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Solver · 02-15-2006, 01:00 AM

Getting ready to start on another truck and was wondering if anyone had come up with a decent rotissere type setup for working on the cab bottoms. need something that will roll cab over 90 degrees but not bolt to the floor cause it will be cut out for replacement panels. just kind of looking for ideas. last truck I did on my back and I hate welding --up!

72armyswbtruck · 02-15-2006, 01:13 AM

check out the frequently asked questions, there is a fellow there who made a cab roller out of bent exhaust tubing. I will search for the link and post if you don't have any luck. Michael

northcountry67 · 02-15-2006, 01:51 AM

I just laid down cardboard and rolled the cab on it's back. I also rolled it up on the firewall and used a jack stand against the rain rail. Of course mine was completely gutted.

Luvlegs · 02-15-2006, 08:49 AM

Solver, hope you don't mind me jumping on here but wanted to add:
Has anyone "rolled" one without gutting it? I really don't need to pull windows, dash or floor, etc. Do need to do cab mounts though.... I'd pull all the easy stuff and doors, just don't want to mess with windows and such. The one in the FAQ was using the cab mounts to bolt to if I'm not mistaken....

Solver · 02-15-2006, 08:57 AM

No problem Luvlegs . I saw the one they were talking about and think it does attach to cab mounts. This won't work if I have to cut out for floor patch panels
just not sure where I can attach to the cab and roll without flexing the cab

thejoker · 02-15-2006, 09:02 AM

Here ya go. This is definitely one of my favorites.

http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=180110

*rage'nrat638* · 02-15-2006, 09:09 AM

http://www.eastwoodco.com/jump.jsp?i...emType=PRODUCT

*rage'nrat638* · 02-15-2006, 09:17 AM

http://www.eastwoodco.com/jump.jsp?i...emType=PRODUCT

**special-K** · 02-15-2006, 09:28 AM

Talw to VTblazer,he had a cool rig made from exhaust tubing.

thejoker · 02-15-2006, 11:39 AM

The link in my post is the one VTblazer did. I'm going to try to build it, looks real easy.

JKR

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Originally Posted by special-K

Talw to VTblazer,he had a cool rig made from exhaust tubing.

shifty · 02-15-2006, 05:03 PM

Actually, the above are OK but this guy here at the forum basically bent a cab caddy out of what looked to be 3" muffler pipe. It bolted to the body mounts and allowed the cab to be flipped on end or lay on the top or bottom or something, making it perfect for 67-72 model trucks.

I know someone has to know what I'm talking about - there are pictures here on the forum. In fact, I mighta linked to em in a recent post.

EDIT : nevermind, someone beat me to it

Luvlegs · 02-15-2006, 05:48 PM

I think everyone is skipping solvers intent here - he KNOWS about the pipe one that is being referred to - he is looking for something else as he needs to do floor replacement - Correct me if I'm wrong Solver....

Stroker · 02-15-2006, 11:02 PM

I think that with some modifications the exaust tubing cab stand might work. We just need additional attach points so the floor supports can be replaced. For the rear it looks like there are two inboard holes on the rear support that could be used. Up front maybe using the holes that attach the inner fender to the cab might work. For some added support another maybe the stand could be clamped to the angle support just behind the front cab mount. I think I would put in some temp bracing to keep everything in place and roll the cab onto the front since it is significantly heavier than the rear of the cab. Do you think this would work?

02-15-2006, 01:00 AM	#1
Solver Registered User Join Date: May 2000 Location: Storm Lake, Ia Posts: 1,449	Cab rotissiere? Getting ready to start on another truck and was wondering if anyone had come up with a decent rotissere type setup for working on the cab bottoms. need something that will roll cab over 90 degrees but not bolt to the floor cause it will be cut out for replacement panels. just kind of looking for ideas. last truck I did on my back and I hate welding --up! __________________ 1972 Cheyenne Super 20 LWB-Blue 1972 Cheyenne Super 10 LWB-Black 1972 Cheyenne Super 10 LWB-Red 1972 Cheyenne Super 10 LWB-green 1972 GMC 4x4 LWB-White 1971 Cheyenne 10 LWB-Ochre 1971 Cheyenne 20 Longhorn-Copper 1971 Cheyenne 20 Longhorn-Black 1969 Custom 10 LWB-lt blue 1968 GMC 3/4 ton-green 1968 1/2 ton swb stepside-silver 1967 Chevrolet CST 10 LWB-green 1967 Chevrolet custom 20 LWB-Maroon

02-15-2006, 01:13 AM	#2
72armyswbtruck Registered User Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Idaho Posts: 4,034	Re: Cab rotissiere? check out the frequently asked questions, there is a fellow there who made a cab roller out of bent exhaust tubing. I will search for the link and post if you don't have any luck. Michael

02-15-2006, 01:51 AM	#3
northcountry67 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Lengby, Minnesota Posts: 225	Re: Cab rotissiere? I just laid down cardboard and rolled the cab on it's back. I also rolled it up on the firewall and used a jack stand against the rain rail. Of course mine was completely gutted.

02-15-2006, 08:49 AM	#4
Luvlegs Registered User Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Smith Mountain Lake Virginia Posts: 1,537	Re: Cab rotissiere? Solver, hope you don't mind me jumping on here but wanted to add: Has anyone "rolled" one without gutting it? I really don't need to pull windows, dash or floor, etc. Do need to do cab mounts though.... I'd pull all the easy stuff and doors, just don't want to mess with windows and such. The one in the FAQ was using the cab mounts to bolt to if I'm not mistaken.... __________________ "A cat will almost always blink when hit between the eyes with a ball peen hammer" (you don't always have to state the obvious) Wear your PPE! You can eat with false teeth but you can't see with a false eye. 1959 Studebaker Silverhawk 350/400 1972 C10 L6 3OTT 2005 F350 - Built - whew!

02-15-2006, 08:57 AM	#5
Solver Registered User Join Date: May 2000 Location: Storm Lake, Ia Posts: 1,449	Re: Cab rotissiere? No problem Luvlegs . I saw the one they were talking about and think it does attach to cab mounts. This won't work if I have to cut out for floor patch panels just not sure where I can attach to the cab and roll without flexing the cab __________________ 1972 Cheyenne Super 20 LWB-Blue 1972 Cheyenne Super 10 LWB-Black 1972 Cheyenne Super 10 LWB-Red 1972 Cheyenne Super 10 LWB-green 1972 GMC 4x4 LWB-White 1971 Cheyenne 10 LWB-Ochre 1971 Cheyenne 20 Longhorn-Copper 1971 Cheyenne 20 Longhorn-Black 1969 Custom 10 LWB-lt blue 1968 GMC 3/4 ton-green 1968 1/2 ton swb stepside-silver 1967 Chevrolet CST 10 LWB-green 1967 Chevrolet custom 20 LWB-Maroon Last edited by Solver; 02-15-2006 at 08:58 AM.

02-15-2006, 09:02 AM	#6
thejoker Registered User Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Gulfport Mississippi Posts: 364	Re: Cab rotissiere? Here ya go. This is definitely one of my favorites. http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=180110 __________________ **Have you ever danced with the devil in the pale moonlight....I ask that of all my prey** 68' C10 Short Step (rebuilding as we speak) 72' Custom Camper (wrecked, parting out) 79' C10 Fleet (rough, parting out) 97' C1500 Short Step Custom (DD) 97' Kawaski VN800a Customized 99' Z71 Silverado 04' Suzuki Volusia

02-15-2006, 09:09 AM	#7
rage'nrat638 Account Suspended Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: THE FALL GUY CHICAGO IL Posts: 5,883	Re: Cab rotissiere? http://www.eastwoodco.com/jump.jsp?i...emType=PRODUCT Last edited by rage'nrat638; 02-15-2006 at 09:19 AM.

02-15-2006, 09:17 AM	#8
rage'nrat638 Account Suspended Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: THE FALL GUY CHICAGO IL Posts: 5,883	Re: Cab rotissiere? http://www.eastwoodco.com/jump.jsp?i...emType=PRODUCT

02-15-2006, 09:28 AM	#9
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,861	Re: Cab rotissiere? Talw to VTblazer,he had a cool rig made from exhaust tubing. __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~

02-15-2006, 05:03 PM	#11
shifty Questionable Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Atlanta Posts: 13,376	Re: Cab rotissiere? Actually, the above are OK but this guy here at the forum basically bent a cab caddy out of what looked to be 3" muffler pipe. It bolted to the body mounts and allowed the cab to be flipped on end or lay on the top or bottom or something, making it perfect for 67-72 model trucks. I know someone has to know what I'm talking about - there are pictures here on the forum. In fact, I mighta linked to em in a recent post. EDIT : nevermind, someone beat me to it __________________ If I've got anything up for grabs, it'll be here: 7-hole gauge cluster for a 67-72 p/u FREE (link) I can't check the forum daily. If I don't reply to you within 24 hours, drop me a PM! I'm (hopefully) still alive and will reply faster to a PM. Last edited by shifty; 02-15-2006 at 05:04 PM.

02-15-2006, 05:48 PM	#12
Luvlegs Registered User Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Smith Mountain Lake Virginia Posts: 1,537	Re: Cab rotissiere? I think everyone is skipping solvers intent here - he KNOWS about the pipe one that is being referred to - he is looking for something else as he needs to do floor replacement - Correct me if I'm wrong Solver.... __________________ "A cat will almost always blink when hit between the eyes with a ball peen hammer" (you don't always have to state the obvious) Wear your PPE! You can eat with false teeth but you can't see with a false eye. 1959 Studebaker Silverhawk 350/400 1972 C10 L6 3OTT 2005 F350 - Built - whew!

02-15-2006, 11:02 PM	#13
Stroker Registered User Join Date: Mar 2001 Location: Moore, Ok Posts: 1,149	Re: Cab rotissiere? I think that with some modifications the exaust tubing cab stand might work. We just need additional attach points so the floor supports can be replaced. For the rear it looks like there are two inboard holes on the rear support that could be used. Up front maybe using the holes that attach the inner fender to the cab might work. For some added support another maybe the stand could be clamped to the angle support just behind the front cab mount. I think I would put in some temp bracing to keep everything in place and roll the cab onto the front since it is significantly heavier than the rear of the cab. Do you think this would work? Attached Images __________________ 72 SWB parts and pieces Oklahoma



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