Heathkit project

[Thommyknocker]

Introducing the Heathkit project

Its our first full-on father/son project.
1961 Long bed step side DIY kit we picked up off the local c-list.

The PO had all the patch panels we need, a new oak bed kit, froze 350 and 7004r installed. A carpet kit and great stock seat, and boxes full of parts both new and old.

The front end appears to have been rebuilt already.

On to the pics!

The day it came home


First step, build the bed so we can store crap in it.

[Thommyknocker]

We have a boat anchor here!

[Thommyknocker]

That's OK, beat a few bushes and out pops a clean running 305

[Thommyknocker]

Prepping up the passenger's side for reconstructive surgery

[Captainfab]

Welcome to the forum

Looks like the truck is in decent shape.....except for the engine. If you don't already know, be sure to read up on how to correctly setup and adjust the 700R4. There are many, many, many threads in the Engine and Drivetrain section here on the forum.

Is that your '64-'65 Chevelle/Malibu?

[TJ's Chevy]

Welcome aboard!

[Thommyknocker]

Thanks for having us guys, you've got a bunch of info stashed here

That's actually Grandpa's 65 He got it brand new

and here is my toy.
apparently we like Chevys lol

[Bomp]

Looks like you have a great project and a good start.
Sub'd

[RANDY COX]

KOOL and great project good to see Father and son build's...will be watching...

[Modges'66]

Wow!
The your "toy" is a sweet lookin ride!...Not quite MY style, but it proves a real dedication and addiction!!!...Unless you bought it that way! LOL!
Can't wait to see more progress!
Forge ahead!

[Thommyknocker]

Built the 50 myself The truck won't be pretty because my son doesn't want to sand (and neither do I hahahaha)
Build thread on the 50 http://www.jalopyjournal.com/forum/t...y-chop.390824/

The floor and rocker repair is complete. Set my son loose with the mig to finish it.

We got it moving under it's own power now, but not all of my neighbors enjoy open exhaust so that's next.

Were also putting a 22 gal mustang tank under the bed. That should be finished this weekend.

[Thommyknocker]

Plugging away at it.
70 mustang tank installed and plumbed.
Simple exhaust welded up to keep the neighbors happy
Starting work on the interior and wiring next

[Thommyknocker]

I've been such a slacker!
Lots of work happening, painted the interior and finished the bed again
Turns out it's not the original seat, but probably a car.

[Thommyknocker]

went through the brakes, everything is new but we are missing the parking brake levers. I'm sure we can get those.

A little tuning up and went around the block!

[Justin@EntropyRad]

Killer project!