What Did You Do With Your Truck Today ?

[OrrieG]

Not reading the original post, I would say probably having the cab and radiator support in place. That will let you place it front to back so you do not hit the firewall (or know where to modify) and check radiator clearance. Side to side depends on header configuration and clearance to steering stuff. Up and down, upper clearance is usually not a problem except where the bellhousing hits the firewall/floorpan. Lower depends on pan location. Set the intake manifold carb mount level with the frame, that puts the engine/trans back down about 3-4 degrees.

[1-ton of fun]

i meant more like keeping the mounts lined up right with each other. i guess i can just build a jig for that

[1-ton of fun]

i guess i need to order the raditator and dizzy to know how much it needs to/can move back

[OrrieG]

Originally Posted by 1-ton of fun

i meant more like keeping the mounts lined up right with each other. i guess i can just build a jig for that

The frame has alignment holes left over from original construction on the line. I think the rails were set in to a pinned jig, then the crossmembers placed and riveted. Frame shops use the same holes for straightening. Make sure your frame is square (they do move) then pick two points on each side (shackle rivet, body mount hole center, alignment hole) and use that for reference. I would use a block similar to yours to check before final welding.

[Daze57]

http://youtu.be/yJ4hmKGKjbM

guys !!!! i know we are all truck and car fans - but i think we may have some competition for fans of a v v cool car/truck

enjoy

[skymangs]

Drove mine to work today.

[mknittle]

Originally Posted by skymangs

Drove mine to work today.

[blue57]

I got my windshield wipers all mounted back up with the new electric motor from brothers. Also got the tailgate mounted with the Mar-k trunions, hidden hinges and almost have the latches in.

[mknittle]

Originally Posted by Daze57

http://youtu.be/yJ4hmKGKjbM

guys !!!! i know we are all truck and car fans - but i think we may have some competition for fans of a v v cool car/truck

enjoy

That is funny! the Benny Hill theme is perfect!

[OrrieG]

bent lower door hinge (helped a little, may need more) and replaced the door regulator rollers. Hope my door ws arrives today so I can get the doors done this weekend, if not, will finish up the welding on the gas door.

[Bubba54]

I did a little rust repair on the passenger side rocker panel. I was able to do a little recycling in that the patch came from the drivers side rocker panel. The driver side had both ends pretty much gone, but the lower middle was in good shape.

[FarmerSid]

Nice repair! How do you like those panel clamps? I find the gap a bit too big.

[Bubba54]

They work well. What i do is fit the panel tight and mark where the clamps go, then i open that spot up a little more. If the seam is ever too tight i run my body saw blade between tacks to get a little gap.

[Bubba54]

Originally Posted by FarmerSid

Nice repair! How do you like those panel clamps? I find the gap a bit too big.

Another note about the clamps. Keep an eye on the the alignment. the clamps are not always made square.

As the clamp on the right.

[Daze57]

are these clamps american made? if not - it figures --- if so - it figures

sorry folks - i am concernened about quality control

especially when it come to parts for these old trucks - we try to make somethin nice
but ''newer' parts wont let us

[lowdownstar]

nice repair no body work needed !


Ray

[Atommik]

I bought my truck almost exactly 2 years ago...today I fired it up for the first time!!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mf9fe...ature=youtu.be

[Coach529]

Drove it.....finally!!

[arturo7]

Installed the front axle, assembled the rear.

[mknittle]

Originally Posted by Atommik

I bought my truck almost exactly 2 years ago...today I fired it up for the first time!!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mf9fe...ature=youtu.be

good news! that is one nice truck!

[Bubba54]

Originally Posted by lowdownstar

nice repair no body work needed !


Ray

Thanks, Thats what I always shoot for, but doesnt always come out that way. I just keep trying.

[Bubba54]

Originally Posted by Daze57

are these clamps american made? if not - it figures --- if so - it figures

sorry folks - i am concernened about quality control

especially when it come to parts for these old trucks - we try to make somethin nice
but ''newer' parts wont let us

Some came from Eastwood some from Harbor Frieght. Quality is about the same, big difference is the price.

[lowdownstar]

well i had the best day, i spent some time in the morning block sanding my rear fender getting it ready for paint and then spent the night watching my oldest son get married to a perfect young lady who i think is an angel. great day....



Ray

[mknittle]

Originally Posted by lowdownstar

well i had the best day, i spent some time in the morning block sanding my rear fender getting it ready for paint and then spent the night watching my oldest son get married to a perfect young lady who i think is an angel. great day....



Ray

Congratulations Ray!

[dubie]

Originally Posted by Coach529

Drove it.....finally!!

Sweet Jesus that turned out slick! How was the maiden voyage? What a sweet ride
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