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Sounds good. Just a couple to wet my chops would be fine!! Looking forward to seeing your build site when it is completed. I am not working on...
All, thanks for the help!! Joyflea, I may hit you up with more questions, since we basically have the same COE. Any chance you have more build...
Some good info here. I am looking for info from anyone that has done a build more specific to what I am planning. I have a '41 GMC COE that I...
I have had them in my BMW motorcycle tires now for 2 years. I was skeptical at first, but have not seen any down side yet. The tires seem to be...
Nice looking truck!! I have a 56 Dodge and found the serial numbers (they didn't call them VINs back then) stamped on the outside of the frame...
This is what I have read also; the cabs themselves are the same. In 47 they widened the cab.
exwestracer, good point on welding to the cast center section. You have convinced me to purchase / build a truss for the Dana 60 and to mount the...
metal man, thanks for your reply. After reading it, I went back out and took a closer look and decided you were right. The angle originally looked...
Anyone else have any input? I want to get this 4 link tacked into place this morning. Thanks !!
Thanks for the replies. I have seen that diagram before, and it is helpful. I know you will get many different opinions (from what I have...
All, I am installing a triangulated 4 link on the rear of my 1956 Dodge 1/2 ton truck. My question is in regards to the lower, outside parallel...
Thanks for all the help !! AkBillyBow
Thanks for the reply Scott. I am also wondering, is it needed? Do most people seal /coat the inside of the frame or just leave it alone?...
All, I will soon get my frame sandblasted, then I am going to box in the frame. Once the frame is cleaned from the sandblasting, should I spray...
Thanks everyone !!! As you can tell I am very excited !! My COE was sitting on a different frame when I found it. My plan is to set it on a lower...
Well, at last I am a COE owner!! Yesterday I purchased my first COE. It is a 1941 GMC...and I am really excited!! I discovered the world of...
I am in the same boat that you are. I decided to upgrade to a 220 volt machine, just to be safe. I spoke to a couple of welders where I work...
applewoodassassin<SCRIPT type=text/javascript> vbmenu_register("postmenu_7911135", true); </SCRIPT> , your truck looks good. My floor boards are...
Thanks for the link. I am now a member!! AkBillyBow
I found it, I found it!! Mine is stamped on the drivers side frame rail, between the bumper and the steering box. It was on the outside of the...
Any reason why you are not going to use the original frame? I have a 56 and am planning on using the original frame....unless there is a good...
Hmmm....this does not sound good so far. Thanks for the replies!! Anyone else out there have any input?
All, does anyone know if and where the VIN is stamped on a 1956 Dodge 1/2 ton truck (C3)? The VIN tag is missing on this truck. I have read that...
If there are no pictures....it didn't happen!!
I love that 54 Ford!!! Nice work!!!
Check out this COE thread: http://www.jalopyjournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=219018 Also, do a Google search for COEs. I too have taken a...
That is totally awesome work!! You are very talented!! I can't wait to see the completed pictures, and hope you continue to build after you...
Just someone else's opinion. Don't take it personal. We all like things a little different than the next guy.
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