New member with a 1960

[The1960APE]

Originally Posted by Northwest Outlaw

very sneaky, i like it. don't be surprised if something similar shows up on my build...

We really played around with lots and lots of ideas....one of my close friends makes some cool lamps, tables, belt buckles etc out of old car parts, literally I'm leaning on the side of the truck just looking at this open hole absolutely lost about what to cover it with..... I didn't want to weld it up solid, didn't want a beer holder, no keg handle...I'm at my wits end trying to figure it out when my garage door opens up and its my buddy who just got back from salvaging for car parts and antiques, he exclaims "look at this dang belt buckle I found" and its the horn button....he says "would this not make the coolest belt buckle" when he got close enough to where I could see the size and shape he was explaining to me how he was going to make it into a belt buckle, I so rudely interrupted him....."that's not a belt buckle, that's my gas cap" it fit perfect, we have laughed and laughed over that many times!

[Northwest Outlaw]

Originally Posted by The1960APE

We really played around with lots and lots of ideas....one of my close friends makes some cool lamps, tables, belt buckles etc out of old car parts, literally I'm leaning on the side of the truck just looking at this open hole absolutely lost about what to cover it with..... I didn't want to weld it up solid, didn't want a beer holder, no keg handle...I'm at my wits end trying to figure it out when my garage door opens up and its my buddy who just got back from salvaging for car parts and antiques, he exclaims "look at this dang belt buckle I found" and its the horn button....he says "would this not make the coolest belt buckle" when he got close enough to where I could see the size and shape he was explaining to me how he was going to make it into a belt buckle, I so rudely interrupted him....."that's not a belt buckle, that's my gas cap" it fit perfect, we have laughed and laughed over that many times!

thats a great story for the truck.

[duallydude63]

what did U use to make the inter fenders in the bed?? thanks!!!

[The1960APE]

Originally Posted by duallydude63

what did U use to make the inter fenders in the bed?? thanks!!!

They came from a vendor up north, I think I mentioned the vendor name somewhere in the thread, they fit great!

[66ChevyMax]

Love the wood and the truck, totally killer! Put some gas in this sucker and light the candle, I'm tired of wating

[The1960APE]

Originally Posted by 66ChevyMax

Love the wood and the truck, totally killer! Put some gas in this sucker and light the candle, I'm tired of wating

Ohh how I so want to, this build is waking me up at night now just wanting to hear it run! BUT..... we have a little more up our sleeve.....the thing that will really really make it stand out.......we haven't let all the tricks out of the bag yet......

[The1960APE]

Closer and closer..... the ride height needs to be adjusted, it's mocked up but too high in the rear , we are ordering the driveshaft and coilovers today!

[graymage]

looking good!!! I have a set of those hinges that I haven't put on yet, did the 500s work?

[The1960APE]

Originally Posted by graymage

looking good!!! I have a set of those hinges that I haven't put on yet, did the 500s work?

Yes the 500's did fix the issue!

[graymage]

cool thnx, going to get a set before opening package I have

[The1960APE]

Originally Posted by graymage

cool thnx, going to get a set before opening package I have

Good deal, I like the product, the service is a bit poor! LOL

[Northwest Outlaw]

This thing is looking sweet! Can't wait to hear her rumble

[The1960APE]

Originally Posted by Northwest Outlaw

This thing is looking sweet! Can't wait to hear her rumble

Me too LOL

[The1960APE]

The truck is about ready to crank, its going on the lift tomorrow to start the exhaust, hopefully the driveshaft and coil overs will land in the next day or so, we might get lucky and get all of that installed in the next few days!
This is where I get overly anxious!

[The1960APE]

She's on the lift, exhaust has began, still waiting on coil overs, the driveshaft has arrived....We had issues with the cleat on the wheels, they had to be redone, I actually like them better now, we used a different product this time, I really like it!

[The1960APE]

We are rolling right along.... Ride height is just about there, I think we may drop it about 1/2 inch all the way around!

[RockinKees]

Really nice!!!
Very clean built.

[The1960APE]

Originally Posted by RockinKees

Really nice!!!
Very clean built.

Thanks, It is certainly unique! I think its a love or hate it build! I wouldn't have changed a thing besides doing a roll down back window!

[gringoloco]

Saw you got some love on the Detroit steel ig account the other day, congrats. What's up with the 5-lug Blazer?

[The1960APE]

Originally Posted by gringoloco

Saw you got some love on the Detroit steel ig account the other day, congrats. What's up with the 5-lug Blazer?

I just now saw that... Thanks for mentioning it! The 5 lug you mentioned is a 1971 2wd GMC Jimmy.....there is more info on the Jimmy over in the Blazer/Jimmy build thread. We are starting on it once the Apache is complete, hopefully 2-3 weeks...well complete minus interior!
It will have a 6.0 LS/4L80E combo, mini Tub, Running Raceline 20x12 & 20x8.5 wheels and custom interior!

[The1960APE]

So here is our current situation!!! The exhaust is being removed today to do the final welding, We are not sure if we want to run it at an angle behind the rear tires or exit out of the rear fenders behind the tires, I'm leaning towards coming out the fenders, just because it doesn't kick up as much dust! I darn sure hope it sounds good, this is the first attempt at running 4 mufflers!

[Joe Pass]

I like how you split the torsion bar cross member with the exhaust above....I may rethink mine, my x pipe now has a skid plate...lol
You can gain a little more clearance if needed on the torsion key bolts...see my link
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=659224&page=3
Great work as usual !!!
Joe

[The1960APE]

Originally Posted by Joe Pass

I like how you split the torsion bar cross member with the exhaust above....I may rethink mine, my x pipe now has a skid plate...lol
You can gain a little more clearance if needed on the torsion key bolts...see my link
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=659224&page=3
Great work as usual !!!
Joe

Thank Joe, We are currently scratching our heads on a few plans regarding the Keys, One of them is doing exactly as you guided me to do! It looks like you gained 1/2 - 3/4 clearance?

[Joe Pass]

Gained 3/4" is correct....they are now above my skip plate about an inch.

[The1960APE]

Originally Posted by Joe Pass

Gained 3/4" is correct....they are now above my skip plate about an inch.

Good deal, I will get you some measurements today!