1965 ford Econoline5 window pick up
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Built on season 1 of Restoration Garage, this truck was named Grasshopper. It has also been featured in Truckin Magazine. It's equipped with a mid-engine 460, C6 automatic transmission, DANA 60 posi-traction, rear drive. It rides on 18x8" and 20x10" Boss wheels with Wilwood 4-wheel disc brakes. It also has wheelie bars and an 8-way air suspension system. The interior features Kicker audio and custom bench seat. The exterior has chromed grille, shaved suicide doors, custom air breather, custom frame, custom mix of Dupont paint and custom, air-brushed artist rendition of a grasshopper above grille.
at sema 2019
FEATURED ON THE TV SHOW RESTORATION GARAGE BUILT ON TV SEASON 1 ALSO FEATURED IN TRUCKER MAGAZINE. CALL FOR MORE INFO…..
Mechanics
§ 460 Ci-V8 (Mid Engine)
§ Quickfuel 750 CFM Carb
§ Custom Air Breather
§ C6 Automatic Transmission
§ Dana 60 Posi-Traction W/3.73.1 Gears
§ Wilwood Power 4-wheel Disc breaks
§ Chrome Valve Covers
§ Heated Wrapped Headers
§ Dual Exhaust
§ Thrush Mufflers
§ Leaf Spring Front Suspension
§ Wheelie Bars
§ 8-Way Air Suspension System
Body
§ Ladder Bar Rear Suspension
§ DuPont Paint
§ Chromed Grill
§ Shaved Suicide Doors
§ Door Popper Button
§ Custom Bed Cover
§ 18X8 and 20X10 Boss Wheels
§ 225/40/18 Front Tires
§ 275/40/20 Rear Tires
Interior
§ Custom Green & Black Interior
§ Custom Bench Seat
§ Column Gauges
§ Custom Painted Interior
§ Kicker Audio System
§ Battery Shut-Off Switch (hidden
§ This beautiful custom truck was featured on season 1 of Restoration Garage! This truck was named Grasshopper. It has also been featured in Truckin’ Magazine. A binder with photographs of the motor and general instructions from the previous owner are included in the sale.
§ Mechanics
Mid Engine 460ci V8
Quickfuel 750CFM Carb
Custom Air Breather
C6 Automatic Transmission
Dana 60 Posi-Traction Rear End with 3.73:1 Gears
Wilwood Power 4-Wheel Disc Brakes
Chrome Valve Covers
Heat Wrapped Headers
Dual Exhaust
Thrush Mufflers
Leaf Spring Front Suspension
Wheelie Bars
8-Way Air Suspension System
Ladder Bar Rear Suspension
§ Body
Dupont Paint with Custom Air-Brushed Grasshopper
Chromed Grille
Shaved Suicide Doors
Door Popper Button is Through the Grill on the Driver’s Side
Great Fit and Finish
Solid Straight Body Work
Custom Bed Cover
Louvered Tailgate for Radiator
Highly Detailed Undercarriage
Floors are in Great Shape
Custom Frame
18×8″ and 20×10″ Boss Wheels
225/40/18 Front, 275/40/20 Rear Tires
§ Interior
Beautiful Green and Black Interior
Custom Bench Seat
Column Shift
Custom Gauges
Beautifully Painted Interior
Kicker Audio
Battery Shut Off Switch Behind Driver’s Sea
§ Retro Manufacturing is please to announce that booth #23889 will be featuring a specialty vehicle 1965 Ford Econoline van conversion known as the "Grasshopper". This vehicle is a one-of-a-kind dragster that has been featured on Season 1 of Restoration Garage and covered by Truckin' Magazine. It features a mid-engine 460ci V8 and is air-bag suspension. The vehicle is fully customized include frame, body, paint and interior. This unique creation will be featuring a full RetroMod audio system from RetroSound on display.
§ About Retro Manufacturing, Henderson NV – Retro Manufacturing is the industry leader in audio and custom seatbelt solutions for the classic vehicle restoration market. Founded in 2007, Retro Manufacturing has cultivated a reputation for offering the highest quality radios and audio components and currently holds 4 U.S. Patents. Retro Manufacturing is also a producer of OEM replacement seatbelts for the classic vehicle restoration market.
§ Retro Manufacturing has been the recipient of 16 global media awards and most recently lauded as the best new product at the 2019 ARMO awards.
§ For more information, contact John Hricik at Retro Manufacturing, 7470 Commercial Way, Henderson, NV 89011.
§ Company Media Contact Information
§ Retro Manufacturing is based out of Henderson, Nevada and is the leading producer of radios and audio components for the classic vehicle market for more than a decade. Our patented radios are designed to fit and look like the original while offering the latest in technological features such as SiriusXM compatibility, Apple integration, and DAB+ accessibility. Our award-winning product line includes OEM licensing, radios, speakers, kick panels, amplifiers, antennas, sound dampening insulation, and other products to enhance your audio experience in your classic vehicle.
§ Retro Manufacturing is proud to be a part of the SEMA organization as it has been for over 10 years. For SEMA 2019, our booth (#24289) will be in the Central Hall in the Restoration Marketplace. This year we will be showcasing some new products like our New York radio, our award-winning consumer favorites, and the head-turning 1965 Ford Econoline known as the Grasshopper. Be sure to stop by our booth and see why Retro Manufacturing is the leader in the classic vehicle audio market.
§ Retro Manufacturing has been the recipient of 16 global media awards and most recently lauded as the best new product at the 2019 ARMO award