Starting on my '34 pickup.

Finally getting a start on my pickup. Got a rough body that I'll try to sort thru. Nice Kiwi Konnection frame, So cal hairpins and dropped axle, 392Hemi and 9''. I'll try to update if anyone is interested as I go. Here's first mock up.

 

Yup, we're interested!

 

Well, a lot of water has p***ed under the great bridge, but I have got another cab and had a local body guru "Ed Parker" make one good cab from 2 rufees. Now I'm trying to straighten the '32 bed.

 

Wow, your truck is looking good!

 

Question why put a Hemi in there...yes it is a cool /great motor but does not belong in a leight weight highboy pick up. In my opinion and even looking at old magazines there are mostly flatheads or small blocks and tucked in headers....they just make more sence and add balance to the car...totally my opinion...of course do what you want.

 

Early ford V8, That is a neat truck of yours, but Sorry mate I definitely prefer hemi's.

 

WTF ? what is wrong with a hemi ? I like it

 

Nothing wrong with running a hemi. There is a certain mystic about them.

What are you going to use for a transmission?

 

TH400 with hotheads adapter. 9" rear.

 

We all build what we like,where I chose to use a sbc others use flatheads,buicks and yes even Hemis.

Keep us updated but please don't wait another year! HRP

 

We're watching, Hemi's fine, a lotta weight on the front end.

 

Looking good and I also vote for the blown hemi.

To me that's hot rodding. Shoving the most powerful motor you can into a tiny light car.


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Matt, yours and Littlemans pickups and many other guys pickups on here are giving me inspiration for this truck. I keep going through all the threads I can find for ideas.
Thanks for the positive comments.

 

Phil, the cab looks great. I'll have to swing round and have a closer inspection. What length has then bed been shortened to 50" ?? Will probably see you at Yanchep this weekend I imagine ???

 

Finally got something done this weekend. Out in the shed nearly all w/end listening to a lot of Aussie music. [Australia Day today] Our July 4.
Got the firewall recessed and steering column half installed. Sorry, The pic is to big to load and I don't know how to rectify.

 

Finally worked the picture thing out!

 

Looks great

 

Checked out those Bomber Seats, they look really good !


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Yep, Rotten leonard did a fine job, for sure!

 

Making up the tailgate. Found a local guy who does louvers

 

Looks like your off to a great start to a great little over powered pickup. Also known as a HOT ROD! Roger

 

Just found this thread. Will be watching your pickup make some progress.

 

Good **** Colonel !

 

How much more does a Hemi weigh compared to a Flathead? To make it fair, how much does a Flathead with an Ardun conversion weigh compared to a Hemi?

 

Picture didn't show up for me, but i'm eager to see your progress

 

Try again

 

Tailgate and rear view

 

I'm thinking of the keg for a fuel tank, but not sure if it looks a little corny!!

 

Great stance!
I don't mind the keg, I think the fact it's polished
makes the difference.