The Jalopy Journal
Time for the chassis build.... Since I did not have a table and wanted to speed progress along some, I asked Dusty to help setting up my chassis...
I did not get to this one fast enough two weeks ago. It was advertised for $5500 and, evidently, the guy that bought it just wants to flip it....
Once the grille was sectioned, I finished designing the chassis on the computer. Then, I found a shop that would CNC plasma cut the suspension...
Next, it was time to section the grille. I love the IH grille on this model truck, but channeling the body left it taller than the firewall and...
In order to get the ride height I wanted (approx six inches ground clearance), I needed to 'Z' the chassis somehow. If done properly, a 'Z' looks...
The top was chopped about 3 1/2". I wanted to keep the same wheel base on the truck and with the top chopped I set out to mock up what it would...
Dusty at Dusty Rods in Leonard, TX assisted with the chop and hanging the doors, etc. I really like the way that he chopped the cab as he was...
Okay. Before I lose too many of you, I tried to get an acquaintance to draw a concept but he didn't have time. So, I spent a little time with...
The cab, however, was in much better shape and just needed a lot of clean-up. The wood structure was already replaced by a metal one and it came...
Thanks. It is a little different... I thought the chassis one the new truck was something I would keep, but after looking at it in person I...
Well, it was quite a trip but we brought it home to TX. After looking at it for a while and finishing up the project before it, I decided that it...
Howdy - I've been working on my project for a little while now and am finally seeing the light at the end of the tunnel on it. So, I figured I...
I don't mean to hijack anyone's thread, but do you know if the happenings at Bonneville are broadcast on the internet or on a radio station? I...
When timing, time off of the #8 cylinder.
As stated above, they are good engines made to live a long time. I've driven them for close to 20 years now never blew one up. The engines weigh...
You may be able to narrow the circuit down by removing one fuse at a time and waiting to see if the battery still drains. If it drains, put that...
Dan- You came a long way in a short time with your truck. Looks great. Last time I saw it, you were cutting holes everywhere. Mine isn't much...
Internationals are great! I've owned all sorts of Scouts and a few pickups as well. None have been a 50-60's vintage truck, but I really like...
This is something that I grappled with on my build and decided to go with a vega box and crossover steering....I did not know about the flaming...
Here are a couple pics I saw of the car at Pistons and Paint in Denton. I cannot say I would do it the same if it were my car, but some of the...
Thanks for the support. The engine is ready now and the chassis is starting to take shape. If you want to see the progress, I've been posting...
Thanks y'all. I have no clue whether any of them are for sale. I just snapped some pics and figured I would call at some point...they weren't...
hey - Does anyone know what the make and model of this car is? I found it on a trip the other day but I don't know what it is or what it would...
Beautiful! That is one clean ride.
I have to vote for a Cummins 4BT. They are the 4-cyl version of a 6BT which is found in the Dodge 3/4ton trucks so there are plenty of hop up...
Howdy - I'm getting into the hot rod arena after several years with 4x4's. I've always been an International Harvester nut and cut my teeth on...
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