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Harleymike · 08-31-2017, 09:30 AM

Ive got my truck completely apart now. Cab is on rollers in garage.
I plan on laying it on its back (back window side). So I can work on the bottom of it.
Do you guys see any issue with this. I think it should be structurally fine. But thought i should ask the experts on here.

Mike

vin63 · 08-31-2017, 09:37 AM

I did that to weld up the dozens of holes previous owners had drilled through the floor for various things, including different seats. I also took the opportunity to seal, paint, and then finish the underside with some heat resistant acoustic coating.

I did set it on wood planks with a couple of 4x4s notched for the drip rail. I had a couple of friends help me with tilting, lifting, and setting the cab down.

**The Rocknrod** · 08-31-2017, 09:44 AM

Piece of cake, I used 4'X8' plywood on the garage floor.

racecougar · 08-31-2017, 03:01 PM

I placed a piece of heavy carpet onto a pallet and set the cab onto it with the help of a few friends. It worked out very well. If you're painting the interior, it's a good time to strip the roof as well. Sanding above your head isn't much fun.

Harleymike · 08-31-2017, 03:42 PM

Awesome. Thanks for the help and suggestions. I guess its a done deal then. I'l flip it over.

08-31-2017, 09:30 AM	#1
Harleymike Registered User Join Date: Aug 2017 Location: Courtright, Ontario Posts: 84	rolling cab on its back side Ive got my truck completely apart now. Cab is on rollers in garage. I plan on laying it on its back (back window side). So I can work on the bottom of it. Do you guys see any issue with this. I think it should be structurally fine. But thought i should ask the experts on here. Mike

08-31-2017, 09:37 AM	#2
vin63 It's Better With Nitro Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Chino Hills, CA Posts: 2,262	Re: rolling cab on its side I did that to weld up the dozens of holes previous owners had drilled through the floor for various things, including different seats. I also took the opportunity to seal, paint, and then finish the underside with some heat resistant acoustic coating. I did set it on wood planks with a couple of 4x4s notched for the drip rail. I had a couple of friends help me with tilting, lifting, and setting the cab down. Attached Images __________________ 1963 C-10: Deluxe-optioned cab, shortbed, fleetside Pontiac 462 ci, Kauffman D-Port alum. heads 4L80E, narrowed sheetmetal Ford 9-inch Tubular front and rear suspension Custom 6-piston front disc and 4-piston rear disc brakes

08-31-2017, 09:44 AM	#3
The Rocknrod Moderator Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: China Spring, TX Posts: 7,280	Re: rolling cab on its back side Piece of cake, I used 4'X8' plywood on the garage floor. Attached Images __________________ Master Chief, US Navy, Retired 1964 C10 Step-side Short Bed - In Progress 2009 2500HD Duramax LTZ 1948 GMC Panel 1956 Big Window Stepside 1953 5 Window Chevy Stepside 1932 Coupe New Seat Foam for Bench Seats?

08-31-2017, 03:01 PM	#4
racecougar Registered User Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Imperial, MO Posts: 1,003	Re: rolling cab on its back side I placed a piece of heavy carpet onto a pallet and set the cab onto it with the help of a few friends. It worked out very well. If you're painting the interior, it's a good time to strip the roof as well. Sanding above your head isn't much fun. Attached Images __________________ Rod @ AzzKicker Cars 1965 C10 SWB - Build Thread

08-31-2017, 03:42 PM	#5
Harleymike Registered User Join Date: Aug 2017 Location: Courtright, Ontario Posts: 84	Re: rolling cab on its back side Awesome. Thanks for the help and suggestions. I guess its a done deal then. I'l flip it over.



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