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Old 07-31-2023, 06:39 PM   #41
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Got some help today and finally put the cab on the chassis. A real bit of progress, and set up for the Winter work. The wood mount kit needed some fine tuning, but it worked. Don't expect those repro wood mounts to be perfect. Enjoy fellows -photos




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Old 08-01-2023, 05:10 PM   #42
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Hot DIGGITY!
I'll have to tap yer knowledge for my project!

I don't know why, but its got a Chevy 350 in it...
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Old 08-01-2023, 05:35 PM   #43
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Hot DIGGITY!
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I don't know why, but its got a Chevy 350 in it...
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Old 08-01-2023, 08:28 PM   #44
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Looking good!!! You might have to modify your cab blocks as you stated, but that's OK. My '34 is stock but it is "your truck" and do it the way you want. It is on its way to becoming, "you can drive and have fun!!!" Keep us updated and I enjoy your excitement!!!
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Old 08-01-2023, 08:54 PM   #45
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IMHO, narrower tires in the front would help a lot.
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Old 01-19-2024, 06:28 PM   #46
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Been awhile: finally got back onto the 34 PU. We had 2" of ICE, VP of RG#85 broke his leg! So here is the latest:
Mounted radiator with the Drake Hose Kit. Set the fancy grill on for looks. Engine needed 5 washers on TOP of a MERC lift mount to clear for the fan belt [removal]. I even removed the crank guide bracket and used flat 'U' bolts for front spring. Installed the 'Quiet ride' Firewall pad- Very nice product, but needed some help. Installed the original cab wood- used 15 painted bolts and SHORTENED 12 of them for looks. Bolt ends protruding into passenger space [hazard]. Firewall parts next, engine has been tested a bit ago. Shocks ready to install. Thanks to the encouragement from followers. Expect to drive it this SUMMER! Newc
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Old 01-19-2024, 07:22 PM   #47
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Been awhile: finally got back onto the 34 PU. We had 2" of ICE, VP of RG#85 broke his leg! So here is the latest:
Mounted radiator with the Drake Hose Kit. Set the fancy grill on for looks. Engine needed 5 washers on TOP of a MERC lift mount to clear for the fan belt [removal]. I even removed the crank guide bracket and used flat 'U' bolts for front spring. Installed the 'Quiet ride' Firewall pad- Very nice product, but needed some help. Installed the original cab wood- used 15 painted bolts and SHORTENED 12 of them for looks. Bolt ends protruding into passenger space [hazard]. Firewall parts next, engine has been tested a bit ago. Shocks ready to install. Thanks to the encouragement from followers. Expect to drive it this SUMMER! Newc








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Old 01-19-2024, 07:41 PM   #48
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No front motor mount insulators?
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Old 01-19-2024, 10:31 PM   #49
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Looking good Newc! Nice to see you're still in the shop!
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Is that an aluminum spacer between the transmission and the drive shaft tube?
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Old 01-20-2024, 11:27 AM   #51
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Is that an aluminum spacer between the transmission and the drive shaft tube?
Looks like a ground strap to me...
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Looks like a ground strap to me...
Pete, I took a second look and you may be correct.
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Saving OLD chrome-rusty back side. Grills, bumpers, ect always seem to have a POOR backside on chrome parts. This '34 PU grill was chromed in the '70's, brazed bottom edge, BUT the show surface is still good.
So it got wire brushed , cleaned off, and some derust magic applied. After drying; Sprayed with a good coat of bright silver enamel. REMEMBER to tape the holes before any of this is applied!!, even brushed into the open gill bars. I hope this grill lasts another 50yrs. I remember we always opened the grill bars [crimped shut] before working on a Ford grill. Drying in front of the stove. [Winter] Photo Newc
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Saving OLD chrome-rusty back side. Grills, bumpers, ect always seem to have a POOR backside on chrome parts. This '34 PU grill was chromed in the '70's, brazed bottom edge, BUT the show surface is still good.
So it got wire brushed , cleaned off, and some derust magic applied. After drying; Sprayed with a good coat of bright silver enamel. REMEMBER to tape the holes before any of this is applied!!, even brushed into the open gill bars. I hope this grill lasts another 50yrs. I remember we always opened the grill bars [crimped shut] before working on a Ford grill. Drying in front of the stove. [Winter] Photo Newc
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Old 01-31-2024, 07:13 PM   #55
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I must still be about 13, because I like the chrome stacks. I think they fit the character with the chrome grill shell and later front bumper. It has a great 50's shop truck vibe.
100%. Love them and would keep them if they are in the parts pile. Total 50's vibe.
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Old 02-01-2024, 09:14 PM   #56
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Nice Work ,I am doing two Cabs my self ,one rusty, one with dents , Ted
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Old 02-02-2024, 10:53 AM   #57
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Had one of those back in the late 50's, baught it froma guy in NH for 75 dollars and the juce brakes were on it, but didn't work very well. Not sure how I fixed that. It was my dailey driver back then My wife wouldn't allow me to drive her wagon. Wish I never sold it.
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Memory doesn't work very well either?????
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