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1968 Ford Ranchero “Yard Dog”
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“Yard Dog”1968 Ford Ranchero

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The story

Quick History:
I bought this car in 2007 with no long term plans in mind. It was the cheapest running car I could find. It was painted with primer, had frenched tail lights and the aluminum trimmed interior already. The 302 had seen better days so I picked up a rebuilt 351C+C4 off of Craigslist for 600 bucks. The swap turned in to a two year event because I transferred my job from Santa Ana, CA to Phoenix, AZ.

Currently underway:
I drive the Chero 60 miles a day as a commuter and am slowly working on straightening out a battered body. I am also looking to get the bench re-covered soon.

This project is definitely on the cheap so headway is slow.

One day:
I will replace my high beam buckets with cool air intake ducts
The doors and antenna will be shaved
The suspension will be bagged or ??
The Cleveland will breath
The car will be painted — 68Chero

Photos

1968 Ford Ranchero - This 1968 Ford Ranchero is parked outdoors next to a large tree.This 1968 Ford Ranchero is parked outdoors next to a large tree. AI caption 1968 Ford Ranchero - This photo shows the rear corner of a vehicle, focusing on the tail light and a dented body panel.This photo shows the rear corner of a vehicle, focusing on the tail light and a dented body panel. AI caption 1968 Ford Ranchero - 302 out!302 out! Owner 1968 Ford Ranchero - A garage scene with two disassembled engines and a red engine hoist, with a watermark at the bottom right.A garage scene with two disassembled engines and a red engine hoist, with a watermark at the bottom right. AI caption 1968 Ford Ranchero - 351C in!351C in! Owner 1968 Ford Ranchero - Engine assembly for a 1968 Ford Ranchero, displayed on a stand beside the vehicle's fender.Engine assembly for a 1968 Ford Ranchero, displayed on a stand beside the vehicle's fender. AI caption 1968 Ford Ranchero - This appears to be a used engine or transmission component, possibly a linkage or actuator, with a separate bolt.This appears to be a used engine or transmission component, possibly a linkage or actuator, with a separate bolt. AI caption 1968 Ford Ranchero - A tie rod end and a clamp are laid out on a blue cloth, with a cotter pin and hardware nearby.A tie rod end and a clamp are laid out on a blue cloth, with a cotter pin and hardware nearby. AI caption 1968 Ford Ranchero - Close-up view of vehicle suspension components and a tire.Close-up view of vehicle suspension components and a tire. AI caption 1968 Ford Ranchero - Various steering linkage components are displayed on a workbench alongside tools and yellow oil bottles.Various steering linkage components are displayed on a workbench alongside tools and yellow oil bottles. AI caption 1968 Ford Ranchero - Close-up of the steering linkage components on the underside of a vehicle.Close-up of the steering linkage components on the underside of a vehicle. AI caption 1968 Ford Ranchero - This is pretty much what I had to work with to make an electric fan shroud.This is pretty much what I had to work with to make an electric fan shroud. Owner 1968 Ford Ranchero - Only the best guys do my work!!Only the best guys do my work!! Owner 1968 Ford Ranchero - Welded upWelded up Owner 1968 Ford Ranchero - Flanges made and fastened to the radiator housing.Flanges made and fastened to the radiator housing. Owner 1968 Ford Ranchero - A radiator and fan assembly is shown, likely for a custom vehicle build or repair.A radiator and fan assembly is shown, likely for a custom vehicle build or repair. AI caption 1968 Ford Ranchero - This 1968 Ford Ranchero is shown in a primer gray finish, parked in a driveway.This 1968 Ford Ranchero is shown in a primer gray finish, parked in a driveway. AI caption 1968 Ford Ranchero - It took about 30 zip ties to make these plug wires uniform.It took about 30 zip ties to make these plug wires uniform. Owner 1968 Ford Ranchero - Here is the fan finished. It was rusting so I had to coat it with high heat paint. Hot Ford blue was all I had lying around. It's like the…Here is the fan finished. It was rusting so I had to coat it with high heat paint. Hot Ford blue was all I had lying around. It's like the… Owner 1968 Ford Ranchero - Another shot of the hot blue fan shroud.Another shot of the hot blue fan shroud. Owner 1968 Ford Ranchero - Flow Kooler has the only correct 351C thermostat at 192 deg.Flow Kooler has the only correct 351C thermostat at 192 deg. Owner 1968 Ford Ranchero - A close-up view of a vehicle thermostat part resting on a surface.A close-up view of a vehicle thermostat part resting on a surface. AI caption 1968 Ford Ranchero - Thermostat part with visible markings, likely for a vehicle cooling system.Thermostat part with visible markings, likely for a vehicle cooling system. AI caption 1968 Ford Ranchero - A single custom wheel is shown, a polished lip and a distinctive three-spoke design with a pointed center cap.A single custom wheel is shown, a polished lip and a distinctive three-spoke design with a pointed center cap. AI caption 1968 Ford Ranchero - Close-up of an engine block's thermostat housing mounting area, showing rust and corrosion.Close-up of an engine block's thermostat housing mounting area, showing rust and corrosion. AI caption 1968 Ford Ranchero - This carburetor is shown on a patterned cloth, with a phone and computer monitor in the background.This carburetor is shown on a patterned cloth, with a phone and computer monitor in the background. AI caption 1968 Ford Ranchero - Disassembled carburetor sits in a red bowl, ready for cleaning or reassembly.Disassembled carburetor sits in a red bowl, ready for cleaning or reassembly. AI caption 1968 Ford Ranchero - A can of carburetor cleaner and a brush sit on a wooden surface.A can of carburetor cleaner and a brush sit on a wooden surface. AI caption 1968 Ford Ranchero - A close-up view of a carburetor component with various screws and springs scattered around it.A close-up view of a carburetor component with various screws and springs scattered around it. AI caption 1968 Ford Ranchero - Various disassembled carburetor components are arranged on a textured mat, suggesting a repair or rebuild process.Various disassembled carburetor components are arranged on a textured mat, suggesting a repair or rebuild process. AI caption 1968 Ford Ranchero - Carburetor parts submerged in cleaning fluid inside a pink tub.Carburetor parts submerged in cleaning fluid inside a pink tub. AI caption 1968 Ford Ranchero - Close-up view of a carburetor, showing its mechanical components and some visible markings.Close-up view of a carburetor, showing its mechanical components and some visible markings. AI caption 1968 Ford Ranchero - A metal carburetor is shown from a top-down perspective on a textured background.A metal carburetor is shown from a top-down perspective on a textured background. AI caption 1968 Ford Ranchero - A collection of disassembled carburetor components are spread out on a carpeted surface.A collection of disassembled carburetor components are spread out on a carpeted surface. AI caption 1968 Ford Ranchero - Internal view of a carburetor, revealing its complex mechanical structure and dual intake ports.Internal view of a carburetor, revealing its complex mechanical structure and dual intake ports. AI caption 1968 Ford Ranchero - A close-up view of a Holley carburetor, a key component of many older vehicles.A close-up view of a Holley carburetor, a key component of many older vehicles. AI caption 1968 Ford Ranchero - A carburetor sits on a patterned cloth, with various items in the background including pens and a red toolbox.A carburetor sits on a patterned cloth, with various items in the background including pens and a red toolbox. AI caption 1968 Ford Ranchero - A close-up view of a carburetor, showing its intricate mechanical parts and internal workings.A close-up view of a carburetor, showing its intricate mechanical parts and internal workings. AI caption 1968 Ford Ranchero - Engine bay detail showing a Ford V8 with aftermarket air cleaner. The year is estimated from the air cleaner text.Engine bay detail showing a Ford V8 with aftermarket air cleaner. The year is estimated from the air cleaner text. AI caption 1968 Ford Ranchero - Close-up of a V8 engine, likely out of a vehicle, with various hoses and wiring visible.Close-up of a V8 engine, likely out of a vehicle, with various hoses and wiring visible. AI caption
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