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Progress looks great!!!

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any new progress on this amazing build :chevy:

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Yeah, I'm just slow about posting.....got some work done on the bed floor framework, made an adapter plate to mount the hydraboost on the firewall, and got my seats. I'll post some pics by the end of the weekend.....promise :)

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Hey Mechanic77. Nice! Where did you get the parts and design for the watts link? Did you just buy parts or a kit? I have been going with a panhard but like the watts as well. Dilemma?

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Thanks! I fabbed everything except the links themselves, they're teflon lined 5/8" rod ends and aluminum links from Speedwaymotors....the center pivot and frame mounting plate are made out of 1/2" plate that I had my buddy cut on a cnc plasma table and another friend machine the pivot to accept a couple of common sealed bearings.....if you need any close-up pics of the setup, let me know :)

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Thanks for the info. Was planning a panhard but your watts is NICE. Dont have a friend to build the propeller though.

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No problem....and I know I'm very lucky to know the right people.....it's not always what you know, but who you know ;)

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Here's an update for everyone.....

Fuel tank is done other than leak checking, polishing, and final assembly.....and I haven't drilled mounting holes in the frame yet....

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Bed floor frame work is almost done....just need to do the center bed mounts and a couple more tubes.....

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....and the rear tubs will get widened roughly 3"

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I also bought a steering wheel and my seats :)

Lecarra Mark 4 three spoke billet wheel with black leather wrap
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Corbeau FX1 in black cloth
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I'm just waiting on my buddy to cut my seat brackets....out of stainless steel ;)

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.....and I got an adapter plate fabbed up for mounting my hydraboost

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That's all I've got for now :smoke:

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You are a true artist. Very nicely done.

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Nice! What hydroboost did u use and what pedal setup are you going to use.

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Thanks man! I've never considered myself an artist, but I suppose everyone is artistic in their own way :)

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Thanks!....the hydraboost was an ebay score, I believe it's from an Astro van.....as far as the pedal goes, I'm going to use the stock pedal....with some mods of course ;)

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Awesome Fab skills I'm subscribed...Vernski :sumo:

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Nice work. Truck looks great.

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A buddy of mine just showed me this build. While I don't know how I managed to overlook this thread before, I know that I want to see it all come together. Very cool work so far, and a lot of good ideas put to use. I'm in :)

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Thanks guys, I'm anxious to get it done too ;)

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boy that bed is really the perfect length. I wasnt a big believer when you told me about it but consider me converted.

and you guys calling andy an artist should see his bike, thoughtful and completely tasteful updates. most will just throw whatever is popular at their rides but these are real groundbreaking mods going on here.

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Thanks joedoh! I just hope it turns out as well as it looks in my head :)

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Congrats on the nice build thread ..

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Great progress! Very cool to see the high-bolstered seats in a classic, ready to carve the corners with ya!

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Is it time for an update yet???????

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Holiday update request.

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Wow, hard to believe it's been 3 months since I posted an update.....

I have done some work on her, and I'll post an update soon......I promise :)

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Awesome looking ride can't wait to see it driving!

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subscribed!

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Nice build......like your work:

I know what it's like when people ask for a update....lol....i spend more time taking pictures and trying to remember to do updates then i do pulling wrench...lol

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I was building a '69 Charger Pro Touring with coil overs and a 4 link..ran into some issues with life and had to put it on hold. I have tons of parts, just need to get off my butt too!

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Thanks guys! I've been slacking on the updates.....and on the truck for that matter ;)

Here's a few pics I took a while back when I was cleaning shop (and it was nice outside)

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I'll post some more pics of the little progress I have made in the next couple of days. :chevy:

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nothing like a bright and sunny pic to take the chill and blue off of winter

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Awesome build!!! Can't wait to see it come together!

Chris

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Alright, some update pics.....as promised ;)

Rear wheel tubs widened 3", I haven't finished trimming the edges yet.....
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The stainless steel air tank I've been working on (off and on.....)
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I got my Vintage Air HVAC unit mounted (Compac)
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Vintage Air control panel roughly mocked up.....may or may not use it
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....and I got the air pressure gauges mounted in the dash
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Stainless seat brackets I'm working on......I'll post up pics when they're done :)
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And the tilt steering column from out of my old '84 C10 that I shortened 3.5", removed the shifter and lock cylinder, and moved the dimmer switch (sorry about the crappy pic)
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closeup of the dimmerswitch and re-routed/re-bent push rod
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bottom of the column also showing my prop-valve mounting and new master cylinder ;)
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That's all for now :ito:

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How hard was that vinage air to put in? I am assuming it is heat and AC...?

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Looking great! Keep it up.
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:metal:WOW! looks awesome!