Tami's 51 build

[skip99]

I am trying to find curved wheel tubs like these, anyone know who makes them, all I need is about 3" of tub

[Spackle100]

Check out posts #403 and #420 of Kabwe's build

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...318301&page=17

Hope it helps..

[skip99]

thanks ! it helps....ya know I was hoping for a set already welded up for like $20..I can wish , right?

they have the fenders at tractor supply, I guess I only need one though..

[Wheelie]

Your chop is on spot man. Smartest way I have seen it done. Trucks coming along awesome!

[Kabwe]

Looks very good. That looks like duraglass you are using on the welded seams. I do the same, I love the stuff for things like that.

[skip99]

yep, duraglass, costs a lot, but saves a lot more !!lol

[OrrieG]

What did you use for the louvered boxes in the dash?

[skip99]

The ac vents were really simple, just time consuming... cut a hole, ran 1/8" round rod on the edges , and welded 1/8" x 1/2" flat for the louvers, just put 7/16 nuts between the slats for even spacing and just kinda "tilted" them like a stack of dimes for a nice angle, and tacked them in place. then just built boxes out of 20 ga. with 2" muffler pipe to attach to vent hose, and drilled a hole through from the front of the dash put a screw in and welded it flush to make a stud from behind. there is a factory fold in the bottom of the dash that holds the bottom of the vent box in place..only needed the one stud to bolt it from the top.

can post close pics if you like..

[Tri5Nerd]

Nice work, keep posting pics as you move forward.

Tri5

[OrrieG]

Originally Posted by skip99

The ac vents were really simple, just time consuming... cut a hole, ran 1/8" round rod on the edges , and welded 1/8" x 1/2" flat for the louvers, just put 7/16 nuts between the slats for even spacing and just kinda "tilted" them like a stack of dimes for a nice angle, and tacked them in place. then just built boxes out of 20 ga. with 2" muffler pipe to attach to vent hose, and drilled a hole through from the front of the dash put a screw in and welded it flush to make a stud from behind. there is a factory fold in the bottom of the dash that holds the bottom of the vent box in place..only needed the one stud to bolt it from the top.

can post close pics if you like..

Thanks, thats the info I needed. I don't like the cheesey plastic one that came with my VA set up either and have been playing with different ideas. Yours has me looking at my just painted dash again....

[Kabwe]

Everything is looking good man, keep up the good work.

[skip99]

Hmmm, I deleted part of my previous post, afraid I might get yelled at for "offering up a part"? you know, selling things... so... what if I just built a couple pair and let you guys have them for cost?
Think I'd get in trouble for that?

edit:
got in trouble..guess there's always ebay

[skip99]

got around to finishing up at least one side of door handles..
I put in a pic of the connection at the latch, just elongate the hole in the strap ,and allow it to slide about 3/8 inch. that way it will open from the inside and then lock using the original setup.

[skip99]

Had to take a break and make a little money, and now back to it a little.
wanted to french the lights, so bought these from Butch's .
see the difference between 53 merc. and 51 chevy?


so, I had to cut a little off so the contour would match.


I made these just a little taller


See how they line up a little better?

remount the bucket to the inside

tack it

finish it !

[skip99]

Thought I would post this as good info.. I looked at other pics and location of steering wheels on here a while back, did the whole measurement thing, and decided I needed a 32 inch column. well I'm 6'2" ,, found a great deal on CL. for a brand new tilt Ididit for $200.
After placing seats and sitting in truck to mock it up, I could have gotten away with a 30" and even a 28 ", thought I would just post a few pics..

there is 4" of 2" tube extending out the firewall
so , really a 30" would allow a little more play if you have alligator arms!

[youngrodder]

I like the steering wheel....
Nice work.
Marc

[skip99]

this was supposed to be an easy add on. well..it wasnt.
I'll throw in the details in case someone has the same malfunction as me !!

simply going to add power booster for front disc. rear drum. had 2 sets of pedals , one from a 55 or so chevy, and another from ? so, after doing all the measuring, it was apparent the 55 style was too short. so went with the other.
it was 16" long from pivot to pedal. and after research and reading post. it seemed that a ratio of 4.5 was normal for power brakes.

so, I measure down from pivot 3.5 " and drilled the hole for the booster rod connector. then it was just a matter of rewelding the connector to add some length and more thread, so it would reach.
moved the brake light switch. also, had to cut off the old studs on the pedal assembly and welded in an adaptor to go with the aftermarket 8" booster. the did a little cut and shape so the whole thing would connect to the dash.

I have about 5" of pedal travel, and about 1 1/4" master cyl. rod travel.. hope it works?!

[youngrodder]

Skip-

I wondered how your project has been going. Have been able to work on it quite a bit?
Looks good.

Marc

[skip99]

been slow for a while, worked on other things like refinishing a log house..and picked up a 70 dart to paint for a guy..

[T Hilde]

Very nice build skip. It just needs more Tami.

[skip99]

finally finished? all of the welding on the cab... and got a coat of duraglas on everything. havent been on it much, busy cleaning and staining the house..

we didnt want the total smooth look, so just kinda filled it in places,
filled the vent, put in bear claw latches, smoothed the dash, cut out for radio and vintage air controller, made A/C vents in dash. welded all the seams at door openings, and filled gaps with rod around door. sure doesn't sound like much..oh. and the chop!

[youngrodder]

Skip
The chop looks like it turned out great. Not bad for your first chop huh..

Marc

[Pop's C-10]

Killer build

[CAL 58 GMC]

Nice job so far! Looks like one she will be proud to own.

[skip99]

So...got a few good days on the truck cab. and kinda got sidelined ..AGAIN ! by a little part for the motor..first...got the cab body work close, and put 2 coats of epoxy on it , which will be followed by 2 coats of featherfill. then it gets pushed aside so I can do a PAYING job..LOL!

the last pic is of the little motor thing I picked up..we'll see if I can do it.. always wanted one...

3" rear, 31/2" front chop
welded rear seam





smoothed and relocated stuff in dash..a/c vents built into area below radio and a/c controls



cowl vent smoothed


firewall took a lot of work!!


that little motor thing....