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Trader 03 – 1979 Extended Cab Shortbed F-250

Series: Trader • Status: Active (Flagship)

Field Value
Build ID trader-03
Year 1979
Make Ford
Model F-250 Extended Cab Shortbed
Drivetrain 4x4
Color Brown
Platform Dentside (1973-1979) body on Super Duty frame
Notes Frame swap conversion

Powertrain

Component Specification
Engine Ford 7.3L Godzilla (Gas V8)
Transmission Ford 10R140 10-Speed Auto
Transfer Case Super Duty (from donor)
Axles Super Duty front & rear (from donor)

Frame Swap

Component Specification
Donor Frame 2005-2007 F-350 Super Duty
Body Mount Kit Munts Motorsports 05-07 to 73-79 Kit
Bumper Kit Munts Motorsports Bumper Mount Kit

Overview

The flagship restoration-modernization project: 1979 Dentside body on 2005-2007 Super Duty frame with Godzilla 7.3L + 10R140 10-speed, full Infinitybox wiring, and custom dash electronics.

Project Goals

  • Godzilla 7.3L + 10R140 powertrain
  • 05-07 Super Duty frame swap (Munts Motorsports kit)
  • Full Infinitybox PDM rewire
  • Custom aluminum interior panels
  • Document complete wiring and parts index