
Nothing just yet. I will be building the frame for my newest acquisition over the next few months and want to do a rear linkage system. Probably an nonparallel unequal length four link with a Watts and sleeve air springs.
Going to have to wait and see though.
Are you going to build a IFS package for 1948-1952 Ford F-1’s ? I’ve got a 1949 and I bought a Volare sub for it (actually out of an 89 Chysler Fifth Ave) but I’d rather use one of your Dakota setups! Let me know! Thanks Rob
Rob, I will be offering a kit for those trucks in due time.
I picked up a 1960 F100 about 2 years ago and just pulled the motor for rebuild. I have looked for options on the front and rear end to lower it and update the suspension, steering and brakes and found your website. I know parts are limited for 57-60 but from what I see that you have so far looks good. Will your IFS fit my 1960? I would like to talk to you about any current or future parts you are working on that I could use in the build. Email me when you get a chance.
Thanks,
Brian
Brian,
Your truck is one of the year models we want to cover.
Previously I offered the Dakota kit and a brake kit that offset the power booster to clear larger V8 engines. I fully intend to bring similar but upgraded parts on line for your truck in the upcoming months.