1938 Ford 1.5 Ton Truck on 2040-cars
Huntington, Vermont, United States
Vehicle Title:Clear
Engine:V8 85 HP flathead
Fuel Type:Gasoline
For Sale By:Private Seller
Interior Color: Green
Make: Ford
Number of Cylinders: 8
Model: Other Pickups
Trim: cab & chassis
Drive Type: Single
Mileage: 70,000
Warranty: Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty
Exterior Color: primer / olive drab
1938 Ford 1.5 ton chassis truck has period correct box but not the original body on the truck... has original 85HP flathead V8 engine that turns over and has good compression but ignition system needs work... A previous owner tried converting it to 12volt and installed a GM style alternator.. I have original 6 Volt generator and lights. also have the add on cab heater for it that was gasoline powered. The truck was a CCC (civilian conservation corps) truck and has NO absolutly no dents in the cab, fenders are in good shape right front has a couple no problem dings.. this truck is solid and frame is like new. Brakes still work and hold they are mechanical and rods and clevis pins are all in good shape... This truck is a good find. if you respond please be a serious interested person I have no time left for BS I rather need to sell this but I know the ideal price with all the good parts alone. I am moving in June and cant take this with me. Thanks
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