Dug's 1959 Fleetside

[dug224]

Originally Posted by ptc

Handy tip note: BEFORE you weld in that dash panel you may want to do all your firewall work first. attaching nuts and bolts and everything for the electrical panel(s), A/C, Heater, ECM Devices, etc etc etc... cause its easy to get to right now and then primer it all up and even paint it with your interior color....

makes it a whole lot easier with that flat panel out of the way....

ptc: Man, now that I have had time think about it, your suggestion has become a real eye opener. Will save a bunch of time/effort in the long haul for sure. I got to thinking about the windshield wipers specifically in addition to the air handling unit. Anyway, as of this morning, I am thinking I may leave the Cleco's in place (add some to the bottom as well) to give me time to sort out all the goods that go under the dash. I can even prime the cab in this condition and not lose any time. In addition, this will help me prioritize what parts I need to get (specifically, wiper motor & AC) and get them installed while the cab is resting on the trailer and is still rotatable. Thanks!!! dug