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Thanks:thumbs:

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I'm really glad to see this one moving along again, I had almost given up hope. It's looking great, that woody is going to be badass too!

-Richard

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Thanks Richard. But I'm still getting distracted.. Very soon I'll be back on it. Looks like I'm going backwards, but will finish the bed with it off.

https://photos.smugmug.com/Cars/1965..._132627-X2.jpg

https://photos.smugmug.com/Cars/1965..._170500-X2.jpg

https://photos.smugmug.com/Cars/1965..._170524-X2.jpg

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Open for more customers, and work on my truck too.

https://photos.smugmug.com/Cars/1965..._170904-X3.jpg

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Holy Crap, It's been over 2 years since I posted. Let me catch you all up. Been very busy finishing the 40 Ford Woody. I was ready to deliver it to the customer but the rebuilt trans wouldn't shift right, and keeps popping out of 2nd gear. So I removed it and sent it out to get rebuilt again. The guy that rebuilt it died, and so did the warranty. I still haven't gotten the trans back, but otherwise it's done. Once I get that out of my shop, the 65 will be put on the lift, and I'll finish my Roadstar Build. No more customer work. I'm only working on my stuff.

Here's what the Woody looks like now. You can see why I haven't had time to work on my truck.

This is what I started with. This restoration was the biggest and hardest project I ever did.

Next back on my second biggest project, MY TRUCK!!! More pictures to come. :metal::metal::metal::metal:

BTW, I did everything except the wood, interior, engine & trans rebuild.

https://photos.smugmug.com/Cars/Bobs...0%20FORD-L.jpg

https://photos.smugmug.com/Cars/Bobs...1_171933-L.jpg

https://photos.smugmug.com/Cars/Bobs..._120700-X2.jpg

https://photos.smugmug.com/Cars/Bobs...181314a-X2.jpg

https://photos.smugmug.com/Cars/Bobs...181314b-X2.jpg

https://photos.smugmug.com/Cars/Bobs...181644a-X2.jpg

https://photos.smugmug.com/Cars/Bobs...81522-1-XL.jpg

https://photos.smugmug.com/Cars/Bobs...0181420-X2.jpg

https://photos.smugmug.com/Cars/Bobs...7181716-X2.jpg

https://photos.smugmug.com/Cars/Bobs...638a-X4-X2.jpg

https://photos.smugmug.com/Cars/Bobs...128_HDR-X2.jpg


https://photos.smugmug.com/Cars/Bobs...6181542-X2.jpg

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This is turning out to be one of those 'no love' threads. :lol:

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i think its a beautiful car

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Great work on the Woody. Glad you are still with us. I figured you had gotten busy on something but didn't realize it was that long. Time just blurs together when you are old. :rolleyes:

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The Woody turned out awesome! Glad you'll be getting back to your truck project. Looking forward to seeing progress. :bowtie:

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When the Woody was getting the interior done I got some work done on the step side bed.I squared up the bed header and shaved the bed holes like I did on the tailgate. :metal:

https://photos.smugmug.com/Cars/1965..._170524-X2.jpg

https://photos.smugmug.com/Cars/1965...4171704-X2.jpg

https://photos.smugmug.com/Cars/1965...5171201-X2.jpg

https://photos.smugmug.com/Cars/1965...6171158-X2.jpg

https://photos.smugmug.com/Cars/1965...6171637-X2.jpg

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Before the bed header panel I welded the steps to the fenders, and extended them into the fender, also made a panel below the step to make it more even with the cab. After I install the rubber mounts under the cab it will be even with the bed steps.
Incase you didn't notice I filled the side panels because I hated the ugly posts that go near the tailgate. And raised the fenders to be closer to the bed rails.
I'm not sure where I left off with previous posting.

https://photos.smugmug.com/Cars/1965..._133852-X2.jpg

https://photos.smugmug.com/Cars/1965..._172334-X2.jpg

https://photos.smugmug.com/Cars/1965...1171617-X2.jpg

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Glad you are back at it on the truck. Work looks great!

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It had been so long, I thought you just gave up...

Nice to see you back at it. Great work on the Woody too.

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Thanks guys. :metal::metal::metal::metal:

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Very nice. Love the termite machine. Sweet

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It did have termites too. And rotten wood. And a lot of rust, more than any car I've worked on. :waah:

https://photos.smugmug.com/Cars/Bobs...8_140511-L.jpg

https://photos.smugmug.com/Cars/Bobs..._145039-X2.jpg

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Not too bad. Rough but not bad. Lol.

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:lol::lol::lol::lol::uhmk:

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naaaah stick some newspaper in that tar it up an noone will notice it

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:lol::lol::lol::lol::uhmk:

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News Flash, we moved. :uhmk::metal:

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Sorry I haven't been working on my truck. When I finish this 46 Ford I'm retiring for good. Then I'll get back on my truck. In the mean time we sold our house and bought a new house, it's bigger but on a smaller lot. I have a 12x 31 ft Steel shed on the way, and I got to keep my car lift. They will pour the concrete next week.behind the extra big wide and long 3 car garage. It won't be the same, but it will work since I'm retiring. I'll post more pictures of it when I'm done.
Can't wait to finish this 46 Ford so I can finish my 65.

https://photos.smugmug.com/Cars/KUST..._114308-X2.jpg

https://photos.smugmug.com/Cars/KUST..._112311-X2.jpg

https://photos.smugmug.com/Cars/KUST..._120455-X2.jpg

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Glad to see you are still around. I could not even imagine trying to move what all you had in the old shop.

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Down-sizing & looks like moving into a suburb (image w/the garage door open I see a house right across the street)??

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Have been following on Facebook, but congrats on the move! It will definitely be a big change, but I hope it's all for the best.:chevy:

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So far I've been really busy with the new house. Finally got the big 3 car garage kinda organized. Still waiting for my 12x31 Shed. It should be here by the end of September. Still haven't worked on the 46 or my 65. But when I start working on the 65 I'll be posting again. https://photos.smugmug.com/Homes/Our..._145223-X2.jpg

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SO MUCH FOR RETIRING. I just took in this 57 in for a complete rewire job and my sons friends father. THEN I'LL GET BACK ON MY TRUCK, hahaha I hope before I die. :waah:

https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-...vMvLpXC-X2.jpg wants me to finish his 65 Ford Truck.

https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-...WcWHsKL-X2.jpg

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As long as you don't slow down, you tend to not lose a step. Good to know you're still in demand as well :lol:

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I'll be 77 in October. I really need to retire and finish my truck. Maybe next year :uhmk:

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Hello Strodder/Dennis, You still around? Trying to message you but your messages are full. Send me a message if you see this. Thanks!

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Sorry I haven’t been on this forum for a while. Message me on Facebook. :uhmk:

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I can’t believe I forgot how to post pictures. Help me out you guys. :uhmk::uhmk::uhmk::uhmk:

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Now how do I delete this post :lol:

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Pretty slick.

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Did I you look at all the pictures?

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Yes sir. Clicked on your link & checked out the pics.
What was you donor vehicle for the handles?

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Glad your getting time on the ole ride again.

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Impala, or Corvette

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Thanks for sharing the pictures. I always enjoy seeing something not as commonly done to our trucks.