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Old 10-28-2020, 04:48 PM   #1
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Re: Kabwe's aka Bam's build

I had to move the truck the garage to start work on the bed so I drove it around the block first and took some more pics.




Here are some pics of the work I've done to the bed. I completely welded the bed and added a inner panel to smooth everything out.
I installed tubs and did a little metal fab to make a smooth transition to the angle strips.






I also smooth the tailgate and installed a 57 Chevy third brake light.



Now to grind more welds and start block sanding.
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Old 10-28-2020, 04:53 PM   #2
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Bam...your work is always spot on! It is going to look amazing and congrats on getting to drive it! Just did the same with mine and it's a great feeling
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Old 10-28-2020, 05:06 PM   #3
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Bam...your work is always spot on! It is going to look amazing and congrats on getting to drive it! Just did the same with mine and it's a great feeling
Thanks man, yeah its a great feeling having it move on its own power. Now to finish this bed so that I can really drive this thing.lol
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Old 12-01-2020, 01:47 PM   #4
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seat looks great! but that hood looks down right sexy


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Old 12-02-2020, 03:07 PM   #5
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Thank you for the tips for sure.
Back to lowes for more pine. Lol
Also like the hidden fastener strips that you are using. I'm planning on using them also, still need to plug weld some (thinking ) 3/8 x 3 bolts in the cross members to eliminate the bed through frame washer bolts.
Bam thanks for documenting your outstanding truck build. Your craftsmanship is top notch !!!
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No problem man thats why we are here to share. Thanks for the compliments I really appreciate it.

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Bed wood looks great Bam.
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Thanks Kim, I hope you are still working on the truck but I know how life can get in the way.

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Looks good.....I also used an automotive clear to seal the stained bed wood on my old 48 truck. It held up great for years.

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Yeah I'm Leaning towards it, I doing my research it looks like automotive clear or Marine Varnish.

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Thanks man, but its not like you are bias or anything.lol

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Old 10-29-2020, 12:04 AM   #6
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Re: Kabwe's aka Bam's build

Bam, truck looks great, lots of detail on the bed with the inner panel, nice work...Jim
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Old 10-29-2020, 01:07 AM   #7
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Very nice work as usual. Just curious how many bugs you got in your teeth driving around the block with no windshield and a big smile. Haha. Been there.
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Old 10-29-2020, 08:17 AM   #8
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Congrats on the short joy ride.....I dig the direction of the bed.

Keep at it..looking great

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Old 10-29-2020, 12:57 PM   #9
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Looks Great! Bam, To see it all coming together, its been a long journey and
all the attention to detail and your Hard work are looking really "AWESOME"!
Congrats Buddy!

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Old 10-29-2020, 02:02 PM   #10
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Looking good. Man, you got SKILLS.
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Old 11-01-2020, 01:31 PM   #11
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Truck is looking fantastic, amazing workmanship!!! Are those Eddies Motorsports hood hinges?
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Re: Kabwe's aka Bam's build

Right on, seeing your truck without windows and you saying you drove it brought back some memories for me doing that back in the seventies with my truck wearing googles. LOL

Your truck looks super awesome for sure!

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Old 11-02-2020, 01:25 PM   #13
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Bam, truck looks great, lots of detail on the bed with the inner panel, nice work...Jim
Thanks man, it was a lot of work but I think it will be worth it in the in.

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Very nice work as usual. Just curious how many bugs you got in your teeth driving around the block with no windshield and a big smile. Haha. Been there.
LOL. No bugs man but it was fun.

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Congrats on the short joy ride.....I dig the direction of the bed.

Keep at it..looking great

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Looks Great! Bam, To see it all coming together, its been a long journey and
all the attention to detail and your Hard work are looking really "AWESOME"!
Congrats Buddy!

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Lots of work man, now its your turn to get a little done.

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Looking good. Man, you got SKILLS.
Thanks man but like I said being broke helps develop skills.lol

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Truck is looking fantastic, amazing workmanship!!! Are those Eddies Motorsports hood hinges?
Thanks man and yes they are Eddie MotorSport hood hinges.

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Right on, seeing your truck without windows and you saying you drove it brought back some memories for me doing that back in the seventies with my truck wearing googles. LOL

Your truck looks super awesome for sure!

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Thanks, you must have looked like the Peanuts Snoopy Red Barron.

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The truck is looking great Bam!
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Old 11-09-2020, 01:28 PM   #15
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The truck is looking great Bam!
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Old 11-23-2020, 01:27 PM   #16
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Well I been covered in dust lately but the blocking sessions is going great. This is what it looks like after the first blocking session and second coat of primer. I think I only have one more blocking of the complete bed in and out if I use a sealer, the panels will dictate that.




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oh, is that a little divet I see there? haha, kidding.
looks great. hope only a single blocking left before paint ready.
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Slick!
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Damn! Now I feel like I need to up my game.
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Looking great Bam.
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That is slick.
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Bam, bed looks super, nice work...Jim
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Looks great from here....

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Old 11-25-2020, 01:28 PM   #24
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Thanks guys.
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Old 11-26-2020, 03:55 PM   #25
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check your messages when you can, I sent you a message... Happy Thanksgiving bud
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