New guy here, Heres my project

Fairly new here, been lurkin a while with nothin old enough to post about but I finally got somthin. Its a 37 chev cab I got for the best price, free. Ive been workin on it in my high school shop cl*** for the past 3 weeks or so. Here are some pics of whats been done so far.

took 3.5 inches out of er

one with the driver

a pic of the engine that will be powerin it

its a 250cid pontiac ohc sprint 6. With a 4 barrel and split exhaust its good for 230 hp. More to come as I get more done. Thanks for lookin, Nick

 

That's looking good!! I like the bare metal look, maybe you should just chrome the cab!!! (Seriously, I want to see that done and I don't have the bucks to do it myself)

Keep those pictures coming!!

 

nice ride! welcome aboard

 

Nice work, Looks like you got your head screwed on straight for a younger guy. All the high school kids down here in South Florida that I see have those baggy pants and talk like punks. Good luck with the project.....


Mike

 

Friggin nice man... sum*****... you're how old? Nah don't tell me, I'd just get depressed.

 

Love the mail-slot rear window. That side profile shot shows off that sweet reveal under the window. My students just give me that blank, far-off look when I mention hot rods.

 

where in washington are you?
cant weight to see that rolling around

 

Killer stuff man. Better hang onto that thing too. Don't be a dope like most of us and get rid of the "bad*** car you had in high school" Keep it till you die man. Of the few regrets I have, the largest ones are selling cars that I'd kill to have back.

 

I was thinkin of leavin it bare and puttin a coat or two of clear on it. Thanks suedsled, same to you Mike. Guiseart, Im 17 but ive been workin on cars with my dad since I was 10 or so. This is goin to be for him as he p***ed away in august. Im the the only senior in most of my shop cl***es so its fun to grind away and do my thing while they are doing bookwork Im in Yakima, central washington. The side reveal is one of the biggest reasons I like the 35-38 chevs. I dont plan on selling this thing anytime for any reason. Its my first rod and I plan to have it as long as Im alive. Thanks for the kind words, I look up to you guys, Nick

 

GREAT job Nick! I'm very, very impressed. PLEASE keep us up to date as you progress. Sorry to hear about your Dad. Very tough for someone so young to have to go thru. I'm sure your dad is watching over you and is very proud of your accomplishments.

 

looks killer so far! keep up the good work, and good choice on that engine! not the same old SBC stuff. welcome!

 

Nick, That cab looks great, nice to see an unusual engine as well. Keep posting photos and progress reports. Great to see a young guy working with this stuff.

 

Damn cool lookin' ride for any age, but especially for someone who's 17. Keep the pics coming.


Nik

 

Awesome! and welcome

 

Great truck! I have all kinds of family in Yakima, Union Gap and Selah. Welcome!

 

thats a helluva cool start

 

Welcome, we need more young guys like you not only for your vision but for being able to stay on your project and not waver, I know Your Dad would be so proud of you and is with you always, good luck and keep us informed often of your progress and ask anytime you need anything someone here will be there for you no matter what.................

 

Welcome from another Washingtonian...

Nice work, we look forward to the updates.

 

Nice work Nick, your dad will be sittin right next to you first time you drive it 'round the block. Welcome to the HAMB. BTW, where'd you find that nice rubber boot that's on your clutch release arm?

 

Nice work, Man! What's the ch***is gonna look like?

 

what are your plans for a frame, that body is clean (clear coat it, cause it looks great from here.)

 

Nick, that's one bad start ya' got there! Can't wait to see progress. I'm a 6"r fan myself!Good luck and keep the faith!!

 

Welcome to the HAMB Nick. That is going to be a real nice piece when you get it done.

Keep us posted man.

 

Nice looking. Long time ago when I was 17 built a 51 Ford two door hard top as a mild custome. Wish I still had it. Best towards your future and welcome to the board.

Earl

 

You da man! I just wanna know who ya mugged to get that Firebird motor ?Your gonna love the way that thing runs .Oh are you puttin' a 3 or 4 speed behind it?
Looks like worlds of fun.
T.OUT

 

Good start on the truck, and nice eng selection. Keep focused and there will be a place in the jo b market for you. be an inspiration for some one younger. you will know who he is.

 

Looks good , great start for a project. Nice to see a young guy working on hot rods and enjoying it.

 

Welcome and good start and I think your father would be proud of you.

 

TOOOO Coooool , Welcome Nick just 17A! you cant evern drive in the UK till your 18 and you'v done that, Cool Dude.

 

Here in Texas, there's Jocks, Dopers, and Cowboys/Rednecks. The dopers outnumber everyone else. Glad to see there's at least one good kid left. Nice start on the rod!

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