So, I recently picked up a 1967 F250 to use as a shop truck, mostly for parts runs and picking up motorcycles. I work from home doing motorcycle customization, fabrication, and service so I'm somewhat mechanically inclined. The truck seems to be in great shape but of course has some flaws. I'd like to say it's all original but, it's not. At some point a 302 was placed in the truck and the rating plate on the driver side door says it should have the 6-Cyl 240 CID 1V. I failed to do my research on how to identify everything before going and then my lust for an old truck got the better of me.
But, I'm in no way upset about it. I'm glad I got it and look forward to wrenching on it and bringing into a new life. I've currently pulled it into my shop to begin de-greasing, identifying main components, and formulating a plan of attack so any tips on what I should do first would be much appreciated. I have purchased the shop manuals but realize that won't help me with the motor. So, any advice on what type of manual or spec information I can get there would be appreciated. She ran like a top when I pulled it in but there is years and years of grease and grime on the motor, rubbers rotting, and gaskets are dried out and leaking. I'm not sure if this is over zealous but my goal is to at a minimum get the cab and body off of it this winter and paint the frame. Then start knocking things out one by one. I wanted to do a true restore but knowing the engine is not correct and with no desire to get rid of it until I'm dead and gone I've also toyed with the idea of doing a retro mod. I do plan to drive it and not just on the weekends. But at this point in time it's all just spit balling ideas and trying to figure out which direction to go. Any ideas?
I look forward to learning from you all and sharing my progress through this adventure.
from Colorado! In regards to my engine, it looked about the same as yours when I started. I used a scraper and dawn dish soap, along with some other chemical degreasers to clean my engine. I took off parts like the fan, and pulleys etc. and cleaned and painted them one at a time. It takes some efforts to get it all cleaned up. It would be easier if the front clip was off, when you do the cab pull to do the frame. Nice looking truck by the way. Looks like you have a good starting point. Regards 
is restomod......it's not original anymore so have a little fun with it! Looks like a good clean bump so IMHO you didn't go wrong even though the engine's been changed..... 
