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Re: J.M. Laflamme Build
Well, Turkey weekend did not pan out the way we wanted. But, today we got a few hours in on her.
While the nose still on we made up some radiator support rods from 3/8 bar stock and welded 3/16 bolts on one end and washers on the other. This will make them adjustable for fitting the hood, fenders etc.
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With the rods in place, it was time to make sure the radiator still fit. Yes BTW, the hood does clear the radiator.
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With that fitted it was time to put the radiator away before something bad happens to it!
Now it was time to remove the fenders and get ready to cut pockets out of the firewall. By doing this we will be able to put the stock hinge plates back in. This is going a tad backwards but I chalk it up to "learn as you go" mistake. You can see with the last pic of the night, I cut out a pocket and tacked in the hinge part of the stock firewall. I then lose fitted the drivers side hinge, noting I have more clearance than needed. This will be touched up at the next go day. enjoy.
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man,, I love this build!!! pure talent sir!!!!
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Thank you sir!, but you give me waay too much credit. I call it "luck" and "determination".
So far this is the first set back if you can call it that. I just wasn't sure what to do with the nose at first. hopefully the firewall will be all prettied up by xmas for some nice finished pics. (again) lol! Brian ![]()
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Your doing a nice job Brian.
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Just read the whole thing this morning. Interesting build. One me build I have to keep up on!
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Got the radiator mounted, I was able to use the donor radiator support. Trimmed the lower pan to fit and married it to the 55's radiator support. Using one tie down in the middle of the radiator for now. Does anybody have a better solution?
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ok,
We got the hood mounted and the hinge pockets roughed out. Good thing for saving the old firewall. Just cut out the old sections and tacked them in. Then Started boxing them in, but... it was time to go to work. ![]() More pics when I get them all prettied up!
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Genius!!!!!
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About time some one else in the great north east is playing with one of these old trucks! Looking good! your doing one hell of nice job.
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I am in Easthampton. I'll shoot you a pm. Brian Posted via Mobile Device
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Got a little closer to finishing the hinge pockets today. Welded them up, smoothed them out and laid a skim of fiberglass jelly. Love this stuff, strong and easy to work with.
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Brian,,
I have looked this thread over at least 10 times,, and love it every time.. when you put the front fenders on for mock up, did the front wheels fit centered in the opening? I wish we were closer,, I'd love to help and learn form you!! well done.. Tinker |
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No they didn't appear to be centered. They looked a tad forward. This worried me until I started looking at other peoples builds. I think the tire is supposed to look like it is favoring the front of the fender. I do need to also do some rough alignment with the front end. The tires are toed out. Until I can get it aligned this fitment will have to do. is there something you see I should take another look at? Thanks, Brian
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yes,
I would have to say it is about that amount. The rim and tire size play a role in this too. You have to make sure once lowered that full turn one way and the other that it will clear the fender.
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Ok,
Here we go, We were able to finish up the hinge pockets today and get them fitted. We then fitted the hood and she now shuts nice! Everything has clearance, so not much to complain about. enjoy the pics...
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Love the chop look. Keep up the good work.
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Looking real nice. I like the stance.
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Nice job....Jim
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thanks guys!!!
Your kind words mean a lot! ![]() Brian
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I sure wish this was my truck!!
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thanks!
Now that the radiator is in and hoses connected, it was time to figure out what to use for an overflow container. We decided that an old fire extinguisher would make a good candidate. I'll get some brackets made up and mount it next to the radiator. Once painted and decaled it should be a good conversation piece. here is a pic in its rough state. Added a spout on the bottom and poof! should work nice. I should add, I also took the pin out of the top so it will breath. ![]() Brian
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now that is cool, something different
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