1954 3100 C4 Tube Chassis Build - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

STOCKISH · 11-30-2013, 04:54 PM

Here is my current project. Its a 54 3100 I picked up from a friend of mine chev3600. The frame was hacked and I couldnt find a decent replacement local and wasnt 100% settled on the S10 swap so I decided to build a square tube chassis to mount my C4 IFS and IRS to. I took about 1000 measurements and wrote everything down to use while duplicating the chassis. I dont have a frame table or anything so it has taken longer than I wanted it to but has turned out good so far. It is totally square and level so far within 1/32 of an inch. WELL within spec. Anyway here are some pics of where I am so far.

STOCKISH · 11-30-2013, 04:59 PM

The chassis as it sits today and the 20" Camaro wheels I picked up use for mockup/rollers. May use them permanently depending on how they look on there.

YahamaR1 · 11-30-2013, 05:11 PM

Looking very good, interesting build....

54 CHEVY LR · 11-30-2013, 07:46 PM

Very talanted with the.metal work..looks.like you have an idea and make it happen

STOCKISH · 11-30-2013, 08:59 PM

Thanks guys. Hope to have the chassis welded solid tomorrow and maybe have the cab back on. We'll see.

**oldman3** · 12-01-2013, 12:19 AM

Cab looks solid, and the frame looks super, along for the ride...Jim

STOCKISH · 12-01-2013, 04:39 PM

I got the frame welded solid today (minus my fish plates) with the frontmost crossmember in for the radiator support to mount to. Added the cab mounts and set the cab back on the chassis. Next I will mount the fenders so I can find my new axle centerline for the front wheels. Then I will set up the front and rear suspension for the ride height Im after. I am going to use the Vette leafs for now and will switch to coilovers if I need to. Here are some progress pics.

LOW A D · 12-01-2013, 08:33 PM

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Originally Posted by 1972SuperCheyenne

. I am going to use the Vette leafs for now and will switch to coilovers if I need to. .

You know you can cut down the stock vette springs (narrower) to soften/ drop the ride height? I cut them down on a table saw

Flames97 · 12-01-2013, 05:57 PM

Looks really good.

**oldman3** · 12-01-2013, 08:01 PM

Sweet....Jim

STOCKISH · 12-01-2013, 10:52 PM

Nice, thanks man. I may have to try that with the springs. I appreciate the comments guys.

fabguy · 12-01-2013, 10:54 PM

Nice build, I like the frame alot.

STOCKISH · 12-01-2013, 11:14 PM

Thanks man, it has taken me alot longer than I thought it would but it is solid as hell and looks good and is square to boot!

Bubba54 · 12-02-2013, 08:29 AM

Nice work on the frame. Cab looks to be in real good shape. What motor will you be running ?

Shawn

STOCKISH · 12-02-2013, 10:15 AM

Planning on a 5.3 or a 6.0 but we'll see. I'll run a 4.8 if I find a deal on one.

mcbassin · 12-02-2013, 06:01 PM

What's up Josh? Did you give up on the 72 build? I'm in for this one too.

STOCKISH · 12-02-2013, 09:26 PM

I had a guy come by that wanted it way more than i did! This one has been way more fun to me too.

mcbassin · 12-03-2013, 12:46 AM

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Originally Posted by 1972SuperCheyenne

I had a guy come by that wanted it way more than i did! This one has been way more fun to me too.

Hey everything's for sale just a matter of price. Fun is important

99 to Life · 12-02-2013, 11:44 PM

hell yeah man, who needs a frame table anyway right. Your making it work just right with what you got. So much talent on this site its crazy. Luuuv that patina hood in the BG too.

STOCKISH · 12-03-2013, 08:48 AM

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Originally Posted by 99 to Life

hell yeah man, who needs a frame table anyway right. Your making it work just right with what you got. So much talent on this site its crazy. Luuuv that patina hood in the BG too.

Thanks a lot man I appreciate that. Wish the whole truck looked like that hood!

Sam03 · 12-06-2013, 10:12 AM

Nice frame work! Keep the updates coming!

STOCKISH · 12-06-2013, 10:22 AM

Thanks guys. I'll be out of town this weekend so maybe next weekend if I can find time.

STOCKISH · 12-06-2013, 08:49 PM

Anyone here have access to a plasma table or water jet or something? I ordered some fish plates but not sure I am 100% happy with them? I have a template I can send to have cut. Everyone wants an arm and a leg to have the machine cut them. Any help? Thanks guys.

selfbuiltrods · 12-08-2013, 01:47 AM

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Originally Posted by 1972SuperCheyenne

Anyone here have access to a plasma table or water jet or something? I ordered some fish plates but not sure I am 100% happy with them? I have a template I can send to have cut. Everyone wants an arm and a leg to have the machine cut them. Any help? Thanks guys.

You have an amazing start so far! Definitely suscribed! As far as your plasma needs. Contact Garrison Dearmond with Dearmond Chassis and Paint. Phone: (479) 438-2292, Email: gdearmond11@gmail.com Tell him Dustin with Self Built Fab sent you. I doubt you find anyone more reasonably priced.

STOCKISH · 12-09-2013, 11:26 PM

Started determining the ride height and wheelbase. Going to throw the running boards, fenders, and bed on it to finish that but couldnt resist a couple pics!

11-30-2013, 04:54 PM	#1
STOCKISH Formerly- 1972SuperCheyenne Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Wake Forest NC Posts: 5,782	1954 3100 C4 Tube Chassis Build Here is my current project. Its a 54 3100 I picked up from a friend of mine chev3600. The frame was hacked and I couldnt find a decent replacement local and wasnt 100% settled on the S10 swap so I decided to build a square tube chassis to mount my C4 IFS and IRS to. I took about 1000 measurements and wrote everything down to use while duplicating the chassis. I dont have a frame table or anything so it has taken longer than I wanted it to but has turned out good so far. It is totally square and level so far within 1/32 of an inch. WELL within spec. Anyway here are some pics of where I am so far. Attached Images __________________ --Josh My Build Thread:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=799218 A good crossthread is better than Loctite any day. Life is not about what you have, but who you have to share it with.

11-30-2013, 04:59 PM	#2
STOCKISH Formerly- 1972SuperCheyenne Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Wake Forest NC Posts: 5,782	Re: 1954 3100 C4 Tube Chassis Build The chassis as it sits today and the 20" Camaro wheels I picked up use for mockup/rollers. May use them permanently depending on how they look on there. Attached Images __________________ --Josh My Build Thread:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=799218 A good crossthread is better than Loctite any day. Life is not about what you have, but who you have to share it with.

11-30-2013, 05:11 PM	#3
YahamaR1 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: The Netherlands Posts: 547	Re: 1954 3100 C4 Tube Chassis Build Looking very good, interesting build.... __________________ My chevy 51...... http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=541148 www.knutselracing.nl

11-30-2013, 07:46 PM	#4
54 CHEVY LR Registered User Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Sturgeon County Alberta Posts: 85	Re: 1954 3100 C4 Tube Chassis Build Very talanted with the.metal work..looks.like you have an idea and make it happen

11-30-2013, 08:59 PM	#5
STOCKISH Formerly- 1972SuperCheyenne Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Wake Forest NC Posts: 5,782	Re: 1954 3100 C4 Tube Chassis Build Thanks guys. Hope to have the chassis welded solid tomorrow and maybe have the cab back on. We'll see. __________________ --Josh My Build Thread:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=799218 A good crossthread is better than Loctite any day. Life is not about what you have, but who you have to share it with.

12-01-2013, 12:19 AM	#6
oldman3 Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: West Plains, Missouri Posts: 7,559	Re: 1954 3100 C4 Tube Chassis Build Cab looks solid, and the frame looks super, along for the ride...Jim __________________ my build thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=459839 Jimbo's long bed step build:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...t=464626<br />

12-01-2013, 04:39 PM	#7
STOCKISH Formerly- 1972SuperCheyenne Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Wake Forest NC Posts: 5,782	Re: 1954 3100 C4 Tube Chassis Build I got the frame welded solid today (minus my fish plates) with the frontmost crossmember in for the radiator support to mount to. Added the cab mounts and set the cab back on the chassis. Next I will mount the fenders so I can find my new axle centerline for the front wheels. Then I will set up the front and rear suspension for the ride height Im after. I am going to use the Vette leafs for now and will switch to coilovers if I need to. Here are some progress pics. Attached Images __________________ --Josh My Build Thread:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=799218 A good crossthread is better than Loctite any day. Life is not about what you have, but who you have to share it with.

12-01-2013, 05:57 PM	#9
Flames97 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Tonasket, Washington Posts: 316	Re: 1954 3100 C4 Tube Chassis Build Looks really good. __________________ -Aaron '15.5 Chevy Duramax LTZ/Z71, LML, CC/SB '77 Chevy K10, 4" lift, 33-12.50, 350/350 '55 Chevy Short Box (In Pieces)MII,4-link,Bagged,383 Stroker,700r4,3.73posi (SOLD) My 55.2 Chevy 3100 Build

12-01-2013, 08:01 PM	#10
oldman3 Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: West Plains, Missouri Posts: 7,559	Re: 1954 3100 C4 Tube Chassis Build Sweet....Jim __________________ my build thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=459839 Jimbo's long bed step build:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...t=464626<br />

12-01-2013, 10:52 PM	#11
STOCKISH Formerly- 1972SuperCheyenne Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Wake Forest NC Posts: 5,782	Re: 1954 3100 C4 Tube Chassis Build Nice, thanks man. I may have to try that with the springs. I appreciate the comments guys. __________________ --Josh My Build Thread:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=799218 A good crossthread is better than Loctite any day. Life is not about what you have, but who you have to share it with.

12-01-2013, 10:54 PM	#12
fabguy Elev8r Man Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Glendora, CA Posts: 835	Re: 1954 3100 C4 Tube Chassis Build Nice build, I like the frame alot. __________________ 1955.2 C4 Carry-all / Suburban ---> 55.2 Build Thread!! 1958 Fleetside SWB ---> 58 Fleetside Build thread 1939 2 door sedan *My F.B. project page.*

12-01-2013, 11:14 PM	#13
STOCKISH Formerly- 1972SuperCheyenne Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Wake Forest NC Posts: 5,782	Re: 1954 3100 C4 Tube Chassis Build Thanks man, it has taken me alot longer than I thought it would but it is solid as hell and looks good and is square to boot! __________________ --Josh My Build Thread:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=799218 A good crossthread is better than Loctite any day. Life is not about what you have, but who you have to share it with.

12-02-2013, 08:29 AM	#14
Bubba54 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: St. Peters, Missouri Posts: 155	Re: 1954 3100 C4 Tube Chassis Build Nice work on the frame. Cab looks to be in real good shape. What motor will you be running ? Shawn __________________ My build thread - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=582647

12-02-2013, 10:15 AM	#15
STOCKISH Formerly- 1972SuperCheyenne Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Wake Forest NC Posts: 5,782	Re: 1954 3100 C4 Tube Chassis Build Planning on a 5.3 or a 6.0 but we'll see. I'll run a 4.8 if I find a deal on one. __________________ --Josh My Build Thread:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=799218 A good crossthread is better than Loctite any day. Life is not about what you have, but who you have to share it with.

12-02-2013, 06:01 PM	#16
mcbassin Still Learning Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Central Oklahoma Posts: 10,108	Re: 1954 3100 C4 Tube Chassis Build What's up Josh? Did you give up on the 72 build? I'm in for this one too. __________________ Mike "69 Short Wide" My Project 86 Silverado Landen's Project Instagram: @mcbassin My Website C/10 Club Oklahoma Facebook Group



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12-02-2013, 09:26 PM	#17
STOCKISH Formerly- 1972SuperCheyenne Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Wake Forest NC Posts: 5,782	Re: 1954 3100 C4 Tube Chassis Build I had a guy come by that wanted it way more than i did! This one has been way more fun to me too. __________________ --Josh My Build Thread:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=799218 A good crossthread is better than Loctite any day. Life is not about what you have, but who you have to share it with.

12-02-2013, 11:44 PM	#19
99 to Life Registered User Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Titusville, PA Posts: 3,585	Re: 1954 3100 C4 Tube Chassis Build hell yeah man, who needs a frame table anyway right. Your making it work just right with what you got. So much talent on this site its crazy. Luuuv that patina hood in the BG too. __________________ 51' 99toLife finished 2011,355 sbc,5speed, patina, redoing whole truck, inter, bags, etc http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=382481 49Hardtimes s/10 susp- bagged, vortec sbc, 5 speed, patina, sold http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=594874 VIDEOS https://youtu.be/E8zHhjgS_lA https://youtu.be/E8zHhjgS_lA Geronimo 54' LS engine, static drop IFS, Client build, just about done http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...62#post7399162 52' 3100 Slowly in progress, will be painted two toned, have 235 with a t-5, lowered OG frame Other projects, 49' farmuse 3100, killer Patina, will be slammed, LS engine, full done interior up next! www.coffeeandcustoms.com

12-06-2013, 10:12 AM	#21
Sam03 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Cross Creek FL Posts: 37	Re: 1954 3100 C4 Tube Chassis Build Nice frame work! Keep the updates coming!

12-06-2013, 10:22 AM	#22
STOCKISH Formerly- 1972SuperCheyenne Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Wake Forest NC Posts: 5,782	Re: 1954 3100 C4 Tube Chassis Build Thanks guys. I'll be out of town this weekend so maybe next weekend if I can find time. __________________ --Josh My Build Thread:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=799218 A good crossthread is better than Loctite any day. Life is not about what you have, but who you have to share it with.

12-06-2013, 08:49 PM	#23
STOCKISH Formerly- 1972SuperCheyenne Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Wake Forest NC Posts: 5,782	Re: 1954 3100 C4 Tube Chassis Build Anyone here have access to a plasma table or water jet or something? I ordered some fish plates but not sure I am 100% happy with them? I have a template I can send to have cut. Everyone wants an arm and a leg to have the machine cut them. Any help? Thanks guys. __________________ --Josh My Build Thread:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=799218 A good crossthread is better than Loctite any day. Life is not about what you have, but who you have to share it with.

12-09-2013, 11:26 PM	#25
STOCKISH Formerly- 1972SuperCheyenne Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Wake Forest NC Posts: 5,782	Re: 1954 3100 C4 Tube Chassis Build Started determining the ride height and wheelbase. Going to throw the running boards, fenders, and bed on it to finish that but couldnt resist a couple pics! Attached Images __________________ --Josh My Build Thread:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=799218 A good crossthread is better than Loctite any day. Life is not about what you have, but who you have to share it with.

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