Kabwe's aka Bam's build

[Wheelie]

ttiwwop

[bajabob]

holy cow that thing is sweet, hope kab's color isnt black with red ????

[bajabob]

gots to do my part to bump up the view count here..... 49,255.... come on we can do better.... lets go...

oh yea, i'll be workin on her on Sunday...

[bajabob]

lowdown
thanks for asking cuz I am with u... uh ????

[docrock]

cool

[fat56]

Awesome Build. you have inspired me with a few modifications. Cannot wait to see it finished.

[CURSED GEARS]

Impressive body of work you've done here. Don't sell it! or if you do, finish it first. Took me a couple of nights to get through this thread, I want to see it finished now!
Awsome work.

[Kabwe]

You can never have enough good fenders. I had a messed up fender laying around and a new repoped fender that someone gave me. The repop fender fitment was horrible so I decided to use it as a patch panel. I have a passenger fender that I already primed but when I checked the fitment I like the mess up fender a little better. So I decided to fix the fender and use which ever one I like the best when I put the truck back together. Or I just used it as an excuse to weld something together.lol

[Rods57]

Nice work, but then again that's what we expect from you. Have a happy holiday, hope Santa brings you shinny stuff.

[CURSED GEARS]

Used a brand new fender to patch an old one! Thats so frigging awsome! I don't think I would have a pair to do that. But if I had your talent, I guess it would be a no brainer.

[Kabwe]

Originally Posted by CURSED GEARS

Used a brand new fender to patch an old one! Thats so frigging awsome! I don't think I would have a pair to do that. But if I had your talent, I guess it would be a no brainer.

No talent over here just desire, hard work, and a love for the smell of grind, cut, or welded metal.lol
This is what is left of a new fender that I used for patch panels because the fitment was so bad. I used the rear for another fender for a buddy. It still has some use so I will not throw it out. It still has a good brace, eyebrow, and front and top panel. Somebody may need a piece of it so I will keep it. I know too many hotrodders to throw it out. I don't know about the other new fenders, but the fitment for this one was garbage.

[xpickup]

Kabwe, You must have gotten a bad one. Did you not know that EVERYTHING that you buy fits perfect with out any modifications. That is the big joke between my buddies and me. It does not mater what it is it does not fit! Great job on the fender. At least now it will fit!

Shannon

[CURSED GEARS]

Originally Posted by Kabwe

No talent over here just desire, hard work, and a love for the smell of grind, cut, or welded metal.lol
This is what is left of a new fender that I used for patch panels because the fitment was so bad. I used the rear for another fender for a buddy. It still has some use so I will not throw it out. It still has a good brace, eyebrow, and front and top panel. Somebody may need a piece of it so I will keep it. I know too many hotrodders to throw it out. I don't know about the other new fenders, but the fitment for this one was garbage.

It gave its life so others may live. Very heroic.

[CAL 58 GMC]

Originally Posted by Kabwe

No talent over here just desire, hard work, and a love for the smell of grind, cut, or welded metal.lol
This is what is left of a new fender that I used for patch panels because the fitment was so bad. I used the rear for another fender for a buddy. It still has some use so I will not throw it out. It still has a good brace, eyebrow, and front and top panel. Somebody may need a piece of it so I will keep it. I know too many hotrodders to throw it out. I don't know about the other new fenders, but the fitment for this one was garbage.

Once again your skills amaze me!! Bam's the Man!!!

[oldman3]

Some nice repair work. I agree with you, a lot of the repop stuff is s*it.....Jim

[56ClassicTruck]

Hello kabwe, I reread your built all over again to help inspire me again, I have not touch my truck in 7 month now ... your built is very inspirational, o and buy the way I to hide in my truck when my wife comes looking for me saying I spend to much time out in the garage!!! Lol..
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[Kabwe]

Originally Posted by OrrieG

"or reach my beer." Bam must be a pretty big guy, I only fill up half that area when I settle in like that.

Yeah I've been known to reach for a beer or two while I'm working. BTW I'm a small guy only 5'7 but built like a tailback. Oh how I miss playing football that's why I got into cars I like to use hammers and smash stuff.lol

Originally Posted by Fat Mike

How do you hold your patch panels in if you don't have access through the backside? I am finding out that my patch panels are still alittle low when I am welding so when I grind the down them down they, I still can't get them to sand down were they will be smooth.

Sometimes I just hold it by hand and just tack it in and other times I use welding magnets. But it is all about panel fitment before you start welding. Have you tried welding magnets like these?

You can get them from Harbor Freight for really cheap and in different sizes.

Originally Posted by 56ClassicTruck

Hello kabwe, I reread your built all over again to help inspire me again, I have not touch my truck in 7 month now ... your built is very inspirational, o and buy the way I to hide in my truck when my wife comes looking for me saying I spend to much time out in the garage!!! Lol..
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Thanks man I really appreciate the compliments. I have hidden in my truck also to escape the wife and for the same reasons.lol

[Fat Mike]

Yes, but because everything is not flat and has a small curve to it they are hard to use.

[mknittle]

Originally Posted by Fat Mike

Yes, but because everything is not flat and has a small curve to it they are hard to use.

I Haven't had problems with them but you have to be sure everything is where you want it. I bought a set of the panel clamps but I havent tryed them out yet.

http://www.eastwood.com/intergrip-pa...-set-of-4.html

[Kim57]

Nice job Bam.
Merry Christmas.
Kim

[Rods57]

Hey i know this guy in idaho that just screwed up a fender, he could use the left overs....

[Kabwe]

Originally Posted by Rods57

Hey i know this guy in idaho that just screwed up a fender, he could use the left overs....

If you are serious, just tell me what you need cut off of it and its yours for the shipping. PM me if you really need me to cut off a part and send it to you.

[chevyrestoguy]

Like you did, I'd rather spend 10 hours fixing an original fender than spend 10 frustrating hours trying to make an aftermarket fender fit. They make great patch panels, though.

[Rods57]

Originally Posted by Kabwe

If you are serious, just tell me what you need cut off of it and its yours for the shipping. PM me if you really need me to cut off a part and send it to you.

Bam your awesome, I make a smart @22 comment and you tell me you will send me a piece. thanks you are really amazing . I actually found two original fenders today, brought one home and had the other one held until after Christmas. thanks for offering.

[candyx]

Kabwe

Hey cut your ties with that 210 and ship it to me !!!!! Merry Christmas to you and your family