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02-02-2009, 11:35 PM | #1 |
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What a great thread. It took me a hell of a long time to catch up. Nice work Allan. I love the 59/60 dash.
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I did get out in the shop a little tonight. Thought I would post an informational post. Most of ya'll know what this tool is but some don't. Before this tool people drilled holes in dents and ran a screw in it and slide hammered it out. This stud gun is not invasive, but will leave a burn mark on the back side. Make sure you have everything clear on the back side, or you'll be roasting marshmellows. Clean the metal of paint in the area that you will put a stud. I used a few more than what is in the pic to get most of the dent out and put some tension back in the metal. It was pretty flemsy. Yes I wasn't happy with my roof, once wiped down with glass cleaner it showed some ripples. I figured I'd fix it now. The kit I have has a pull handle and slide hammer. I pulled up on the pin while hammering lightly around it on the crown of the dent. The kit also has an attachment to weld pins for some body side mouldings and for the clips that hold the chrome trim around some front and back glass.
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that is cool Alan!
what does a kit like yours sell for?
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QUOTE=joe231;3127867]that is cool Alan!
what does a kit like yours sell for?[/QUOTE] They range from 179.99 (basic) 539.99 (deluxe) Mine is 399.99 now Prices and options
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are you happy with yours? any complaints?
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I love it. It does a great job. But they have an even better system out now. I would love to have one. It is alot faster and it does more. I used one before that another bodyman had. It wouldn't be worth it for a hobbist. Here is the link
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that's cool!!
thanks for the info......i've been wanting one for awhile now.....
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For a few projects it wouldn't be worth it. For the everyday body man it's a must..
Allan I saw a 55 dash for sale really cheap, and thought of getting it to put in my 65. At this point I just want to get it on the road. I can always do it later, but I would really like to put one like your in.
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02-06-2009, 12:16 PM | #9 |
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I'm thinking of posting a build thread on mine. I'm back halfing a 73 1/2 ton short bed to the 3/4 ton long bed front of my 65, and converting it to a 1/2 ton short bed. I bought a wrecked 73, and am using everything I can off it. I don't like the coils on the 60-72 frames. That's why I'm doing this. I made a custom triangle 4-link for it that has canter lever air bag mounts. It will be an interesting build. Based on doing everything as cheap as I can. So far I have only $740.00 in both trucks.
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Just wanted to take a minute to compliment your AMAZING work. I'm another one who spent more than an hour recently catching up on your build - it's an inspiration to us average slobs. |
02-06-2009, 03:04 PM | #11 |
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Hey Alan! First of all, I've been following your progress and I gotta say you do amazing work! Keep it up!
As far as the stud welder/dent puller tool, I bought one from Harbor Freight Tools for $100. For those that are familiar with that store, they have them on sale every now and then for $100. For a hobbyist it works just fine. Just wanted to put that info out for those that might be interested.......Here's the site http://www.harborfreight.com/ |
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Hey Alan I just wanted to say your truck look sweet man, I've been reading your post for the last 4 hours. Do to internet in Iraq being slow. I was thinking about your gas filler, Have you thought about puting it behind your left tail light. Like the older caddys are that pop out. I'm probably going to put suburban lights in the upper bed post of that eara, and put some kind of pop out fuel filler where the old lights will go! I have a 64 and I cant do all the work that you have, you know the military didn't pay crap and still doesn't. But I love your build up. I'll be back from Iraq in a month and cant wait to get into it. Has anyone had anyone problems with CPP's break kits?
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I have thought about doing a hidden fuel filler. The problem is I can't decide on what tail lights I want to run. I need to do some searching and try to find something to tie the truck and the Impala dash together. What year caddy has lights like you mentioned? I don't plan on ordering anything else from CPP until I hear some good feed back from fellow members. As you have probably read my last few experiences haven't been good. Have a safe trip home. Miata update: I color sanded and re cleared for a deeper shine. The owner s going to love it.
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I saw this thread about a week ago for the first time and now a few others I know are watching the progress unfold and are encouraged by whats taking place. Your very talented and your teaching points are very helpful.
I honestly don't know how you have the time to run a business, build a ride and answer all these questions, not to mention taking time to give us pointers and information. Truely amazing, thanks for all your efforts man. Keep up the good work. |
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Hey man I did a little research about the taillight filler, It came on the 56-57 chevys. the tail lights would look good on our truck but it would give you an Idea how to do it. I found this site that sales a kit for the 55 http://rockyhin.ipower.com/store/product8.html Then I got to thinking whatever light you decide to use, you could put a small actuator behind it with the light on a hiden hinge, Just a thought!
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that is cool!
i've always wanted a non-electric powered r/c
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Those are cool pics. We have a Nitro Rustler. We love it, but we have a hard time keeping the wheels on, we spin them off all the time. We are getting a truck soon. I hope.
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Here is someone getting all 3 gears
Drivers on board camera. Truck is on slicks Professional drivers (maybe) OK enough playing, I've got to get something done. Got to have fun every now and then.
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You shouldn't of done that Alan!! I gotta have one now! Thanks
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Love the sound of it shifting the 3 speeds. Cool RC
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looks like a good solution
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I agree with 66ZZ71, but also weld bolts facing up to bolt the seats to. Try to make it look like chevy did it......or maybe NOT???........LOL
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is that a BlowTherm Booth?
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Man I love the orange!!
nice work Alan!!!
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