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RockTonka · 04-06-2011, 12:32 AM

We appreciate the kind remarks from yall'

Haven't got much done lately. Still driving it on weekends when we can and gathering up parts before taking it down. The NV4500/205 is the big piece in my puzzle and I've been working with a major drivetrain shop here in the city to piece together the combo...just $$$ to make it happen

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Picked up a used hydro boost and upgraded to a different PSC reservoir with the double return and internal filter for it...still figuring out which master I want to use.

**WIDESIDE72** · 09-17-2010, 05:36 PM

Cool build!!!

**Dieselwrencher** · 09-17-2010, 07:19 PM

Very cool build! What a great find and what a great way for your sons to show some appreciation for you!

**nbrfd007** · 09-17-2010, 10:30 PM

Great job!

Thealien · 09-17-2010, 11:00 PM

Excellant in many ways!

Thanks for sharing!

RockTonka · 09-24-2010, 06:22 PM

Thanks for the comments, we appreciate the feedback.

My son wanted to clean up the rear while we're waiting on engine/drivetrain work. He cleaned up the bed before rattle-canning it a gloss black (easy touch-up). A few coats of stain/polyurethane has the sides protected and looking good.

RockTonka · 09-24-2010, 06:29 PM

We pulled out the old pitted rear glass and dropped a slider in it's place, also welded up some brackets to hold mud flaps

Kim57 · 09-24-2010, 07:12 PM

The truck looks nice.
Kim

chevyrestoguy · 09-24-2010, 10:51 PM

That truck is so freakin' cool!!!!

You guys have done a GREAT job so far. It makes me want to go find an old flatbed and do the same!!

JohnC · 09-29-2010, 02:07 PM

Truck looks awesome man. It is coming along great. I also love the story behind it, and your kids surprising you with it. As a dad myself I know how much it means, even little as some may be, when your kids do something special for you. Definitely subscribing to see how the progress continues. Hopefully I can see this beast in person sometime soon.

**Dieselwrencher** · 09-29-2010, 04:41 PM

The truck keeps looking better all the time! You know what is the best part of this build is? You guys started with an old truck and are bringing it back to life by your selves. Anyone can do it and you guys are showing them how step by step. Nice work!

RockTonka · 09-30-2010, 12:17 AM

Thanks to all for the kind remarks.
I'm an old gear head and being able to share that with my son, daughter, and even wife brings me great joy. But, sometimes I think that they got the truck to get me off their asses and back into the garage.

**Dieselwrencher** · 09-30-2010, 12:25 AM

Not to ruin your thread, but how's your son's extended cab, cab, coming along?

RockTonka · 09-30-2010, 12:37 AM

Not ruining it at all! Thanks for asking!
It's slowed down with our body man struggling with some health issues. He's really doing us a huge favor and trying to do as much as he can in his spare time...we wouldn't have attempted the extension without his expertise. We are in a bit of a lull anyhow, and there's other parts of my son's build that need our attention, so we're working around it. BUT, having that done would be the catalyst we need to start making more things happen quicker.

**Dieselwrencher** · 09-30-2010, 12:51 AM

I hear that.

bobinbc · 10-01-2010, 02:12 AM

I love what you and your kids are doing with this truck, it's really come a long way. Have you taken it back for a visit with the former owner yet? I bet he'd be surprised!

RockTonka · 10-02-2010, 01:15 AM

Been looking at different tire options in prep for going 4X, the wheels are narrow at 6", and we didn't want to run spacers on the rear...so, a 245/70-19.5 (about 33.5") is about as much as you can run.
We dug through a local truck repair shop's resale tire pile and dug out 6 of the best M/S recaps we could find. We were able to find some with nearly new treads for cheap.

Got the rears on, but am struggling a bit with putting them on the front. I'd like to believe that recapping has come along way and this truck won't see a lot of highway miles...but, there's good reason recaps aren't allowed on big rig/rv fronts. I "think" they're legal on lighter weight rigs?? I did keep the two practically "new" ones set aside for the front. We'll probably put them on and see what happens.

RockTonka · 10-02-2010, 01:22 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bobinbc

I love what you and your kids are doing with this truck, it's really come a long way. Have you taken it back for a visit with the former owner yet? I bet he'd be surprised!

Thanks! We thought about running it by the ole boy, he's only a few miles from us...but, I think I want to wait until I get it converted over to 4X with the BBC.

RockTonka · 10-02-2010, 04:36 PM

Went ahead and mounted up the front retreads also...actually drives better.

oklahomaduner · 10-02-2010, 06:33 PM

I couldn't resist...

oklahomaduner · 10-02-2010, 06:34 PM

...

oklahomaduner · 10-02-2010, 06:36 PM

And a pic from cruising to the tire shop!

joe231 · 10-02-2010, 07:03 PM

Man that thing looks sweet with a crew and tandems!!!
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RockTonka · 10-02-2010, 07:46 PM

This is what we're going for, cleaned up with about 4" of lift...

58 gmc · 10-02-2010, 08:04 PM

Great Lookin Truck, love the 58's, gonna be a cool truck, where in okc are you located? see ya jeff

04-06-2011, 12:32 AM	#1
RockTonka Registered User Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Oklahoma City, OK Posts: 1,524	Re: 1958 Apache 38 Dually Dump Project We appreciate the kind remarks from yall' Haven't got much done lately. Still driving it on weekends when we can and gathering up parts before taking it down. The NV4500/205 is the big piece in my puzzle and I've been working with a major drivetrain shop here in the city to piece together the combo...just $$$ to make it happen . Picked up a used hydro boost and upgraded to a different PSC reservoir with the double return and internal filter for it...still figuring out which master I want to use. Attached Images __________________ 1958 Chevy 1 ton dually 4X4 dump/flat bed My build thread 1966 "Not-So-Original" Chevy Custom Trim Suburban My Time-Killing Project Truck 1966 GMC Extended cab 1 1/4 ton 4X4 My Son's build thread

09-17-2010, 05:36 PM	#2
WIDESIDE72 Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Cedar Park, Texas Posts: 7,500	Re: 1958 Apache 38 Dually Dump Project Cool build!!!

09-17-2010, 07:19 PM	#3
Dieselwrencher 6>8 Plugless........ Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Prairie City, Ia Posts: 17,139	Re: 1958 Apache 38 Dually Dump Project Very cool build! What a great find and what a great way for your sons to show some appreciation for you! __________________ Ryan 1972 Chevy Longhorn K30 Cheyenne Super, 359 Inline 6 cylinder, Auto Trans, Tilt, Diesel Tach/Vach, Buckets, Rare Rear 4-link and air ride option Build Thread 1972 GMC Sierra Grande Longhorn 4x4 1972 Chevy Cheyenne Super K20 Long Step side tilt, tach, tow hooks, AC, 350 4 speed 1972 C10 Suburban Custom Deluxe 1969 Chevy milk truck 1971 Camaro RS 5.3 BTR STG3 Cam Super T10 1940 Ford 354 Hemi 46RH Ford 9" on air ride huge project *Tired of spark plugs? Check this out.*

09-17-2010, 10:30 PM	#4
nbrfd007 Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: New Blaine, Arkansas Posts: 751	Re: 1958 Apache 38 Dually Dump Project Great job!

09-17-2010, 11:00 PM	#5
Thealien Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Pine Ridge Florida Posts: 4,125	Re: 1958 Apache 38 Dually Dump Project Excellant in many ways! Thanks for sharing! __________________ Click on my Not really a build thread, yet NOT SO RUST FREE RUST FREE BLAZER LS ENGINE SWAP INFORMATION THREAD BOLT RESTORATIONS 4l60 to an NP205

09-24-2010, 06:22 PM	#6
RockTonka Registered User Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Oklahoma City, OK Posts: 1,524	Re: 1958 Apache 38 Dually Dump Project Thanks for the comments, we appreciate the feedback. My son wanted to clean up the rear while we're waiting on engine/drivetrain work. He cleaned up the bed before rattle-canning it a gloss black (easy touch-up). A few coats of stain/polyurethane has the sides protected and looking good. Attached Images

09-24-2010, 06:29 PM	#7
RockTonka Registered User Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Oklahoma City, OK Posts: 1,524	Re: 1958 Apache 38 Dually Dump Project We pulled out the old pitted rear glass and dropped a slider in it's place, also welded up some brackets to hold mud flaps Attached Images

09-24-2010, 07:12 PM	#8
Kim57 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Corona, California Posts: 7,998	Re: 1958 Apache 38 Dually Dump Project The truck looks nice. Kim

09-24-2010, 10:51 PM	#9
chevyrestoguy Registered User Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: apple valley, ca Posts: 2,670	Re: 1958 Apache 38 Dually Dump Project That truck is so freakin' cool!!!! You guys have done a GREAT job so far. It makes me want to go find an old flatbed and do the same!!

09-29-2010, 02:07 PM	#10
JohnC Registered User Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Oklahoma Posts: 7,461	Re: 1958 Apache 38 Dually Dump Project Truck looks awesome man. It is coming along great. I also love the story behind it, and your kids surprising you with it. As a dad myself I know how much it means, even little as some may be, when your kids do something special for you. Definitely subscribing to see how the progress continues. Hopefully I can see this beast in person sometime soon.

09-29-2010, 04:41 PM	#11
Dieselwrencher 6>8 Plugless........ Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Prairie City, Ia Posts: 17,139	Re: 1958 Apache 38 Dually Dump Project The truck keeps looking better all the time! You know what is the best part of this build is? You guys started with an old truck and are bringing it back to life by your selves. Anyone can do it and you guys are showing them how step by step. Nice work! __________________ Ryan 1972 Chevy Longhorn K30 Cheyenne Super, 359 Inline 6 cylinder, Auto Trans, Tilt, Diesel Tach/Vach, Buckets, Rare Rear 4-link and air ride option Build Thread 1972 GMC Sierra Grande Longhorn 4x4 1972 Chevy Cheyenne Super K20 Long Step side tilt, tach, tow hooks, AC, 350 4 speed 1972 C10 Suburban Custom Deluxe 1969 Chevy milk truck 1971 Camaro RS 5.3 BTR STG3 Cam Super T10 1940 Ford 354 Hemi 46RH Ford 9" on air ride huge project *Tired of spark plugs? Check this out.*

09-30-2010, 12:17 AM	#12
RockTonka Registered User Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Oklahoma City, OK Posts: 1,524	Re: 1958 Apache 38 Dually Dump Project Thanks to all for the kind remarks. I'm an old gear head and being able to share that with my son, daughter, and even wife brings me great joy. But, sometimes I think that they got the truck to get me off their asses and back into the garage. __________________ 1958 Chevy 1 ton dually 4X4 dump/flat bed My build thread 1966 "Not-So-Original" Chevy Custom Trim Suburban My Time-Killing Project Truck 1966 GMC Extended cab 1 1/4 ton 4X4 My Son's build thread

09-30-2010, 12:25 AM	#13
Dieselwrencher 6>8 Plugless........ Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Prairie City, Ia Posts: 17,139	Re: 1958 Apache 38 Dually Dump Project Not to ruin your thread, but how's your son's extended cab, cab, coming along? __________________ Ryan 1972 Chevy Longhorn K30 Cheyenne Super, 359 Inline 6 cylinder, Auto Trans, Tilt, Diesel Tach/Vach, Buckets, Rare Rear 4-link and air ride option Build Thread 1972 GMC Sierra Grande Longhorn 4x4 1972 Chevy Cheyenne Super K20 Long Step side tilt, tach, tow hooks, AC, 350 4 speed 1972 C10 Suburban Custom Deluxe 1969 Chevy milk truck 1971 Camaro RS 5.3 BTR STG3 Cam Super T10 1940 Ford 354 Hemi 46RH Ford 9" on air ride huge project *Tired of spark plugs? Check this out.*

09-30-2010, 12:37 AM	#14
RockTonka Registered User Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Oklahoma City, OK Posts: 1,524	Re: 1958 Apache 38 Dually Dump Project Not ruining it at all! Thanks for asking! It's slowed down with our body man struggling with some health issues. He's really doing us a huge favor and trying to do as much as he can in his spare time...we wouldn't have attempted the extension without his expertise. We are in a bit of a lull anyhow, and there's other parts of my son's build that need our attention, so we're working around it. BUT, having that done would be the catalyst we need to start making more things happen quicker. __________________ 1958 Chevy 1 ton dually 4X4 dump/flat bed My build thread 1966 "Not-So-Original" Chevy Custom Trim Suburban My Time-Killing Project Truck 1966 GMC Extended cab 1 1/4 ton 4X4 My Son's build thread

09-30-2010, 12:51 AM	#15
Dieselwrencher 6>8 Plugless........ Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Prairie City, Ia Posts: 17,139	Re: 1958 Apache 38 Dually Dump Project I hear that. __________________ Ryan 1972 Chevy Longhorn K30 Cheyenne Super, 359 Inline 6 cylinder, Auto Trans, Tilt, Diesel Tach/Vach, Buckets, Rare Rear 4-link and air ride option Build Thread 1972 GMC Sierra Grande Longhorn 4x4 1972 Chevy Cheyenne Super K20 Long Step side tilt, tach, tow hooks, AC, 350 4 speed 1972 C10 Suburban Custom Deluxe 1969 Chevy milk truck 1971 Camaro RS 5.3 BTR STG3 Cam Super T10 1940 Ford 354 Hemi 46RH Ford 9" on air ride huge project *Tired of spark plugs? Check this out.*



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10-01-2010, 02:12 AM	#16
bobinbc Registered User Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Vancouver Island, Courtenay B.C. CANADA Posts: 575	Re: 1958 Apache 38 Dually Dump Project I love what you and your kids are doing with this truck, it's really come a long way. Have you taken it back for a visit with the former owner yet? I bet he'd be surprised! __________________ 1962 Chevy blue SBFS 1957 Chevy yellow SBSS 1956 GMC red SBSS Nov 2017 ToTM https://www.facebook.com/groups/Cana...geChevyTrucks/

10-02-2010, 01:15 AM	#17
RockTonka Registered User Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Oklahoma City, OK Posts: 1,524	Re: 1958 Apache 38 Dually Dump Project Been looking at different tire options in prep for going 4X, the wheels are narrow at 6", and we didn't want to run spacers on the rear...so, a 245/70-19.5 (about 33.5") is about as much as you can run. We dug through a local truck repair shop's resale tire pile and dug out 6 of the best M/S recaps we could find. We were able to find some with nearly new treads for cheap. Got the rears on, but am struggling a bit with putting them on the front. I'd like to believe that recapping has come along way and this truck won't see a lot of highway miles...but, there's good reason recaps aren't allowed on big rig/rv fronts. I "think" they're legal on lighter weight rigs?? I did keep the two practically "new" ones set aside for the front. We'll probably put them on and see what happens. Attached Images __________________ 1958 Chevy 1 ton dually 4X4 dump/flat bed My build thread 1966 "Not-So-Original" Chevy Custom Trim Suburban My Time-Killing Project Truck 1966 GMC Extended cab 1 1/4 ton 4X4 My Son's build thread

10-02-2010, 04:36 PM	#19
RockTonka Registered User Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Oklahoma City, OK Posts: 1,524	Re: 1958 Apache 38 Dually Dump Project Went ahead and mounted up the front retreads also...actually drives better. Attached Images __________________ 1958 Chevy 1 ton dually 4X4 dump/flat bed My build thread 1966 "Not-So-Original" Chevy Custom Trim Suburban My Time-Killing Project Truck 1966 GMC Extended cab 1 1/4 ton 4X4 My Son's build thread

10-02-2010, 06:33 PM	#20
oklahomaduner Registered User Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Oklahoma City Posts: 447	Re: 1958 Apache 38 Dually Dump Project I couldn't resist... Attached Images __________________ 1966 GMC Extended cab 1 1/4 ton 4x4 My build thread 1958 Chevy 1 ton dually flatbed My Dad's build thread 1966 GMC Custom Trim Big Back Window W/351e My Time-Killing Project Truck 1966 (Not So) All Original Chevy Custom Trim Suburban My Dad's Time-Killing Project Truck

10-02-2010, 06:34 PM	#21
oklahomaduner Registered User Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Oklahoma City Posts: 447	Re: 1958 Apache 38 Dually Dump Project ... Attached Images __________________ 1966 GMC Extended cab 1 1/4 ton 4x4 My build thread 1958 Chevy 1 ton dually flatbed My Dad's build thread 1966 GMC Custom Trim Big Back Window W/351e My Time-Killing Project Truck 1966 (Not So) All Original Chevy Custom Trim Suburban My Dad's Time-Killing Project Truck

10-02-2010, 06:36 PM	#22
oklahomaduner Registered User Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Oklahoma City Posts: 447	Re: 1958 Apache 38 Dually Dump Project And a pic from cruising to the tire shop! Attached Images __________________ 1966 GMC Extended cab 1 1/4 ton 4x4 My build thread 1958 Chevy 1 ton dually flatbed My Dad's build thread 1966 GMC Custom Trim Big Back Window W/351e My Time-Killing Project Truck 1966 (Not So) All Original Chevy Custom Trim Suburban My Dad's Time-Killing Project Truck

10-02-2010, 07:03 PM	#23
joe231 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Palmer, Alaska Posts: 13,821	Re: 1958 Apache 38 Dually Dump Project Man that thing looks sweet with a crew and tandems!!! Posted via Mobile Device __________________ *CHEVY ONLY*

10-02-2010, 07:46 PM	#24
RockTonka Registered User Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Oklahoma City, OK Posts: 1,524	Re: 1958 Apache 38 Dually Dump Project This is what we're going for, cleaned up with about 4" of lift... Attached Images __________________ 1958 Chevy 1 ton dually 4X4 dump/flat bed My build thread 1966 "Not-So-Original" Chevy Custom Trim Suburban My Time-Killing Project Truck 1966 GMC Extended cab 1 1/4 ton 4X4 My Son's build thread

10-02-2010, 08:04 PM	#25
58 gmc ToTM Winner Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: okc Posts: 243	Re: 1958 Apache 38 Dually Dump Project Great Lookin Truck, love the 58's, gonna be a cool truck, where in okc are you located? see ya jeff __________________ ToTM Winner

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