59 Apache/C6 Corvette build - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

tdishon · 06-20-2018, 06:25 PM

So I have built a few resto-mods in the past and just sold my twin turbo & supercharged Grand National and am ready to move on to my next project that will be my passion. As I'm getting older I have been really loving old trucks... So I thought I would spends a couple years building a 59 Chevy Apache with all Corvette C6 Grand Sport and ZR1 components.
I live in Arizona and sourced a good body.
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tdishon · 06-21-2018, 12:17 AM

Progressive Automotive chassis. Took about six months. Just getting this thread up to speed. I have been reading alot of other builds and getting help from many of you, but just needed to get pictures on Photobucket and posted.

tdishon · 06-21-2018, 11:41 AM

Unboxed and cradles installed

**slammed57** · 06-23-2018, 08:42 PM

NICE!!!!! frame, those boys over a progressive do some nice work

tdishon · 06-24-2018, 12:41 AM

Everything installed and new motor mounts made. Set engine back about 2" so the blower pulley would clear the rack. Torque tube still too short.

tdishon · 06-24-2018, 12:45 AM

Engine mounts fabbed up and installed.

Nut Case · 06-24-2018, 03:27 AM

Apache

This looks like more fun than is good for crazy boogers like us...

I'm in.....

Nut Case

Greenlee · 06-24-2018, 06:43 AM

Wow. This is going to be nice! Sweet build!

I’m curious how that air compressor behind the truck is working for you. I have the exact same one and it leaks oil really bad. I can’t figure out where it’s comong from. I ended up putting a pan under it so it doesn’t mess up my garage floor and I have to add oil every time I use it. Lol

tdishon · 06-24-2018, 11:01 PM

The air compressor is going on 6 years with no issues as of yet. Where are you leaking oil from? sight glass?

Greenlee · 06-29-2018, 08:55 AM

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Originally Posted by tdishon

The air compressor is going on 6 years with no issues as of yet. Where are you leaking oil from? sight glass?

I bought mine around 2009 from Home Depot if I remember correctly. It started leaking a couple of years ago. It doesn’t get that much use. I took all the plastic housing off and wiped everything down, but still haven’t been able to figure out where it’s coming from. Hopefully, I haven’t jinxed yours now!

Greenlee · 06-29-2018, 08:57 AM

The dash looks killer!

tdishon · 06-29-2018, 11:01 AM

I do use it all the time. It might be due for a leak. Lol

QUOTE=Greenlee;8291107]I bought mine around 2009 from Home Depot if I remember correctly. It started leaking a couple of years ago. It doesn’t get that much use. I took all the plastic housing off and wiped everything down, but still haven’t been able to figure out where it’s coming from. Hopefully, I haven’t jinxed yours now!

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tdishon · 06-24-2018, 11:06 PM

Gamel Street rods extended the torque tube and did a new larger drive shaft with ZR1 couplers. I have been getting the pics uploaded to get this up to date. The thread is almost current.

Scottish58chev · 06-25-2018, 12:44 AM

Nice work, loving the chassis

MIKESAD50 · 06-25-2018, 07:08 PM

Nice like the chassis and drivetrain

tdishon · 06-26-2018, 12:40 PM

Cutting out the old dash and putting in the 59 Impala dash. It was about 4" too wide. decided to take it out of the middle to line up the steering column with the factory location(hole in the floor).

**idbeast** · 06-29-2018, 08:02 PM

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Originally Posted by tdishon

Cutting out the old dash and putting in the 59 Impala dash. It was about 4" too wide. decided to take it out of the middle to line up the steering column with the factory location(hole in the floor).

tdishon, can I buy the glovebox portion of your 59 Apache dash, I'm doing a double din stereo and the glovebox portion of the dash would save me a lot of fab work (don't need the glovebox door).

Jim

tdishon · 06-29-2018, 08:35 PM

The truck started out as a GMC. The dash is a GMC. Not sure it it’s the same glove box.

QUOTE=idbeast;8291415]tdishon, can I buy the glovebox portion of your 59 Apache dash, I'm doing a double din stereo and the glovebox portion of the dash would save me a lot of fab work (don't need the glovebox door).

Jim[/QUOTE]
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**idbeast** · 06-30-2018, 12:23 AM

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Originally Posted by tdishon

The truck started out as a GMC. The dash is a GMC. Not sure it it’s the same glove box.

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Bummer, I just ran out and looked at my 55 2nd GMC and it is different... but thanks for getting back to me!

Jim

Nut Case · 06-30-2018, 04:47 AM

TD

Strong work!!!!! Using C-6 suspension, this is going to be fun to follow.

Are staying stock with leaf/shocks? Or?

Keep on keeping on

NC

tdishon · 06-26-2018, 12:55 PM

Moved dash forward about 2 more inches to give me more room. It looked better where I had it, but it was a little too close. This feels perfect.

ChuckDriver · 06-27-2018, 05:34 PM

Cool build! Dash work looks familiar!!

tdishon · 06-27-2018, 06:28 PM

Hey Chuck, you did inspire the dash for sure!

tdishon · 07-02-2018, 01:48 PM

Black_Sheep: Dash looks right at home in that pic!

tdishon · 07-02-2018, 01:50 PM

Nut Case: I'm going to attempt to use the Grand Sport leaf springs I have from the donor Corvette. The spring rates are within 10lbs of what Progressive recommended for the coilovers. I have the coilovers as a backup. We shall see when it finally drives. It will be any easy swap if needed.

06-20-2018, 06:25 PM	#1
tdishon Registered User Join Date: Jun 2017 Location: Peoria, Arizona Posts: 274	59 Apache/C6 Corvette build So I have built a few resto-mods in the past and just sold my twin turbo & supercharged Grand National and am ready to move on to my next project that will be my passion. As I'm getting older I have been really loving old trucks... So I thought I would spends a couple years building a 59 Chevy Apache with all Corvette C6 Grand Sport and ZR1 components. I live in Arizona and sourced a good body. [IMG][/IMG] Last edited by tdishon; 06-21-2018 at 11:39 AM.

06-21-2018, 12:17 AM	#2
tdishon Registered User Join Date: Jun 2017 Location: Peoria, Arizona Posts: 274	Re: 59 Apache/C6 Corvette build Progressive Automotive chassis. Took about six months. Just getting this thread up to speed. I have been reading alot of other builds and getting help from many of you, but just needed to get pictures on Photobucket and posted. Attached Images Last edited by tdishon; 06-26-2018 at 02:01 AM.

06-21-2018, 11:41 AM	#3
tdishon Registered User Join Date: Jun 2017 Location: Peoria, Arizona Posts: 274	Re: 59 Apache/C6 Corvette build Unboxed and cradles installed Attached Images Last edited by tdishon; 06-21-2018 at 11:50 AM.

06-23-2018, 08:42 PM	#4
slammed57 Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: pembroke pines, fl Posts: 707	Re: 59 Apache/C6 Corvette build NICE!!!!! frame, those boys over a progressive do some nice work __________________ My 57 current build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=662590

06-24-2018, 12:41 AM	#5
tdishon Registered User Join Date: Jun 2017 Location: Peoria, Arizona Posts: 274	Re: 59 Apache/C6 Corvette build Everything installed and new motor mounts made. Set engine back about 2" so the blower pulley would clear the rack. Torque tube still too short. Attached Images Last edited by tdishon; 06-24-2018 at 10:51 PM.

06-24-2018, 12:45 AM	#6
tdishon Registered User Join Date: Jun 2017 Location: Peoria, Arizona Posts: 274	Re: 59 Apache/C6 Corvette build Engine mounts fabbed up and installed. Attached Images Last edited by tdishon; 06-24-2018 at 10:59 PM.

06-24-2018, 03:27 AM	#7
Nut Case Registered User Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Clear and Still Idaho Posts: 509	Re: 59 Apache/C6 Corvette build Apache This looks like more fun than is good for crazy boogers like us... I'm in..... Nut Case __________________ Been there, wrecked that

06-24-2018, 06:43 AM	#8
Greenlee Registered User Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: El Lago, TX Posts: 1,668	Re: 59 Apache/C6 Corvette build Wow. This is going to be nice! Sweet build! I’m curious how that air compressor behind the truck is working for you. I have the exact same one and it leaks oil really bad. I can’t figure out where it’s comong from. I ended up putting a pan under it so it doesn’t mess up my garage floor and I have to add oil every time I use it. Lol

06-24-2018, 11:01 PM	#9
tdishon Registered User Join Date: Jun 2017 Location: Peoria, Arizona Posts: 274	Re: 59 Apache/C6 Corvette build The air compressor is going on 6 years with no issues as of yet. Where are you leaking oil from? sight glass?

06-29-2018, 08:57 AM	#11
Greenlee Registered User Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: El Lago, TX Posts: 1,668	Re: 59 Apache/C6 Corvette build The dash looks killer!

06-29-2018, 11:01 AM	#12
tdishon Registered User Join Date: Jun 2017 Location: Peoria, Arizona Posts: 274	I do use it all the time. It might be due for a leak. Lol QUOTE=Greenlee;8291107]I bought mine around 2009 from Home Depot if I remember correctly. It started leaking a couple of years ago. It doesn’t get that much use. I took all the plastic housing off and wiped everything down, but still haven’t been able to figure out where it’s coming from. Hopefully, I haven’t jinxed yours now! [/QUOTE] Posted via Mobile Device

06-24-2018, 11:06 PM	#13
tdishon Registered User Join Date: Jun 2017 Location: Peoria, Arizona Posts: 274	Re: 59 Apache/C6 Corvette build Gamel Street rods extended the torque tube and did a new larger drive shaft with ZR1 couplers. I have been getting the pics uploaded to get this up to date. The thread is almost current. Attached Images

06-25-2018, 12:44 AM	#14
Scottish58chev Registered User Join Date: Jul 2015 Location: Doune, perthshire, Scotland Posts: 206	Re: 59 Apache/C6 Corvette build Nice work, loving the chassis __________________ My taking way longer than expected 58 build

06-25-2018, 07:08 PM	#15
MIKESAD50 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2014 Location: Sunnyvale, CA Posts: 605	Re: 59 Apache/C6 Corvette build Nice like the chassis and drivetrain __________________ 1950 3100 5 window

06-26-2018, 12:40 PM	#16
tdishon Registered User Join Date: Jun 2017 Location: Peoria, Arizona Posts: 274	Re: 59 Apache/C6 Corvette build Cutting out the old dash and putting in the 59 Impala dash. It was about 4" too wide. decided to take it out of the middle to line up the steering column with the factory location(hole in the floor). Attached Images



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06-29-2018, 08:35 PM	#18
tdishon Registered User Join Date: Jun 2017 Location: Peoria, Arizona Posts: 274	The truck started out as a GMC. The dash is a GMC. Not sure it it’s the same glove box. QUOTE=idbeast;8291415]tdishon, can I buy the glovebox portion of your 59 Apache dash, I'm doing a double din stereo and the glovebox portion of the dash would save me a lot of fab work (don't need the glovebox door). Jim[/QUOTE] Posted via Mobile Device

06-30-2018, 04:47 AM	#20
Nut Case Registered User Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Clear and Still Idaho Posts: 509	Re: 59 Apache/C6 Corvette build TD Strong work!!!!! Using C-6 suspension, this is going to be fun to follow. Are staying stock with leaf/shocks? Or? Keep on keeping on NC __________________ Been there, wrecked that

06-26-2018, 12:55 PM	#21
tdishon Registered User Join Date: Jun 2017 Location: Peoria, Arizona Posts: 274	Re: 59 Apache/C6 Corvette build Moved dash forward about 2 more inches to give me more room. It looked better where I had it, but it was a little too close. This feels perfect. Attached Images

06-27-2018, 05:34 PM	#22
ChuckDriver A320 Pilot/USAF Retired Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Charleston, SC Posts: 2,629	Re: 59 Apache/C6 Corvette build Cool build! Dash work looks familiar!! __________________ JJ My 1957 build: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=334552 http://www.trifive.com/forums/showthread.php?t=22037 Instagram - Chuckdriver57

06-27-2018, 06:28 PM	#23
tdishon Registered User Join Date: Jun 2017 Location: Peoria, Arizona Posts: 274	Re: 59 Apache/C6 Corvette build Hey Chuck, you did inspire the dash for sure!

07-02-2018, 01:48 PM	#24
tdishon Registered User Join Date: Jun 2017 Location: Peoria, Arizona Posts: 274	Re: 59 Apache/C6 Corvette build Black_Sheep: Dash looks right at home in that pic!

07-02-2018, 01:50 PM	#25
tdishon Registered User Join Date: Jun 2017 Location: Peoria, Arizona Posts: 274	Re: 59 Apache/C6 Corvette build Nut Case: I'm going to attempt to use the Grand Sport leaf springs I have from the donor Corvette. The spring rates are within 10lbs of what Progressive recommended for the coilovers. I have the coilovers as a backup. We shall see when it finally drives. It will be any easy swap if needed.

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