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08-02-2010, 07:17 AM | #1 |
'57 Rosa
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My '57 Truck Build "Rosa"
This is the latest '57 3100 I have picked up for $1200. Her name is "Rosa"
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08-02-2010, 09:08 AM | #2 |
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Re: My '57 Truck Build "Rosa"
Nice, Please keep posting pictures as you make progress.
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08-02-2010, 05:16 PM | #3 |
'57 Rosa
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Re: My '57 Truck Build "Rosa"
I think I should explain the name "57 ROSA" This is in Honor of CPL Randy ROSAker, USMC, KIA/ 23 MAR 2003.
This kid grew up next door to me when I lived in Murphy Canyon Housing while stationed at NAS Mirimar. His dad was a Senior Chief in the submarine navy. I still stay in contact with them. Rest in Peace My Friend...SEMPER FI The truck will have a Veteran Theme: POW-MIA-KIA with custom graphics. ALL GAVE SOME...BUT SOME GAVE ALL
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My '57 Truck Build "Rosa" (Current Project) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...21#post4118721 2003 Dodge Dakota 4X4 (Daily Driver) Only two defining forces have ever died for us: CHRIST died for our salvation and VETERANS died for our freedoms. Glorify CHRIST and thank VETERANs Dru~ USN Retired |
08-02-2010, 05:28 PM | #4 |
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Re: My '57 Truck Build "Rosa"
Pre tear down pictures. Floor panels are solid. Rockers are not half as bad as previous one. Doors close and are tight when shut, no rattling.
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My '57 Truck Build "Rosa" (Current Project) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...21#post4118721 2003 Dodge Dakota 4X4 (Daily Driver) Only two defining forces have ever died for us: CHRIST died for our salvation and VETERANS died for our freedoms. Glorify CHRIST and thank VETERANs Dru~ USN Retired |
08-02-2010, 05:41 PM | #5 |
'57 Rosa
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Re: My '57 Truck Build "Rosa"
Front fender, Radiator, grille, hood, and engine pull.
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08-02-2010, 09:34 PM | #6 |
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Re: My '57 Truck Build "Rosa"
Are you going to change the front end or leave it as is?
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08-03-2010, 12:09 AM | #7 |
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Re: My '57 Truck Build "Rosa"
My plans: Full Off frame restoration. It will then be a Retro-Mod. A little OLD with a little NEW.
1957 Chevy CHASSIS Frame: '83 C10 Rearend / Ratio: '83 C10 / 2.73:1 Rear suspension: 2" Drop Shackles/2" Drop Hangers, New Poly Bushings Rear brakes: Drums Front suspension: 2 1/2' Drop Spindles, New Poly Bushings Front brakes: 12” Drilled, Gas Slotted disc Steering box: GM Front wheels: American Racing, Torq Thrust ST Rear wheels: American Racing, Torq Thrust ST Front tires: Rear tires: Gas tank: stainless under bed, side fill DRIVETRAIN Engine: Chevy 350 Heads: Valve covers: custom Manifold: Edelbrock Aluminim Ignition: MSD Headers: Exhaust / Mufflers: Catback custom Transmission: 700-R4 with floor shift BODY Style: 3100 Stepside Fenders front / rear: stock Hood: '56 hood custom Bed: stock, wood - skinned tailgate with art Bodywork and paint by: Paint color: ??? Headlights / Taillights: stock-chrome-halogen & LED Bumpers: stock, front/chromed rear/rollpan custom INTERIOR - custom seats, door panels, kick panels, healiner & dash. Gauges: Dakota Digital Steering wheel: Billet Specialties Steering column: Ididit Seat: Custome Split bench Material / Color: tan/brown leather Carpet: Mercades tan Firewall will be smoothed: Battery box and master cylinder/booster located under frame. Side tire mount Electric One pc window Kit Vintage Air This is my wish list so far. Big dream huh...."?
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My '57 Truck Build "Rosa" (Current Project) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...21#post4118721 2003 Dodge Dakota 4X4 (Daily Driver) Only two defining forces have ever died for us: CHRIST died for our salvation and VETERANS died for our freedoms. Glorify CHRIST and thank VETERANs Dru~ USN Retired Last edited by 57picupnewbie; 04-29-2011 at 08:34 PM. Reason: update |
08-03-2010, 02:30 PM | #8 |
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Re: My '57 Truck Build "Rosa"
In process of removing everything from cab so I can get it on the dolly for blasting. I plan on getting the windows out tomorrow. Does anyone know if the original heater box is used if I am upgrading to a Vintage Air Sure Fit System. I have to pull all of this out anyway, but I was just wondering if it had to go back in. Thanks
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08-03-2010, 03:16 PM | #9 |
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Re: My '57 Truck Build "Rosa"
sure fit does not use any of the heater box or air diffusers. you need to keep the controls, they are reused. you can down load the install instruction from their site so you know exactlly what to keep.
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08-03-2010, 03:45 PM | #10 |
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Re: My '57 Truck Build "Rosa"
Nice progress... looking forward to the updates.
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08-03-2010, 07:00 PM | #11 |
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Re: My '57 Truck Build "Rosa"
Great build thread, and what a tribute!
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08-03-2010, 09:43 PM | #12 |
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Re: My '57 Truck Build "Rosa"
hey brother in law, truck looks solid. wish you lived closer so i could sit, watch, drink beer and supervise.
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08-05-2010, 09:31 AM | #13 |
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Re: My '57 Truck Build "Rosa"
Loaded the straight 6 and trans up yesterday on the trailer. Just about got to hot...110 deg heat index. I t is strapped down ready for Daniel to pick up. He bought my previous '57. I took some shot's of the inside of the cab. The floor panels are GREAT. Dash is solid. If I can get the gas tank, glass, ad column out this week, I will try to get the cab off frame. Maybe, I will be ready to start blasting in 2 weeks. Also, took picture of firewall again. I am lucky, I do not have many holes to fill in. I some of you had a bunch. I will smooth this firewall. Battery box and master cylinder/booster will mount under cab. I am going to rest today.
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08-06-2010, 07:09 AM | #14 |
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Re: My '57 Truck Build "Rosa"
That's a very solid truck you have there! Keep the updates coming!!
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08-11-2010, 07:22 AM | #15 |
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Re: My '57 Truck Build "Rosa"
looking good keep it up !! Sorry it took a while to get back but been buzy!! Is it this weekend you be up?
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08-11-2010, 12:53 PM | #16 |
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Re: My '57 Truck Build "Rosa"
Brian, we are leaving Friday. Hope to sit around with you and Chuckles and run some ideas about the build by you. Especially about the IFS. As always, it will be while grilling and a cold one.
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08-14-2010, 11:27 PM | #17 |
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Re: My '57 Truck Build "Rosa"
semper fi my friend keep up the good work
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08-15-2010, 12:18 AM | #18 |
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Re: My '57 Truck Build "Rosa"
Not waisting any time are ya?
That truck looks like its in way better shape than the other one. I think it's great that your're building a memorial truck.
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08-15-2010, 09:24 PM | #19 |
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Re: My '57 Truck Build "Rosa"
Thanks, Nick. I went up this past weekend to N. GA to get some ideas from my brother-in-law (72BLUZ) and his neighbor (71SEE10). Had a great visit and hope to get started back on removing the cab this week. Will update.
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08-16-2010, 01:47 PM | #20 |
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Re: My '57 Truck Build "Rosa"
It looks like a good solid truck to start with. Good progress so far.
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08-16-2010, 07:57 PM | #21 |
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Re: My '57 Truck Build "Rosa"
from one ga. boy to another, great work and stay outta the heat!
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08-20-2010, 08:01 AM | #22 |
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Re: My '57 Truck Build "Rosa"
Looks very Solid. I will enjoy seeing progress.
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08-20-2010, 08:30 PM | #23 |
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Re: My '57 Truck Build "Rosa"
I need info. I have heard chatter about C10 frame swaps. I ran into a complete C10 Frame already sripped down ready to clean up. IFS, rear axle etc. $450. Question has anyone ever done a '57 to C10 frame swap vs. a clip modification or IFS package install.
"This is a 67 frame, but will work for 67-72 c-10 truck. It is short wheel base. It has the original 6 lug drum brakes and the original 410 gears. I wasn't going to strip it this far but some one wanted the frame so I did all the hard work for them, and now they changed there mind so i'm stuck with it. The frame is in perfect shape. No mud clumps, extra rust burs, extra metal, etc........ Nice and clean and bout to be painted"
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08-20-2010, 09:31 PM | #24 |
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Re: My '57 Truck Build "Rosa"
Yes a frame swap is possible, we had to shim the front 1/2 of the cab on our suburban but we used a 1971 c-10 with disc brakes( same, same as yours). The front clip of a 71 c-10 ( if clipping) has almost the same measurements, close anyway. That is what I am using on my 58 fleetside. Rail height is pretty exact but remember that the steering box is on the outside of the frame rail so it is a hard offset for the steering. We notched our firewall so that the center of the steering column is at the bend in the firewall. I will take some pic's tomm of my frame & firewall for you to give you an idea of what to do. Here is a pic of the front of the frame with cab still installed. Not a good pic, but something for now
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08-21-2010, 09:33 AM | #25 |
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Re: My '57 Truck Build "Rosa"
Thanks fabguy, just trying to make up my mind which direction to go with.
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