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SkinnyG 09-19-2021 05:09 PM

Re: SkinnyG's '61 Apache
 
And some Redneck Windchimes:

https://www.gwellwood.com/wordpress/...11-672x378.jpg

And a fuzzy picture on how to hold fasteners with MIG wire for painting:

https://www.gwellwood.com/wordpress/...47-672x378.jpg

And primer:

https://www.gwellwood.com/wordpress/...25-672x378.jpg

SkinnyG 09-19-2021 08:29 PM

Re: SkinnyG's '61 Apache
 
That thing I made y'all are guessing at?

More metal added. Still more metal to come:

https://www.gwellwood.com/wordpress/...41-672x378.jpg

cwcarpenter98 09-19-2021 09:38 PM

Re: SkinnyG's '61 Apache
 
I've also done the redneck windchimes many times :lol:

I like the tip on bolts. I'll have to use that with the flux core wire I got with my welder that I'll probably never use to actually weld with

SkinnyG 09-20-2021 09:21 PM

Re: SkinnyG's '61 Apache
 
Painted some driveline parts:

https://www.gwellwood.com/wordpress/...49-672x378.jpg

https://www.gwellwood.com/wordpress/...21-672x378.jpg

SkinnyG 09-20-2021 09:39 PM

Re: SkinnyG's '61 Apache
 
Detroit TrueTrac ordered. I love those diffs...

jmarkha1 09-21-2021 06:20 AM

Re: SkinnyG's '61 Apache
 
great looking finish on the axle and trailing arms.
I have been trying to find an eaton truetrac - nobody seems to have them in stock at the moment...

Quote:

Originally Posted by SkinnyG (Post 8973767)
Detroit TrueTrac ordered. I love those diffs...


SkinnyG 09-22-2021 01:05 AM

Re: SkinnyG's '61 Apache
 
For my Ford 9", it's one diff for all gears.

For the 12-bolt in my '77 C10, you have to run 3.73:1 and up gears; they don't have one for taller gears.

I've ordered all of mine from Summit Racing out of the states.

aggie91 09-22-2021 09:33 AM

Re: SkinnyG's '61 Apache
 
Quote:

Originally Posted by SkinnyG (Post 8973311)
That thing I made y'all are guessing at?

More metal added. Still more metal to come:

https://www.gwellwood.com/wordpress/...41-672x378.jpg

Speaker pod for the center dash openings...?

jmarkha1 09-22-2021 09:35 AM

Re: SkinnyG's '61 Apache
 
Ah - didn't spot the Ford 9 - that should handle that turbo motor :-)
Summit have usually been good at getting stuff but even they have a shortage of 12 bolt stuff - maybe everyones building trucks :-)
plenty more for me to be doing though so Ill be patient...

Quote:

Originally Posted by SkinnyG (Post 8974349)
For my Ford 9", it's one diff for all gears.

For the 12-bolt in my '77 C10, you have to run 3.73:1 and up gears; they don't have one for taller gears.

I've ordered all of mine from Summit Racing out of the states.


SkinnyG 09-22-2021 10:30 AM

Re: SkinnyG's '61 Apache
 
Quote:

Originally Posted by aggie91 (Post 8974484)
Speaker pod for the center dash openings...?

WE HAVE A WINNER!

I prefer 6.5" speakers up front, but I cannot fit those in this dash. I bought a pair of 5.25" Rockford Fosgate speakers, and angling them slightly -might- give me a bit better soundstage.

Also bought a Pioneer head unit, and y'all are going to hate me for cutting the dash, but it's not like a dash hole is the only thing keeping this truck from originality (grin).

cwcarpenter98 09-22-2021 05:25 PM

Re: SkinnyG's '61 Apache
 
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I didn't think about speakers. Will they be under the dash in the factory spot, or are you going to mount it on the firewall, pointing towards the cab?

A single din, Pioneer unit fits well in the factory location. Want to trade dash cutouts? :lol:

SkinnyG 09-22-2021 10:28 PM

Re: SkinnyG's '61 Apache
 
In the original spot under the dash. I need to add/lengthen some slots.

cwcarpenter98 09-22-2021 10:47 PM

Re: SkinnyG's '61 Apache
 
I bet that will sound better with the angle than just both pointed straight up.

I might have to steal your idea on that

SkinnyG 09-22-2021 10:55 PM

Re: SkinnyG's '61 Apache
 
I have two 5.25" 2-way in my '77, both pointing straight up. Marginal "sound stage" and next to zero "stereo" effect. I'm hoping this makes a difference.

SkinnyG 09-23-2021 07:56 PM

Re: SkinnyG's '61 Apache
 
And some assembly:

https://www.gwellwood.com/wordpress/...20-672x378.jpg

jmarkha1 09-24-2021 10:11 AM

Re: SkinnyG's '61 Apache
 
that is "some assembly" - nice jump on the chassis build :hot:

SkinnyG 09-26-2021 12:12 AM

Re: SkinnyG's '61 Apache
 
Added a flange, and then welded some studs to the dash and this:

https://www.gwellwood.com/wordpress/...09-672x378.jpg

Added a some extra slats:

https://www.gwellwood.com/wordpress/...49-672x378.jpg

SkinnyG 09-26-2021 03:07 PM

Re: SkinnyG's '61 Apache
 
Recent video:


SkinnyG 09-26-2021 03:08 PM

Re: SkinnyG's '61 Apache
 
Latest video:


Ronzo 09-26-2021 04:59 PM

Re: SkinnyG's '61 Apache
 
I really enjoy your videos as well as reading this thread.
Thank you.

TxCajun 09-26-2021 10:47 PM

Re: SkinnyG's '61 Apache
 
Great work on the videos.

SkinnyG 09-27-2021 11:25 PM

Re: SkinnyG's '61 Apache
 
And some impending disassembly:

https://www.gwellwood.com/wordpress/...4s-672x378.jpg

SkinnyG 09-29-2021 12:14 AM

Re: SkinnyG's '61 Apache
 
The 4L80E is freaking MINT inside. Super clean, and all the clutches are in spec!

SkinnyG 09-29-2021 03:02 AM

Re: SkinnyG's '61 Apache
 
Ordered a full set of gaskets, new sprags just 'cuz, a TH400 direct piston, and extra friction and steel, and stuff to rollerize everything.

SkinnyG 09-30-2021 12:23 AM

Re: SkinnyG's '61 Apache
 
Detroit TrueTrac arrived.

Trying to get the interior ready for painting this weekend.


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