Michael’s 1972 Ford: The Truck Dad Gave Him

Shared by @loll_michael. The timeline and plans reflect the owner’s original account.

Michael’s dad gave him this 1972 Ford. After 25 years of ownership, when he shared his story, the hours they spent working together were what he remembered most. He missed his dad, and the truck kept that connection close.

Michael's 1972 Ford Highboy — 390-Swapped Bumpside 4x4

The Ford’s history runs through Craig, Colorado, then Bagdad, Wilhoit and Glendale in Arizona. A 2001–2002 restoration and a 390 replacing the 300 six were part of its next chapter. Michael also fitted components from a 1978 Ford, including the front axle, transmission and transfer case. His plan was to enjoy the truck at shows, with another paint job somewhere ahead. He also shared his appreciation for the Bumpside Crew community.

Read the owner’s original account and build details

Truck year:

1972

Ownership when this account was shared:

25 years

How the truck came home

My dad gave the truck after he enjoyed it for a few years

The memories behind the truck

The hours spent with dad working on the truck were such great memories. Sure miss the old man

Build details, in the owner’s words

1978 Front High Pinion Dana 44 8 lug with disc brakes, 78-NP435, 78-NP205 non divorced transfer case, 72 390 in place of the 300-6, 72- 2wd power steering box and pump, Air conditioning

Plans at the time of the story

Repaint it one if these days. Drive it enjoy and go to more car shows

More from the owner

The truck was bought new in Craig, CO a small mining town and then spent the rest of time in Bagdad, Az. Wilhoit, Az and now Glendale. Enjoy driving it when I can. Looking forward to some up coming truck shows. The restoration project was started in 2001 and completed in 2002. Love the @BumpsideCrew