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Old 07-27-2016, 07:41 PM   #141
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Thanks Henry!

Bed is on, still need to do some patch work on the "farmer patches" but it is fitting up nicely. Also needs some repair on the back bed crossmember where the tailgate hinges are but that looks like an easy repair.

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Old 07-27-2016, 08:17 PM   #142
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Old 07-27-2016, 08:21 PM   #143
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Fine looking pickup. Drive it and have fun.
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Old 07-27-2016, 11:47 PM   #144
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Like the bullet holes.. Leave them! ; o P
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Old 07-30-2016, 05:54 PM   #145
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Great looking truck and thread. You have done a awesome job with the build. Giving me a lot of ideas for mine.
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Old 07-30-2016, 07:31 PM   #146
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Tailgate is back on. All three mounting points were broke where the brackets attach to the rear channel. Cut out the bad, cut some new patch panels and it is back on and rock solid. Also picked up some good used original chains and brackets from a fellow barner. Still deciding on whether to patch the rear fenders, I have a spare that can be used for patches but I kinda like the old "farmer" fixes. What do you guys think? Patch them and blend in the paint or leave them?


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Old 07-31-2016, 08:44 AM   #147
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The fenders look great to me but it's your call. My '36 looks like that and lots of people agree with me that it should stay that way.
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Old 07-31-2016, 08:48 AM   #148
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I like the look.
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Old 07-31-2016, 10:33 AM   #149
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Very nice! I like it the way it is.
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Old 08-01-2016, 12:22 PM   #150
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Looks great! has lots of character!

Keep v-8ing and 4-banging!
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Old 08-01-2016, 12:33 PM   #151
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Looking back at your beginning 10-15, you have made remarkable progress. Looks like you need glass, other than that I'd call her about done.
you had some doubters but you did it!
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Old 08-01-2016, 04:27 PM   #152
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Looking back at your beginning 10-15, you have made remarkable progress. Looks like you need glass, other than that I'd call her about done.
you had some doubters but you did it!
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Thanks!! Yeah it was a pretty big challenge. All that Is left is some glass, wiring, and a seat. Plus going through all the odds and ends.

These pics make me laugh!


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Old 08-01-2016, 05:55 PM   #153
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Looks great, you are doing a great job
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Old 08-01-2016, 08:29 PM   #154
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Thanks Chris, I really appreciate it. Would look great a little lower however as I like these old fords dropped a little bit.
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Old 08-01-2016, 09:27 PM   #155
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Yes I like them that way too.. Still think if you leave it as it is condition-wise you will drive it more ; )
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Old 08-02-2016, 02:00 AM   #156
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Looks fantastic!
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Old 08-02-2016, 04:42 AM   #157
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I like the look too. It looks like a truck that is meant to be used versus a trailer queen.
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Old 08-02-2016, 10:05 AM   #158
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Thanks for the compliments, I appreciate it. The paint has been the hardest/most fun thing to do yet. Took awhile to figure out how to match it but it is turning out nice.
Great looking truck!
Any insight into HOW you were able to match the patina so well? Did I miss something in the thread? I've got some patch work that I'll need to paint as well, and looking for hints/tips.
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Old 08-02-2016, 07:30 PM   #159
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Well when I get going I tend to leave my phone inside and not take pics. Basically I put paint on, hit it with a cloth while it is still wet to add some wear marks, then let it dry. I then do another coat and when it is tacky I throw metal shavings in the paint. Hit it with some salt water to activate the rust in the shavings and from there it is just rubbing it out, hitting it with a chain to add more marks. In about a week or two, it looks like old paint. The metal shavings rusting stains the new paint.
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Old 08-06-2016, 10:59 AM   #160
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And just like that she is gone. I live on a pretty busy road, lots of people always stop to see what I am working on. A guy stopped and made an offer that I could not pass up. Kinda sad to see her go but it is going to a great guy. Looks like I am on the hunt again.

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