Daverods 52

[sweet70beast]

Years ago there were 4 or 5 COE's in a yard in Springfield, Id (between Blackfoot and Aberdeen). This was in 2005 I think and he wanted $3000 a piece for them back then. I haven't been there since so I don't know if they are still there or not. All of them were the 47-54 body, some long frames some short frames. The yard in Wendell Id has a bunch of them too.

[daverod]

I'll have to check that out. I would love to get a coe. I was just at Springfield.

[99 to Life]

you guys are lucky, out here on the east there are like no salvage yards for antiques. the only one I know of is Budds in Ohio and alot of his stuff is rough, like most of my stuff. I gotta get out west sometime and scoop some up.

[daverod]

My first car hauler trip. Taking the old work truck to Fo#d heaven. I beat the hell out of that old truck. New winch worked great. I do need to add some more metal to my design. or lack of. 6000 lbs at 140 a ton. I think I made out. I'm pretty sure I got my $$$ worth. Now I have room for one more truck.

[Strodder]

I see a COE in the future..

[padresag]

Originally Posted by daverod

My first car hauler trip. Taking the old work truck to Fo#d heaven. I beat the hell out of that old truck. New winch worked great. I do need to add some more metal to my design. or lack of. 6000 lbs at 140 a ton. I think I made out. I'm pretty sure I got my $$$ worth. Now I have room for one more truck.

hey just checking to see if you were still breathing?
ron

[Strodder]

Send the Medics to Dave's house, or maybe he's out killing something.

[padresag]

Originally Posted by Strodder

Send the Medics to Dave's house, or maybe he's out killing something.

there is nothing out there in killing season is there? perhaps there are a few dead soldiers out behind the shop.

ron

[bubba327]

Originally Posted by Strodder

Send the Medics to Dave's house, or maybe he's out killing something.

I saw him at the Emmett cruise middle of July and hauled him and the Mrs around town in the convertible . He just enjoyed the scenery and the beverages.
They were headed to the coast of Oregon for a vacation. So he does not make it back, or we dont hear from him soon ,I am taking the 52, as I am headed for his side of the state in September.
I already have my car hauler, and several hand winches, Just wish I had a power winch like you guys!!

[daverod]

Originally Posted by padresag

hey just checking to see if you were still breathing?
ron

Still kickin it. Haven't done anything to the 52. Just take it for drive couple times a week. Been scouting for hunting season just open this week, Going to put wipers and ac in the 52 this winter. Still looking for a new project.

[99 to Life]

x2, where you been dave. I always loved opening up and reading a new post on your thread. So whats up with your 52'? whats up with your other projects?

[daverod]

Originally Posted by 99 to Life

x2, where you been dave. I always loved opening up and reading a new post on your thread. So whats up with your 52'? whats up with your other projects?

The 52's sitting in the garage right next to the 66 and the 64 is sitting in the driveway getting some rust on. When the snow flies I'll get back on it. First I need to kill and go for a big bike ride, oh ya I still need to buy a bike.

[Strodder]

What kind of bike you lookin for? A Schwinn?

[daverod]

funny man... HD street glide in the whiskey color.

[Strodder]

Originally Posted by daverod

funny man... HD street glide in the whiskey color.

KEWL!!

[daverod]

Originally Posted by Strodder

KEWL!!

It is way kwel and I'm not spending the winter in Idaho.

[daverod]

Goals for the winter. Wipers for the 52 and heat/AC.!!!

[99 to Life]

dave, your alive. If you got time there are plenty of thrifty wiper conversions. Since I'm always pressed for time I coughed up 200 bucks for the usa made newport wiper. Its ok to say the least. Heat, since my heater core and ranco valve both leaked, I took the other easy route out and dropped another 200 or so on an aftermarket kit, its not too bad either, came with everything you need. But you could prolly find a whole complete AC/Heat unit for 700 or so.

[daverod]

Originally Posted by 99 to Life

dave, your alive. If you got time there are plenty of thrifty wiper conversions. Since I'm always pressed for time I coughed up 200 bucks for the usa made newport wiper. Its ok to say the least. Heat, since my heater core and ranco valve both leaked, I took the other easy route out and dropped another 200 or so on an aftermarket kit, its not too bad either, came with everything you need. But you could prolly find a whole complete AC/Heat unit for 700 or so.

Tell me again why I put my brake booster under the dash.

[99 to Life]

LOL, yeah to be honest, under the dash is sooo cluttered as it is especially if you run the stock vent which is cool. I couldn't imagine a booster under there.

[daverod]

Brown truck dropped this off today. Just in time for the snow. Get the tourpac and seat/speakers on Tuesday. Meanwhile the 52 sits.I see a lot of cars shows and stuff and stuff in the future.

[Strodder]

Nice bike Dave. Any plans for it?

[daverod]

Just ride the hell out of it . Then black out and stage 4.

[99 to Life]

hey dave, curious as to how high your frame is off ground laid out? Then how far off frame did you cab end up being? I'm pretty close to having mine done, prolly have to notch my rear a little bit. I'm running 26" tall tire with drop spindles

[daverod]

Originally Posted by 99 to Life

hey dave, curious as to how high your frame is off ground laid out? Then how far off frame did you cab end up being? I'm pretty close to having mine done, prolly have to notch my rear a little bit. I'm running 26" tall tire with drop spindles

The frame is on the ground or below. The cab is about 3 to 4 off the frame.