1956 Chevy Pro-Street Build

[ptc]

Thanks guys for checking in on my progress, it feels good seeing this all come together.... The frame color is a Rustoleum Hammer paint - Gray #7214 - its available at most ACE Hardware stores. I bought out 2 of them! The whole frame took about 12 cans of paint for 2 heavy coats.

Just running into other issues - but nothing that cant be solved by THROWING MORE MONEY at it.....

The rear end went out to be "just checked out" and filled with oil and made ready to install... well when my guy opened it up he found a junk 3rd member in there - nothing like what the seller stated was part of the original deal... so $1000 bucks for a new complete 3rd member assembly... and that was a deal!

Next will be the transmission.... same thing... totally stock trans, no good stuff what so ever in it.... so it totally has to be gone thru and built bad A$$ to handle my heavy foot.... another $1000 bucks....

If I only had my wallet full of $1000 dollar bills everything would be just perfect!!!! lol


Ok so the brakes on the front are all together - last thing I got done before taking off on vacation for a week.... enjoy!

[Kim57]

Front suspension looks real nice.
Did you use spray cans on your frame?
I brushed the Rustoleum Hammered black on mine which turns out more like grey.
Kim

[ptc]

Originally Posted by Kim57

Front suspension looks real nice.
Did you use spray cans on your frame?
I brushed the Rustoleum Hammered black on mine which turns out more like grey.
Kim

I used the spray cans yes. My fingers hurt for days!!!! lol

I should've bought one of those can trigger-handle dealios

[Roadkill58]

Looking good man!


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[ptc]

Well still waiting on the rearend and the transmission to get done...

Guess I better start on the electrical wiring and get it all buttoned up on the frame rails. Im thinking of using 'Amphenol' bulkhead plug connectors at the cab to plug everything into. That way the cab can go on (or off) by simple plug' n play!



The bed will have to be plug' n play also because its going to have to come off to just change the rear tires!!!!

Electrical is my thing so I may as well do it up nice!

[lower50's]

I thought about using a connector like that as well. Would look real neat and tidy. I almost have to take my rear fenders off to change my tires. Just need no air and a wiggle.

[Kim57]

Originally Posted by ptc

Well still waiting on the rearend and the transmission to get done...

Guess I better start on the electrical wiring and get it all buttoned up on the frame rails. Im thinking of using 'Amphenol' bulkhead plug connectors at the cab to plug everything into. That way the cab can go on (or off) by simple plug' n play!



The bed will have to be plug' n play also because its going to have to come off to just change the rear tires!!!!

Electrical is my thing so I may as well do it up nice!

Originally Posted by lower50's

I thought about using a connector like that as well. Would look real neat and tidy. I almost have to take my rear fenders off to change my tires. Just need no air and a wiggle.

That's why I made my bed a tilt up. So I could get the tires off without dropping the rear end or removing fenders.
Kim

[ptc]

Originally Posted by Kim57

That's why I made my bed a tilt up. So I could get the tires off without dropping the rear end or removing fenders.
Kim

Im sure I will be thinking about this "quote" when Im broken down on the highway with a rear flat someplace waiting on the AAA flatbed to come tow me home!!!! ---- lol

Not that Im going to be carrying around a 33" spare tire anywhere on my truck but at least not be stranded.... does anybody carry a spare on a custom truck?

[mud.man.rj]

Us 4wd boys do, can't just find a 39' spare at a garage or anywhere else, if you use it stuff happens.

[Nut Case]

ptc

Just carry a handy man jack and two pretend tire (donuts).

Put the jack in the rear in the middle, jack to the highest and put on the donuts, and your good to go.

I'm just puttin it out there.

Keep on keepin on.

NC

PS keep your big foot of the gas!!!!

[lower50's]

Originally Posted by ptc

does anybody carry a spare on a custom truck?

I had a spare front with me on our big tour and I have a built in spare on the rear, just take the flat one of 4 off lol.

[ptc]

This guy... Jeff Lutz carrys his whole setup with him everywhere he goes.... He has the fastest Pro-Street (Street Legal Car) in the world.

Top pic is his first car - 1969 Camaro

And his new car in the bottom pic!

[ptc]

Got a few spares if anybody needs some parts, just drop me a line. all new

57 hood springs - have been powdercoated silver
radiator rubber saddles upper and lower
brake parts -Earls and line clamps
Lower control arm bolts and lock nuts
stainless brake line clamps 3/16"

[RockinKees]

Haven't checked in for a while....
Been missing a lot of your awesome build here!!
You're doing just fine, altough it costs a few pennies

[ptc]

Well.... well .... I just have to unload a bit....


Life is a "World Series Game 7" and curve balls are thrown at ya all the time I guess!


We just got the word that the owners of the property we are renting from are going to sell. We wanted to be able to buy the place, but it looks like they are pricing us right out of it... or I guess the market is. This kinda throws a 'wrench into things....

We have been blessed here so far, so maybe the Good Lord has another plan for us in some other place.... He knows what He is doing and we just gotta roll with it.... wish us luck and prayers work too!


Thank You

[Advanced Design]

Well that is too bad. When the Lord closes a door He opens a window...no doubt it will work out.

[Kim57]

Hope it all works out for the best.
Kim

[oldman3]

Prayers work, hope it all works out...Jim

[Nut Case]

ptc

That stinks in spades.

I just got through a downsizing and moved north across the state line.

I know just how you feel about having to find an new place and move.

Been here 4 months and just starting to feel somewhat settled.

I feel your pain.

My prayers are all ready in..

Keep on keepin on

NC

[lower50's]

Good luck!! Things happen for a reason and will all work out.

[ChuckDriver]

Now you have an excuse to get bigger garage!!

[mud.man.rj]

Look how good your truck build has gone, awesome...so just time to move on to better things, the Good Lord knows what he is doing, all in our attitude excepting right.

[RockinKees]

Some bad news PTC!!
I hope, no I know, things come out better for you!!

Trust me....

[ptc]

Thank you guys! truly all of you make a difference in each others lives no matter how great or small. We all have moments of need and moments to offer others our help and words. I have much to be thankful for and really cannot complain at all! - and will not.

Everything does happen for reasons we know nothing about and if we are patient and willing enough to allow the 'cream to rise' (so to speak) then its all for good. This house was a gift from God when we needed it and also provided for a family with an elderly gentleman that has alzheimers to support him with. Im sure He'll find us some comfort in another place for another reason that is a good situation for all... whether for purchase or another rental.

Thanks again.

The truck is kinda on the back burner at the moment, but Ill get 'r done!

[hotrodelrod]

Ptc,

Been away for a while and just caught up on your build. Fricking awesome! Love what you are doing and when I came upon the pics of the front end I said aloud "man that is clean!" Congrats on your new grandson, nothing is greater. Sorry to hear of the challenge you are faced with in relocating, sux, but like many have said, things happen for a reason. Keep the faith. Looking forward to the continuation of your build when you are able.

Take care.