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10-13-2015, 10:06 AM
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My 1948 gmc build
Here's the start of my 48 gmc, using a 1950 frame. [IMG]
 [/IMG]The plans are a 4 inch drop axle in front and some kind of 4 link and bags in the rear. |
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10-13-2015, 10:11 AM
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Re: My 1948 gmc build
gotta luv those GMCs!!!
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10-13-2015, 10:17 AM
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Re: My 1948 gmc build
Got the 327 and the turbo 350 mounted.
[IMG]  [/IMG]I off set the engine to the right 2.25 inches and spaced the steering box out one inch. [IMG]  [/IMG]
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10-13-2015, 10:18 AM
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Re: My 1948 gmc build
Looks like a great start!!
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10-13-2015, 01:44 PM
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Re: My 1948 gmc build
Looking like great work so far. Out of curiosity why start with a 50 frame?
Im interested to see how this turns out. Most of the V8 swaps include a frame swap as well so Im curious to see how it all comes together! |
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10-13-2015, 11:57 PM
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Re: My 1948 gmc build
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Last edited by ADchevys; 10-14-2015 at 12:13 AM. |
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10-14-2015, 12:04 AM
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Re: My 1948 gmc build
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10-14-2015, 12:11 AM
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Re: My 1948 gmc build
Got the new leaf springs installed, still waiting on the drop axle. Any one have any good idea on what link setup to run on the rear. I want the back bumber on the ground.
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10-14-2015, 08:17 AM
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Re: My 1948 gmc build
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Hope all goes well with your build. I will be keeping and eye on it. |
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10-14-2015, 10:59 PM
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Re: My 1948 gmc build
Nice start. I forgot there really is a Home, ks. Not far from me. :-)
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10-23-2015, 12:48 AM
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Re: My 1948 gmc build
Not a real big up date, Got the rear stripped, and ordered a Gambino's Kustoms tail dragger kit.
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10-24-2015, 06:53 AM
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Re: My 1948 gmc build
Using a 54 bumber upside down so I can run exhaust through the cutout. The rear is out of mid sixtys truck.
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10-25-2015, 08:37 PM
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Re: My 1948 gmc build
I think I am going to find a different rear end. I don't like how much rust was on the axle tube. [IMG]
 [/IMG]The new mount would be right in this area. |
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10-28-2015, 12:41 AM
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Re: My 1948 gmc build
Got a rear end out of a 69 gmc and tacked into place. Still wating on the 4 link.
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11-03-2015, 05:22 AM
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Re: My 1948 gmc build
Got my axle back from Sid.
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11-04-2015, 09:15 AM
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Re: My 1948 gmc build
Got rear ended in my 50 Chevy on the way to work last night.[IMG]
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11-04-2015, 09:48 AM
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Re: My 1948 gmc build
Damn that sucks. But I'm in on this build. About to start on my 55 gmc series 1
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11-04-2015, 10:41 AM
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Re: My 1948 gmc build
make sure to get yourself checked out. That looks like a good smack on the back of the head...
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11-06-2015, 01:33 AM
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Re: My 1948 gmc build
Got the drop axle installed. Think I'm going to put 3 inch drop springs in also. [IMG]
 [/IMG]I also got the rear 4 link tacked in and stated on the notches. [IMG]  [/IMG][IMG]  [/IMG]
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11-06-2015, 03:27 AM
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Re: My 1948 gmc build
hey man, might want to run that rear axle up and down and watch what the pinion angle does, I have seen a lot of 4 links with upper bars in front of the axle instead of on top and they almost always have weird pinion issues, pointing down the more drop you get. If thats what happens, you will need to move the mounting points to the top of the axle.
looks like the lowers might hit the frame too, or is that an illusion?
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11-06-2015, 03:29 AM
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Re: My 1948 gmc build
That's plan every thing is lightly tacked.
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11-06-2015, 04:35 AM
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Re: My 1948 gmc build
The lowers will be close but I think they will clear. Thanks for the advice, any input is welcome
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11-06-2015, 09:48 AM
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Re: My 1948 gmc build
Looking good so far! Making good progress!
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11-10-2015, 06:15 PM
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Re: My 1948 gmc build
I'm in on this build. Subscribed. I am starting with pretty much the same thing. '53 GMC cab and frame. Mine is a 5 window split windshield. I will be keeping an eye on this build for ideas.
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11-11-2015, 05:19 AM
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Re: My 1948 gmc build
Got her back on the ground tonight. The front should come down another inch when I get the drop springs and the right size tire.
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