![]() |
![]() |
#76 |
Registered User
Join Date: Nov 2010
Location: calgary alberta
Posts: 8,030
|
Re: My 56 build
if you want to use cleco's for a butt joint instead of lapping the parts you can file a 1/2 hole on each side of the joint where the cleco will go and then use a washer on the back side for the cleco to grab and squeeze the parts together. use magnets to hold it together until the cleco's are in and then the magnet can also help hold parts together while you tack weld it. move the magnet away from the mig weld spot before you tack that spot so the weld doesn't distort. of course you need access to the back side of the panel to get the washer in there.
|
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#77 |
Registered User
Join Date: Nov 2018
Location: Ishpeming, mi
Posts: 621
|
Re: My 56 build
Finished the drivers door this weekend. This one also turned out nice! Now to fit them and set door gaps. Going to install the door seals before I install the latches and strikers. Lots of small figment issues I have to address.
__________________
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=780018 Jason’s 56 build |
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#78 |
Registered User
Join Date: Nov 2018
Location: Ishpeming, mi
Posts: 621
|
Re: My 56 build
Worked on the the door latch area where the seal will be. I had to build a step that the seal mounts to so it mates with the cab properly. So far so good. Now to finish the other side and install the seals. Build a channel that the striker will travel through. Then I can install the latches and strikers. Then work on final fitting of the doors.
__________________
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=780018 Jason’s 56 build |
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#79 |
Registered User
Join Date: Nov 2018
Location: Ishpeming, mi
Posts: 621
|
Re: My 56 build
Finished up the door seal lips. Also filled in the striker channel in each door. Next I’m going to install the door seals and set the strikers.
__________________
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=780018 Jason’s 56 build |
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#80 |
Registered User
Join Date: Nov 2018
Location: Ishpeming, mi
Posts: 621
|
Re: My 56 build
I’ve burned out on the doors so onto something different. I replaced the step surface to smooth them out. I also received a new front panel, tailgate and bed sills. I’m making my own box sides. There’s really not much to them. I’ll post pictures of the progress
__________________
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=780018 Jason’s 56 build |
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#81 |
Registered User
Join Date: Nov 2018
Location: Ishpeming, mi
Posts: 621
|
Re: My 56 build
Box is coming along. I rounded the bottom of the stake boxes and the bed rail. Tedious work, but is looking good. I managed to get the box mocked up on the garage floor today. Just have to finish welding everything up. Slowly making progress!
![]()
__________________
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=780018 Jason’s 56 build |
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#82 |
Registered User
Join Date: Feb 2016
Location: Hebron
Posts: 1,140
|
Re: My 56 build
you're doing very nice work. Looking good
__________________
![]() 1940 Ford Dlx Coupe 1969 Mach1 |
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#83 |
Registered User
Join Date: Sep 2018
Location: Ontario
Posts: 821
|
Re: My 56 build
another great metal fabricator..........you guys amaze me.
Thanks for the pics, I find your work so impressive. |
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#84 |
Senior Member
![]() Join Date: Jan 2015
Location: pembroke pines, fl
Posts: 699
|
Re: My 56 build
one heck of a job you're doin bud. very very nice! love it!
|
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#85 |
Registered User
Join Date: Nov 2018
Location: Ishpeming, mi
Posts: 621
|
Re: My 56 build
Thanks everyone for the compliments. The inspiration for the modifications come from the other builds I see on this site. Bam slammed57 and Kim in particular. It’s definitely a labor of love! I’m going to keep cutting til I like it
__________________
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=780018 Jason’s 56 build |
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#86 |
Registered User
Join Date: Nov 2018
Location: Ishpeming, mi
Posts: 621
|
Re: My 56 build
Spent some more time on the box sides today. I’m going for a clean look with no seams or bolts. I decided to weld studs in for the gate hinges. Then cut a plate to cover everything on the exterior side. Then welders the plates together on the end. That made the termination of the box side that’s next to the tailgate about 1/4” thick. It looks good
__________________
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=780018 Jason’s 56 build |
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#87 |
Registered User
Join Date: Nov 2018
Location: Ishpeming, mi
Posts: 621
|
Re: My 56 build
Few more pictures. Just some more welding to finish them up. You can see in the 3rd picture where I welded in that plate. Turned out really clean! Now I have to back track some and straighten out one of the curved ends. I didn’t have it lined up very well. One of these days I will learn not weld everything solid UNTIL I step back and double check. Oh well, live n learn!
__________________
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=780018 Jason’s 56 build |
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#88 |
Registered User
Join Date: Nov 2010
Location: calgary alberta
Posts: 8,030
|
Re: My 56 build
Nice work.
Sometimes I find taking a few pics, pouring a coffee and then checking the pics with zoom etc, I find small things I didn't notice when working in the heat of the moment. |
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#89 |
Registered User
Join Date: Jun 2017
Location: upper midwest
Posts: 1,129
|
Re: My 56 build
Really nice workmanship!
|
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#90 |
Registered User
Join Date: Nov 2018
Location: Ishpeming, mi
Posts: 621
|
Re: My 56 build
Good call. Sometimes I just need to take a step back
__________________
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=780018 Jason’s 56 build |
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#91 |
Registered User
Join Date: Nov 2018
Location: Ishpeming, mi
Posts: 621
|
Re: My 56 build
Thanks! I’m planning on using the same rear logo you have on your tailgate. I think it looks great on your truck.
__________________
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=780018 Jason’s 56 build |
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#92 |
Registered User
Join Date: Nov 2018
Location: Ishpeming, mi
Posts: 621
|
Re: My 56 build
Spent some more time on the box today. Finished welding and grinding the box sides, then mocked it up to lay out the mini tubs. Only fender I was happy with is galvanized. I’ve had zinc poisoning in the past welding galvanized metal. I’m going to grind off the coating near the areas to be welded. Well see
![]()
__________________
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=780018 Jason’s 56 build |
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#93 |
Registered User
Join Date: Aug 2017
Location: Danville Nh
Posts: 225
|
Re: My 56 build
The bed looks great
__________________
1955 chevy longbed shortened, C4 vette suspension front and rear with flatout kit. Gen V LT1/8L90 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=746958 |
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#94 |
Senior Member
![]() Join Date: Mar 2011
Location: West Plains, Missouri
Posts: 7,557
|
Re: My 56 build
Looks good...Jim
__________________
my build thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=459839 Jimbo's long bed step build:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...t=464626<br /> |
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#95 |
Registered User
Join Date: Jan 2012
Location: Killeen, Tx
Posts: 1,359
|
Re: My 56 build
Nice job! You bed is going to look killer! I’m doing all similar mods to my bed also right now.
__________________
John Z 1962 Chevy C10 Stepside 62 Barnfind My build tread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=507513 |
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#96 |
Registered User
Join Date: Jul 2012
Location: Rosenberg, Texas
Posts: 3,506
|
Re: My 56 build
That bed looks awesome! Nice work!
__________________
-Duane C/10 Club Texas member 1971 Chevy C10 "Brutus" SWB Fleetside 2016 6.0L (L96) 6L90E (driver/project) 1965 Pontiac GTO "Royal Goat" 400/TH400 w/AC (my baby) |
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#97 | |
Registered User
Join Date: Nov 2018
Location: Ishpeming, mi
Posts: 621
|
Re: My 56 build
Quote:
![]()
__________________
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=780018 Jason’s 56 build |
|
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#98 |
Registered User
Join Date: Nov 2018
Location: Ishpeming, mi
Posts: 621
|
Re: My 56 build
Thanks for the compliments everyone!
__________________
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=780018 Jason’s 56 build |
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#99 | |
Registered User
Join Date: Jan 2012
Location: Killeen, Tx
Posts: 1,359
|
Re: My 56 build
Quote:
__________________
John Z 1962 Chevy C10 Stepside 62 Barnfind My build tread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=507513 |
|
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#100 |
Registered User
Join Date: Nov 2018
Location: Ishpeming, mi
Posts: 621
|
Re: My 56 build
Managed to get my mini tubs and hidden latches done today. Just have some rust repair to do on the front part of the fenders. Then the box should only need minor things addressed!
__________________
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=780018 Jason’s 56 build |
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
Bookmarks |
|
|