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fuel68 · 01-23-2007, 11:28 PM

Here is a pic of the new project. I am also going to pick up a 55 shortbed on saturday included is a 56 big back window cab. I will take the three and hopefully make one. Plans are for an a-arm or strut front end, stock rear rails,4-link with drag radials and eventually a turbo or procharger. Something very different than the ordinary

And something with 1000+ HP

texascowboy593 · 01-24-2007, 04:56 AM

You've got a good start there!

CAL 58 GMC · 01-24-2007, 12:44 PM

Looks & sounds like a good start. Keep us all update on your project.

fuel68 · 01-24-2007, 01:43 PM

Cal 58- Your truck is unbelievable, love that color. I am excited to get started on the project that has been sitting for about 3 years. I have a good bit of the suspension already and just need to get some time to start. Also, I may not use that big back window cab, but what is it worth if I were to sell it. It has the usual rust and the dash is rough. I will try and get some pics of it this weekend. Just wondering what to ask if I don't use it? Thanks again!

Ben

CAL 58 GMC · 01-24-2007, 03:57 PM

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Originally Posted by fuel68

Cal 58- Your truck is unbelievable, love that color. I am excited to get started on the project that has been sitting for about 3 years. I have a good bit of the suspension already and just need to get some time to start. Also, I may not use that big back window cab, but what is it worth if I were to sell it. It has the usual rust and the dash is rough. I will try and get some pics of it this weekend. Just wondering what to ask if I don't use it? Thanks again!

Ben

Thanks Ben. It really depends on the condition of the cab. I would say in good condition it should be worth around $800 to $1,000.

1-ton of fun · 01-24-2007, 04:04 PM

yeah, i actually prefer the look of the small back window myself. i am doing the same thing, i have two trucks, trying to end up with one complete truck

1-ton of fun · 01-24-2007, 04:04 PM

are you building a long bed or short bed?

fuel68 · 01-24-2007, 04:36 PM

Thanks for the info on the cab price...Mine is going to be a shortbed stepside...the one in the pic is an extra long bed and I just didn't like the look or the weight of the extra metal. I hope to have some more pics up soon. This weekend I plan to get the 55 home and take the bed off and start on rear suspension. We are in the process of finishing up a 90 LX mustang to run in some local 10" tire races and that has consumed all of my spare time. BTW, the mustang will have a SBC in it

1-ton of fun · 01-24-2007, 04:56 PM

i am keeping mine a long bed, it is just going to be a 500 hp cruiser, so weight is not a huge concern i like the look of the longer bed, plus i like to be different, that's why i am building a '59 3/4 ton and using a '55 1/2 ton for parts.

entourageguy · 01-24-2007, 09:45 PM

We like pictures......

Brian ...

fuel68 · 01-25-2007, 04:30 PM

I should have many more this weekend...I am trying to go through some pics of my suspension stuff I already have so I can post some pics of it. Plans are for 15x10 alumastar hopefully and 325 M/T Drag radials. Where is the best place to get the Mustang II IFS stuff at? Anybody have any good deals on the stuff? Thanks guys...

Ben

fuel68 · 01-26-2007, 02:36 PM

Well, I will have new pics up soon soon. I am still going to get the 55 pickup but here is what I bought last night. I dunno if it will go in the truck first, but eventually it will find its way between the frame rails. I bought Procharger, brackets, tubing, belts, and pullies in this picture. It is a D3 capable of 1800HP. In a 3000lb. Vega with a 355 SBC it ran 8.80's on pump gas. I can't wait. Pics below

entourageguy · 01-26-2007, 09:17 PM

Isn't that an interesting aquisition ........

Brian ...

CAL 58 GMC · 01-27-2007, 05:20 PM

WOW! What a motor that is!! I hope you have a good part time job to pay for all of those rear tires your going to need!

pgf545 · 01-27-2007, 07:24 PM

Those super chargers are nice. A friend did one on his truck and he said it hauls.

Bernie

watahyahknow · 01-27-2007, 08:27 PM

WOW keep us informed on all that

Daniel U · 01-28-2007, 04:12 AM

2 words: Wheelie bar

fuel68 · 01-28-2007, 12:23 PM

haha...I dunno about any sissy bars for the truck

I got the other two trucks home but forgot the camera. I will try and have pics up this week. The 56 big back window cab is in real good shape, and the 55 pickup is no worse than normal. Should be able to make one good truck out of three. Have a great weekend everyone!!!

Ben

fuel68 · 02-07-2007, 09:46 AM

Here is a pic of my cousin with the D3 Procharger. I still have no new pics of the other trucks as work has been crazy. Also the slow process is due in part to my acquring a 67 Chevy II hardtop for a daily driver. I will keep you updated!!!

watahyahknow · 02-07-2007, 01:51 PM

thats a monster , be careful when slamming the hood the first time its under there it might put a big dent in it

hey ya'll watch this :P http://youtube.com/watch?v=v0qeYd5gcnQ the object is halfway down the movie must be somewhere from texas

01-23-2007, 11:28 PM	#1
fuel68 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Winchester Posts: 30	My 57 Project Here is a pic of the new project. I am also going to pick up a 55 shortbed on saturday included is a 56 big back window cab. I will take the three and hopefully make one. Plans are for an a-arm or strut front end, stock rear rails,4-link with drag radials and eventually a turbo or procharger. Something very different than the ordinary And something with 1000+ HP

01-24-2007, 04:56 AM	#2
texascowboy593 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Southeast Tx Posts: 1,302	Re: My 57 Project You've got a good start there! __________________ "The rays of light thru the Shiner Bock bottle make me wanna turn the key and put down the throttle...and get lost down 35" - Jason Boland www.YouTube.com/user/593Films - Watch My Videos! 1977 Silverado K10 2014 Dodge Durango (Wife-mobile) 2008 Dodge Ram Lone Star Edition (Daily driver)

01-24-2007, 12:44 PM	#3
CAL 58 GMC Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Clovis Ca. Posts: 3,311	Re: My 57 Project Looks & sounds like a good start. Keep us all update on your project. __________________ Classic Trucks Link http://www.classictrucks.com/feature...uck/index.html 1958 GMC.Project Build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=162816 1966 Chevelle Build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=443576 Video http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=prrNKo8F7Zw#GU5U2spHI_4

01-24-2007, 01:43 PM	#4
fuel68 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Winchester Posts: 30	Re: My 57 Project Cal 58- Your truck is unbelievable, love that color. I am excited to get started on the project that has been sitting for about 3 years. I have a good bit of the suspension already and just need to get some time to start. Also, I may not use that big back window cab, but what is it worth if I were to sell it. It has the usual rust and the dash is rough. I will try and get some pics of it this weekend. Just wondering what to ask if I don't use it? Thanks again! Ben

01-24-2007, 04:04 PM	#6
1-ton of fun polishing a turd Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: houston, tx Posts: 674	Re: My 57 Project yeah, i actually prefer the look of the small back window myself. i am doing the same thing, i have two trucks, trying to end up with one complete truck

01-24-2007, 04:04 PM	#7
1-ton of fun polishing a turd Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: houston, tx Posts: 674	Re: My 57 Project are you building a long bed or short bed?

01-24-2007, 04:36 PM	#8
fuel68 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Winchester Posts: 30	Re: My 57 Project Thanks for the info on the cab price...Mine is going to be a shortbed stepside...the one in the pic is an extra long bed and I just didn't like the look or the weight of the extra metal. I hope to have some more pics up soon. This weekend I plan to get the 55 home and take the bed off and start on rear suspension. We are in the process of finishing up a 90 LX mustang to run in some local 10" tire races and that has consumed all of my spare time. BTW, the mustang will have a SBC in it

01-24-2007, 04:56 PM	#9
1-ton of fun polishing a turd Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: houston, tx Posts: 674	Re: My 57 Project i am keeping mine a long bed, it is just going to be a 500 hp cruiser, so weight is not a huge concern i like the look of the longer bed, plus i like to be different, that's why i am building a '59 3/4 ton and using a '55 1/2 ton for parts. __________________ 59 chevy apache 31 4x4 - my project: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s....php?p=8668512 53 buick special - straight 8 sled - blow through turbo 47 gmc - flatbed hot rod build 99 ford econoline e350 - 4x4 converted family roadtrip/overlanding rig AKA 'Monstervan' AKA 'Daddy-Van'

01-24-2007, 09:45 PM	#10
entourageguy Yellow truck club Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Barrie Ontario Posts: 2,080	Re: My 57 Project We like pictures...... Brian ... __________________ ................................................................ Brian ...... My hub garage address http://www.hubgarage.com/mygarage/59apache I gue$$ everything has it'$ price ALL GONE NOW *59 Chev Apache* *PRAISE THE LOWERED* 350 700r lokar shifter power MII front end, shockwaves tilt, 4 wheel discs 4-link and bags 10 bolt limited

01-25-2007, 04:30 PM	#11
fuel68 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Winchester Posts: 30	Re: My 57 Project I should have many more this weekend...I am trying to go through some pics of my suspension stuff I already have so I can post some pics of it. Plans are for 15x10 alumastar hopefully and 325 M/T Drag radials. Where is the best place to get the Mustang II IFS stuff at? Anybody have any good deals on the stuff? Thanks guys... Ben

01-26-2007, 02:36 PM	#12
fuel68 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Winchester Posts: 30	Re: My 57 Project Well, I will have new pics up soon soon. I am still going to get the 55 pickup but here is what I bought last night. I dunno if it will go in the truck first, but eventually it will find its way between the frame rails. I bought Procharger, brackets, tubing, belts, and pullies in this picture. It is a D3 capable of 1800HP. In a 3000lb. Vega with a 355 SBC it ran 8.80's on pump gas. I can't wait. Pics below Last edited by fuel68; 01-26-2007 at 02:37 PM.

01-26-2007, 09:17 PM	#13
entourageguy Yellow truck club Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Barrie Ontario Posts: 2,080	Re: My 57 Project Isn't that an interesting aquisition ........ Brian ... __________________ ................................................................ Brian ...... My hub garage address http://www.hubgarage.com/mygarage/59apache I gue$$ everything has it'$ price ALL GONE NOW *59 Chev Apache* *PRAISE THE LOWERED* 350 700r lokar shifter power MII front end, shockwaves tilt, 4 wheel discs 4-link and bags 10 bolt limited

01-27-2007, 05:20 PM	#14
CAL 58 GMC Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Clovis Ca. Posts: 3,311	Re: My 57 Project WOW! What a motor that is!! I hope you have a good part time job to pay for all of those rear tires your going to need! __________________ Classic Trucks Link http://www.classictrucks.com/feature...uck/index.html 1958 GMC.Project Build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=162816 1966 Chevelle Build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=443576 Video http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=prrNKo8F7Zw#GU5U2spHI_4 Last edited by CAL 58 GMC; 01-28-2007 at 01:45 PM.

01-27-2007, 07:24 PM	#15
pgf545 Registered User Join Date: May 2006 Location: Santa Fe,Texas Posts: 933	Re: My 57 Project Those super chargers are nice. A friend did one on his truck and he said it hauls. Bernie __________________ 52 Chevy Truck (Dad's) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=206021

01-27-2007, 08:27 PM	#16
watahyahknow Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: the netherlands europe Posts: 4,335	Re: My 57 Project WOW keep us informed on all that __________________ i got a job again and having fun at it too idea's for the trucks and the order of things to do are taking shape and get closer to being realized , a few more months and i be able to start building for real i complete 2 of the trucks intoo running fashion one custom and one basicly stock the thirth will be sacrificed for parts



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01-28-2007, 04:12 AM	#17
Daniel U Registered User Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Central Coast, CA. Posts: 1,202	Re: My 57 Project 2 words: Wheelie bar __________________ Mom's 1954 (TBI 5.7/700R4/14 bolt 4:10) 5 Chevrolet window 3/4 ton long bed Pick up build thread ->http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=228674 My 1954 (TPI 5.7/700R4/10 bolt 3:73) Chevrolet 5 window 1/2 ton short bed Pick up build thread->http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...3&goto=newpost 1960 (400/T350/?) Apache 10 short/fleet side-big window 1973 (TPI 5.7/700R4/14 bolt 4:10 w DANA 60 front) Chevrolet Cheyenne 4X4 2013 (Vortec 5.3/6-speed 6L90 automatic) Sierra LT CREW CAB Doing my part to warm the globe

01-28-2007, 12:23 PM	#18
fuel68 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Winchester Posts: 30	Re: My 57 Project haha...I dunno about any sissy bars for the truck I got the other two trucks home but forgot the camera. I will try and have pics up this week. The 56 big back window cab is in real good shape, and the 55 pickup is no worse than normal. Should be able to make one good truck out of three. Have a great weekend everyone!!! Ben

02-07-2007, 09:46 AM	#19
fuel68 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Winchester Posts: 30	Re: My 57 Project Here is a pic of my cousin with the D3 Procharger. I still have no new pics of the other trucks as work has been crazy. Also the slow process is due in part to my acquring a 67 Chevy II hardtop for a daily driver. I will keep you updated!!!

02-07-2007, 01:51 PM	#20
watahyahknow Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: the netherlands europe Posts: 4,335	Re: My 57 Project thats a monster , be careful when slamming the hood the first time its under there it might put a big dent in it hey ya'll watch this :P http://youtube.com/watch?v=v0qeYd5gcnQ the object is halfway down the movie must be somewhere from texas __________________ i got a job again and having fun at it too idea's for the trucks and the order of things to do are taking shape and get closer to being realized , a few more months and i be able to start building for real i complete 2 of the trucks intoo running fashion one custom and one basicly stock the thirth will be sacrificed for parts Last edited by watahyahknow; 02-07-2007 at 02:01 PM.

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