New to these trucks 1948 thriftmaster build.

[sickred72]

So i have always wanted a 5 window 47-54 and finally found one. I think its a good start. I paid $3600 for the truck restored about 15 years ago, recent engine rebuild, new front and rear springs, 5 new tires, rebuilt generator, carb, brakes, new wiring etc.etc.etc. Which all dont matter because im pulling all the mentioned items out and trying to sell them. I bought it from a 80 year old retired district attorney who spends summers in oregon and winters in arizona. cheaper resto but i think i did ok. I purchased a scott's hotrods super slam ifs, 18" billet specialties vintec dish wheels, and a complete accuair air ride system to get me started.....wish me luck!

[meter swinger]

Ill be following this one. That scotts IFS sure is a nice looking peice.
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[booger1949]

man i wish i lived near you, i would b there in a sec an help you i love doin all that suff, man to dam far from louisiana

[sickred72]

got the engine pulled and found a set of staggard new budniks with new tires, so now i have 17"corvette rally's, billet specialties vintec dish, and budniks, which do i choose?

[meter swinger]

Those buniks are sure nice. A friend of mine has them on a 71 blazer. keep them all, that way youll have set for whatever mood you're in

[sickred72]

thats kinda what i was thinking, im an impulse buying addict!

[mknittle]

Tell me somthing, What is it like to start with somthing that isn't bent and rusted?
Really though looks good so far!
I like the rallys but both for cahhange would be cool

[98turbls1]

The Budniks look killer.. Nice starter truck. Can't wait to see this progress.

[sickred72]

got down and dirty today! a full day 9-4, out with the old in with the new! still sitting on the jack with the front tacked in. now off with the front and start the welding!

[sickred72]

scotts super slam!
keeping the budniks!

[CHIZZLER]

lookin good gerald.cant wait to see more.

[sickred72]

thanks too you again on the crossmember measurements. did you have to make any other adjustments to get that low? pic still has the jack and a 2x4 underneath it.

[CHIZZLER]

you should not have to do anything.my front tires are 28.5" tall.im guessing yours are shorter.

[sickred72]

i believe mine are right at 28" od. thanks for the info on the brace, nice to have a local do depend on.

[crossfire84]

very cool, what im really drooling over is the awsome garage your in, wow, can we be friends?

[tttuba]

Originally Posted by crossfire84

very cool, what im really drooling over is the awsome garage your in, wow, can we be friends?

I was at his garage to pick up some parts. First thing I said to myself was cool garage. Wish I had that much space.
Nice progress so far The work I saw when I was there was first class.

[fat56]

looks killer mate. The budniks look insane. Cant wait to see it on the ground.

[maxdog51]

Wow! Day and night transformation. Nice job sickred72.

[sickred72]

pic of the engine and rear wheels

[solidaxel]

Welcome from So. Arizona!

What are you doing trying to beat the 1/2 hour TV shows !!
I read all that build in 5 min.!!

Looks like you will be driving that truck in a week at your speed!!

Before you weld the front crossmember in you may want to mock up the R&P and see if the bellows clear the bottom of the frame, unless you are planning on welding in noch. I guess with the super slam you will be doing that anyway.

Super simple on the Scotts products!!

[Scottshotrods]

Rack notches are with his kit

Justin

[Scottshotrods]

Your project is looking good

Justin

[Gippetto]

Your project is great. Good progress and choice of parts. What are you planning for an engine?

I a doing a 48 GMC and I am about as far along as your pix show. I used a M2 front end with a power rack. I also will use the 235 straight six that was in it. Going to keep the vintage early 60's style. It had split fentons and a 2x Offy intake on it. I was sold when I saw it in a salvage yard. Body is rough but reat is pretty good.
Asking about the engine because if you reuse the sis you will most likely have to redo the motoe mounts to raise the engine to clear the rack. That is whjat I am fcing at the moment. Test fitted the engine last night, just back from rebuild, and saw the crash withe the rack. TCI, the manufacturer was not much help. I am on my own to solve. They did suggest a fabricator for the motor mounts. I am sure there are a bucnh of watc outs when doing this. That's where I am at. Keep up the good work.

[Gippetto]

I just went back through your pictures and saw your engine. Never mind my comment on the rack interfearance.

[sickred72]

got an early start today! got the rear bedsides cut out for the mini tubs, now i can measure for my rear end...got rid of the rear fender braces because everyone says i dont need them. should lay flat ass on the running boards!