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Ford F-100 Parts Suppliers: The Complete Directory

Every major Ford F-100 parts supplier, from Dennis Carpenter and LMC Truck to bed wood, chassis, and swap kit specialists.

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Why a Supplier Directory Matters

Finding the right part for an F-100 is half the battle. Finding it from the right supplier — at a fair price, with accurate fitment, and reasonable shipping — is the other half. The F-100 aftermarket is deep, but it is also scattered. One vendor might have the best reproduction cab corners while another has the only correct bed strip for your year. Knowing who sells what, and what they are actually good at, saves you from ordering the wrong part from the wrong place and burning a week on returns.

This directory covers every major supplier category: full-catalog vendors who stock thousands of parts, specialists who focus on one area like bed wood or chassis, and swap kit manufacturers who make modern drivetrain conversions possible. Use it as a reference whenever you start a new phase of your build.

Full-Catalog Vendors

These suppliers carry broad inventories spanning most or all F-100 generations. They are the first places to check when you need common restoration and replacement parts.

Dennis Carpenter Ford Restoration Parts

Dennis Carpenter is widely considered the gold standard for Ford truck reproduction parts. The family-owned company has been manufacturing parts since the 1970s, and in 1998 Ford granted them access to original factory tooling, meaning many Dennis Carpenter parts are produced from the same dies Ford used on the assembly line. Their catalog covers 1932—1996 Ford trucks with an emphasis on hard-to-find trim, weatherstripping, rubber seals, emblems, and interior components.

  • Generations covered: All (1948—1983 F-100 and beyond)
  • Strengths: Reproduction quality, original Ford tooling, deep inventory of rubber and trim parts
  • Website: dennis-carpenter.com

LMC Truck

LMC Truck is one of the largest aftermarket classic truck parts suppliers in the country. They publish a free printed catalog (updated regularly, with new editions released annually) and maintain a comprehensive website organized by year range. LMC covers body panels, bed components, interior parts, weatherstripping, electrical, and mechanical parts at competitive prices. Their catalog makes it easy to find parts by year and category.

  • Generations covered: All (1948—1979 F-100, plus later F-Series)
  • Strengths: Competitive pricing, free catalog, broad selection, easy year-based navigation
  • Website: lmctruck.com

CJ Pony Parts

CJ Pony Parts built its reputation on Mustang parts but has steadily expanded its Ford truck catalog. They now carry a solid selection of F-100 parts including body panels, bed components, interior trim, suspension, engine parts, and restomod upgrades. Their website is well-organized with F-100-specific sections covering exterior, interior, engine, suspension, fuel system, and electrical categories.

  • Generations covered: Generations 2—7 (1953—1983)
  • Strengths: Clean website, restomod-friendly catalog, good selection of bed and body parts
  • Website: cjponyparts.com

National Parts Depot (NPD)

NPD ships from four strategically located warehouses across the United States, which means most orders arrive in one to three business days. Their Ford truck catalog covers 1948—1996 models with a strong selection of body, interior, weatherstripping, and mechanical parts. NPD also carries Dennis Carpenter branded parts, so you can often find both brands in one order.

  • Generations covered: All (1948—1983 F-100 and beyond)
  • Strengths: Fast shipping from multiple warehouses, carries Dennis Carpenter line, 24/7 phone ordering
  • Website: npdlink.com

Classic Industries

Classic Industries publishes one of the most comprehensive Ford truck parts catalogs in the industry, covering 1932—2014 models. Their F-100 selection includes body panels, interior components, trim, emblems, weatherstripping, bed parts, electrical, and mechanical components. The catalog is organized by year range with dedicated sections for 1953—1956, 1957—1960, 1961—1966, and 1967—1972 trucks.

  • Generations covered: All (1948—1983 F-100 and beyond)
  • Strengths: Massive catalog, well-organized by year range, strong body and trim selection
  • Website: classicindustries.com

Full-Catalog Vendor Comparison

VendorGenerationsBest ForShipping Notes
Dennis CarpenterAllRubber, trim, weatherstrip, hard-to-find reproduction partsFlat rate shipping
LMC TruckAllBroad selection at competitive pricesFree catalog, standard shipping
CJ Pony Parts2—7Restomod parts, bed and body panelsFree shipping on many items over minimum
NPDAllFast delivery, Dennis Carpenter parts1—3 day delivery from 4 warehouses
Classic IndustriesAllDeep catalog, body panels, trim, emblemsStandard shipping

Early Truck Specialists (1948—1960)

If you own a first-, second-, or third-generation F-100 (or an F-1), these vendors specialize in the parts that full-catalog suppliers sometimes lack for the earliest trucks.

Bob Drake Reproductions

Bob Drake has been manufacturing early Ford parts since 1971 out of Grants Pass, Oregon. The company produces over 7,000 parts for 1932—1966 Ford cars and trucks, with a deep catalog for F-1 and F-100 models. Many Bob Drake parts are Ford Authorized reproductions. They are especially strong on exterior trim, emblems, handles, hinges, and small hardware that other vendors do not reproduce.

  • Generations covered: 1—4 (1948—1966)
  • Website: bobdrake.com

Early Ford Store

Early Ford Store in San Dimas, California specializes in 1928—1959 Ford parts. For F-100 owners, they carry used original, new old stock (NOS), and reproduction parts for 1948—1952 F-1 and 1953—1960 F-100 trucks. Their inventory includes brake components, steering parts, door hardware, suspension pieces, and electrical items. They also have unlisted used parts available by phone.

  • Generations covered: 1—3 (1948—1960)
  • Website: earlyfordstore.com

Sacramento Vintage Ford (SVF)

Sacramento Vintage Ford carries parts and accessories for Ford pickups from 1926 through 1979. Based in Rancho Cordova, California, SVF stocks bumper-to-bumper parts including chassis, suspension, brakes, engine, transmission, electrical, weatherstripping, and door hardware. They publish a dedicated F-1 and F-100 truck parts catalog and maintain an eBay store with additional inventory.

  • Generations covered: 1—6 (1948—1979)
  • Website: vintageford.com

Carolina Classics F100

Carolina Classics has been manufacturing reproduction parts for F-100 through F-600 Ford trucks for over four decades. Many of their parts are made exclusively by them and are not available anywhere else. Based in Durham, North Carolina, they cover 1948—1979 trucks with a strong emphasis on exterior parts, fuel system components, and suspension pieces.

  • Generations covered: 1—6 (1948—1979)
  • Website: carolina-classics.com

Bed and Bed Wood Specialists

The truck bed is one of the most commonly replaced areas on any F-100. These suppliers focus specifically on bed floors, bed strips, cross-sills, and related hardware. For a deeper dive on materials and installation, see the bed floor replacement guide.

Mar-K Manufacturing

Mar-K (based in Oklahoma City) is one of the original and most respected bed parts manufacturers for classic trucks. They produce bed wood kits, bed strips, cross-sills, body moldings, and hardware in-house, all American made. Their bed wood kits are available in oak and pine with options for hidden or standard mounting holes and aluminum or steel bed strips. All fasteners are stainless steel.

  • Generations covered: All (1948—1987 F-Series)
  • Strengths: In-house manufacturing, hidden fastener systems, stainless hardware
  • Lead time: 2—3 weeks from manufacturer
  • Website: mar-k.com

Bed Wood and Parts (BedWood)

Bed Wood and Parts specializes exclusively in truck bed wood kits. They offer oak, ash, pine, and other wood species pre-cut for virtually every classic truck year. Their website is organized by year and bed length, making it easy to find the exact kit for your truck. They also carry bed strips in stainless steel, aluminum, and polished finishes, plus complete hardware kits.

  • Generations covered: All (1948—1983 F-100)
  • Strengths: Wide wood species selection, pre-cut kits with correct edge profiles and pre-drilled holes
  • Website: bedwood.com

Chassis and Suspension Specialists

Modern suspension transforms how an F-100 drives. These manufacturers produce everything from bolt-in IFS kits to complete rolling chassis. For generation-specific upgrade paths, see the suspension upgrade guide.

TCI Engineering (Total Cost Involved)

TCI Engineering manufactures complete chassis, independent front suspension kits, and rear suspension kits for F-100 trucks. Their product line ranges from basic IFS crossmembers to complete pro-touring chassis with coilovers, rack-and-pinion steering, and disc brakes. TCI builds everything in the USA and backs their products with a lifetime warranty on in-house manufactured components and a six-year, 60,000-mile warranty on wear items like bushings and coilovers.

  • Generations covered: 1—5 (1948—1972)
  • Products: IFS kits, 4-link rear suspension, complete chassis, pro-touring chassis
  • Lead time: 5 days for suspension kits, 8 weeks for complete chassis
  • Website: totalcostinvolved.com

Heidts

Heidts has been manufacturing suspension components since 1985. Their Superide II independent front suspension kits for F-100s use a Mustang II spindle configuration with tubular control arms, Wilwood four-piston disc brakes, power rack-and-pinion steering, and adjustable coilover or coil spring setups. The bolt-on crossmember design simplifies installation and drops the front end four to six inches from stock height.

  • Generations covered: 2—6 (1953—1979)
  • Products: IFS kits, Mustang II conversions, rear suspension kits
  • Website: heidts.com

Fatman Fabrications

Fatman Fabrications builds IFS front suspension systems and front frame stubs for classic trucks. Their crossmembers use 5/16-inch wall material (the heaviest in the industry) and their kits feature correct geometry with anti-dive, Ackerman, proper camber curve, and no bump steer. Fatman uses many OEM-spec parts to keep long-term maintenance easy and costs down.

  • Generations covered: 1—6 (1948—1979)
  • Products: IFS kits, front frame stubs, complete front clip assemblies
  • Website: fatmanfab.com

Kincer Chassis

Kincer Chassis, based in Tennessee, specializes in 2WD to 4WD conversion kits for 1965—1979 Ford F-Series trucks. Their kits range from basic frame conversion components to complete packages that get your truck rolling in full four-wheel drive. They also offer powertrain swap products for modern engine installations.

  • Generations covered: 4—6 (1965—1979)
  • Products: 2WD to 4WD conversion kits, powertrain swap components
  • Website: kincerchassis.com

Engine Swap and Drivetrain Specialists

Dropping a modern engine into a classic F-100 has never been more straightforward thanks to these kit manufacturers. For engine compatibility details by generation, see the engine guide.

TD Motion

TD Motion produces bolt-in swap kits for installing Ford Coyote (5.0L DOHC) and Godzilla (7.3L) engines into F-100 trucks. Their kits include engine mounts, headers, cooling system components, fuel line kits, and transmission crossmembers. Kits are available for 1955—1979 trucks in both 2WD and 4WD configurations, with options for 6R80 six-speed and 10R80 ten-speed automatic transmissions.

  • Generations covered: 2—6 (1955—1979)
  • Products: Coyote swap kits, Godzilla swap kits, engine and transmission packages
  • Website: tdmotion.com

Fat Fender Garage

Fat Fender Garage manufactures Coyote swap engine mount kits and complete chassis packages for classic Ford trucks. Their engine mount kits are designed for 2011—2021 Coyote engines and include transmission crossmembers compatible with 6R80 and 10R80 automatic transmissions. For builders who want a turnkey solution, Fat Fender also builds fully loaded chassis packages ranging from bare frames to rolling chassis with drivetrain installed.

  • Generations covered: 2—7 (1953—1983)
  • Products: Coyote swap mount kits, complete chassis packages ($30,000—$75,000+)
  • Website: fatfender.com

General Parts and Performance Retailers

These large retailers carry parts for F-100s alongside thousands of other vehicles. They are useful for mechanical components, hardware, performance parts, and hard-to-find items.

RockAuto

RockAuto is an online auto parts retailer with an enormous catalog of mechanical and maintenance parts for F-100 trucks. Their strength is in engine, brake, steering, suspension, and drivetrain components at low prices. RockAuto does not specialize in classic trucks, but their catalog includes listings for F-100 model years from the late 1950s through 1983, and prices are often the lowest available for commodity parts like brake pads, water pumps, and ignition components.

  • Best for: Mechanical and maintenance parts at the lowest prices
  • Website: rockauto.com

Summit Racing

Summit Racing carries a massive selection of performance and restoration parts for F-100 trucks. Their inventory includes engine components, exhaust systems, suspension kits, steering upgrades, interior parts, and accessories from hundreds of manufacturers including TCI Engineering, Mar-K, Borgeson, and Bob Drake. Summit also offers curated build packages and frequently runs sales on F-100 parts.

  • Best for: Performance parts, suspension components, one-stop shopping across many brands
  • Website: summitracing.com

Electrical and Wiring Specialists

Rewiring an F-100 is one of the most impactful upgrades you can make. For a detailed walkthrough, see the wiring harness guide.

The two leading wiring harness manufacturers for F-100 trucks are Painless Performance (painlessperformance.com) and American Autowire (americanautowire.com). Both offer complete chassis wiring harness kits designed for specific F-100 year ranges. These kits replace the entire factory harness with modern color-coded wiring, blade-style fuse panels, and provisions for modern accessories.

Ron Francis Wiring (ronfrancis.com) is another solid option, particularly for custom builds where a universal harness with more flexibility is preferred over a vehicle-specific kit.

Steering and Drivetrain Specialists

For steering column swaps and power steering conversions, see the steering column guide.

Key suppliers in this category include:

  • Borgeson (borgeson.com) — Power steering conversion kits, steering boxes, and steering shafts. The most popular single brand for F-100 steering upgrades.
  • ididit (ididit.com) — Direct-fit aftermarket tilt steering columns for 1953—1979 F-100s.
  • Flaming River (flamingriver.com) — Tilt columns, steering shafts, U-joints, and rag joints.
  • Currie Enterprises (currieenterprises.com) — Aftermarket rear axle assemblies, including Ford 9-inch housings and complete axle packages.

Tips for Ordering F-100 Parts

Decades of ordering parts for these trucks have taught the community a few consistent lessons:

Measure before you order. Year ranges on supplier websites are guidelines, not guarantees. Ford made running production changes (sometimes mid-year) that affect fitment. Measure your existing part, compare it to the listed dimensions, and call the vendor if anything is ambiguous. This is especially important for body panels, weatherstripping, and bed components.

Keep all packaging for at least 30 days. Most suppliers have reasonable return policies, but returning a part without its original packaging can trigger a restocking fee or outright refusal. Do not throw anything away until you have test-fit and confirmed the part is correct.

Join email lists and request catalogs. Dennis Carpenter, LMC Truck, Classic Industries, and NPD all run periodic sales (often 10—20% off) timed to holidays and truck show season. Signing up for email notifications is the easiest way to save money on parts you were going to buy anyway.

Order related parts together. If you are replacing a bed floor, order the cross-sills, bed strips, mounting hardware, and bed bolts at the same time. Discovering that your new bed wood does not sit right because the cross-sills are rusted means another round of ordering, shipping, and waiting.

Check multiple vendors. The same part can vary significantly in price between suppliers. A weatherstrip kit that costs $85 at one vendor might be $55 at another. Shipping costs also vary. NPD’s multi-warehouse network often means lower shipping to your area than a single-warehouse vendor. For realistic price expectations across every major system, see the restoration cost guide.

Buy from specialists when it matters. For common mechanical parts like brake shoes or water pumps, RockAuto or Summit Racing will have the lowest price. For body-specific parts like cab corners, fenders, or reproduction emblems, the specialist vendors (Dennis Carpenter, Bob Drake, Carolina Classics) typically offer better fitment and quality.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is the best place to buy Ford F-100 parts?

It depends on what you need. For reproduction trim, rubber, and weatherstripping, Dennis Carpenter is the top choice thanks to their access to original Ford tooling. For broad selection at competitive prices, LMC Truck and Classic Industries are strong. For fast shipping, National Parts Depot delivers from four warehouses in one to three days. For early trucks (1948—1960), Bob Drake, Early Ford Store, and Sacramento Vintage Ford carry parts the larger vendors may not stock.

Who makes the best reproduction parts for F-100 trucks?

Dennis Carpenter is widely regarded as producing the highest-quality reproduction parts for Ford trucks, particularly for rubber seals, weatherstripping, and trim. They manufacture many parts using original Ford factory dies. For bed wood and bed components, Mar-K Manufacturing and Bed Wood and Parts are the industry leaders. For chassis and suspension, TCI Engineering and Heidts are the most trusted names.

What is the best engine swap kit for a Ford F-100?

TD Motion and Fat Fender Garage both manufacture bolt-in Coyote (5.0L DOHC) swap kits for F-100 trucks. TD Motion covers a wider year range (1955—1979) and also offers Godzilla (7.3L) swap kits. Fat Fender Garage covers 1953—1983 trucks and also builds complete chassis packages with the drivetrain installed. Both include engine mounts, transmission crossmembers, and headers. See the engine guide for compatibility details by generation.

How do I find parts for a 1948—1952 Ford F-1 truck?

The 1948—1952 F-1 (first generation) is well-served by early truck specialists. Bob Drake Reproductions manufactures over 7,000 parts for 1932—1966 Ford trucks with deep F-1 coverage. Early Ford Store in San Dimas, California specializes in 1928—1959 Ford parts and carries NOS, used, and reproduction components. Sacramento Vintage Ford covers 1926—1979 pickups and publishes a dedicated F-1 catalog. Dennis Carpenter and LMC Truck also stock first-generation parts.

What suspension upgrade should I buy for my F-100?

The right suspension upgrade depends on your generation and goals. TCI Engineering, Heidts, and Fatman Fabrications all manufacture independent front suspension (IFS) kits that replace the factory front axle with modern components including disc brakes and rack-and-pinion steering. For a complete transformation, TCI and Fat Fender Garage offer full rolling chassis. For a simpler improvement, Kincer Chassis offers 2WD to 4WD conversion kits for 1965—1979 trucks. See the suspension upgrade guide for generation-specific recommendations.

Are there any F-100 parts suppliers that specialize in bed wood?

Yes. Mar-K Manufacturing and Bed Wood and Parts both specialize in truck bed components. Mar-K manufactures bed wood kits, bed strips, cross-sills, and hardware in-house in Oklahoma City, using stainless steel fasteners and offering hidden-fastener aluminum strip systems. Bed Wood and Parts offers pre-cut kits in oak, ash, pine, and other species organized by year and bed length. Both are widely regarded as the best in the industry. See the bed floor replacement guide for material comparisons and installation details.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is the best place to buy Ford F-100 parts?

It depends on what you need. For reproduction trim, rubber, and weatherstripping, Dennis Carpenter is the top choice thanks to their access to original Ford tooling. For broad selection at competitive prices, LMC Truck and Classic Industries are strong. For fast shipping, National Parts Depot delivers from four warehouses in one to three days. For early trucks (1948--1960), Bob Drake, Early Ford Store, and Sacramento Vintage Ford carry parts the larger vendors may not stock.

Who makes the best reproduction parts for F-100 trucks?

Dennis Carpenter is widely regarded as producing the highest-quality reproduction parts for Ford trucks, particularly for rubber seals, weatherstripping, and trim. They manufacture many parts using original Ford factory dies. For bed wood and bed components, Mar-K Manufacturing and Bed Wood and Parts are the industry leaders. For chassis and suspension, TCI Engineering and Heidts are the most trusted names.

What is the best engine swap kit for a Ford F-100?

TD Motion and Fat Fender Garage both manufacture bolt-in Coyote (5.0L DOHC) swap kits for F-100 trucks. TD Motion covers a wider year range (1955--1979) and also offers Godzilla (7.3L) swap kits. Fat Fender Garage covers 1953--1983 trucks and also builds complete chassis packages with the drivetrain installed. Both include engine mounts, transmission crossmembers, and headers. See the [engine guide](/parts/engine-compatibility/) for compatibility details by generation.

How do I find parts for a 1948--1952 Ford F-1 truck?

The 1948--1952 F-1 (first generation) is well-served by early truck specialists. Bob Drake Reproductions manufactures over 7,000 parts for 1932--1966 Ford trucks with deep F-1 coverage. Early Ford Store in San Dimas, California specializes in 1928--1959 Ford parts and carries NOS, used, and reproduction components. Sacramento Vintage Ford covers 1926--1979 pickups and publishes a dedicated F-1 catalog. Dennis Carpenter and LMC Truck also stock first-generation parts.

What suspension upgrade should I buy for my F-100?

The right suspension upgrade depends on your generation and goals. TCI Engineering, Heidts, and Fatman Fabrications all manufacture independent front suspension (IFS) kits that replace the factory front axle with modern components including disc brakes and rack-and-pinion steering. For a complete transformation, TCI and Fat Fender Garage offer full rolling chassis. For a simpler improvement, Kincer Chassis offers 2WD to 4WD conversion kits for 1965--1979 trucks. See the [suspension upgrade guide](/parts/suspension-upgrades/) for generation-specific recommendations.

Are there any F-100 parts suppliers that specialize in bed wood?

Yes. Mar-K Manufacturing and Bed Wood and Parts both specialize in truck bed components. Mar-K manufactures bed wood kits, bed strips, cross-sills, and hardware in-house in Oklahoma City, using stainless steel fasteners and offering hidden-fastener aluminum strip systems. Bed Wood and Parts offers pre-cut kits in oak, ash, pine, and other species organized by year and bed length. Both are widely regarded as the best in the industry. See the [bed floor replacement guide](/parts/bed-floors/) for material comparisons and installation details.