1948 FORD F3HD DUMP GRAIN TRUCK
Currently going through a very complete mechanical and physical preservation.
Super Rare 8 Foot Dump Grain Box
Special care has been taken to leave this old Ford in its previous 90's updated box and cab patina. Painted in "1948, International Harvester # 50 Gloss Red" with tan box. This F3HD was part of a collection of over 50 restored tractors in Colton, South Dakota for many years. All prior years it lived as a working farm truck around Hills, Minnesota.
This F3's new daily driver status is nearing completion. From top to bottom and inside out this truck is a true gem. No surface or component left untouched, Upgrades to include: All new DOT green glass and seals, over a hundred powder-coated parts for long lasting durability, new 12 volt wiring harness, new 90amp alternator (old generator style) and updated electrical components, 17.5" tubeless tire upgrade, complete rebuilt chassis with new leaf springs and hangers, rear shock upgrade, beautiful original style buckskin interior, upgraded modern dual wipers, rebuilt original hydraulics for dump bed, and much more. Too much to list!
Museum quality attention to detail, frame on preservation will be its Stage 1 level. Looking to get it into the hands of its next caretaker that will appreciate the true original quality preservation. A person who has the ability to use, care, and share it for generations to come.
Once complete, sorted and road worthy a Stage 2 hotrod version may be offered for the even deeper pocketed gals or guys. Upgrades to include a new stance, pump gas friendly fuel injected, roller cammed, 351W power plant, performance overdrive automatic transmission, retrofit AC & heat, upgraded brakes, new Moser rear axle, modern disc brake system, wider rims and radial tires. A true effortless 80 mph interstate cruiser, tire roaster, donut whipping hotrod. All this and still wearing its completed new museum quality stage 1 style. Lifted 4-wheel drive version?
This truck truly needs to be saved from the hands of a hotrodder. Namely myself!
More photos and information to come ...
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Last updated 1-3-25
Only 17' 5" from front bumper to rear of box
As purchased with new hubcaps
1917 Texaco service station. Restoration by Steve Wickre
Colton, SD
Partial tractor collection of the late Jerry Wickre
