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01-25-2017, 10:45 PM | #1 |
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Re: Project Eugene: 1949 5 window
Well I FINALLY got a rear bumper and got it mounted- I never liked how they dropped the rear bumper down so far from the factory, so I raised mine up and chopped up a filler piece and I think it cleaned up quite nicely. Just welded the rear bumper mounts right to the frame.
Only problem was that then I realized that I mounted the rear exhaust behind the axle way too low- and getting the tank out was going to be a nightmare if I raised them. Nuts. So I added some Vclamps to make it possible to move them up. It was a pain, but everything is where I like it now. Then this weekend I finally got around to finishing the exhaust kick outs and wrapped them where they go under the tank. At least 3/4" of clearance on all corners. And then I got the tank and compressors mounted. All tucked away under the rear facing seat and the compressors and air lines are away from the exhaust. I made a plate that sits in front of the tank for the manifold and ECU to mount to- and all I will have to do is pull off the rear seat to get to all of it. Now I'm saving up for steering parts, and then suspension parts...I wish I hadn't chopped down my money tree. |
01-25-2017, 11:37 PM | #2 |
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Re: Project Eugene: 1949 5 window
Nice progress...the exhaust turned out great.
Marc
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01-25-2017, 11:49 PM | #3 |
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Re: Project Eugene: 1949 5 window
Nice update...Jim
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01-26-2017, 12:38 AM | #4 |
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Re: Project Eugene: 1949 5 window
all of it is looking good. nice and clean
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01-26-2017, 10:19 AM | #5 |
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Re: Project Eugene: 1949 5 window
You're doing a great job! S10 frames do present some head scratchers don't they!
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01-26-2017, 11:29 AM | #6 |
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Re: Project Eugene: 1949 5 window
Everything looks good keep up the momentum
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01-26-2017, 04:18 PM | #7 |
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Re: Project Eugene: 1949 5 window
Looks great, about time to put a bullet in said dog!
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02-16-2017, 12:24 AM | #8 |
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Re: Project Eugene: 1949 5 window
Really like this build
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02-16-2017, 12:46 AM | #9 |
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Re: Project Eugene: 1949 5 window
That looks nice!
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02-16-2017, 10:40 AM | #10 |
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Re: Project Eugene: 1949 5 window
details are great. luv that bed wood
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08-15-2017, 08:18 AM | #11 |
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Re: Project Eugene: 1949 5 window
Well, progress has been slow this summer as I have been busy wakesurfing and building furniture/ knocking out side jobs to make money to buy more parts! The good news is that I'm back on track and getting stuff done.
Bought some engine covers. It's not a 6.0 so I need to shave that... Steering parts finally arrived after a two month backorder. Borgeson joints and all new TRE's for safety. The connections fit like a glove! The next big step is paint. Tricky part for me is that I have some GREAT original patina that I want to preserve, but LOTS of new sheetmetal that I replaced- so I am trying to find a balance of new paint that looks old and leaving some of the old stuff showing through. I know fauxtina is a touchy subject, but it's my truck- so everybody that doesn't like it can kick rocks. Started by building up some layers on the brand new stuff, and you can see the original patina on the fenders in the back. Then we spray on the blue/ green and wet sand a LOT until we feel like we have the right amount of old showing through, and spray on the matte clear. Rear Fenders: I knocked out the front fenders and hood this last weekend, and the cab/ doors are this weekend's project. With Emblems: Air ride parts are trickling in- so once paint is done we will start picking at that. Still lots to do, but feels good to be moving forward again! |
08-15-2017, 10:23 AM | #12 | |
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Re: Project Eugene: 1949 5 window
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I see a Hobart welder in the background of one of your pics. Which one is it? 190 or 140?
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08-15-2017, 11:07 AM | #13 |
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Re: Project Eugene: 1949 5 window
I second that, really good job on the patina. Too many people want to get their patina "perfect" and patina is far from that. I have found getting flat paint either cans or spray works best. But, if you have glossy paint and want to flatten it mix some corn starch into it. My '53 I'm building now is named Eugene as well.
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08-15-2017, 07:46 PM | #14 |
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Re: Project Eugene: 1949 5 window
Thanks a lot guys- it has been a fun process to work through.
I started with a pretty well patina'd hood and fenders, and really tried to follow the cues that they gave me in where they were already worn. The rear fenders were an effort to just do the same. I've been starting at patina and fauxtina pics for over a year now so I had a pretty good idea of where I was headed. Never heard of the corn starch idea. I put on a layer of black auto paint with a roller, mixed up a red and brushed it on, and then sprayed on the blue/green. (It's rustoleum dark turquoise) Then it was wet sand with 400 til I like it and then a matte clear. I will probably end up scotch brite padding the clear to knock down more of the shine. The welder is a Hobart 190. I beat the hell outta that little bugger and it just keeps running. Someday I will buy a big kid welder but for now this thing takes everything I throw at it. |
08-15-2017, 09:10 AM | #15 |
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Re: Project Eugene: 1949 5 window
Turned out nice...Jim
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08-16-2017, 10:20 AM | #16 |
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Re: Project Eugene: 1949 5 window
its your truck, do what you want. I think it looks great. some pros to fauxtina and its almost impossible to find original trucks that need zero patches, so around here it is inevitable to not blend in a patch panel.
Did I miss your steering setup prior? Looks like you moved the steering over some, that is way too nice of an angle for an s10, LS. I moved my steering hole over on my current build, but its on the original frame with m2. are those ebay stainless shorty headers?
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08-16-2017, 02:00 PM | #17 | |
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Yes, I moved the steering over on the dash towards the drivers door a few inches. Makes the steering wheel sit centered on the drivers seat indents for the bench seat I put in there. That, combined with moving the hole in the floor made it WAY easier to get the steering angles happy! Yup, ebay stainless headers. Very happy with them. |
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08-16-2017, 03:10 PM | #18 |
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Re: Project Eugene: 1949 5 window
Can anyone tell me what I need to do in order to get my pics to work? I dont want to spend $40 a month to be able to attach pics.
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08-16-2017, 04:12 PM | #19 |
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Re: Project Eugene: 1949 5 window
I switched to flickr
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08-16-2017, 04:34 PM | #20 |
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get free image editing program. open your picture up. resample aka resize it to 10" wide and 72dpi, save that picture to whatever folder you want. When you make a post here, go to advanced rather than quick reply, you'll see where you can upload the photos. I'v had 3 threads in past 7 years and all my photos are hosted here.
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08-16-2017, 06:21 PM | #21 |
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Oh man, so I have to reload every image to my thread?
This is heartbreaking... |
08-17-2017, 10:13 AM | #22 |
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Been there, done that! I understand your pain. Had to re-upload a 15 pages tutorial I had elsewhere. At least you'll do it only once.
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08-17-2017, 02:02 PM | #23 |
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Re: Project Eugene: 1949 5 window
I could see your pics when you first posted them...next day it was nothing but goofy screen..
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08-17-2017, 03:05 PM | #24 |
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Some FREE alternatives to photobucket:
https://www.ghacks.net/2017/07/02/ph...r-third-party/ Hoping you'll find there one that suits you best. |
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