52 Project

[pgf545]

Originally Posted by solidaxel

Bernie,
Is the bolt threads too long and bottoming out in the captured nut in the hood?

No the bolts go in all the way no problem it is the shoulders that appear to be to long. I will try to get a picture when I head down there in the morning.

Bernie

[pgf545]

Here are a couple of pictures of the hinge bolts that I am questioning. In the first picture you can see I found a thick washer to take up some of the space. I am not sure if I am missing something or if that is just the way it is?

Bernie

[BIG CHEVY 3600]

Those are shoulder bolts and it looks like the shoulder is too large to fit inside the hinge. Where did you get the bolts?

[pgf545]

Originally Posted by BIG CHEVY 3600

Those are shoulder bolts and it looks like the shoulder is too large to fit inside the hinge. Where did you get the bolts?

We got them from LMC Truck, they are bottomed out against the hood and swivel on the hinge ok the only problem is the shoulders are to long...maybe. They might be ok or I am missing something else.

Bernie

[BIG CHEVY 3600]

Looks like you need a bolt with a shoulder about 1/4/1/8" shorter.
I would suggest you go to a stainless bolt. Not much more $ but will look better and longer. I bought a complete set of stainless for the entire truck. However when I need a few items I go to the Bolt Depot. Check them out: http://www.boltdepot.com/dimension.a...67&cs=244&cm=6

[pgf545]

Originally Posted by BIG CHEVY 3600

Looks like you need a bolt with a shoulder about 1/4/1/8" shorter.
I would suggest you go to a stainless bolt. Not much more $ but will look better and longer. I bought a complete set of stainless for the entire truck. However when I need a few items I go to the Bolt Depot. Check them out: http://www.boltdepot.com/dimension.a...67&cs=244&cm=6

Thanks, We have a bolt set but I didn't even look in there to see if those bolts were in there. I thought it was just for the fenders etc. I think I might just make a set of shoulder bolts a little shorter. I think I can find some stainless stock at work and machine a set out.

Bernie

[NICK51]

Bernie,

Do you think I need the firewall to radiator support braces ( I'm using a different firewall much like you)

Also do you think I would need the inner fender support brace ( the one that the ebarke attached to, etc.) or can I just bolt it like the other side.. Right onto the toe board ( different toe bards than stock style too.)

Thanks,

Nick
Nick
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[MarKist]

just sat here and read the whole thread, can't wait to see it finished, your doing a great job btw.

[pgf545]

Originally Posted by NICK51

Bernie,

Do you think I need the firewall to radiator support braces ( I'm using a different firewall much like you)

Also do you think I would need the inner fender support brace ( the one that the ebarke attached to, etc.) or can I just bolt it like the other side.. Right onto the toe board ( different toe bards than stock style too.)

Thanks,

Nick
Nick
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Nick, you will need that brace for the drivers side inner fender since there is a gap between the inner fender and the firewall...we were missing it and had to order one. On the radiator braces.....I am still messing around trying to see if we even need them I was actually thinking about making a cool looking one with heim joints and aluminum rods and brackets. The original ones will be too short with the recessed firewall.

Originally Posted by MarKist

just sat here and read the whole thread, can't wait to see it finished, your doing a great job btw.

Thanks we are getting all the mock up done trying to make sure everything is done before we paint it. Since I only get to work on it for a few hours a week it takes a while. But I keep plugging along.

Bernie

[kdog3121]

If the bolt is bottomed out, can you use a washer (under the hex head) to close the gap where the shoulder of the bolt is showing?

[pgf545]

Originally Posted by kdog3121

If the bolt is bottomed out, can you use a washer (under the hex head) to close the gap where the shoulder of the bolt is showing?

I probably could, I have been helping dad get the Corvair running so he can at least play with that for a while since the truck is going to take some more time. It has been so hot in the shop that I can only stay out there for an hour or so. I told him today that we might take a few weeks off until it gets a little cooler. We have had 14 straight days over or at 100 and it is going to be at least that hot the rest of this week. Thanks for the reply.

Bernie

[pgf545]

I have been busy doing everything but the truck for the past couple of months. Now that the weather has gotten a little cooler maybe I can get back on the truck. I mounted the AC unit and was trying to figure out the french head light kit last weekend. Here are a couple of pictures. I think this weekend I am going to try to weld in the buckets and see how they fit....has anyone done one of these before? I had Cajun post a few pictures but if anyone has anymore please post them for me...thanks.

Bernie

[CAL 58 GMC]

Very cool Bernie!

[Kabwe]

Hey Bernie, everything is look great and its nice to know you are still working on that truck. You've been missing in action, but then again so have I.lol

[pgf545]

Originally Posted by Kabwe

Hey Bernie, everything is look great and its nice to know you are still working on that truck. You've been missing in action, but then again so have I.lol

I have been messing with a little but most of my time was planning the 50th wedding anniversary for my mom and dad. It came out very nice but was pretty hectic. Glad its over with now so I can get back to the projects.

Bernie

[sevt_chevelle]

Are those a Hagen french kit, they don't look like the kit Hagen sells?

[pgf545]

Originally Posted by sevt_chevelle

Are those a Hagen french kit, they don't look like the kit Hagen sells?

Yes it is a Hagan kit. I have never done one of these so I am in a learning process. But this is what dad wanted so I am getting it done for him.

Bernie

[pgf545]

Rally haven't been doing much fun stuff, welding the headlight buckets in, misc body work and other misc bracket building etc. Not many pictures. However dad did get a few cool goodies for Christmas.

Bernie

[Wvgearhead]

Bernie,
I have thought about going with the under dash mc, which a/c unit did you go with. Did you run into any trouble fitting it? Also, will you have windshield wipers? I would like to see how all that would fit.
Aaron
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[BIG CHEVY 3600]

I just finished installing an Old Air unit in my 51. I chose it because of the option of a vent in the original speaker grill. This eliminates the need for the vent run at the base of the dash. There is plenty of room for a radio (I'm using a modern one that fits in the original setting) and electric wipers.

[pgf545]

Originally Posted by Wvgearhead

Bernie,
I have thought about going with the under dash mc, which a/c unit did you go with. Did you run into any trouble fitting it? Also, will you have windshield wipers? I would like to see how all that would fit.
Aaron
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Aaron, we are using the Vintage Air unit and yes its tight. I have about 1/2 to 3/4 of an inch inbetween the ac unit and the master cylinder. There is plenty or working room around it though just between them it is tight. As for wipers, yes we are going to have them and already got a kit but just haven't gotten it mocked up yet. We went with a cable driven unit and were told that the motor could go just about anywhere....guess we will see. I posted a picture on the previous page of the ac unit and the booster mounted.

Bernie

[Wvgearhead]

Thanks Bernie, I guess I'm running out of reasons for not pulling the trigger on a underdash unit. I thought about goin with Scott's with the clutch. I haven't decided for sure. The truck looks great by the way. Camero is pretty sweet too. Can't wait to see more of your work.
Aaron
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[pgf545]

Thanks Aaron, It has been a long draw out process. I have been pretty much doing most of it by myself here lately, my dad has been down after surgery and can't do to much. I keep plugging away a little at a time. I can only get to his place once a week so it is surprising that I have even gotten this far.

I am only familiar with the Kugel unit so I can't really comment on any others. I see posts form others on here about Scotts and have never seen anything negative, plus he post on here so I am sure his customer service is good. Good luck with your truck and if I can help you with anything else let me know.

Bernie

[pgf545]

So really haven't been doing to much that is picture worthy. Most banging out dent and starting to get the fenders worked out. I also got the passenger door to fit much better and will have to do a little work on the gap but I am not going to get to crazy with it because we plan on driving it and not making a show car...lol. I did play this past weekend with some lead free solder from Eastwood and am starting to get the have of it. It will probably still need a skim coat of plastic but at least I didn't completely mess it up. Here are a couple of pictures of the mess I made Sunday. Enjoy!

Bernie

Oh yeah and one of my dad and a friend of his helping with the body work!!! I need all the help I can get.

[Detroit3100]

great build. Thanks for the tip on the drivers side ebrake support, I am going to add that to my list of metal.

I have toyed around the idea of leading some of my body work...cool beans.