How to "undo" cutting back of the cab - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

Nova70 · 02-06-2010, 03:25 AM

First off, I will start with I am a complete audio nut so don't ask, "why?" please. lol.

Now, if I were to cut the back of the cab and the bed with a hole about 16" tall and roughly 28" wide or so, how would I go about reversing it in the future if I ever wanted to? Should I save the pieces I cut out and be able to weld them back in or have someone else weld them in? If I can do that, what should I use to cut the hole to keep the pieces in as good of shape as possible?

If you're wondering why I would cut a huge ass hole like that, I'm thinking about doing a blowthrough build for my stereo.

**FRENCHBLUE72** · 02-06-2010, 09:36 AM

Better keep the piece you cut out...

bigsnookmaster · 02-06-2010, 10:13 AM

I would use a die griner with a cutoff wheel to make a couple of slots, then use a jigsaw to cut the hole.Keep the piece you cut out of the cab, and as far as the bed goes, do the same as the cab. For replacement, I would re-install and weld the cab section, and replace the front bed panel. It would be easier to replace the front bed panel than to weld it back in. My .02 Good luck

big_al_71 · 02-06-2010, 10:19 AM

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Originally Posted by bigsnookmaster

I would use a die griner with a cutoff wheel to make a couple of slots, then use a jigsaw to cut the hole.Keep the piece you cut out of the cab, and as far as the bed goes, do the same as the cab. For replacement, I would re-install and weld the cab section, and replace the front bed panel. It would be easier to replace the front bed panel than to weld it back in. My .02 Good luck

^^^^^^^^^What Greg said!!! ^^^^^^^^

nuke1 · 02-06-2010, 10:35 AM

Yup, jug saw would be the best bet, that is what i have done in the past with customers trucks.

dfwright · 02-06-2010, 11:47 AM

Or, get an aftermarket front bed panel, chop that up, and then you still have your original unmolested to put back.

Nova70 · 02-06-2010, 11:57 AM

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Originally Posted by dfwright

Or, get an aftermarket front bed panel, chop that up, and then you still have your original unmolested to put back.

^^ That's not a bad idea. Thanks for all the comments and help guys. I will post build pics when I start.

02-06-2010, 03:25 AM	#1
Nova70 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Dub VC Utah Posts: 364	How to "undo" cutting back of the cab First off, I will start with I am a complete audio nut so don't ask, "why?" please. lol. Now, if I were to cut the back of the cab and the bed with a hole about 16" tall and roughly 28" wide or so, how would I go about reversing it in the future if I ever wanted to? Should I save the pieces I cut out and be able to weld them back in or have someone else weld them in? If I can do that, what should I use to cut the hole to keep the pieces in as good of shape as possible? If you're wondering why I would cut a huge ass hole like that, I'm thinking about doing a blowthrough build for my stereo.

02-06-2010, 09:36 AM	#2
FRENCHBLUE72 PROJECT 7DEUCE Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: GRANTS PASS OR Posts: 21,600	Re: How to "undo" cutting back of the cab Better keep the piece you cut out... __________________ GO BIG GREEN GO DUCKS MEMBER #6377 72 k-5 daily driver 6'' lift 35'' 350-350-205 slowly getting rust free. Project "7DEUCE" check out my build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=267665 Tim Powell..R.I.P EastSideLowlife..... R.I.P..

02-06-2010, 10:13 AM	#3
bigsnookmaster Registered User Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: St.Petersburg,Fl Posts: 1,267	Re: How to "undo" cutting back of the cab I would use a die griner with a cutoff wheel to make a couple of slots, then use a jigsaw to cut the hole.Keep the piece you cut out of the cab, and as far as the bed goes, do the same as the cab. For replacement, I would re-install and weld the cab section, and replace the front bed panel. It would be easier to replace the front bed panel than to weld it back in. My .02 Good luck __________________ greg http://community.webshots.com/user/68406Stepside

02-06-2010, 10:35 AM	#5
nuke1 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Saskatoon, Saskatchewan,: Posts: 2,901	Re: How to "undo" cutting back of the cab Yup, jug saw would be the best bet, that is what i have done in the past with customers trucks. __________________ James 1968 GMC "HAVOC" 1986 GMC "Frank" J.J.R.H. Design & Consulting My 68`Rebuild "HAVOC": http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=316300 A 58' chev build thread: http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=311238 1969 Camaro Pro Touring http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...61#post3513361 Swiss Cheese: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=384390 Adjustable Trailing Arm How-To: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=321100 1968 Ford Farm Truck: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post6555587

02-06-2010, 11:47 AM	#6
dfwright Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: San Antonio, Texas Posts: 1,374	Re: How to "undo" cutting back of the cab Or, get an aftermarket front bed panel, chop that up, and then you still have your original unmolested to put back. __________________ 1972 C10 LWB, 350/350 Deconstruction began 5/2009, mostly completed restoration, 5/2017 Last edited by dfwright; 02-06-2010 at 11:50 AM. Reason: what?



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