1979 Ford F-150
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| Total: | 25 reviews |
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| Excellent | 20 reviews | |
| Very Good | 3 reviews | |
| Average | 2 reviews | |
| Poor | 0 reviews | |
| Terrible | 0 reviews |
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Ford's F-series trucks continued to dominate the American market in 1979. The 1979 Ford F-150 offered the same power, durability, and reliability as always, and sales were strong. Stock engine choices included the 114-horsepower, 4.9-liter 300 inline 6-cylinder; a 5.0-liter 302 (F-100 only); 5.8-liter 351M; 6.6-liter 400; and 7.5-liter 460 (the 460 was not available in any 4x4, shortbeds, or F-100s).
The F-150 also offered a choice of transmissions: a 3-speed and two 4-speed manuals, the "bulldog," which has a low first gear, and the SROD (single rail overdrive), which was basically a toploader with the gears switched around, giving a 3-speed plus overdrive. Automatics were mostly the heavy-duty C6 3-speed (non-overdrive).
Most 4x4s could be had with either a NP205 part-time transfer case or NP203 chain-driven full-time transfer case (on F-100 - F-250 automatics only). The NP205 was used for the 4-speed bulldog and automatics.
Especially popular as a hard-working farm and ranch pickup, the '79 Ford F-150 was available in a variety of trims (Custom, Sport, Ranger, Ranger XLT, and Ranger Lariat, as well as the lesser known Free Wheelin' and Indy 500 Pace Truck, plus special Explorer Packages that could be added to any trim and featured special paint and stripes) and cab, bed, and tonneau configurations. Styleside models shipped with a supercab extended crewcab, with flareside and fleetside choices.
The 1979 Ford F-150 can be a fun ride, as well as a tough one. It's rugged enough for off-road adventure, and tuners around the world have turned many a '79 Ford F-150 into an aftermarket work of art.
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| Excellent | 20 reviews | |
| Very Good | 3 reviews | |
| Average | 2 reviews | |
| Poor | 0 reviews | |
| Terrible | 0 reviews |
“1979 Ford F-150 Ranger. Top Of The Line F-150.”
The heart of this beast is a Ford marine 460. Thats right, its out of an old speed boat. The performance is amazing, with 0-60 at right about est. 4.5 secs. Braking is sufficient, handling is a little... More
“Tough Ford ”
It have 6 cylinder inline which is similar to cummins diesel. It have so much power and torque that I blew up rear axles 2 times. Yes it was fun to drive in woods. I get mpg depend weather 10-20 m... More
“Built Ford Tough”
love the huge v8, four wheel drive, and short wheel base. this truck has gotten me places i dont need to be. i wouldnt trade it for the world. its an absolute blast to own and to drive. buy one More
“Bad Ass”
i love the big ass engines they can have and they look bad ass with a lift. if ur redoin it it gets expensive but if not its cheep. and hell ya its fun to drive. i love that truck. More
“Overall A Winner,buy One Drive It And Have The Time Of Your Life”
I've been restoring this 1979 4X4 with a 300 six and 4 speed. On and off road performance is great! Very dependable. Good gas mileage. This truck is a blast to drive.The orange color and overall great... More
“This Truck Is A Beast.”
Build like a tank. I off road it five to ten times a year and it has yet to leave me stranded. From hill climbs to having it hood deep in mud it just keeps coming back for more. Its a great truck. More
“Tonyas Baby”
I love the way it goes in the snow and the power. Its Black and very high with huge tires I got it from my grand father when i turned 16 but im not aloud to drive it in PA. If you ever have the chance... More
“Veronica”
My truck is a 1979 Ford F-150 regular cab short box. its got a 460 engine with 400 horses, its really fast and gets 15 miles per gallon when driven nice. Her name is Veronica because black is beautifu... More
“Best Truck Iv Ever Owned!!!”
I own one of these trucks. It is a short bed stepside that is Lifted 4in in the suspension and 3in in the body. This truck has been the most reliable truck that I have ever owned. I have had some prob... More
“Beauty”
Bought brand new out the door $7000.00. Mine was red, 300 6 cylinder, 4 speed trans, 4 wheel drive with lock out hubs. The 300 6 had a lot of power and was very dependable. More
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