Found my Great-Grandfathers 1959 GMC Apache

[Dan in Pasadena]

Originally Posted by SCHRUMGMC

...Is there something supposed to be there to hold the tailgate from going all the way down?

Just the chains. Are they there?

'58-'59 Fleetside chains are different than '55-'57. I don't know about '58-'59 step sides but I'd guess they're the same as prior years.

[SCHRUMGMC]

Yes sir they are, I saw something about Pivots and assumed there was something more. The Tail gate only has one small rusted through hole other then that I believe its savable.Two dents on the top left but that won't hurt anything

[mechanixman]

The whole step side bed assembly is the same from 54 to 80.

[SCHRUMGMC]

The Steps on the bed are taken off, but they have some rusted holes on the edges, I'd like to save them

[slow-1]

Originally Posted by mechanixman

The whole step side bed assembly is the same from 54 to 80.

Good info.

[slow-1]

Originally Posted by SCHRUMGMC

I'm actually making it as I type this.The store has everything you'll need for your truck

Is that Classic Muscle in Winston?

I am pulling for you on this one too Schrum...you never replied to my last PM.

[SCHRUMGMC]

I apologize Slow, I probably over-looked it


Its here in Claromont.

[apache200]

what is the name of it? Tommy's in shelby has alot of parts for our trucks to, and he usually keeps them in stock

[SCHRUMGMC]

Dave's Truck parts..It isn't that far from me

[slow-1]

I had never heard of them...they look like they have a good selection.

[SCHRUMGMC]

Oh they do, I've gone there to buy numerous of parts..I'll head up there when I get money to buy some things

[mechanixman]

Hey Schrum
Let's see that list!
I'm sure the guys with more experience will guide you once they see it.
i.e. "before you get a gas tank, make sure you want to keep it in the cab. For about the same price you can put one under the bed.
Just take a picture of it.

[SCHRUMGMC]

I'll type It.its late, and my Phone is almost dead(Can't send photos)

-Get the Title in my name
-Get Generator rebuilt
-Save up money for body patch panels
-Save up for Welding work
-Put a Gas Tank in (IN THE CAB)
-Put a headboard back on
-Put a Wood Bed in
-Buy a new Wind shield
Sandblast the Tailgate
Sandblast the Headlight Buckets
Take the truck to a Paint Shop

[59stepside]

Wow, a list! I think you did a good job getting title in your name as #1!

Try to break it down.

Get title transferred.
-----Call and find out what documents you need
-----Go to courthouse with all required doc
Get truck running.
-----Pull out generator
-----Rebuild generator
-----Install generator.
-----Obtain replacement filter
-----Replace glass gas filter with replacement.
Body work
-----cab
----------sandblast
----------body work
----------etc...
-----bed
----------sandblast
----------etc....
Etc.....

It will help keep you focused and seem productive when you can mark it off the list.

[SCHRUMGMC]

Originally Posted by 59stepside

Wow, a list! I think you did a good job getting title in your name as #1!

Try to break it down.

Get title transferred.
-----Call and find out what documents you need
-----Go to courthouse with all required doc
Get truck running.
-----Pull out generator
-----Rebuild generator
-----Install generator.
-----Obtain replacement filter
-----Replace glass gas filter with replacement.
Body work
-----cab
----------sandblast
----------body work
----------etc...
-----bed
----------sandblast
----------etc....
Etc.....

It will help keep you focused and seem productive when you can mark it off the list.

The Truck has already been Sandblasted and Primed

I need a Title to go to the Tag Office and some $$$ to get the actual Title

[coralhead]

Originally Posted by Henry50

I opened this thread expecting to see a really good build thread with 120 replies and 3,900 views.

Now that comment is priceless

Did the truck come with a title? Did the seller sign it over? Do you have a bill of sale? Those are the only documents you probably need to apply for a title along with some money. If the truck did not come with a title it may be a whole different ballgame.

Schrum, When was the truck blasted and primed? Was the primer sealed? How long has it been sitting outside in that condition? Has it been rained on regularly? These are questions I'm asking just because even though the trucks has been blasted/primed does not mean that it won't rust again. The primer is not a sealing paint. It is porous and will absorb moisture/rust again.

[coralhead]

Originally Posted by mechanixman

Geez I wish I had store like that near me. It'd make life so much easier.
Those glass filters are pretty cool, but like others have said, they can break.
So... did you make that list yet?

Nick, at your age it is better that you have to scrounge and make due with what you can find. You will learn more that way. When you are older you can buy new stuff when you have the extra money. Glad you got a list.

[slow-1]

Originally Posted by SCHRUMGMC

The Truck has already been Sandblasted and Primed

I need a Title to go to the Tag Office and some $$$ to get the actual Title

Get this done right away!

If you wait too long, the DMV will give you a hard time if the PO properly signed the title over to you...if he didn't, get him to do that TODAY!

[SCHRUMGMC]

Everything will be taken care of.I know what I need to get the New Title.Yes, I have the Title that he gave me.

Its been sitting outside for a year or so I think, some rust has came back through on the bed sides, I'll re-sandblast them and all the places that need it again

[Rude Dude]

Becareful on continous sandblasting the more you blast it the more the metal warps because of heat friction you end up with a uselees panel.

Originally Posted by SCHRUMGMC

Everything will be taken care of.I know what I need to get the New Title.Yes, I have the Title that he gave me.

Its been sitting outside for a year or so I think, some rust has came back through on the bed sides, I'll re-sandblast them and all the places that need it again

[SCHRUMGMC]

Thanks for the heads up man

[Custom 68]

Originally Posted by SCHRUMGMC

I use a different type of Sandblaster than what is normally used

Tell us more about this sandblaster? We are always looking for better tools.

I have a cheap blast cabinet and it is as slow as anything. I have not done anything large or used any different types but it sure does seem slow.
I just end up sanding my stuff.

[SCHRUMGMC]

I am uploading some more photos

[SCHRUMGMC]

More photos

[SCHRUMGMC]

And lastly