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03-07-2017, 12:25 AM
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1951 long bed build
This was the truck i pulled from the weeds. All the wheels were locked up it was last licenses in 1993. Motor was free buddy had it sitting behind his shop figured it was time to do something with it.
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03-07-2017, 12:26 AM
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Re: 1951 long bed build
I got it bought from him and the work started in october of last year.
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03-07-2017, 12:33 AM
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Re: 1951 long bed build
Demo of the s10
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03-07-2017, 12:35 AM
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Re: 1951 long bed build
Boxing the frame and extending it 28 inches
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03-07-2017, 12:39 AM
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Re: 1951 long bed build
Progress came to a halt when i had a bad wreck. My buddy says never go faster then your angel can fly.... at least im still here to talk about it
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03-07-2017, 12:48 AM
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Re: 1951 long bed build
Frame extension measurements if anybody is interested they fit perfect
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03-07-2017, 12:53 AM
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Re: 1951 long bed build
Ill try to post all the pictures if my build in the next couple days. Let me know id be happy to answer any questions from my experience im not a professional builder just a guy in his garage.
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03-07-2017, 12:56 AM
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Re: 1951 long bed build
Demo of the 51'
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03-07-2017, 12:59 AM
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Re: 1951 long bed build
Setting bed and cab on frame
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03-07-2017, 01:01 AM
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Re: 1951 long bed build
Building core support mount
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03-07-2017, 01:07 AM
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Re: 1951 long bed build
Setting box height, raising bed floor and fitting running boards
If you notice the top picture is after i played with the cab shims to get the hood to close properly Last edited by Mw548; 03-07-2017 at 01:23 AM. |
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03-07-2017, 01:15 AM
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Re: 1951 long bed build
Purchases some chrome baby moons in craigslist. Had to set them next to the truck for kicks. Need wheel spacers to clear box.
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03-07-2017, 01:17 AM
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Re: 1951 long bed build
Steering colomn and brake pedal/booster master cylinder placement
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03-07-2017, 01:19 AM
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Re: 1951 long bed build
Leather seats from an astro van i have to come up with a way to mount them. I think im gonna put something over the stock seat riser then bolt it down
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03-07-2017, 03:28 PM
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Re: 1951 long bed build
Looking Good , Nice project . How long has it taken from field to now ?
Two things I'd shorten the steering column and raise the seats so you are looking out of the center of the windshield . Keep on Trucking' 
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03-07-2017, 03:42 PM
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Re: 1951 long bed build
Haha that all dependa on preference and being im 6'5 i dont need to raise the seat im actually seeing part of the sun visor in my vision and the steering colomn could shorten a hair but it feels good if i go much lower i hit my legs on the wheel when i sit in it. I started working in october but had to stop for a bit when i wrecked the bike.
Last edited by Mw548; 03-07-2017 at 03:51 PM. |
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03-07-2017, 03:51 PM
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Re: 1951 long bed build
Now That's what I call Progress !
Wrecking the bike , Not Good ! Wrecking yourself , Really NOT good !  Keep on Trucking'
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03-07-2017, 06:36 PM
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Re: 1951 long bed build
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03-08-2017, 01:03 AM
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Re: 1951 long bed build
I Really like the long beds. So rare and equally cool.
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03-09-2017, 09:58 PM
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Re: 1951 long bed build
Well today i got the wire harmess in and mostly hooked up the good part was it turned over with the key. Just have to get fuel lines routed and extend wire harness to the fuel pump.
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04-14-2017, 05:04 AM
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Re: 1951 long bed build
What is everybody putting for a radiator in these looking to do electric fans also?
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06-27-2017, 11:15 PM
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Re: 1951 long bed build
Well got tranny lines and coolant lines hooked up and after starting it and letting it run have no leaks. I did have to fab a tee for piping on heater core due to the s10 factory radiator is where one of the heater core lines ran. I ended up using a 1965 mustang radiator with internal tranny cooler and electric fan setup.
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06-28-2017, 11:00 AM
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Re: 1951 long bed build
I dig the long bed setup.
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06-29-2017, 02:55 AM
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Re: 1951 long bed build
Mw548
Hey dude if you put a SBC between your legs, you'd better be in leathers from head to toe.. Hope no broken bones and the least amount of "road rash"!!! Fun, fun, fun build Keep on keepin on Nut Case
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06-29-2017, 06:30 AM
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Re: 1951 long bed build
5.3 waiting in the garage just not in budget yet. I also knew if i converted to 5.3 it would take me alot longer.
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