2004+2013+2006=2009.5? Superduty Body Transformation

HobbyStock62 · May 4, 2014

So this started with me getting a new box because mine was starting to rust. So I found a 2013 take off with the box, tailgate, bumper, and lights already painted my same color for 1000 bucks.
I got the box on and was kinda fine with the differences in the wheel arches, but I took some chrome off of the wheel wells and noticed quite the rust hole in the front fender. So then I was contemplating a 2013 front end conversion, but really dont like the headlights or grill on the 2013 and didnt have enough time to get that done before racing season started.
So I decided to get crafty. I ordered up some OEM ford 2013 fenders and cut them up. Then I cut up my 2004 fenders to created a hybrid fender of awesomeness.
It got kind of difficult at the end of the fender because they are very different, so I had to in a way, make part of the end of the fender just using some sheet metal. It was also difficult because when I welded, it sucked the metal tight, and created for some issues that I had to grind as I went. This was my first body project that I have ever done, so I wasnt really sure what to expect, but I am very happy with how it turned out!

here you can see the fender differences

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first cut

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Spatel23 · May 4, 2014

Dang
That actually turned out pretty nice.

co04cobra · May 4, 2014

You did a pretty nice job putting the fenders together. Did you coat the back side of the fender?

Worst thing with welding like that is it creates a perfect place for rust to start again.

HobbyStock62 · May 4, 2014

thanks guys. yes, I made sure there was no little pin holes, then i por15ed it, and then lined the back of the whole fender. no way it will start to rust there, I made sure of that!

ncollins64 · May 4, 2014

That looks pretty sweet. Good job

mandkole · May 4, 2014

Very creative and nice work

dsberman94 · May 4, 2014

And now I know what I'm doing once I get a new bed in a couple years. That looks really good. Very nice job for a first time.

Powerstroked162 · May 4, 2014

Wow. that came out pretty cool man. Nice work!

HobbyStock62 · May 4, 2014

thanks guys! was definitely worth the stress and cost.

Derkperk · May 4, 2014

:thumbsup:

RSK · May 4, 2014

looks really good, if I may suggest any more additions, I would upgrade to 08 tow mirrors, 1a auto has them for a very reasonable price too. i think 360 for a set, they are aftermarket not oem, but for that price...its worth it.

12stroker · May 4, 2014

Dang that looks really well.

Jarrod B · May 4, 2014

Dude this looks legit. Awesome!

Now I'm thinking about it lol.

HobbyStock62 · May 4, 2014

Thanks guys. The 2008 mirrors are on the list, but first I have to do my fuel system. Kind of thinking about a 2013 front bumper as well, but will have to see if I would like that look or not.

RSK · May 4, 2014

HobbyStock62 said:
Thanks guys. The 2008 mirrors are on the list, but first I have to do my fuel system. Kind of thinking about a 2013 front bumper as well, but will have to see if I would like that look or not.

nice!!! I thought about doing a 2011 front end conversion on my 2010 f350 but i'm gonna wait until it needs a bed, then do convert all of it to the new body style.

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