Re: Project "Schrum" 1959 Gmc 100
 

I'm hoping to get one pretty soon

Since my kick panel on the driver side was rotted, I just went ahead
and bought another complete A-Pillar/Kick-panel assembly like I said
in my previous post

Re: Project "Schrum" 1959 Gmc 100
 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4r9nhgVvklc

Not sure if I have posted this before, but here is a video of what I am dealing with on the truck

Re: Project "Schrum" 1959 Gmc 100
 

Definitely a lot of sheet metal work to be done but keep at it a piece at a time and you will get there. Just dont give up. It will be worth it in the end.

Re: Project "Schrum" 1959 Gmc 100
 

It's overwhelming but it is getting there. I have an entire new top that is going to go on to the truck since my top is rotted all to hell

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Here is a video of just the engine in my truck
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B8cIEu5Cig8

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=71RFMsORfkc

Rust areas on my cab video

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Here are some more photos for y'all to enjoy
I was test fitting the front fenders to see what the front would look like, still waiting on the headlight patch panels
A friend put a new master cylinder in the truck since the original started going bad and I didn't want to chance having an accident

Re: Project "Schrum" 1959 Gmc 100
 

I'm debating on going with another cab, since mine
is so rusted. It'll be cheaper to replace it rather than
paying 5,000 or so to fix the cab. I can still keep the
original cab in my barn

Re: Project "Schrum" 1959 Gmc 100
 

Update on the truck
Bought new bumpers
New door hinges
Every bolt kit for the truck(Polished stainless Steel)
New horn contact bushing
New electric wiper motor
New choke cable

Re: Project "Schrum" 1959 Gmc 100
 

After seeing your video of the cab rust, I'd definitely weigh options~ see what's available anyway. In the meantime, you're accumulating a bunch of cool parts!
dne'

Re: Project "Schrum" 1959 Gmc 100
 

Hello everyone, I am just stopping by to update

The truck is starting back up again to be restored

Re: Project "Schrum" 1959 Gmc 100
 

Took off the grille support and soon to dismount the cab and prep it for rust repair and primer/paint... This is going to be a very nice truck

The plan is to have the cab fixed
Repaint the inner fenders
have the front fenders fixed

have the bodywork done to the front end and have it painted and put back on


Super excited to see this restoration begin again

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Bought some things for the truck today, still awaiting the windshield

New Master Cylinder floor plug
New Deluxe windshield gasket
New Rubberized Firewall pad

Re: Project "Schrum" 1959 Gmc 100
 

Keep after it, when doing a patch just ask yourself is it better than it was, Yes is usually the answer. It don't have to be perfect, most trucks aren't that's what gives them character , do the best you can with what you got, and enjoy it.
Here is a couple of songs that can lift you up and put a smile on your face ENJOY:

Jerry Jeff Walker Pick Up Truck Song

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RWK8GgWD4uA

Glen Campbell ~ I Love My Truck

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VGQNVq5Ou4E

Re: Project "Schrum" 1959 Gmc 100
 

Bought some more parts for the truck a few days ago


Thanks for the songs man
i'll add them to my spotify account

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New hood to cowl seal
New Arm Rest
New lower door retainer

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I finally bought another grille for the truck since the original was rotted beyond repair. It’s got surface rust and paint but will be chromed soon

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Good find! That'll look great!
dne'

Re: Project "Schrum" 1959 Gmc 100
 

what do you estimate the cost of repairs to be compared to the cost of a new cab? new cab comes with doors too, right? could be close and the new cab gets you that much closer to a finished truck you can enjoy beeddling around in. if doing it again I would seriously consider the new cab for the time difference alone and the cost gets pretty close if you honestly add up everything you use to fix the old one.
your truck, your wallet, do what you like. post pics though. nothing like pics of a build to get the rest of us off the couch.

Re: Project "Schrum" 1959 Gmc 100
 

there is also a complete floor available, with steps and rockers

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I’ve got everything to replace the cabs rusted areas so far and have nearly everything for the truck except a windshield

Put the grille on the truck earlier today

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Glad to see you getting busy with it.

Re: Project "Schrum" 1959 Gmc 100
 

anybody out there have afleet truck grille for 59 gmc

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Hello everyone

I'm getting ready to have the trucks cab fixed here in a few months or so

just figured I would update everyone following this thread

I've got everything that I can think of for the truck

and just recently purchased a windshield


Cheers everyone

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Can’t wait to see updates