'55 Chevy 3800 Cummins

[Cobound]

[Baby peez]

I like your tire dollies, never considered making my own

[6DoF]

Originally Posted by Baby peez

I like your tire dollies, never considered making my own

they perfectly fit the HF jack stands currently under the frame, or set a tire in there ... BUT ... the tubes are kinda too close together and i've had then shoot out from under a tire before. if they get stuck on something the tire can roll up over it. one day i'll make an extension to make that deeper.

[6DoF]

Originally Posted by Baby peez

I like your tire dollies, never considered making my own

these are the wheels i used from summit, 2500lb capacity

https://www.summitracing.com/parts/mrm-m998133

[6DoF]

this weekend i really got after putting bolts in! now i just need to get more bolts it can however support it's own weight again.

got a few more things i can just bolt on to get off the shelf/floor, then i really need to start working on getting the engine in. transmission needs cleaned/painted, rear main seal, clutch, and painting the oil pan and valve covers with sound control before i stab it between the rails. once in i have more work that'll need done, but getting there.

[Cobound]

Can't wait to see the engine dropped into this beast

[6DoF]

first the good news, parts ready for install! i really like how "thuddy" the oil pan is now. 2 coats of lizard skin sound control on the valve covers and tappet cover, 4 coats on the oil pan. should totally help smooth the audible-ness of this engine.



and then the bad news ... so i knew there was a small bit there and i was hoping to just dab some urethane on the pin hole outside n be good for a year or 2. but decided to pull the windshield for new rubber and to paint the inside easier, that's when i found the mouse nest filling the upper bulkhead over the windshield and had to actually investigate the extent of the rot.

i ordered patch panels, gunna fix it all, just sux cuz i thought i was done with sheet metal 'til after i drove it. roof skin is totally solid, very lucky there, it's just the eyebrow filler and upper inside structure that are compromised.

[Cobound]

Yeah, that's slightly more than character

[6DoF]

lots been going on ... but it all got posted on the Cheby forum

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...814071&page=13

[Cobound]

Well then, looks like we have some lurking to do

[Cobound]

First few posts - HOLY CHRIST

[Cobound]

FTR - this is what people that question vehicle work and prices need to see - a thread like this, a build progress with the amount of time it takes to do the little things, and not just the end project. Those plasma cut plates, the attention to detail...THAT mouse-de-nester 3000

Having had a vehicle done, and having been a part of some relative's hot rod builds over the years, I absolutely love what you're doing, what you've done!

Man, that is insane, I'm in awe - truly awesome detail, great body work, man - kudos!!!!

Excited for you to get this done and drive it - holy hell

When it's drivable, I fully expect to see you at Back To The 50's in St Paul, MN!!!!!!!!

[xj_man_646]

That is a boat load of progress. Nicely done! Sucks about that stuff you used inside the cab peeling off.

[nblehm]

The inside stuff peeling off might make me stop working on a project

[6DoF]

Originally Posted by nblehm

The inside stuff peeling off might make me stop working on a project

BS!! i have your solution! i was ready to murder kittens over that BS though, holy hell! no clue why i thought i could "do better" on this truck than prior YJ rust work ... i already had it figured out.

i've been researching deep into this rust junk now ... turns out there are only 2 products on the market that harden in the presence of moisture and actually seal the metal away from future oxidation. POR15 and Chassis Saver. i've had amazing results from chassis save, and it's cheaper. it's basically the same thing as POR15 even thought POR15 sells a whole multi-step kit. chassis saver can be used in the same multi-stage process for WAY cheaper though, but i've not actually tried that yet.

works fine for years:
-wire brush
-blow chucks n dust off with air hose
-heavy wet coat of Chassis Saver
-rattle-bomb it whatever color you want

**can be even better if properly wire-wheeled vs brushed and properly cleaned after

Chassis Saver Multi-step process: (to match POR15 but way cheaper) {i've not tried this yet, but should be awesome}
-wire wheel
-clean with proper degreaser
-Kleen Strip Concrete and Metal Prep ($16 /gal at Home Depot)
... literally the same phosphoric acid as AutoTech Rust Prep and POR15 metal prep
... do NOT dilute per bottle instructions
... nice very wet coat (put down plastic or cardboard cuz it'll etch your cement, gravel driveway, etc)
... once drying on the edges, 2nd heavy wet coat
... let dry over night
-clean with proper degreaser
... you MUST clean it before any further coatings, it creates a white powder that nothing will stick to.
-heavy wet coat of Chassis Saver
... can 2nd coat if you want, i have lots of times.
-cure over night
-top coat with paint of choice (Chassis Saver is not UV stable and must have a top coat)

[6DoF]

Originally Posted by 6DoF

lots been going on ... but it all got posted on the Cheby forum

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...814071&page=14

lots of updates happened! and more to come soon hopefully

[6DoF]

so lots more updates on the Chevy forum ... but i'll just leave this here

the Matt taping the truck gave ZERO fawks about the Matt who had to peal it all but i'm super excited with how it came out! super clean tuxedo interior is a great contrast to the rat rod. i'll let the pictures speak for themselves.

[xj_man_646]

Looks really good. Excited to see it come together.

[nblehm]

[Cobound]

That is going to be so bad ass.