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Old 05-03-2015, 05:11 PM   #151
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Re: A different approach to a LWB to SWB conversion

This is like watching a master at work- hell, it IS watching a master at work. I'm doing a '69 GMC C2500 right now, it'll stay a long bed, but there's some dings and scuffs that need mended. If I ever get the urge to 'make' a short bed, I think I'll give this method a try- I tend to be patient and detail-oriented, and challenges don't scare me off. The frame weld, though, I think I'll just use the 'usual manner' to accomplish that. I know my limits, that's probably kept me alive this long. Not really, just lucky in quite a few cases.

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Old 05-03-2015, 06:21 PM   #152
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A few more pictures as I start to assemble the bed.
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Old 05-03-2015, 06:22 PM   #153
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Other side.
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Old 05-03-2015, 06:25 PM   #154
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Re: A different approach to a LWB to SWB conversion

I'm not happy with the bumper, seems to be off a little. I will tilt the bumper a few degrees and tuck it in an inch. Hopefully that will be what I'm looking for.
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Old 05-03-2015, 06:27 PM   #155
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Re: A different approach to a LWB to SWB conversion

The folded over front edge looks untouch original to me. I still need to do the left cab corner and finish up the back of the bed seams to complete the body transformation.
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Old 05-03-2015, 06:35 PM   #156
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Re: A different approach to a LWB to SWB conversion

Inside of the bed looks pretty much like a factory shortbed.

Just for the record, I'm not trying to fake anything here. I just like the look of the short bed better. Heck, everyone knows they never made a C20 shortbed. The serial number and the SPID sheet tell the real story.
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Old 05-03-2015, 07:23 PM   #157
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Looks awesome man. Great work!
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Old 05-03-2015, 07:46 PM   #158
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Just amazing work!
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Old 05-03-2015, 07:56 PM   #159
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Don't work about the naysayers! You sir are a very talented individual! Awesome truck btw!
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Old 05-03-2015, 08:19 PM   #160
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65standard- Will you be continuing your thread when you form the opening for the rear side marker lights? Like most others here all I can say is WOW!
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Old 05-03-2015, 08:20 PM   #161
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Well done!!
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Old 05-03-2015, 08:25 PM   #162
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65standard- will you be continuing your thread when you form the opening for the rear side marker lights? Like most others here all i can say is wow!

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Old 05-03-2015, 09:13 PM   #163
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Thats incredible
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Old 05-03-2015, 09:20 PM   #164
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Don't worry is what I meant to say, lol
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Old 05-03-2015, 09:23 PM   #165
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Yes, I will show when I form the recess for the side marker light. I will also show the completed truck when it's totally finished.
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Old 05-03-2015, 11:52 PM   #166
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Re: A different approach to a LWB to SWB conversion

That front edge does looked untouched...nice work!
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Old 05-04-2015, 12:47 AM   #167
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Re: A different approach to a LWB to SWB conversion

The work you are doing, the manner in which you are doing it, the timeframe, your skills, and the fact that you are doing it by YOURSELF in your GARAGE puts every body shop and so-called "reality show" to absolute shame.

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Old 05-04-2015, 06:01 AM   #168
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the work you are doing, the manner in which you are doing it, the timeframe, your skills, and the fact that you are doing it by yourself in your garage puts every body shop and so-called "reality show" To absolute shame.

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Old 05-04-2015, 02:29 PM   #169
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Old 05-04-2015, 02:53 PM   #170
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Just for the record, I'm not trying to fake anything here. I just like the look of the short bed better.
We know you're not, but there is one glaring detail you might not even be aware of...

The front edge of all 1967-72 shortbeds is "square." All 1968-72 longbeds have a radiused curve (1967 longbeds are square like the shortbeds).

Just thought I'd point that out, a lot of people don't know about that detail.

Amazing work. Great job!
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We know you're not, but there is one glaring detail you might not even be aware of...

The front edge of all 1967-72 shortbeds is "square." All 1968-72 longbeds have a radiused curve (1967 longbeds are square like the shortbeds).

Just thought I'd point that out, a lot of people don't know about that detail.

Amazing work. Great job!
Have you seen the work he's done on the COE ? scrool this thread.

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Fantastic work!!!! Can my truck be next????
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Have you seen the work he's done on the COE ? scrool this thread.

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Woah...
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65standard - Great work man. How did you line up the falling body lines at the back of the bed? Did I miss something?
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Fantastic work!!!! Can my truck be next????
Yes!! Then mine please
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