59 Apache/C6 Corvette build

[6DoF]

just the security alone of having the hood release inside would be nice. i've been trying to figure out some kind of hood lock.

[duramax55]

6dof i used a bear claw with electric seloniod works great

[tdishon]

Maybe something like this? I had one of these on my last car and it worked perfect.

[6DoF]

i cant' find those cables with lock anywhere but straighofftheboat.commie

[tdishon]

Originally Posted by 6DoF

i cant' find those cables with lock anywhere but straighofftheboat.commie

I'm not sure where to get them. I bought mine on Ebay a few years ago.

[tdishon]

Door gap time. I think this is everyone's favorite thing(to avoid).

[6DoF]

the rounded corner really makes it

[Jason 56]

Looks good. Hammer fab does amazing work! Your truck is going to be top notch.

[daveshilling]

I really like all the brazing that happens here. I wonder why that and not just regular welds?

[tdishon]

Originally Posted by daveshilling

I really like all the brazing that happens here. I wonder why that and not just regular welds?

The brazing is only to eliminate body filler. Easy to sand compared to welds. Everything is welded, but low spots can be filled and sanded somewhat like lead. It is a lifetime hold compared to body filler. Now, it will still need a skim coat of body filler before paint, but this will just eliminate any weakness or spots.

[dsraven]

thats what I was gonna say too, long lasting filler. some body guys are not crazy about it but it works. I have seen a few original seams done with brazing on the task force trucks. dash braces, some A pillar areas and around the windshield opening seams

[tdishon]

Originally Posted by dsraven

thats what I was gonna say too, long lasting filler. some body guys are not crazy about it but it works. I have seen a few original seams done with brazing on the task force trucks. dash braces, some A pillar areas and around the windshield opening seams

It does add a little strength compared to filler, but I don't think they had any in the 50's. Well lead... It does fill the void with low heat so it doesn't cause warpage like welding.

[dsraven]

I have done a complete teardown on a few task force trucks, like drill out spot welds and take apart to individual panels, and have found that the dash mount tabs on each side at the A pillar were brazed, the A pillar window doglegs were brazed, some of the windshield opening parts were brazed. not sure but it sure looked factory to me. I have also seen some old bodywork on these trucks that was done in brazing. I remember back in the 70's when I was learning to gas weld with the torch on body steel I would braze sometimes because it warped less and was easier to grind, it does plug up a grinding disc easily though, no flap discs available back then.

[tdishon]

Originally Posted by dsraven

I have done a complete teardown on a few task force trucks, like drill out spot welds and take apart to individual panels, and have found that the dash mount tabs on each side at the A pillar were brazed, the A pillar window doglegs were brazed, some of the windshield opening parts were brazed. not sure but it sure looked factory to me. I have also seen some old bodywork on these trucks that was done in brazing. I remember back in the 70's when I was learning to gas weld with the torch on body steel I would braze sometimes because it warped less and was easier to grind, it does plug up a grinding disc easily though, no flap discs available back then.

I think brazing replaced lead in some areas. Not sure one or the other in the 1950's, but I don't think body filler existed back then. I think body filler gets abused today. LOL

[dsraven]

your truck is sure looking good, keep those pics coming. you are gonna be scared to drive it. you're gonna drive it, right?

[tdishon]

Originally Posted by dsraven

your truck is sure looking good, keep those pics coming. you are gonna be scared to drive it. you're gonna drive it, right?

Absolutely going to drive it. I am trying to figure out painting it a lighter shade of blue or steel wool it and flat clear.

[tdishon]

With the slimmer door handles, I wanted knuckle clearance.

[6DoF]

details like that, are awesome. you'll appreciate it every time you drive it, the detail will not go un-noticed by anyone, but no one will know why it caught their eye. .05% of ppl will get it and enjoy it.

[tdishon]

When the bed floor is up, the rear section looked very unfinished and ugly. This panel looks right. #HammerFab

[greystoke]

It's been a minute since this build had an update, just saying.

[Estock]

What’s your plan for the master cylinder now you’ve redone the firewall? Under dash? I’m facing a similar dilemma.

[tdishon]

Originally Posted by Estock

What’s your plan for the master cylinder now you’ve redone the firewall? Under dash? I’m facing a similar dilemma.

I was doing an under the cab, but decided to do an engine bay firewall mount for ease of everything involved and space. They have a billet master with ports in the lower rear for a cleaner look.

[Estock]

Originally Posted by tdishon

I was doing an under the cab, but decided to do an engine bay firewall mount for ease of everything involved and space. They have a billet master with ports in the lower rear for a cleaner look.

What frame mount master cylinder and what Billet master? I have a blackout setup with a Wilwood master I’m debating on using, but after having redone the firewall I’m hesitant to cover it up.

[tdishon]

Originally Posted by Estock

What frame mount master cylinder and what Billet master? I have a blackout setup with a Wilwood master I’m debating on using, but after having redone the firewall I’m hesitant to cover it up.

The firewall has a design recess that incorporates the booster and master so it looks like it is supposed to be there. The brand of the master and carbon booster is https://www.mpbrakes.com/

I was doing a hydro boost on the frame, but after two other projects with hydroboost. I have decided it's just not for me.

[tdishon]

Update. Hammerfab has been moving to their new shop. Column and exhaust parts ordered. Waiting for the move to be complete and progress in August.