1982 Ford C8000

[Chuck Most]

Stevens International reissue of the AMT kit. The thought was an older restoration, something a retired truck driver might have to take to shows and maybe do the occasional local hot shot job when he's bored.

It was updated to 1982 spec by removing the "Gear and Lightning Bolt" medallion, widening the fender lips, and moving the door lock cylinders. 

The Cummins 6BT, Allison 6 speed auto, and air to air intercooler are from Iceman Collections , and the sleeper came from Too Many Projects . Wheels and tires are Moebius and the rear air suspension uses modified GMC General doodads.

Paint is Colorshot Kale. It was supposed to be a matte finish but it came out a bit glossier that I would have preferred.

[Jim B]

Nice looking Ford.  Well done.

[slusher]

Very  Sharp, Chuck!

[Rbray47]

That looks really good. 

 

I've seen those sleepers somewhere and wondered, does the cab have to be cut? Does is slip over? 

[Chuck Most]

14 minutes ago, Rbray47 said:

That looks really good. 

 

I've seen those sleepers somewhere and wondered, does the cab have to be cut? Does is slip over? 

I cut the cab but I would imagine you could just slip it over.

[yh70]

great looking Ford.

 

[Gary Chastain]

Good looking build, well done

[leafsprings]

Great work on the fender extensions, something I wish I had the skills to do. The sleeper is a cool extra touch!

[ChrisR]

VERY NICE!

[gotnitro?]

Well done on restoring this old farm truck

[Dutzie]

Very nice!