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Nut Case · 12-16-2018, 04:05 AM

joe

As always "Strong Work"

**joedoh** · 12-17-2018, 06:43 PM

thanks nut! I appreciate the confidence, really I am just mastering my kludges haha

I decided to use some fiberglass filler on the larger dents, so I rolled the truck out

IMG_2547 by Joe Doh, on Flickr

IMG_2567 by Joe Doh, on Flickr

IMG_2569 by Joe Doh, on Flickr

you can see in there I was sanding for the gauges again, I painted it and everything was fine until it started drying, then the passenger side solvent popped on the old paint.

IMG_2550 by Joe Doh, on Flickr

since the blend line beside the gauges was bothering me anyway, I did what any normal idiot would do and PAINTED IT AGAIN.

IMG_2558 by Joe Doh, on Flickr

IMG_2566 by Joe Doh, on Flickr

set up the bed wood and installed it and the tailgate.

56676816716__BB4DBA3D-7116-4A95-8E11-E1E8897ED2FC by Joe Doh, on Flickr

IMG_2561 by Joe Doh, on Flickr

IMG_2562 by Joe Doh, on Flickr

dug out a rear bumper for this, I think I will get it and the taillights on tomorrow.

IMG_2565 by Joe Doh, on Flickr

**oldman3** · 12-17-2018, 08:10 PM

So now your ready to "cut and buff"??? Wood looks good...Jim

**Palf70Step** · 12-17-2018, 08:36 PM

Looking good. Just about ready for some cruisn'

**joedoh** · 12-17-2018, 09:52 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by oldman3

So now your ready to "cut and buff"???

its got a little orange peel but I tell ya, I will live a long damn time before I do another thing to the paint on this dash.

**oldman3** · 12-18-2018, 12:10 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by joedoh

its got a little orange peel but I tell ya, I will live a long damn time before I do another thing to the paint on this dash.

That made me laugh

, I knew you would come back with a good one...Jim

Old57 · 12-18-2018, 01:04 PM

You'll be out driving it soon. Looking good!

**joedoh** · 12-19-2018, 12:23 AM

I "drove" it a little yesterday, when I forgot I replaced the tee on the front brakes and knocked it into reverse. dads truck stopped the drive when the pedal didnt

taillight brackets, pattern from the other times I have done this. wired em up and did a couple other things under there too.

IMG_2601 by Joe Doh, on Flickr

IMG_2614 by Joe Doh, on Flickr

for the front turn signals this truck had one smashed housing, so I bought some 47 ford parking lights, but i just couldnt get enamored with the size and shape.

IMG_2604 by Joe Doh, on Flickr

I remembered I had a spare GMC housing on the shelf so I dug out the replacement lenses and gaskets at the same time. the bulbs are only single filament and I like LED anyway so I bought some cheap CREE button lights with park/turn. they were just slightly too small for the opening but a washer drilled to fit took care of that. between the three housings I had enough to install them, but one of the rings still has some damage. I have a spare, somewhere.

IMG_2606 by Joe Doh, on Flickr

IMG_2607 by Joe Doh, on Flickr

IMG_2612 by Joe Doh, on Flickr

IMG_2616 by Joe Doh, on Flickr

no bumpers yet. trying like hell to have the truck presentable for christmas pictures with the family so tomorrow is probably full push interior.

reaper71 · 12-19-2018, 08:37 AM

Looking good,So close!

**8man** · 12-19-2018, 10:19 AM

Nice work on the lights.

**oldman3** · 12-19-2018, 10:21 AM

Ready to see more...Jim

jwilson645 · 12-19-2018, 10:38 AM

Nice trick with those front lights!

**joedoh** · 12-19-2018, 02:05 PM

thanks guys, beeps is home from school sick so work is spotty, it was full on yesterday when she was stuck on the couch clinging to reality (its not that bad, seriously) but today she is up and around and needs her friend.

thanks jwilson, I havent seen a good conversion to LED with the GMC lights. there is a company that sells LEDs on a bread board and they look just like the LED taillight (star pattern) but they were something like $47ea. this cost $3.99. well and $50 for the lenses and gaskets, but I would have needed those anyway. I have seen the double bayonet 1057 conversion but they dont fit super great and the LED 1057 didnt appeal to me either.

**joedoh** · 12-23-2018, 03:20 AM

for those wondering how the 54-59 LED tails light up

IMG_2646 by Joe Doh, on Flickr

some interior work, got the seat mounted with some fender washers and bolts from the bottom side with a tack to hold them

IMG_2652 by Joe Doh, on Flickr

IMG_2653 by Joe Doh, on Flickr

jute first, then carpet. I use super 77 to keep everything in place

IMG_2654 by Joe Doh, on Flickr

IMG_2657 by Joe Doh, on Flickr

IMG_2661 by Joe Doh, on Flickr

I always leave the door off till the seat is in, ever since I nicked a seat on a door. but now its time for the door. this cab never had one, I bought a replacement. using a tap to clean threads is usually a chore.

IMG_2662 by Joe Doh, on Flickr

top bolted but bottom hinge isnt even close. I think one or both may be bent. I will try adjusting tomorrow

IMG_2663 by Joe Doh, on Flickr

have to pull the glass to install the new channel, rolled the window up and its cracked. I didnt order glass for this side because I thought it was ok.

IMG_2664 by Joe Doh, on Flickr

tomorrow another work day, looks like I could maybe shoot christmas pictures with it after all.

**8man** · 12-23-2018, 09:33 AM

Please post up pics and describe how you "bend" the hinge to make the door fit. I am very interested in that.

That red really pops.

**joedoh** · 12-23-2018, 10:35 AM

I think they bent it trying to get the door off, the cab side bolts were out and the hinge looked "pried" on, they had not taken out the 4th bolt inside the hinge

the door shuts "low", so unless I am missing any other obvious clues, I think if I use a jack and a 4x4 to raise the upper hinge it will bring the bottom back into line.

**oldman3** · 12-23-2018, 11:15 AM

Joe interior looking sweet...Jim

OutlawDrifter · 12-23-2018, 04:00 PM

When you get done with your channels, feel free to do mine! Coming along great!

**joedoh** · 12-25-2018, 04:27 PM

merry christmas everyone!

Quote:

Originally Posted by OutlawDrifter

When you get done with your channels, feel free to do mine! Coming along great!

channels are so easy, bring your truck by we can be done in a couple hours.

I did them and more on mine before that picture, I will update another time.

**8man** · 12-25-2018, 04:30 PM

Merry Christmas to you, and I really like the decorations!

**Palf70Step** · 12-25-2018, 04:43 PM

Nice!

Merry Christmas

OutlawDrifter · 12-25-2018, 04:49 PM

Merry Christmas! Looks great!

rusty76 · 12-25-2018, 06:49 PM

Merry Christmas

**oldman3** · 12-25-2018, 08:10 PM

Whoa, man you been burning the candle at both ends. Looks great joe, you done another nice ride. Merry Christmas...Jim

reaper71 · 12-26-2018, 08:41 AM

Looks Great

12-16-2018, 04:05 AM	#276
Nut Case Registered User Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Clear and Still Idaho Posts: 509	Re: Wamego: 1949 GMC 150 joe As always "Strong Work" __________________ Been there, wrecked that

12-17-2018, 06:43 PM	#277
joedoh Senior Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: Doodah Kansas Posts: 7,774	Re: Wamego: 1949 GMC 150 thanks nut! I appreciate the confidence, really I am just mastering my kludges haha I decided to use some fiberglass filler on the larger dents, so I rolled the truck out IMG_2547 by Joe Doh, on Flickr IMG_2567 by Joe Doh, on Flickr IMG_2569 by Joe Doh, on Flickr you can see in there I was sanding for the gauges again, I painted it and everything was fine until it started drying, then the passenger side solvent popped on the old paint. IMG_2550 by Joe Doh, on Flickr since the blend line beside the gauges was bothering me anyway, I did what any normal idiot would do and PAINTED IT AGAIN. IMG_2558 by Joe Doh, on Flickr IMG_2566 by Joe Doh, on Flickr set up the bed wood and installed it and the tailgate. 56676816716__BB4DBA3D-7116-4A95-8E11-E1E8897ED2FC by Joe Doh, on Flickr IMG_2561 by Joe Doh, on Flickr IMG_2562 by Joe Doh, on Flickr dug out a rear bumper for this, I think I will get it and the taillights on tomorrow. IMG_2565 by Joe Doh, on Flickr __________________ the mass of men live lives of quiet desperation if there is a problem, I can have it. new project WAYNE http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=844393

12-17-2018, 08:10 PM	#278
oldman3 Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: West Plains, Missouri Posts: 7,559	Re: Wamego: 1949 GMC 150 So now your ready to "cut and buff"??? Wood looks good...Jim __________________ my build thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=459839 Jimbo's long bed step build:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...t=464626<br />

12-17-2018, 08:36 PM	#279
Palf70Step State of Confusion! Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Gulfport, MS USA Posts: 47,216	Re: Wamego: 1949 GMC 150 Looking good. Just about ready for some cruisn' __________________ Bill 1970 Chevy Custom/10 LWB Fleetside 2010 Toyota Tacoma PreRunner SR5 Double Cab - DD Member of Louisiana Classic Truck Club (LCTC) Bill's Gallery Life isn't tied with a bow, but it's still a gift. Live simply. Love generously. Care deeply. Speak kindly. Leave the rest to God!

12-18-2018, 01:04 PM	#282
Old57 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: Wichita Kansas Posts: 455	Re: Wamego: 1949 GMC 150 You'll be out driving it soon. Looking good! __________________ My 57 GMC build

12-19-2018, 12:23 AM	#283
joedoh Senior Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: Doodah Kansas Posts: 7,774	Re: Wamego: 1949 GMC 150 I "drove" it a little yesterday, when I forgot I replaced the tee on the front brakes and knocked it into reverse. dads truck stopped the drive when the pedal didnt taillight brackets, pattern from the other times I have done this. wired em up and did a couple other things under there too. IMG_2601 by Joe Doh, on Flickr IMG_2614 by Joe Doh, on Flickr for the front turn signals this truck had one smashed housing, so I bought some 47 ford parking lights, but i just couldnt get enamored with the size and shape. IMG_2604 by Joe Doh, on Flickr I remembered I had a spare GMC housing on the shelf so I dug out the replacement lenses and gaskets at the same time. the bulbs are only single filament and I like LED anyway so I bought some cheap CREE button lights with park/turn. they were just slightly too small for the opening but a washer drilled to fit took care of that. between the three housings I had enough to install them, but one of the rings still has some damage. I have a spare, somewhere. IMG_2606 by Joe Doh, on Flickr IMG_2607 by Joe Doh, on Flickr IMG_2612 by Joe Doh, on Flickr IMG_2616 by Joe Doh, on Flickr no bumpers yet. trying like hell to have the truck presentable for christmas pictures with the family so tomorrow is probably full push interior. __________________ the mass of men live lives of quiet desperation if there is a problem, I can have it. new project WAYNE http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=844393

12-19-2018, 08:37 AM	#284
reaper71 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: West Plains Missouri Posts: 2,088	Re: Wamego: 1949 GMC 150 Looking good,So close! __________________ http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=645774 Project Orangepeel 52 A.D. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=653337 John's LS 49 dodge http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=655780 Blake's 67 GMC LS stepside http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=690527 Reed 78 FJ40 Rebuild http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=733259 Barger's 78 FJ40

12-19-2018, 10:19 AM	#285
8man Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2017 Location: Bryan, Texas Posts: 2,377	Re: Wamego: 1949 GMC 150 Nice work on the lights. __________________ 8man-aka Robert 1948 on a S10 Frame, small block with a carb 1954 Cab, 53 Front and Bed, 50 Doors, S10 Frame, Power TBD Build thread: "]http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/showthread.php?t=746899&highlight=wife%27s+48[/URL] [/URL]http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/showthread.php?t=840204

12-19-2018, 10:21 AM	#286
oldman3 Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: West Plains, Missouri Posts: 7,559	Re: Wamego: 1949 GMC 150 Ready to see more...Jim __________________ my build thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=459839 Jimbo's long bed step build:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...t=464626<br />

12-19-2018, 10:38 AM	#287
jwilson645 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Morris, Alabama Posts: 184	Re: Wamego: 1949 GMC 150 Nice trick with those front lights!

12-19-2018, 02:05 PM	#288
joedoh Senior Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: Doodah Kansas Posts: 7,774	Re: Wamego: 1949 GMC 150 thanks guys, beeps is home from school sick so work is spotty, it was full on yesterday when she was stuck on the couch clinging to reality (its not that bad, seriously) but today she is up and around and needs her friend. thanks jwilson, I havent seen a good conversion to LED with the GMC lights. there is a company that sells LEDs on a bread board and they look just like the LED taillight (star pattern) but they were something like $47ea. this cost $3.99. well and $50 for the lenses and gaskets, but I would have needed those anyway. I have seen the double bayonet 1057 conversion but they dont fit super great and the LED 1057 didnt appeal to me either. __________________ the mass of men live lives of quiet desperation if there is a problem, I can have it. new project WAYNE http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=844393

12-23-2018, 03:20 AM	#289
joedoh Senior Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: Doodah Kansas Posts: 7,774	Re: Wamego: 1949 GMC 150 for those wondering how the 54-59 LED tails light up IMG_2646 by Joe Doh, on Flickr some interior work, got the seat mounted with some fender washers and bolts from the bottom side with a tack to hold them IMG_2652 by Joe Doh, on Flickr IMG_2653 by Joe Doh, on Flickr jute first, then carpet. I use super 77 to keep everything in place IMG_2654 by Joe Doh, on Flickr IMG_2657 by Joe Doh, on Flickr IMG_2661 by Joe Doh, on Flickr I always leave the door off till the seat is in, ever since I nicked a seat on a door. but now its time for the door. this cab never had one, I bought a replacement. using a tap to clean threads is usually a chore. IMG_2662 by Joe Doh, on Flickr top bolted but bottom hinge isnt even close. I think one or both may be bent. I will try adjusting tomorrow IMG_2663 by Joe Doh, on Flickr have to pull the glass to install the new channel, rolled the window up and its cracked. I didnt order glass for this side because I thought it was ok. IMG_2664 by Joe Doh, on Flickr tomorrow another work day, looks like I could maybe shoot christmas pictures with it after all. __________________ the mass of men live lives of quiet desperation if there is a problem, I can have it. new project WAYNE http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=844393

12-23-2018, 09:33 AM	#290
8man Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2017 Location: Bryan, Texas Posts: 2,377	Re: Wamego: 1949 GMC 150 Please post up pics and describe how you "bend" the hinge to make the door fit. I am very interested in that. That red really pops. __________________ 8man-aka Robert 1948 on a S10 Frame, small block with a carb 1954 Cab, 53 Front and Bed, 50 Doors, S10 Frame, Power TBD Build thread: "]http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/showthread.php?t=746899&highlight=wife%27s+48[/URL] [/URL]http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/showthread.php?t=840204

12-23-2018, 10:35 AM	#291
joedoh Senior Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: Doodah Kansas Posts: 7,774	Re: Wamego: 1949 GMC 150 I think they bent it trying to get the door off, the cab side bolts were out and the hinge looked "pried" on, they had not taken out the 4th bolt inside the hinge the door shuts "low", so unless I am missing any other obvious clues, I think if I use a jack and a 4x4 to raise the upper hinge it will bring the bottom back into line. __________________ the mass of men live lives of quiet desperation if there is a problem, I can have it. new project WAYNE http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=844393

12-23-2018, 11:15 AM	#292
oldman3 Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: West Plains, Missouri Posts: 7,559	Re: Wamego: 1949 GMC 150 Joe interior looking sweet...Jim __________________ my build thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=459839 Jimbo's long bed step build:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...t=464626<br />



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12-23-2018, 04:00 PM	#293
OutlawDrifter Registered User Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Northeast KS Posts: 1,788	Re: Wamego: 1949 GMC 150 When you get done with your channels, feel free to do mine! Coming along great! __________________ 1999 GMC Suburban K2500 SLT, 454/4L80E 1991 Z/28, 6.0L/T56 1949 GMC 250, S10 Frame, 6.0L/4L80E Instagram @aceshighspeedshop

12-25-2018, 04:30 PM	#295
8man Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2017 Location: Bryan, Texas Posts: 2,377	Re: Wamego: 1949 GMC 150 Merry Christmas to you, and I really like the decorations! __________________ 8man-aka Robert 1948 on a S10 Frame, small block with a carb 1954 Cab, 53 Front and Bed, 50 Doors, S10 Frame, Power TBD Build thread: "]http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/showthread.php?t=746899&highlight=wife%27s+48[/URL] [/URL]http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/showthread.php?t=840204

12-25-2018, 04:43 PM	#296
Palf70Step State of Confusion! Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Gulfport, MS USA Posts: 47,216	Re: Wamego: 1949 GMC 150 Nice! Merry Christmas __________________ Bill 1970 Chevy Custom/10 LWB Fleetside 2010 Toyota Tacoma PreRunner SR5 Double Cab - DD Member of Louisiana Classic Truck Club (LCTC) Bill's Gallery Life isn't tied with a bow, but it's still a gift. Live simply. Love generously. Care deeply. Speak kindly. Leave the rest to God!

12-25-2018, 04:49 PM	#297
OutlawDrifter Registered User Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Northeast KS Posts: 1,788	Re: Wamego: 1949 GMC 150 Merry Christmas! Looks great! __________________ 1999 GMC Suburban K2500 SLT, 454/4L80E 1991 Z/28, 6.0L/T56 1949 GMC 250, S10 Frame, 6.0L/4L80E Instagram @aceshighspeedshop

12-25-2018, 06:49 PM	#298
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12-25-2018, 08:10 PM	#299
oldman3 Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: West Plains, Missouri Posts: 7,559	Re: Wamego: 1949 GMC 150 Whoa, man you been burning the candle at both ends. Looks great joe, you done another nice ride. Merry Christmas...Jim __________________ my build thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=459839 Jimbo's long bed step build:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...t=464626<br /> Last edited by oldman3; 12-26-2018 at 10:05 AM.

12-26-2018, 08:41 AM	#300
reaper71 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: West Plains Missouri Posts: 2,088	Re: Wamego: 1949 GMC 150 Looks Great __________________ http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=645774 Project Orangepeel 52 A.D. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=653337 John's LS 49 dodge http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=655780 Blake's 67 GMC LS stepside http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=690527 Reed 78 FJ40 Rebuild http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=733259 Barger's 78 FJ40

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