Ford Truck articles and information which include the F1 F2 F3 F100 F150 F250 F350 and Bronco models from 1948 thru the 1979 year models.
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Building Real Partnerships That Build Real Cars
This guide was created to help automotive educators build sustainable partnerships that provide students with meaningful, hands-on learning experiences through real restoration projects.
Honoring 250 Years of American Independence
Auto Metal Direct Holiday Closure – Celebrating America's 250th Birthday
What you see more than most any other part on your Dentside Interior - The GAUGE BEZEL!
The dashboard is the focal point of every classic Ford truck interior, and a worn or damaged gauge bezel can take away from an otherwise beautiful restoration. In this tech article, AMD Brand
AMD Meet N Eat 2026: Georgia’s Must-Attend Classic Car Show & Charity Event
Join Auto Metal Direct for the 4th Annual Meet N Eat on May 23rd, 2026 in Gainesville, GA, a must-attend classic car show and community event benefiting The Eddy Bear Foundation. Open to all
Building a Better Bed: Converting a Ford Dentside Longbed into a Shortbed with AMD
Transforming a longbed into a sleek shortbed is no small task, but with the right approach and high-quality AMD restoration parts, it’s more achievable than ever. In this feature from Classic
2nd Annual Full Throttle Fab & Chassis Car Show – Greer, SC
Hosted at Blue Ridge High School, this growing event brings together classic cars, vintage trucks, and passionate enthusiasts for a full day of community, horsepower, and purpose.
Kevin Tetz on Authenticity, Networking, and the Future of Skilled Trades
In this episode of Gearheads n’ Gasoline, hosts Barry Alt and Annette Bauer sit down with Kevin Tetz, owner of Paintucation and longtime educator in the automotive world. Kevin shares his jou
1956 Ford F-100 Restoration with AMD Panels: Step-by-Step Family Build with Kevin Tetz
We had a six-day deadline, so it was GO-TIME! What makes it a little easier is that we used all-new Auto Metal Direct restoration parts for this Family Heirloom
How to Build a Ford F100 Bed Assembly (1973–1979) with AMD Parts
Step-by-step guide to assembling a Ford F100 bed (1973–1979) with AMD parts. Watch the full video and shop replacement panels for your restoration.