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07-23-2018, 11:41 PM
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Working on it
I have been on this site for a while now and I have got some good advice from some of you that are really versed on these trucks. That is a good thing for rookies like me. I bought a 62 project truck about 2 years ago. I thought I could get it finished and on the road quickly. One thing has lead to another and I am still plugging away at it. closer inspection showed me that some things were not ready for the road. Air bags were installed but not finished, no brakes, and Eaton rear end had a problem. I had a 10 bolt and the bolt pattern matched the front. Piece of cake right, quick fix. Someone suggested I notched the frame since I plan to use the air bags to lower the stance. I didn't know enough to leave things alone. I have worked on cars and trucks in the past but never tore any down as far as I have had toto all who have answered go with this one. I will post some picks showing some my progress. Thanks to all who answered my questions.
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07-23-2018, 11:48 PM
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Re: Working on it
Here are a few more photos of the rear end swap
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07-24-2018, 02:26 PM
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Re: Working on it
Nice looking tk. Also looks like you have everything under control.
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07-24-2018, 02:42 PM
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Re: Working on it
I've seen rookie mistakes and hackers, but your work looks great. I have a 52 Chevy Rat. I sub framed it with 79 Camaro.
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07-24-2018, 07:01 PM
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Re: Working on it
Looks great to me. Keep up the good work.
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07-25-2018, 03:10 PM
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Re: Working on it
Thanks for the encouragement. I will post more pics soon
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07-29-2018, 02:26 PM
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Re: Working on it
I am rebuilding the pedal assembly today and repairing the bracket that the PO has cut out for some reason. I have it back together but I don't know if there should be a pedal stop to keep the pedals from coming too far forward. Does anyone know if I need to make a stop?
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07-29-2018, 03:49 PM
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Re: Working on it
When you bolt the lower column clamp it will keep them back. The lower column clamp has two rubber pedal stops on it.
Are you going to switch to power brakes?
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09-20-2019, 07:00 AM
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Re: Working on it
Also remember that the angle is in reference to the frame. So to use an angle finder in the way you are the frame must be completely level. Since you have the POL brackets you could try and cut the 3/4" off the bottom and let the top sit on the frame. If that works the reweld the bottom plate on.
Jimmy
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09-20-2019, 09:35 PM
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Re: Working on it
Thanks Jimmy, I will see if I can cut down the POL brackets and get someone that can weld better than I can to finish the job.
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09-20-2019, 11:54 PM
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Re: Working on it
Nice job!! I have about 10 years before I can move from the Bay Area.
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09-26-2019, 08:19 PM
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Re: Working on it
I got the new engine perches for a SBC V8 yesterday. They made a big difference. I was able to get the 3 degree off level and the trans lined up. Thanks for spotting that I had the I6 mounts. The new mounts sit flat on the top of the frame rails without any shims. I just need to drill the mount points on the frame. I did cut the tubular mounts as a test and that would have worked as well but the new mounts do not need me to weld them.
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09-26-2019, 08:38 PM
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Re: Working on it
Slepysal, Once you leave the bay area you will love it! I have room to build a shop. Something I couldn't do in the bay area.
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09-27-2019, 08:41 PM
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Re: Working on it
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