My 63 farm truck build thread - Page 8 - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

Bazooka · 03-22-2010, 06:48 PM

I love this truck.. I couldnt resist myself

Tx Firefighter · 03-22-2010, 06:59 PM

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Originally Posted by Bazooka

I love this truck.. I couldnt resist myself

I'm thinking about it. Seriously. I've been doing the research on drop members and all of that. Only thing is I refuse to cut my bed floor. I might raise it some, but no monster bridges or any of that. This is a truck to me. I hauled 500 pounds of material from the steel yard to the shop today. I couldn't do that if I cut the bed.

ERASER5 · 03-22-2010, 08:09 PM

To me, the spare tire in the bed just adds to the shop truck effect. I also like CWT's idea of a gas can. Gives the impression that this is the truck that comes to the rescue.

Diggin' it.

JohnC · 03-23-2010, 09:28 AM

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Originally Posted by Tx Firefighter

I'm thinking about it. Seriously. I've been doing the research on drop members and all of that. Only thing is I refuse to cut my bed floor. I might raise it some, but no monster bridges or any of that. This is a truck to me. I hauled 500 pounds of material from the steel yard to the shop today. I couldn't do that if I cut the bed.

I agree 100%. I like the look of the slammed trucks, but hate the look of the cut up bed with either the bridge, or just open. I like your truck where it sits. A little low, but still 100% functional. Keep up the great work. The truck is becoming very photogenic.

Tx Firefighter · 03-22-2010, 08:14 PM

Wait till I build the overhead bed rack. I need to carry long lengths of steel without having to drag my trailer to the steel yard.

protrash64 · 03-22-2010, 09:15 PM

If you're gonna do it low, I'd love to see you do it ol' school and section a X-member. Always cool stuff and excellent work you do on this truck, either way.

**N2TRUX** · 03-25-2010, 07:57 AM

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Originally Posted by Tx Firefighter

Wait till I build the overhead bed rack. I need to carry long lengths of steel without having to drag my trailer to the steel yard.

If you build it with the same look as the rest of the project it should look killer.

VA72C10 · 03-25-2010, 08:18 AM

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Originally Posted by N2TRUX

If you build it with the same look as the rest of the project it should look killer.

and I know you'll be able to pull it off!

**aerotruk63** · 03-23-2010, 07:02 PM

Subscribed!

LOW DOUGH · 03-24-2010, 12:19 PM

That spare looks right at home in there. LOVE IT!

70k52wd · 03-24-2010, 01:06 PM

Photo chop looks good. I like the idea of your rack also.
I really really want one of these trucks one day, they're so cool looking.

**N2TRUX** · 03-25-2010, 09:07 AM

BTW- If y'all haven't seen it yet, Kevin's truck is in competition for Truck of the Month- LINK

tasian · 03-25-2010, 10:09 AM

i just read through your thread gotta say perfect office space video and your truck has awesome style some Real class

aggie91 · 03-25-2010, 02:06 PM

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Originally Posted by N2TRUX

BTW- If y'all haven't seen it yet, Kevin's truck is in competition for Truck of the Month- LINK

And he is currently leading...

*highperf4x4* · 03-26-2010, 10:25 PM

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Tx Firefighter · 03-25-2010, 10:39 AM

I'm trying to figure out Google Sketchup right now to start designing the overhead rack. I know racks aren't cool, but this truck is what I use to haul my steel home from the steel yard. I'm trying to make it look vintage though.

SCOTI · 03-25-2010, 10:53 AM

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Originally Posted by Tx Firefighter

I'm trying to figure out Google Sketchup right now to start designing the overhead rack. I know racks aren't cool, but this truck is what I use to haul my steel home from the steel yard. I'm trying to make it look vintage though.

Fabricate it w/removal in mind? That way, if desired the rack can be removed. Just a thought....

protrash64 · 03-25-2010, 11:08 AM

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Originally Posted by SCOTI

Fabricate it w/removal in mind? That way, if desired the rack can be removed. Just a thought....

Maybe similar to the stake pocket ladder racks that can be removed??

Tx Firefighter · 03-25-2010, 12:53 PM

It will be fairly substantial. I'm taking blacksmith classes so I find myself buying and moving a lot more long lengths of steel. I will do something vintage though,no worry about that.

Google sketchup is hard to figure out though. I'm working on it.

63sbssbbw · 03-27-2010, 06:25 AM

Yes,very cool truck,Got my vote in for it
You never know Kevin,make that rack cool enough and it might become the next "have to have" item in the shop truck craze that we seemed to be blessed with lately.
Love it!
T

**aerotruk63** · 03-27-2010, 07:40 AM

Reference 1963 Silver Book. The step on the tailgate is handy. I like how the fiberglass top went up square.

markeb01 · 03-27-2010, 05:47 PM

[QUOTE=aerotruk63;3884723]Reference 1963 Silver Book. The step on the tailgate is handy. I like how the fiberglass top went up square.

Thanks for sharing. Most of us will never see the inside of a Silver Book. I imagine it's full of equally interesting options.

*highperf4x4* · 03-28-2010, 01:39 AM

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**aerotruk63** · 03-28-2010, 08:12 AM

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What is a Silver Book?

The Silver book is for commercial truck attachments. Dump Bodies/ Refuse Haulers/ Ambulance Bodies/ Cranes/ PTO's etc......I'm in the process of scanning the book to show you guys. 150+ pages.

**clay68c10** · 03-28-2010, 02:14 AM

Kevin man, I'm diggin' it!
A solid driver that just looks right. No extra stuff and no trendy flash crap. I bet it drives like a champ.

Did any of my old parts come in handy and end up on it?

03-22-2010, 06:48 PM	#1
Bazooka Keepin it old school Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Ca Posts: 672	Re: My 63 farm truck build thread I love this truck.. I couldnt resist myself

03-22-2010, 08:09 PM	#3
ERASER5 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Indiana Posts: 4,859	Re: My 63 farm truck build thread To me, the spare tire in the bed just adds to the shop truck effect. I also like CWT's idea of a gas can. Gives the impression that this is the truck that comes to the rescue. Diggin' it. __________________ '70 GMC C1500 LWB Power disc brakes. WooHoo! Posi 6 Lug Dana 60

03-22-2010, 08:14 PM	#5
Tx Firefighter Watch out for your cornhole ! Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Azle, Texas Posts: 14,162	Re: My 63 farm truck build thread Wait till I build the overhead bed rack. I need to carry long lengths of steel without having to drag my trailer to the steel yard. __________________ I'm on the Instagram- @Gearhead_Kevin

03-22-2010, 09:15 PM	#6
protrash64 Resistance is Futile Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Mesa,Arizona Posts: 3,520	Re: My 63 farm truck build thread If you're gonna do it low, I'd love to see you do it ol' school and section a X-member. Always cool stuff and excellent work you do on this truck, either way. __________________ 64 CHEVY PICK-UP > http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...otrash+re-hash 64 CARRYALL >http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1964+suburban 66 LB >http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=427852 STRENGTH/DETERMINATION/MERCILESS/FOREVER .......posted via stationary device

03-23-2010, 07:02 PM	#9
aerotruk63 Check The Champ, Demonstrator Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Montreal,Quebec Posts: 6,627	Re: My 63 farm truck build thread Subscribed! __________________ 1963 *Chevrolet Truck* Literature LINK: https://picasaweb.google.com/113840717762774560215 YouTube Channel with 20+ Original *Chevrolet Truck* Salesmen, Mechanics & Service Department Training Slideshows. https://www.youtube.com/results?sear...otruk63&page=1

03-24-2010, 12:19 PM	#10
LOW DOUGH I'M TRUCK CRAZY! Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Sachse, TEXAS Posts: 1,737	Re: My 63 farm truck build thread That spare looks right at home in there. LOVE IT!

03-24-2010, 01:06 PM	#11
70k52wd Blaze-Air Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Virginia Posts: 1,117	Re: My 63 farm truck build thread Photo chop looks good. I like the idea of your rack also. I really really want one of these trucks one day, they're so cool looking.

03-25-2010, 09:07 AM	#12
N2TRUX Happy to be here Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Cypress, TX Posts: 39,023	Re: My 63 farm truck build thread BTW- If y'all haven't seen it yet, Kevin's truck is in competition for Truck of the Month- LINK __________________ Follow me on Facebook and Instagram @N2trux.com Articles- "Jake" the 84 to 74 crewcab "Elwood" the77_Remix 85 GMC Sierra "Scarlett" "Refining Sierra"

03-25-2010, 10:09 AM	#13
tasian Registered User Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: hangtown, ca Posts: 244	Re: My 63 farm truck build thread i just read through your thread gotta say perfect office space video and your truck has awesome style some Real class __________________ Betsy's build 70 c20 4 speed 406sb

03-26-2010, 10:25 PM	#15
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03-25-2010, 10:39 AM	#16
Tx Firefighter Watch out for your cornhole ! Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Azle, Texas Posts: 14,162	Re: My 63 farm truck build thread I'm trying to figure out Google Sketchup right now to start designing the overhead rack. I know racks aren't cool, but this truck is what I use to haul my steel home from the steel yard. I'm trying to make it look vintage though. __________________ I'm on the Instagram- @Gearhead_Kevin

03-25-2010, 12:53 PM	#19
Tx Firefighter Watch out for your cornhole ! Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Azle, Texas Posts: 14,162	Re: My 63 farm truck build thread It will be fairly substantial. I'm taking blacksmith classes so I find myself buying and moving a lot more long lengths of steel. I will do something vintage though,no worry about that. Google sketchup is hard to figure out though. I'm working on it. __________________ I'm on the Instagram- @Gearhead_Kevin

03-27-2010, 06:25 AM	#20
63sbssbbw UCA63 Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Lloydminster AB Can. Posts: 1,637	Re: My 63 farm truck build thread Yes,very cool truck,Got my vote in for it You never know Kevin,make that rack cool enough and it might become the next "have to have" item in the shop truck craze that we seemed to be blessed with lately. Love it! T __________________ member#7816 "63 sb ss bbw 350\350 12 bolt rear Pwr Fr Disc PS tilt '61 GMC in progress '63 GMC to use for parts '90 Chevy Ext cab sbfs 5.7l (current d d)

03-27-2010, 07:40 AM	#21
aerotruk63 Check The Champ, Demonstrator Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Montreal,Quebec Posts: 6,627	Re: My 63 farm truck build thread Reference 1963 Silver Book. The step on the tailgate is handy. I like how the fiberglass top went up square. __________________ 1963 *Chevrolet Truck* Literature LINK: https://picasaweb.google.com/113840717762774560215 YouTube Channel with 20+ Original *Chevrolet Truck* Salesmen, Mechanics & Service Department Training Slideshows. https://www.youtube.com/results?sear...otruk63&page=1

03-27-2010, 05:47 PM	#22
markeb01 Senior Enthusiast Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Spokane Valley, WA Posts: 8,356	Re: My 63 farm truck build thread [QUOTE=aerotruk63;3884723]Reference 1963 Silver Book. The step on the tailgate is handy. I like how the fiberglass top went up square. Thanks for sharing. Most of us will never see the inside of a Silver Book. I imagine it's full of equally interesting options.



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03-28-2010, 02:14 AM	#25
clay68c10 Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Centennial, CO Posts: 2,979	Re: My 63 farm truck build thread Kevin man, I'm diggin' it! A solid driver that just looks right. No extra stuff and no trendy flash crap. I bet it drives like a champ. Did any of my old parts come in handy and end up on it? __________________ ClusterTruck: 68 C10 Bought in 89, wrecked in 03. Slow low $ rebuild started '17. 6.0 & TKO http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=788602 93 K1500 Short Step, 350, NV4500, EBL flash ECU. Vortec heads & roller cam someday... 05 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited. 3” lift & 6-speed 02 E320 the insurance total “free car” 13 Tahoe LTZ

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