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10-08-2015, 12:52 PM
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Re: 1958 GMC Memorial Build
Truck went into powdercoating on Monday. Was told it would be ready for pickup next week.
I'll post pics when I have it back.
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10-13-2015, 02:35 PM
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Re: 1958 GMC Memorial Build
The frame is powder coated!
 Haven't seen it in person yet...picking it up later today. 
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10-13-2015, 03:30 PM
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Re: 1958 GMC Memorial Build
Looks real sharp.
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10-13-2015, 09:06 PM
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Re: 1958 GMC Memorial Build
Nice!
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10-14-2015, 02:47 PM
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Re: 1958 GMC Memorial Build
Looks great!
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11-23-2015, 04:46 PM
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Re: 1958 GMC Memorial Build
Truck is on to final assembly...
  
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11-23-2015, 04:59 PM
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Re: 1958 GMC Memorial Build
Frame looks real sharp.
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11-23-2015, 05:30 PM
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Re: 1958 GMC Memorial Build
Man, that's very nice!!
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11-23-2015, 07:03 PM
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Re: 1958 GMC Memorial Build
Sweet!!!! Like the change up in color choices.
For the body maybe do the grey with just the mint around the window wrap area???? really like the mint color.
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11-24-2015, 10:07 AM
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Re: 1958 GMC Memorial Build
Thanks everyone! I really like how it is turning out.
ptc - I was a bit hesitant to pull the trigger and go with the mint green but so far very happy I did. It will be a while before I have to pick final paint colors. When the cab gets back on I plan on doing so more photoshop work to see what looks best. Thanks for the suggestion!
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11-24-2015, 04:54 PM
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Re: 1958 GMC Memorial Build
I stopped out to the shop today to get some updated pics...
 
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11-24-2015, 06:48 PM
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Re: 1958 GMC Memorial Build
I like how you mounted the tank and compressors, slick
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11-24-2015, 08:17 PM
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Re: 1958 GMC Memorial Build
Nice progress.
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11-25-2015, 10:40 AM
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Re: 1958 GMC Memorial Build
Thanks again guys!
The air tank and compressors are mounted on Accuair's EXO Mount. It holds the compressors and valve manifold to the air tank and then the whole thing mounts to the truck's frame. The gas tank is a 55-59 Boyd Welding tank installed in reverse to allow the air tank and compressors to "hover" over it.
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11-25-2015, 10:07 PM
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Re: 1958 GMC Memorial Build
Frame looks great!
What are your plans for exhaust manifolds/headers??
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11-30-2015, 11:22 AM
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Hey Chuck - Thanks!
Right now I am not sure what I will run for the headers. I was leaning towards modifying some exhaust manifolds but really would prefer some nice headers. Such a tight fit between the frame and engine, not sure what headers will fit.
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11-30-2015, 06:42 PM
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Re: 1958 GMC Memorial Build
Can't wait to see how you do the bed
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12-01-2015, 12:32 PM
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Re: 1958 GMC Memorial Build
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Looks good under that bed!
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12-02-2015, 02:29 PM
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Re: 1958 GMC Memorial Build
Oh man...
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02-11-2016, 12:53 PM
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Re: 1958 GMC Memorial Build
Made a little parts order last week. Should have just about everything to get her on the road by spring!
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02-11-2016, 12:56 PM
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Re: 1958 GMC Memorial Build
That's got to pump you up!!
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02-11-2016, 01:08 PM
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Re: 1958 GMC Memorial Build
First up: Sweet new firewall
 Should look something like this when done... 
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02-11-2016, 01:13 PM
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Re: 1958 GMC Memorial Build
Looking good! - You'll love that new Champion Radiator! and all those other new parts!!!
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02-11-2016, 01:17 PM
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Re: 1958 GMC Memorial Build
@greystoke - it sure does!
A bunch of other things came up recently which made it difficult to see this project moving forward in the near future. After a bit of discussion with my awesome wife, I got the go-ahead to get it driving. Such an amazing feeling! In about two months this ol' girl will be on the road! (If the snow is gone, lol)
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02-11-2016, 01:18 PM
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@ptc - I have heard good things about the Champion Radiators. Glad to hear you think so too!
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