Kabwe's aka Bam's build - Page 27 - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

Kabwe · 10-25-2011, 03:30 PM

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Originally Posted by apache200

how did you delete the fender bolts from inside the bedsides?

Yeah, you noticed that did you?lol

What I did was buy a bunch of carriage bolts, and washers that the square part could not go through. Then I installed the carriage bolts with the washers and nuts on the outside and tack the washers in place. Then I cut off the head of the carriage bolt and grind it flush and welded it closed. This way when the tighten the bolt it has the washer for extra strength so the sheetmetal will not buckle. I will also be using Nylon Insert Lock nuts so that I don't have to really torque down and it still will not back off the bolt.

OrrieG · 10-25-2011, 07:41 PM

If I am understanding what you did maybe an easier way would have been to use an elevator bolt. They come in two styles one with a square section at the head like a carriage bolt, another with a prong thing (used for wood that can be ground off) with a round shaft. I have used them on inside of the firewall and cab where I need a threaded shaft but did not want to drill the metal.

VDOG · 10-25-2011, 08:04 PM

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Originally Posted by Kabwe

Yeah, you noticed that did you?lol

Then I installed the carriage bolts with the washers and nuts on the outside and tack the washers in place. Then I cut off the head of the carriage bolt and grind it flush and welded it closed.

I have seen that before on an episode of Trucks. They did the same process to make a smooth bumper. Cool!

apache200 · 10-25-2011, 10:54 PM

thanks for the help!!! I hope my bedside turns out as good as yours

Kabwe · 10-26-2011, 12:41 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by OrrieG

If I am understanding what you did maybe an easier way would have been to use an elevator bolt. They come in two styles one with a square section at the head like a carriage bolt, another with a prong thing (used for wood that can be ground off) with a round shaft. I have used them on inside of the firewall and cab where I need a threaded shaft but did not want to drill the metal.

Well the way I've done it was pretty easy, but thats not to say its the best way its just the way I've done it.

Quote:

Originally Posted by VDOG

I have seen that before on an episode of Trucks. They did the same process to make a smooth bumper. Cool!

Yeah I use the same procedure when smoothing a bumper its a old school thing I've learned from hanging around old school rodders.

Quote:

Originally Posted by apache200

thanks for the help!!! I hope my bedside turns out as good as yours

No problem and I'm sure it will.

VDOG · 10-26-2011, 08:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Kabwe

Well the way I've done it was pretty easy, but thats not to say its the best way its just the way I've done it.

Yeah I use the same procedure when smoothing a bumper its a old school thing I've learned from hanging around old school rodders.

You know BAM, patting your ownself on the back is so outdated. We know your the man, thats why were all such good friends and fans of yours.
LOL
Yeah I know im starting trouble again.

Kabwe · 10-27-2011, 01:20 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by VDOG

You know BAM, patting your ownself on the back is so outdated. We know your the man, thats why were all such good friends and fans of yours.
LOL
Yeah I know im starting trouble again.

Well I did not think I was patting myself on my back, I have very short arms. Friend? Who ever said you were a friend? You think way too much of yourself.lol

**Dan in Pasadena** · 10-31-2011, 02:01 PM

Yada, yada, yada, where's the new work Bam? C'mon, we KNOW you're holding out on us, lol!

Kabwe · 10-31-2011, 02:04 PM

No work to speak of, I just haven't had the time. I'm too busy helping other people get their project together. Somethings got to give because mine project is suffering no work on it in months.

**Dan in Pasadena** · 10-31-2011, 02:25 PM

Well, ok...if you're helping other people in exchange for uh....er....cash considerations...then something actually IS happening on your project - fund raising! Something we can all relate to the need for. Take pictures of the cobbwebs forming on her, we gotta have us some pictures man! lol.

Kabwe · 10-31-2011, 03:02 PM

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Originally Posted by Dan in Pasadena

Well, ok...if you're helping other people in exchange for uh....er....cash considerations...then something actually IS happening on your project - fund raising! Something we can all relate to the need for. Take pictures of the cobbwebs forming on her, we gotta have us some pictures man! lol.

No everything is not about cash, somethings are just things I've promised. I keep my promises, all we really have is our word. I'm gonna learn to just be quiet, that way I will not have to keep my word.lol I can say "I didn't say anything".lol

The last thing I promised to do was BCToyBox's c-notch and then I'm done with him for good.lol

Barney Rubble · 10-31-2011, 06:23 PM

Bam, looking for a holiday in Australia? Could probably organize a tour for you....... I'm sure a lot of the blokes here would love to have you over for a visit!
Scott

OrrieG · 10-31-2011, 06:58 PM

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Originally Posted by Kabwe

No everything is not about cash, somethings are just things I've promised. I keep my promises, all we really have is our word. I'm gonna learn to just be quiet, that way I will not have to keep my word.lol I can say "I didn't say anything".lol

The last thing I promised to do was BCToyBox's c-notch and then I'm done with him for good.lol

I worked with and in non-profit organizations for 20 years outside of my regular day job. Finally learned to start saying NO to get my life back. Trust me if they don't understand then they probably aren't that good of friends.

Kabwe · 10-31-2011, 08:13 PM

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Originally Posted by Barney Rubble

Bam, looking for a holiday in Australia? Could probably organize a tour for you....... I'm sure a lot of the blokes here would love to have you over for a visit!
Scott

I wish could Scott, but money is too tight to mention around xmas.lol Its all going out and nothing coming in.lol

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Originally Posted by OrrieG

I worked with and in non-profit organizations for 20 years outside of my regular day job. Finally learned to start saying NO to get my life back. Trust me if they don't understand then they probably aren't that good of friends.

Oh I have no problems saying no believe me, but if I tell you yes I keep my word that's all. I don't believe in "but man this and that" I should have thought about that before I gave my word. I gave my word so that's that. I met too many people that are full of sh&t and I don't want to be one of them.lol

Rods57 · 11-01-2011, 12:30 AM

Great attitude man, not a lot of people out there left who back up their word...

Rods57 · 11-10-2011, 09:57 PM

Hey there, hows the truck coming? its getting cold here in Idaho so we need guys in your neck of the woods to make progress and keep us motivated....

1959Chev · 11-11-2011, 10:32 AM

Bam, Why can't I see any of your pictures?

Kabwe · 11-11-2011, 11:04 AM

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Originally Posted by 1959Chev

Bam, Why can't I see any of your pictures?

I don't know man I can see them, does anybody else have that issue? I went through the build page and I can see all of them. If you are talking any updates on the last couple pages I have no new pics.lol

1959Chev · 11-11-2011, 11:08 AM

All I see is red x's. I can see all the pics others load up but not your build pics. I've heard so much about your project on here I really would like to see it.

Kabwe · 11-11-2011, 11:20 AM

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Originally Posted by 1959Chev

All I see is red x's. I can see all the pics others load up but not your build pics. I've heard so much about your project on here I really would like to see it.

Man you got to be kidding me? I just looked through it again and I can see all the pictures. Is anyone else having this issue? What web browser are you using? Clear your temp files and see what happens.

Anyway try this link man
http://www.trifive.com/forums/showthread.php?t=55146

1959Chev · 11-11-2011, 11:25 AM

Still got red x's even on trifive.. What image hosting are you using?

Kabwe · 11-11-2011, 11:53 AM

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Originally Posted by 1959Chev

Still got red x's even on trifive.. What image hosting are you using?

They are hosted by flickr. Man I don't know what to tell you because I have 4 computers in my house and I checked all 4 and the picture show up.

What browser are you using, did you clear you temp files?

OrrieG · 11-11-2011, 12:43 PM

FWIW they open ok for me in IE8. Check your pop up blocker, you might need to temporarily disable it.

Kabwe · 11-11-2011, 03:05 PM

Thanks for letting me know you can see them OrrieG.

1959Chev · 11-12-2011, 01:04 PM

Bam,
Just letting you know I can see them now. Not sure what the issue was but I can see them now. awesome work man. I will be referencing this thread often..

10-25-2011, 07:41 PM	#652
OrrieG Registered User Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Idaho Posts: 8,800	Re: Kabwe's aka Bam's build If I am understanding what you did maybe an easier way would have been to use an elevator bolt. They come in two styles one with a square section at the head like a carriage bolt, another with a prong thing (used for wood that can be ground off) with a round shaft. I have used them on inside of the firewall and cab where I need a threaded shaft but did not want to drill the metal. Attached Images __________________ 1959 Chevy Short Fleetside w/ 74 4WD drive train (current project) OrrieG Build Thread 1964 Chevelle Malibu w/ 355-350TH (daily driver) Helpful AD and TF Manual Site Old Car Manual Project

10-25-2011, 10:54 PM	#654
apache200 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: North Carolina Posts: 275	Re: Kabwe's aka Bam's build thanks for the help!!! I hope my bedside turns out as good as yours __________________ 1958 Chevy Apache Stepside 1955 BBW Fleetside

10-31-2011, 02:01 PM	#658
Dan in Pasadena Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Glendora, CA Posts: 6,341	Re: Kabwe's aka Bam's build Yada, yada, yada, where's the new work Bam? C'mon, we KNOW you're holding out on us, lol!

10-31-2011, 02:04 PM	#659
Kabwe Certified Car Nut Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Inglewood, California Posts: 3,118	Re: Kabwe's aka Bam's build No work to speak of, I just haven't had the time. I'm too busy helping other people get their project together. Somethings got to give because mine project is suffering no work on it in months.

10-31-2011, 02:25 PM	#660
Dan in Pasadena Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Glendora, CA Posts: 6,341	Re: Kabwe's aka Bam's build Well, ok...if you're helping other people in exchange for uh....er....cash considerations...then something actually IS happening on your project - fund raising! Something we can all relate to the need for. Take pictures of the cobbwebs forming on her, we gotta have us some pictures man! lol.

10-31-2011, 06:23 PM	#662
Barney Rubble Registered User Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Queensland, Australia Posts: 120	Re: Kabwe's aka Bam's build Bam, looking for a holiday in Australia? Could probably organize a tour for you....... I'm sure a lot of the blokes here would love to have you over for a visit! Scott

11-01-2011, 12:30 AM	#665
Rods57 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Boise, Idaho Posts: 610	Re: Kabwe's aka Bam's build Great attitude man, not a lot of people out there left who back up their word... __________________ My 57 Build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=471289

11-10-2011, 09:57 PM	#666
Rods57 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Boise, Idaho Posts: 610	Re: Kabwe's aka Bam's build Hey there, hows the truck coming? its getting cold here in Idaho so we need guys in your neck of the woods to make progress and keep us motivated.... __________________ My 57 Build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=471289

11-11-2011, 10:32 AM	#667
1959Chev Registered User Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Hattiesburg, MS Posts: 109	Re: Kabwe's aka Bam's build Bam, Why can't I see any of your pictures?

11-11-2011, 11:08 AM	#669
1959Chev Registered User Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Hattiesburg, MS Posts: 109	Re: Kabwe's aka Bam's build All I see is red x's. I can see all the pics others load up but not your build pics. I've heard so much about your project on here I really would like to see it.

11-11-2011, 11:25 AM	#671
1959Chev Registered User Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Hattiesburg, MS Posts: 109	Re: Kabwe's aka Bam's build Still got red x's even on trifive.. What image hosting are you using?

11-11-2011, 12:43 PM	#673
OrrieG Registered User Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Idaho Posts: 8,800	Re: Kabwe's aka Bam's build FWIW they open ok for me in IE8. Check your pop up blocker, you might need to temporarily disable it. __________________ 1959 Chevy Short Fleetside w/ 74 4WD drive train (current project) OrrieG Build Thread 1964 Chevelle Malibu w/ 355-350TH (daily driver) Helpful AD and TF Manual Site Old Car Manual Project

11-11-2011, 03:05 PM	#674
Kabwe Certified Car Nut Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Inglewood, California Posts: 3,118	Re: Kabwe's aka Bam's build Thanks for letting me know you can see them OrrieG.

11-12-2011, 01:04 PM	#675
1959Chev Registered User Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Hattiesburg, MS Posts: 109	Re: Kabwe's aka Bam's build Bam, Just letting you know I can see them now. Not sure what the issue was but I can see them now. awesome work man. I will be referencing this thread often..



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