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Yeah it looks like you didn't come out too good on that deal :( It's a good thing you decided to check it out. I've heard that using the 5.565 rods with the 350 pistons leave the pistons down in the hole a ways. Just something to consider if you need to replace some parts. Oh, and there isn't anything wrong with your calipers....those are 1.94 intake valves.....just a set of stock 882's
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With those stock flat top pistons with 76cc heads you will never get 9.5:1 compression.........Just a thought for you.
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Ours has its fair share of bondo too! Looking forward to finished pics of yours! |
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That was the ONLY thing I verified before buying. :lol: |
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well at least u got the right crank
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Update:
Found a LWB stepside box in good condition and set it on the back (my wife likes stepsides more and was excited to see what it would look like). http://i52.photobucket.com/albums/g2...0/DSC_0136.jpg Well, being as ignorant as I could be, I seem to have purchased an 89" bed (pre 60) and I need a 97". http://i52.photobucket.com/albums/g2...0/DSC_0137.jpg :lol: So, I was thinking of either extending the cab or shortening the frame (frame'd be wayyyyy easier) - but I cant find any info on the shorter LWB stepside or its frame. Help? :D |
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Extended Cab is the way to go! :metal:
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I'm not a LWB step truck guy but .... I do think that in this case I too would extend the cab & take some of the front off that bed.
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I don't need much.
I pilfered a chop on the net, and subjected it to my MSpaint skillz... http://i52.photobucket.com/albums/g2...edcab_idea.jpg |
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Update! :D
Between keeping the woodstove hot and making Thanksgiving dinner, I started to tear into the 66. Door off and removing the seat: http://i52.photobucket.com/albums/g2...smDSC_0772.jpg Sweet! Build sheet for my truck! :d: http://i52.photobucket.com/albums/g2...smDSC_0773.jpg Removed the "Bomb" from the passenger area. Fuel tank is getting relocated to the rear of the truck. http://i52.photobucket.com/albums/g2...smDSC_0784.jpg Very surprised to see this much structure left on a 44 y/o truck: http://i52.photobucket.com/albums/g2...smDSC_0785.jpg Note the shiny body-bolt; though it is pretty here, once I removed it, I found that it was "rusted down" to about half its original thickness. **** safety, anyway... http://i52.photobucket.com/albums/g2...smDSC_0786.jpg I really was happy with the floor - but it's hosed @ the door sill area: http://i52.photobucket.com/albums/g2...smDSC_0787.jpg About a 5lb clump of filler schticking the rear of the fender to the bracket. I couldn't get to all the bolts, so I zipped it off. Note: Cutoff wheel + ?? y/o bondo smells like poop. Literally. http://i52.photobucket.com/albums/g2...smDSC_0789.jpg A bit more room to work now... http://i52.photobucket.com/albums/g2...smDSC_0790.jpg Spotwelds marked for drilling, http://i52.photobucket.com/albums/g2...smDSC_0791.jpg Old vs. New http://i52.photobucket.com/albums/g2...smDSC_0793.jpg Inner rocker / floor rot http://i52.photobucket.com/albums/g2...smDSC_0792.jpg Cutting out rotted areas, more damn spotwelds and what-not: http://i52.photobucket.com/albums/g2...smDSC_0795.jpg Where it sits right now. http://i52.photobucket.com/albums/g2...smDSC_0796.jpg I need to get the rear cab corner cut off and see how it looks under the rust - the replacement floor panels I have go from the front cab seam, all the way to the rear cab corner. This side of the truck is awesome, compared to the other side - I may not have to use the full piece. I don't think I'll be so lucky, though. Came to a decision on the bed too: cutting 6" off the rear of the frame allows the bed to "fit" the frame (more or less, LOL) - and the wheels end up being set 3" too far back. Current planned solution is to redo the rear suspension with a 3-link and coilovers to scoot the axle 3" forward. |
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Nice buildup Scot, ans welcome to the site sinse I missed your first login...
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Didn't get as much done as I wanted - had errands to run and I had to take some time to develop a plan on how I will go about replacing the sheet metal - and making a list of more parts to get as I find more rot.
I usually use an insulated mug for this - but, hey - Red Beer! http://i52.photobucket.com/albums/g2...work/DSC_3.jpg Rust cut out so far (doesn't include the piles of scale and grinding on the floor): http://i52.photobucket.com/albums/g2...ork/DSC_10.jpg Hidden sheetmetal that needs replaced (remember me mentioning another parts order?) http://i52.photobucket.com/albums/g2...work/DSC_4.jpg Rear corner cut away and working on separating the floor from the cab support: http://i52.photobucket.com/albums/g2...work/DSC_5.jpg Floor and rockers set in place, waiting for final cut/fit and weld: http://i52.photobucket.com/albums/g2...work/DSC_9.jpg I love cleco fasteners. http://i52.photobucket.com/albums/g2...work/DSC_7.jpg Started taking apart the box to work on banging out the dents and seeing what needs work. This is where I left off last night. http://i52.photobucket.com/albums/g2...ork/DSC_12.jpg Gotta take this afternoon off and go cut and split more wood - it's starting to get cold. :) |
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Well , a nice find...with all the hidden surprises.....gonna look good when done.
Looking for a MIG welder to get the party started - Though some research on the H.A.M.B. led me to THIS. As for the above..I bought one a few yrs ago, think I might have used it twice, it cuts well, but could never get a good bead to run with it, so went back to just using my mig. Hope you have better luck |
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Nice project .... looks like a lot of metal work will be needed. Appears that your up to the task though.
I'll keep watching. Ratty 46 |
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Not much more done, but I did spend some of Saturday night stripping it down.
(yes, those are motorcycles on a shelf in my garage) http://i52.photobucket.com/albums/g2...k/DSC_0774.jpg http://i52.photobucket.com/albums/g2...k/DSC_0773.jpg Driver's side - creative fiberglass work. I'm interested to see what's hidden by this. Thankfully, I have the repair panels for this side too: http://i52.photobucket.com/albums/g2...k/DSC_0776.jpg S-10 T-5: no more granny gear and the overdrive will work nice with my 3.73 rear end: http://i52.photobucket.com/albums/g2...k/DSC_0784.jpg |
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Update:
Transmission coming out soon: http://i52.photobucket.com/albums/g2...k/DSC_0786.jpg Windows out and more stripped off the truck: http://i52.photobucket.com/albums/g2...k/DSC_0785.jpg About half the rot cut out of the driver's side floor: http://i52.photobucket.com/albums/g2...k/DSC_0792.jpg And...this shot is in relief. :D No rust :) http://i52.photobucket.com/albums/g2...k/DSC_0789.jpg Trans coming out through the cab: http://i52.photobucket.com/albums/g2...k/DSC_0794.jpg Sum***** weighs about 200#: http://i52.photobucket.com/albums/g2...k/DSC_0795.jpg Pulling the motor: http://i52.photobucket.com/albums/g2...k/DSC_0799.jpg Hoisting the cab off of the frame: http://i52.photobucket.com/albums/g2...k/DSC_0807.jpg Temporary spot for the cab: http://i52.photobucket.com/albums/g2...k/DSC_0808.jpg Bed off, International Scout II tank to replace the bomb in the cab: http://i52.photobucket.com/albums/g2...k/DSC_0813.jpg Bed up on end, determining centerline of frame: http://i52.photobucket.com/albums/g2...k/DSC_0816.jpg Front end is off 1.25" to the passenger side: http://i52.photobucket.com/albums/g2...k/DSC_0819.jpg Now to see if I can straighten the frame myself, or if I should take it somewhere.... |
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Holy crap, that frame is way off. Too bad you were'nt closer to Oregon, the last frame I had went to the scrap yard because no one wants them here.
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I can't find one closer than a 4 hour drive, and it's $400 (though looks to be in nice shape). Just called around to some frame shops and have gotten rough estimates of $600 - $800 to fix this one. I'm trying to find out if I find a SWB frame - if I can add some more on the back to make it fit mine. :lol: |
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No pictures for this update;
The bare frame is now on the garage floor - I cut off / unbolted the F&R suspensions last night. Did I ever mention how the quality of one's life (in the garage) is directly proportional to the amount of correct tools are on hand for a project? Not to mention, a fridge full 'o PBR. I need to call around and start pricing steel today. I decided to just build my own frame to replace this one. |
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Great start to a cool build. Keep the pics and progress coming.
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Okay, full custom frame idea has been jettisoned in favor of a "new" 1964 rolling chassis I found.
Here's the donor: http://i52.photobucket.com/albums/g2...k/S6300968.jpg |
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