The fourth generation of Ford's F-series pickup trucks were produced from the 1960 through the 1966 model years. The 1965 models, like the faded Light Turquoise F100 in the photo above, saw an entirely new frame slid under the existing body design, featuring a "Twin I-Beam" swing-axle front suspension in place of the previous solid axle. This basic chassis would remain in use through the '79 model year.
For '65, the F100 could be had with two flavors of inline six: a 150hp (SAE Gross) 240 cubic inch inline six, or a longer stroke 300cid version of the same motor rated at 170 horsepower. The V-8 badge on the hood indicates this one has the 208hp 352-cube "FE"-series big block V-8, which was the most powerful engine that had been offered in an F-series truck up to that time.
This one was photographed using a Canon EOS-1D Mark III and an EF 24-105mm f/4L IS zoom lens in April of 2024.
It's interesting (to me, anyway) that the 352 was the only V-8 option in '65. I guess Ford figured that someone who wanted an 8 was going to be doing some Serious Truck Stuff and wouldn't care much for a 289. Plus the torque monster 300 was more than capable for lighter duty.
ReplyDelete289s were also in very short supply, which is why '64 1/2 Mustangs got 260s. Some Mexican market '65s got the 289, likely for tax reasons.
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