total cost replacement sheet metal 59 apache stepside - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

Barney Rubble · 05-31-2011, 06:32 PM

Still in the planning stages for a rebuild of my 59 apache stepside.
I am considering a complete chassis 'swap' eg Scotts, No Limit; and also a crate engine; and complete disassembly for paint.
My question is, has anyone priced up the complete list of replacement sheet metal (from LMC or similar) for this vehicle?
Vehicle costs in Australia are very different to what you guys get to pay stateside. A show class vehicle is about $50000 here; a register-able beater is about $15000. Our aussie dollar is worth more than the USD at present ($1.07)

I was thinking about getting the new chassis, and motor; putting all new sheet metal on; and selling the truck I have now (would get $20K+ for her).

Am I crazy?
Guess it depends on sheet metal costs........
BR

05-31-2011, 06:32 PM	#1
Barney Rubble Registered User Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Queensland, Australia Posts: 120	total cost replacement sheet metal 59 apache stepside Still in the planning stages for a rebuild of my 59 apache stepside. I am considering a complete chassis 'swap' eg Scotts, No Limit; and also a crate engine; and complete disassembly for paint. My question is, has anyone priced up the complete list of replacement sheet metal (from LMC or similar) for this vehicle? Vehicle costs in Australia are very different to what you guys get to pay stateside. A show class vehicle is about $50000 here; a register-able beater is about $15000. Our aussie dollar is worth more than the USD at present ($1.07) I was thinking about getting the new chassis, and motor; putting all new sheet metal on; and selling the truck I have now (would get $20K+ for her). Am I crazy? Guess it depends on sheet metal costs........ BR



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