Overseas 1965 C10

[2mas]

Got tires mounted.

[2mas]

Wheels and bed on truck. Fits perfect! Need an inch of trimming on front fenders. Removed rear springs to get max drop for now. Super happy!

[2mas]

Hydraboost testfitted. Will fit nice with a small chevy mc that is 1.5" shorter. I can move the whole unit out 1" by redesigning the rod bracket on the brakepedal.

[2mas]

Moosehrad radiator

[2mas]

Some thoughts on interior. I had my beige/sand bench done. I'm not happy with the colors I chose. Also it has some wrinkles, that most likely will get smoother once the seat is exposed for some heat/moister.

I sketched an idea I have. The idea was to go for an all red interior, like 60's impala or similar. But I changed my mind in last minute to sand color because the red was very difficult to match.

Here is what I have and what I'm thinking of. It has the horizontal panel part, to remind about the custom interiors in the 60's c10. Even though it was white in the original edition.

I think I have some learning to do before I can compete with Foose on the sketches... :-)

[2mas]

Finally got my truck delivered after almost 2 months in transit..
The work can begin!

[chevyfreek]

Very nice build, did you get back to Sweden? I would love to read more on the swap for the dmax that was put in their. Keep up the amazing work!

[2mas]

Working on the frame c-notch. Just had to pull it out to get a nice view..

[CHIZZLER]

Project is looking good.

[2mas]

Been working on the truck this week.
Put the rear bags mocked up. Had the bed, cab and motor removed.

/Thomas

[lower50's]

That is some good progress. I hated that part of the build when you take it apart again, seems like going backwards.

[2mas]

Work in pregress..
Getting some help from my 13y old son, his first real "cut-weld-grind" work! Removed a "bump" on the frame.

Next step is to have my 10y do something. He is actually really good with the mig welder.

[lower50's]

Does your 13yo complain when the sparks from the grinder or mig hit his skin? My boys do, I just say you will get used to it lol.

[2mas]

Actually the 13y complain more than the 10y
😀

[2mas]

Frame boxed.
Motor in almost the right place.
Flying home from Chicago today, with three very heavy bags...
4 link and Watts link

[2mas]

Picked this one up too 😀

[lower50's]

Oh that cap is beautiful!!!

[2mas]

Motor mounts done!
Next step is to weld them into the frame!
Lowered the motor and steering rack 1". Think I will need to put cab back before welding permanantly.. Better safe than..

[2mas]

Got some work done on engine mounts and trans mount. Trans pan is above frame rails 😀

[2mas]

Engine back. Drive shaft in place.

[2mas]

Finalizing the firewall and tunnel.

[lower50's]

That looks good! What guage?

[2mas]

1.25mm, I think that is 16 gauge

[2mas]

Put the bed on to set the ride height and ensure wheel position in the rear.

[lower50's]

Nice and low