Jesses' 48 PU

[8man]

Good job on the tubs.

[Jason 56]

The tubs are looking great. Those trailer fenders work well!

[Jesse49chevy]

It may seem as if Im all over the place, but in order to finish the bed, I have to pull the truck out of the garage. In order to pull it out, I have to tarp it as this darn Houston weather is crazy. Sunny one day, cold and rainy the next. So in order to tarp it, I might as well leave it out a week or two. So to avoid all that nonsense, I might as well install the glass. This way I can push it out and not worry about the weather...
All of that mumble jumble to say this..
Door glass and corner glass went on today.. kinda proud of myself..lol
Hopefully next weekend ill install rear glass and windshield(s)

[8man]

Congrats on the glass. Where did you get them?

[Jesse49chevy]

Thanks Robert, I bought the glass from Classic Parts. They were fast, and made good on a mistake they made. I ordered all black locking strip and for some reason they sent chrome for the rear glass. I called them, and I had the right part at my door in two days. Great service.

[Tempest67]

nice work, I have read that those corner windows are difficult to install.

I like how your side windows have the chrome at the top of the glass, I guess that is another difference between 49 and my 51.

keep it going, looking good.

[Jesse49chevy]

Thank you Tempest... the chrome frame was an option when I ordered the glass.
Being that I had never installed any glass before, I was a bit reluctant. But after watching several YouTube videos, I decided to jump in head first. I have to admit, its not as difficult as expected. Especially being a one man show, most videos recommend having a buddy hold your beer, I mean the glass or assist. Guess having the right tools help, wont say it was a breeze, but on a curse word level from 1 to 10, id say it was a 2.

[Tempest67]

I installed the windshields on mine and it was surprisingly straight forward.

I installed the glass into the seal on the bench, , held with masking tape, and then rested it on the cowl and did the 'rope trick' from the inside and removed the tape once it was in.

also, I would recommend some sealant, between glass and seal, and seal and frame, as mine leaked in the corners and it would have been much easier to add during the install.

I found that as soon as I added the new glass, the truck changed from a neglected 'farm truck' to a road worthy vehicle.

keep it going

[Jesse49chevy]

Yes sir, I plan to tackle that tjis coming weekend. I appreciate the advise, will definately add sealant.

[Jesse49chevy]

Weekend didnt go as planned, managed to install the rear window but held back on the windshield. Since I have the original chrome trim, I plan to use it. Cleaned uand polished up nice. I mean it is 70+ years old. But ran into a snag, the center chrome strip is solid, but the plate the receives the screws, well that is showing its age, so unfortunately im not able to use it and will need to order a new one.
I started to work on the chrome trim for the door windows (also originals) but ran into a snag. As I was trying to install the exterior trim, it seems it goes in before the window track. Which means I have to tear my doors apart!!
One step forward, 10 steps back.... a bit frustrating... lack of research.

[8man]

If that's the center piece with all the bolt holes in it, I can look here, I had an extra, just don't remember if I still have it. Let me know if you want me to look.

[Jesse49chevy]

My grandson pointing out I have to start over with the doors to install the exterior trim

[Jesse49chevy]

Hey Robert, sure.. I much rather use an old one as a new one will not match the rest of the trim.

[Jesse49chevy]

Finally was able to take a Saturday off to work on the truck. I was determined to install the windshield. I tried it once before and ruined the rubber as I tried to do it by myself. This time I recruited my sons help and together we managed to install it. Not sure if its due to the chrome strip, but it was much harder than all the videos I watched on Youtube.
Glad its in, and now looking forward to finishing the bed.

[8man]

Looking good! You are going to be taking that road trip over to help me before you know it.

[Jesse49chevy]

Hello world.. its been a minute or two since I posted an update. Alot has happened and its been crazy busy. After 30 years in my industry, I decided I had enough of working hard for others, making them millions while I got peanuts. So I decided to open my own trucking company "Semper Fi Drayage Services" its been stressful, lots of sleepless nights, but fruitfull and worth it. Only thing, very little off time.. but soon I will be back on track...
Been pidling on the truck every chance I get, finally worked on the fenders, thanks to my friend Robert, my passenger fender no longer has the spare tire indention. He donated the filler piece from an old fender he had. I cut it up and welded it in place.
Fenders are in place just to sit the bed and figure out how im going to bolt it down. Pulled it out of the garage so it can get some fresh air. It feels good to see it come together...

[Jason 56]

Good luck on the new business venture. Truck looks great outside. Don’t recall if your on air or springs, but the stance looks awesome!

[8man]

Looking good! Congratulations on the new venture, I hope it is all you dream of.

[Jesse49chevy]

Originally Posted by 8man

Looking good! Congratulations on the new venture, I hope it is all you dream of.

Thank you Robert, not sure if its all ive dreamt of, but Ive always had passion and dedication for what I do. Ive worked hard and sacrificed so much to build up companies. I figured why not do it for myself?

[8man]

BTW, nice work on that fender repair!

[Jesse49chevy]

Originally Posted by Jason 56

Good luck on the new business venture. Truck looks great outside. Don’t recall if your on air or springs, but the stance looks awesome!

Hey Jason.. its on springs... I love the stance as well. My only concern is, now I can barely get a floor jack under it. Once I put the front bumper on, I cant drive it up my ramps...

[6DoF]

[Jesse49chevy]

Hello world.. its been a while.. who am I kidding, its been years since I post. Time has gone by and life has been great. At the same time its been super busy. Come to find out, being self employed is great but you give up family time, personal time and time to work on your projects. Basically I havent touched my truck in over two years. So I made the decision to outsource the remainder to a friend of mine. He finally made time to come pick it up and finish it for me. He will do the wiring, engine and whatever is left to get it running. I hope it doesnt take another two years. Ive asked him to take pics so I can keep you all informed on progress.
Wish me luck...