Project Woodstock 14 HELP

[Fountain]

Hey guys and gals

I have been lurking for awhile and have decided to start a thread. My buddy went to Iron Invasion in Woodstock, IL this past week and he said we are driving your truck next year. Hence the title of the thread.

Welp, I have a long way to go. My initial plan was to use the original frame with corvette front and rear suspension, ls motor etc...now the plan is to use the s10 frame I have and 350/350 combo I also have. I have some sheetmetal repair to do on the cab before I can mount it on frame. I will attach a couple of pictures to get your advice on what order stuff should be replaced. I have all the pieces to repair, I just have to get off my butt and do it. Please keep in mind that I am a carpenter not a sheetmetal master. This will be my first attempt at any type of sheetmetal work but If I can screw up wood I am sure I can screw this up as well. My motto is you can always buy more wood and get it right...I guess I can always cut it out and by more sheetmetal.

Tim

[Fountain]

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[Fountain]

Please note the two links between the pictures. I am not a computer wizard either...I will eventually get this down.

As far as order goes, I am thinking this:

1.Rockers
2. Inner cab corners
3. cab corners
4. inner cowl
5. outer cowl

Oh...I have a gas mig welder, sandblast cabinet, gigantic air compressor, portable band saw with stand and misc. hand tools...I have collected some tools before I started. I am not saying I am skilled with any of above tools I just own them.

[Bubba54]

Fountain, Welcome to the site, looks like you have all the usual suspects.

When you remove a lot of sheet metal, the cab can move a bit. It’s a good idea to keep the cab mounted to frame, for alignment. If you are replacing complete rocker panels, keep in mind of the door gap. You can easily get the door jams out of alignment, when removing that much metal. Consider using bracing as needed. Just take your time. Nice choice for the dash.

Good luck with the build.
Shawn

[LEEVON]

Metal is easier than wood, because you can always add some back!

[Bomp]

Welcome to the forum.
I agree, use bracing to keep things square. Take your time, think things through, oh heck, your a carpenter you know all that stuff. You'll do great.
You hadn't mentioned the year of your truck. I see the dash so I can guesstimate about what approximate year.
Good luck. Will be checkin in now and again.
Have fun.



I can screw up metal as fast as the next guy but I can only make firewood.

[Fountain]

Ok. I just started working on the truck. I purchased corvette front suspension parts for the front suspension. My frame is already blasted and in really good shape. It will actually be cheaper going with the stock frame anyway. I did learn how to learn warp sheetmetal at least it is on the floorboard!! Hahaha. Bomp is right slow and steady. I will try and post some pics from my phone. Ok. I will have to post pics later from my computer can't figure it out right now.

[Fountain]

I work really slow because of kids/busniess/funds/time. I have recently accumulated so parts and had the time to work on it. Also, my father retired this year so he is now available to help teach me how to weld properly. Here it are some pics. I should have some trailing arms and crossmember coming soon. They are original and much cheaper. My dad and I shouldn't have too much issue figuring it out. LEEVON's build is a real big inspiration as well.

The first couple of pics are from October...told ya I work slow. haha

[Fountain]

More pics...also they are turned sideways and probably too big. Sorry guys. Geesh.

[Coach529]

Looks like a great build. Looks like a Danforth cross member......I just installed one.

[Bomp]

Nice to see things moving along.
Pretty clean looking cab and frame.

[Fountain]

Coach it is a Danforth and I referenced your install during my installation. Bomp the cab is fairly rotted. I have replaced the rockers and the toe boards so far. I am a little intimidated by sheetmetal. Also, I believe in investing in decent tools as you go which also slows down the process. But unfortunately I am addicted to tools! Today I just purchased a hypertherm 30. It will help with the rear fabrication and just plain cutting metal. I am used to zipping through wood therefore I become a bit frustrated with the speed at which I have to cut metal. I will use the plasma cutter for my contracting business if I ever run into any metal that needs cut! Haha.

[Fountain]

I just couldn't resist. I have owned this pile for about 3 years. It has sat in my garage with no suspension, just a bare frame and rusty cab. Yesterday I had a few minutes and was able to set in on wheels and put the cab back on for inspiration. I also, just scored a explorer rear end, waiting for the guy to drop it off at my buddies shop who also has my 6.0. I am getting excited. The best thing of the whole build is I get to spend time in the garage with Dad (who is 67 and can outwork most people I know) and one of my big brothers. Thanks for all the inspiration guys.

[Advanced Design]

Keep rolling...and enjoy the time with your Dad and brother. Mine has zero interest so you are fortunate.