The ICON Reformer “Six Pack”

 

Just for today, Triplett’s Eye on Cars becomes....

Triplett's Eye on Trucks.

 

 

Beginning in 1964 Ford Motor Company offered a “Crew Cab” body style for their new fourth-generation F250 (3/4 ton load capacity) truck. The early 1961-1963 F-series Ford truck featured a uni-body (cab and bed integrated) design which was dropped for 1964. While a four-door “Crew Cab” pickup truck is a common site nowadays, in the nineteen sixties this design also known as a “Six Man Cab” was factory custom built starting with a regular cab.

 

 

from this.....

(photo courtesy ICON)

......to this

(author's photo)

 

 

Beginning with a well-used but fairly rust free example, ICON Reformers based in Los Angeles created this one-of-a-kind four-wheel drive 1965 Ford F250 that they call “Six Pack” that was parked outside the North Hall at the 2017 SEMA (Specialty Equipment Market Association) show. 

 

The stated purpose of ICON Reformers simple - Take timeless classic vehicles from any maker, from almost any era, then re-imagine them for modern use. Restore the vehicle inside and out to better than new condition, tailor the vehicle to the client’s personality and use but all of the updates are hidden under the restored original look. ICON Reformers advertises that they “design, engineer and build modern rides with vintage vibes”

 

Some of the highlights of the build which is powered by Banks Power modified 5.9 liter (360 cubic inch) straight six Cummins turbo diesel engine connected to a 48RE transmission and the truck rides on Fox racing suspension.

 

photo courtesy ICON

 

Author photo

Custom touches include the nickel plated aluminum trim with stainless inserts, and custom built rear bumper

 

Photo courtesy ICON

The luxurious interior features Moore & Giles leather seating with German wool square weave carpet.  Amp Research power steps deploy when the door is opened.