T-Man's 58 Apache project

[Tyler58]

I have been busy working on my motor. Here is a few pictures. Dad started to sandblast the Frame so we can get it painted and put together. Finally starting to look like something.

[FRENCHBLUE72]

Shes looking damn good

[Geezer2]

I for one really appreciate the pics on the front windshield metal work. I believe I posted before, we have a 59 Apache and she is rotted out all around the top of the windshield. I assume you fab all the pieces yourself. Correct? I suppose these cannot be bought. Everything looking great

[nuke1]

You are correct, it will take me roughtly 30 hrs to do the entire windsheild frame start to finish. I wish that you could buy it, but i believe that you can not. i am using a shrinker / stretcher to bend the metal to how i want. each section i am doing has three pieces. when i have fully completed the windshied frame i will do a write up on it for he FAQ for anyone that is interested, it will give everyone a better idea on how to do it themselves. Later guys.
James

[Geezer2]

Originally Posted by nuke1

You are correct, it will take me roughtly 30 hrs to do the entire windsheild frame start to finish. I wish that you could buy it, but i believe that you can not. i am using a shrinker / stretcher to bend the metal to how i want. each section i am doing has three pieces. when i have fully completed the windshied frame i will do a write up on it for he FAQ for anyone that is interested, it will give everyone a better idea on how to do it themselves. Later guys.
James

WONDERFUL! I for one will be very much appreciative. The FAQ and PICs are a big help.

SHrinker/strecher, I heard about them but never used one. I'll run a search on Enco or the www to get some prices. Any particular brnad I should lean to? Thanks a ton. I am already feeling better about this, but I know it is not no easy pop fly.

[OrrieG]

Originally Posted by Geezer2

I for one really appreciate the pics on the front windshield metal work. I believe I posted before, we have a 59 Apache and she is rotted out all around the top of the windshield. I assume you fab all the pieces yourself. Correct? I suppose these cannot be bought. Everything looking great

You can buy the complete cab roof that has the front and rear window pieces and top of the door opening. Might be easier to work with a complete piece if you rust is real bad in all four areas.

Later: here is a link to what I saw, this is the inner panel, they also have the outer panel, I don't know if they include the window channels. the inner looks like it might. http://www.ecklerstrucks.com/product...dept%5Fid=1398

[Geezer2]

Originally Posted by OrrieG

You can buy the complete cab roof that has the front and rear window pieces and top of the door opening. Might be easier to work with a complete piece if you rust is real bad in all four areas.

Later: here is a link to what I saw, this is the inner panel, they also have the outer panel, I don't know if they include the window channels. the inner looks like it might. http://www.ecklerstrucks.com/product...dept%5Fid=1398

Thanks, thats for sure an option, but then we would not get a chance to buy some fancy tools.

I will try and post a pic of the 59 to get you guys opinion. That is if its alright. We are eager to start, but are a far cry from the pro's running this thread.

[nuke1]

Thanks OrrieG, i did not realize that we could get those, my suppliers up here were not able to, so that was not an option, oh well. its just FREE Labour. Hey Tyler and Don, right, Free labour. LOL. That is what Family is for. Later

[Tyler58]

Dad has been busy working on my frame. Dad did some welding and I did more grinding Dad then primed and painted it. I think it looks goooood. Here are some pictures.

[Geezer2]

this is really looking good, we'll never make the fast progress you guys are.

engine looked sharp as well

[nuke1]

Melissa is jealous that yours might run before ours tyler, but she sure is looking good, gotta love that shiny black, now it sure feels like progress.

[tiggerstoy]

looking good

[CAL 58 GMC]

It's all looking really good!! Great job!!

[OrrieG]

Originally Posted by nuke1

gotta love that shiny black, now it sure feels like progress.

I agree, my frame was bare metal for three years because I could not get to it and in the two days it went from metal to primer to black was a BIG mental boost. Shiny is good! Nice shop to work in to, I sometimes think I spend more time moving stuff around to get room to work than actual progress.

[Tyler58]

hi tyler I know you are in Saskatoon working , but here are a few pictures for you. Hope you like the new parking spot. thanks for all the comments..

[nuke1]

Don that looks really good, i guess it is near time to get ready for seeding so the project will be on standby soon. Did everything go together good? Anyways talk to you later.

[flatbedchev]

Great build pics!!! Thanks for sharing

[nuke1]

Well it has been on a standstill for awhile now, darn farmin always seems to get in the way. Tyler is graduating in two weeks from high school, so he has one last summer off, then to the city. I think this summer he will work on the truck some more. i know once he is here in the city, he will be trying to get his truck into my garage to finish it, hmmmmm. if only......... Anyways i thought i would give you guys an update, it is almost like we fell off the end of the world or something. soon, ]do not worry, soon therer will be pics.

Later James

[Bigblue29]

This project is turning out very nicely. Cant wait to see more pics!

[72chevyfleet]

lucky kid my project hasnt been worked on for 3-4 months now

[nuke1]

Tyler, you should tell you dad to bring in a door or fender for you to work on at my house during the nights, we will slowly get your truck done now that you are in the city, and Don, do not worry, i have a project for you too.

[flatbedchev]

I am wondering what the chances are of getting a couple measurements off the front clip. The distance from the front cab mount to the Camaro clip is basically what I am after. I have a 73 Nova clip welded into our 58 GMC but it's fish plated to the frame 5" below

[nuke1]

It is that time of year where I can do things other than farm. I am hoping to find time to work on Tyler's truck. started by cleaning shop took longer than I liked but got done. Then filled in gas tank hole in cab,then started on dash by getting rid of unwanted holes. here are afew pictures

[hotrodsbyray]

Sent you a PM

[Tyler58]

Originally Posted by hotrodsbyray

Sent you a PM

Ray, we got the piece here for you, we will talk next week when james gets back to the city, sounds good.