Disassemble the front in preparation for a new suspension

After getting the truck home and into the garage we decided on a plan of action. Originally we were going to upgrade the Manual steering and non power brakes to power disc brakes and power steering from a 78 or 79 F150.

Wanting to lower the truck a bit and give it a more aggressive stance we decided that some drop I beams were in order but after pricing what a donor truck and some drop I beams would cost we decided on a more radical approach.

While reading the various Ford forums we came across a few trucks with a Crown Victoria front suspension, this set up is both independent and very economical including a power rack and pinion and disc brakes, most importantly the whole setup is practically bolt on.

The Crown Vic front assembly is a easy upgrade and it provides the power steering and brakes we wanted as well as lowering the front end about 4-5 inches. But first we needed to tear the old beast down and get her ready for her front end makeover so here are some pictures of the front end tear down.