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Old 04-18-2007, 09:47 AM   #1
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The column drop still needs some finishing touches but it works, lower column mount is in, tailgate latches and straps are done, and the inner panel and outer door skins are FINISHED! Total pain in the butt to get smooth and the right convex curve. Now working on the edge of the step (sorta rocker panel). It was replaced by the previous owner but got very flattened when I had it sand blasted. Enjoy PS: I have more pics of the door job if you are interested.
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Old 04-18-2007, 10:40 AM   #2
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Sorry about that.
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Old 04-18-2007, 01:19 PM   #3
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Nice work .....Guess it never gets done..The labor of Love !!!
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Old 04-18-2007, 03:20 PM   #4
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"Never Done" made me laugh. My not so understanding wife said "Gee, you're almost done" Yeah right.
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Old 04-18-2007, 03:49 PM   #5
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"Never Done" made me laugh. My not so understanding wife said "Gee, you're almost done" Yeah right.

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Old 04-18-2007, 05:29 PM   #6
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interesting firewall treatment...can you provide more pics please!
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Old 04-18-2007, 07:38 PM   #7
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"Never Done" made me laugh. My not so understanding wife said "Gee, you're almost done" Yeah right.
Every weekend I hear that statement. That and she calls me the ghetto chip foose.lol "Hey its dinner time Mr. Chip Foose.lol
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Old 04-19-2007, 12:12 AM   #8
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Where did you get that cool louvered tailgate skin? That truck is coming along very nicely. Always a pleasure to see the progress shots.
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Old 04-19-2007, 07:39 AM   #9
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interesting firewall treatment...can you provide more pics please!
The firewall and floor are from Direct Sheetmetal with a 4" set back for a big block.

The tailgate is not a skin, it came as you see. You can get it with the stock latch tabs or smooth like mine. I got it through AutoBody Specialties in Middlefield,Ct but they are just a distributor. It was around $285 (ouch) but worth it. I think Brothers has them too.
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Old 04-19-2007, 07:43 AM   #10
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Added tailgate pic.
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Old 04-19-2007, 11:55 AM   #11
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i love the firewall, i'v been trying to find one so i can bluprint it and fab my own, but it looks like i'll have to break down and bye one.....the truck looks great.
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Old 04-20-2007, 01:25 PM   #12
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I think for anyone going "all out custom" this truck is going to raise the bar! Really clean work, it looks very nice!
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Old 04-21-2007, 11:50 AM   #13
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Man thats really some nice work you have done! I like the way your steering column comes through you firewall.
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Old 04-24-2007, 01:12 PM   #14
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Thank you Jebb and Cal, it sure feels good to get a pat on the back from you guys.
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