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06-14-2018, 09:52 AM | #1 |
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Re: 66 C50 Cummins build aka Big Stupid
The 14 bolt that was in the C30 wasn’t wide enough and the tires hit the leaf springs so I swapped it out for a Dana 80 that’s 10” wider.
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06-15-2018, 11:38 AM | #2 |
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Re: 66 C50 Cummins build aka Big Stupid
Looking good.
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07-08-2018, 10:04 AM | #3 |
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Re: 66 C50 Cummins build aka Big Stupid
Haven’t made much progress and behind on schedule. Got married and went on a 10 day honeymoon so that pretty much ate up the month of June. I started working on mounting the cab and came up with these bolt on cab mounts. Goal is to have the truck done in the next 2 weeks.
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07-14-2018, 10:50 AM | #4 |
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Re: 66 C50 Cummins build aka Big Stupid
Took a few minutes to tear down the front of the Cummins engine to check on the “killer dowl pin” that they use during assembly to align the front gear cover to the engine block. The dowl pin can come out and fall into the gear drive and ruin the whole motor. I found mine had backed out about 3/8” so it was well on its way to destruction. I knocked it back in and made a hold down tab for it so it won’t be an issue in the future.
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07-18-2018, 03:21 PM | #5 | |
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Anyway love the truck. I am on the hunt for that grill I love that thing. |
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07-18-2018, 10:03 AM | #7 |
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Re: 66 C50 Cummins build aka Big Stupid
Yes I plan on going back with the flatbed that was on it but I was planning on cutting it down to a 12' bed. The C30 frame wheelbase is 14" shorter than the C50 frame and I don't want the flatbed hanging way off the frame. Figured a 12' bed would make it easier to drive around also and get in and out of parking lots. I plan on driving this thing a bunch once its done.
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07-18-2018, 09:01 PM | #8 |
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Re: 66 C50 Cummins build aka Big Stupid
I'm along for the show... LOOKS GREAT what You have done so far.
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07-19-2018, 10:28 AM | #9 |
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Re: 66 C50 Cummins build aka Big Stupid
Just found this build & I'm joining the list & waiting for progress updates.
Cool truck.
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07-19-2018, 06:11 PM | #10 |
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Re: 66 C50 Cummins build aka Big Stupid
I like the color choice on the wheels! It really looks great. Yeah, the KDP issue can really ruin your wallet.
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07-29-2018, 10:57 PM | #11 |
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Busted my ass last week trying to get it done for a local car show my friends and I put on. Didnt make it. Here’s how she sits now with all new front end parts, 3” drop spindles and 4” drop shackle kit. Can’t wait to get it done and drive this thing.
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07-29-2018, 10:58 PM | #12 |
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Ended up with 833 cars, trucks,and bikes at the show. I took my panel and set up a booth to sell my metal stuff.
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07-30-2018, 03:52 PM | #13 |
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Re: 66 C50 Cummins build aka Big Stupid
The truck is looking sweet! I hate missing dead lines I set for myself too! 833, that is a huge show! Great work!
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08-12-2018, 01:24 AM | #14 |
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After some very frustrating nights of trying to get it to start with no success I started over with the fuel system. I had swapped over the lines from the donor. Upon further checking I found a collapsed rubber line. I made new lines and it instantly started. Now I have to go through and cut up the donor truck harness and make it all work inside the truck. I generally like using the donor vehicle wiring harness, fuse box, etc during the swap to make life easy. Only have to wire up the lights and the ignition switch. I also made some gas tank hanger strap pieces.
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08-12-2018, 01:26 AM | #15 |
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I am using the donor trucks plastic fuel tank as well. It tucks up under the cab partially and fits really well. I made some mounts for it.
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08-12-2018, 01:36 AM | #16 |
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I got the rear end welded up. I then made a battery tray. Sorry the pic is terrible. I wanted to keep the battery close to the starter so I decided to mount it on the side of the frame next to the drivers side front cab mount. I needed it to be close to he body for ground clearance but that makes it hard to swap or install cables. I got creative and I made side matching plates that have a slot in them and allow the battery tray to slice down 4” since this plates are welded to the frame and not the tray. Install the battery then slide it up into place and lock it down with the 4 bolts that go through the side brackets and into the lower battery tray. Works out great.
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08-13-2018, 06:25 PM | #17 | |
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I can use a floor jack if @ home/the shop but it can also be removed as long as you can bench press the initial weight of the batt w/tray. I built it to allow service regardless of where it is. The battery also has the top + side terminals for easy-ish jump start connections. Cumbersome, but serviceable. Definitely cleaned up the engine compartment.
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09-04-2018, 06:09 PM | #18 |
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That's REALLY rad!
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09-05-2018, 05:42 PM | #19 |
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It's looking sweet!
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09-06-2018, 09:51 AM | #20 |
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Re: 66 C50 Cummins build aka Big Stupid
Man, this one has me really thinking of getting the C60 my cousin has at this shop...
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09-06-2018, 10:31 AM | #21 |
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Thanks!
Thanks! Do it!
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09-23-2018, 10:59 PM | #22 |
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Didn’t like how high and long the flatbed is so I decided to cut it up some.
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09-23-2018, 11:00 PM | #23 |
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Cut about 3’ off the end of the flatbed and cut the frame rails down to get it to sit lower.
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09-23-2018, 11:02 PM | #24 |
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Started making the notches to go around the wheels.
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09-28-2018, 07:53 PM | #25 |
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Re: 66 C50 Cummins build aka Big Stupid
This build is awesome ! Great work
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