68 C50 Looongbed pickup build

[Deer_hunter_088]

Originally Posted by Stephen717

don't say that. you'll regret it if you sell it. I've wanted back the 73 camaro my dad sold since he sold it. and as for work all I did was take out the side markers that were from a 68 and tail lights and reverse lights that were from a 67

Might be sellin the bed, i dont like the 65 step bed. i want a period correct bed or a gmt400 step bed. but Ive always wanted an ole 3rd gen camaro.

[Hewfil1]

Originally Posted by Deer_hunter_088

Might be sellin the bed, i dont like the 65 step bed. i want a period correct bed or a gmt400 step bed. but Ive always wanted an ole 3rd gen camaro.

If the bed isn't swiss cheese I'll take it

[Deer_hunter_088]

Originally Posted by Hewfil1

If the bed isn't swiss cheese I'll take it

quite a far drive lol.


I want one to build to go FAST

[Stephen717]

so an 1980s camaro or late 1970s? because the third gens didn't start until 1982.

[Deer_hunter_088]

Originally Posted by Stephen717

so an 1980s camaro or late 1970s? because the third gens didn't start until 1982.

i want the 82 style, because ilike how they look, but an 80-82 i wouldnt mind.

[Stephen717]

That's cool. I've always liked the second gen 71s but I wouldn't mind having an 89 firebird

[JohnJ@RideTech]

This thing is cool!

[Deer_hunter_088]

Originally Posted by JohnJ@RideTech

This thing is cool!

Im waiting for his weekend update, and you live in Jasper Indiana?

[JohnJ@RideTech]

Originally Posted by Deer_hunter_088

Im waiting for his weekend update, and you live in Jasper Indiana?

I actually live in Owensboro KY but commute to Jasper for work. I noticed you aren't that far away from us.

[Deer_hunter_088]

Originally Posted by JohnJ@RideTech

I actually live in Owensboro KY but commute to Jasper for work. I noticed you aren't that far away from us.

Not at all man. mention the mount carmel aces at work i dare ya. we are Jaspers rivals, beat em by 1 point.

[Deer_hunter_088]

okay wheres the update bud?

[Stephen717]

Originally Posted by Deer_hunter_088

okay wheres the update bud?

It's been almost 2 months man. You've got us on the edge of our seats with excitement for you're latest update.

[rkn463]

Originally Posted by Stephen717

It's been almost 2 months man. You've got us on the edge of our seats with excitement for you're latest update.

Sorry for the lack of updates, I've been really busy with the fence project that I mentioned a while back. Very little has happened with the truck which has been very frustrating. Right now I'm still trying to get radiator hoses worked out. I would never have thought that hoses would be a problem... But they are!

I'll try to get an update with pictures in this week.

-Richard

[Deer_hunter_088]

Originally Posted by rkn463

Sorry for the lack of updates, I've been really busy with the fence project that I mentioned a while back. Very little has happened with the truck which has been very frustrating. Right now I'm still trying to get radiator hoses worked out. I would never have thought that hoses would be a problem... But they are!

I'll try to get an update with pictures in this week.

-Richard

At this rate imma get mine done before you bud

[rkn463]

Originally Posted by Deer_hunter_088

At this rate imma get mine done before you bud

Not convinced....

[Okiefromwatonga]

Love this build. Love how you come up with your solutions

[rkn463]

Originally Posted by Deer_hunter_088

I love seein the updates!

Originally Posted by Okiefromwatonga

Love this build. Love how you come up with your solutions

Thanks for hanging in through the extended silence. Unfortunately additional updates will be slow until the fence project is completed. I do have a bit more regarding an alteration to the alternator bracket but I need pictures to illustrate...

-Richard

[Advanced Design]

Nice work on the radiator mount and the battery tray / mount too. Looking forward to the tales of unavailable radiator hoses.

A half mile of fence is a bunch...getting that wrapped up soon?

[rkn463]

Originally Posted by Advanced Design

Nice work on the radiator mount and the battery tray / mount too. Looking forward to the tales of unavailable radiator hoses.

A half mile of fence is a bunch...getting that wrapped up soon?

Doug,
Nice to hear from you, I hope all is well with you and your family.

The radiator hose debacle is a sore spot but I promise I will share. Regarding the fence, I finally finished the cleanup phase last Saturday, we will start drilling holes in the rock tomorrow morning. We've built a lot of fence in the past but I have no experience with drilling in rock so I don't know how long the actual building will take. I just pray that we don't break an auger bit. Between the 12" and the 2" puff auger I'm in almost two grand, I really don't want to have to replace one! (The quote to have it built was exorbitant)

-Richard

[Deer_hunter_088]

Originally Posted by rkn463

Doug,
Nice to hear from you, I hope all is well with you and your family.

The radiator hose debacle is a sore spot but I promise I will share. Regarding the fence, I finally finished the cleanup phase last Saturday, we will start drilling holes in the rock tomorrow morning. We've built a lot of fence in the past but I have no experience with drilling in rock so I don't know how long the actual building will take. I just pray that we don't break an auger bit. Between the 12" and the 2" puff auger I'm in almost two grand, I really don't want to have to replace one! (The quote to have it built was exorbitant)

-Richard

I FOUND THE SOLUTION TO YOUR HOSE PROBLEM!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! that flex stuff, atleast for a temp so you can DRIVE the thing. weve used it for years on my bils truck, and no overheat problem. just ziptie it so it dont get caught in somethin like i found out

[LynnB]

You sir, are a retard (and a genius). Welcome to the club. I am president of our local chapter (retard club... afraid I haven't achieve genius yet).

I don't know how I missed this thread. Freakin awesome build. I love old trucks, especially the BIG ones.

Your thread reminds me of two of my past ventures.

1. Back in the 70's I was a part time youth pastor. The church owned this old worn out converted 60's school bus with a REALLY worn out GMC V6. It would barely run. I volunteered my time to swap in a tall deck 427 out of a big Chevy truck. Lots of little issues, but got it done. Used a Holley 780 carb and ran dual 2.5 inch exhaust all the way out the back. Not nearly as extensive as your project, but it did remind me of that swap. I was working at a Buick dealership at the time and they let me bring the bus to the dealership for the swap.

2. I just finished a great build putting a 1972 C50 drive train in my 49 Studebaker farm truck. I upgraded the 350 engine to a moder roller cam. Lots of issues, but really a fun project... again, not nearly as involved as yours. Very abbreviated build thread here, just in case someone is interested: http://forum.studebakerdriversclub.c...ans-into-2R16A

Laughed out loud when I read this:

In cutting the rivets out I had slightly cut into the plates which ultimately creates a weak spot where a crack might form right where it will bolt back together. So I went to weld them up and on the very first arc a molten ball of slag dropped through one of the many holes in my work jeans, rolled down my leg, into my boot and came to rest on top of my foot.

BTW, I have done this twice, albeit while using a cutting torch. I have a scar on the instep of each foot. i TOLD you I was president of the local chapter.

I also set my pants on fire in Jan 2015 while cutting some huge pieces of steel. My wife was helping me by standing on the steel. She had a fire extinquisher in her hand, but didn't realize I was on fire. I said: "Really? I'm on fire and you won't put me out?" Of course, she would have if she had realized what was going on. She is an angel, and helps me with ALL my bone headed projects.

REALLY looking forward to seeing the rest of this. My hat is off to you.

Lynn

[rkn463]

Originally Posted by Deer_hunter_088

I FOUND THE SOLUTION TO YOUR HOSE PROBLEM!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! that flex stuff, atleast for a temp so you can DRIVE the thing. weve used it for years on my bils truck, and no overheat problem. just ziptie it so it dont get caught in somethin like i found out

I think I may have the hose situation worked out - stay tuned for updates...

Originally Posted by LynnB

You sir, are a retard (and a genius). Welcome to the club. I am president of our local chapter (retard club... afraid I haven't achieve genius yet).

I don't know how I missed this thread. Freakin awesome build. I love old trucks, especially the BIG ones.

Your thread reminds me of two of my past ventures.

1. Back in the 70's I was a part time youth pastor. The church owned this old worn out converted 60's school bus with a REALLY worn out GMC V6. It would barely run. I volunteered my time to swap in a tall deck 427 out of a big Chevy truck. Lots of little issues, but got it done. Used a Holley 780 carb and ran dual 2.5 inch exhaust all the way out the back. Not nearly as extensive as your project, but it did remind me of that swap. I was working at a Buick dealership at the time and they let me bring the bus to the dealership for the swap.

2. I just finished a great build putting a 1972 C50 drive train in my 49 Studebaker farm truck. I upgraded the 350 engine to a moder roller cam. Lots of issues, but really a fun project... again, not nearly as involved as yours. Very abbreviated build thread here, just in case someone is interested: http://forum.studebakerdriversclub.c...ans-into-2R16A

Laughed out loud when I read this:

In cutting the rivets out I had slightly cut into the plates which ultimately creates a weak spot where a crack might form right where it will bolt back together. So I went to weld them up and on the very first arc a molten ball of slag dropped through one of the many holes in my work jeans, rolled down my leg, into my boot and came to rest on top of my foot.

BTW, I have done this twice, albeit while using a cutting torch. I have a scar on the instep of each foot. i TOLD you I was president of the local chapter.

I also set my pants on fire in Jan 2015 while cutting some huge pieces of steel. My wife was helping me by standing on the steel. She had a fire extinquisher in her hand, but didn't realize I was on fire. I said: "Really? I'm on fire and you won't put me out?" Of course, she would have if she had realized what was going on. She is an angel, and helps me with ALL my bone headed projects.

REALLY looking forward to seeing the rest of this. My hat is off to you.

Lynn

Lynn, glad you enjoyed it! That is funny about the wife not putting you out when you were on fire, good visual! I went over to the other forum and checked out your build but was disappointed that I need a login to see the photos. I'm not sure why so many forums do that; I may go back and sign up so that I can see the pictures. I had followed a few of your posts since you've been on here and thought that you had posted at least one picture on thsi forum but couldn't find it just now.

Oh, I am proud to be in the retard club myself

-Richard

[Deer_hunter_088]

Originally Posted by rkn463

I think I may have the hose situation worked out - stay tuned for updates...



Lynn, glad you enjoyed it! That is funny about the wife not putting you out when you were on fire, good visual! I went over to the other forum and checked out your build but was disappointed that I need a login to see the photos. I'm not sure why so many forums do that; I may go back and sign up so that I can see the pictures. I had followed a few of your posts since you've been on here and thought that you had posted at least one picture on thsi forum but couldn't find it just now.

Oh, I am proud to be in the retard club myself

-Richard

Rich, im starting to seriously wonder if my truck will be done before yours, got a grill comin may 6th, and it runs and drives, and has ALL the rad hoses

[rkn463]

Originally Posted by Deer_hunter_088

Rich, im starting to seriously wonder if my truck will be done before yours, got a grill comin may 6th, and it runs and drives, and has ALL the rad hoses

You may indeed, keep after it.

-Richard

[Deer_hunter_088]

Originally Posted by rkn463

You may indeed, keep after it.

-Richard

I plan to, but i wanna see your big truck run. and drive, and be awesome, and all that.