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Thesilverfox 06-28-2016 06:24 PM

Mike D's 50 pickup build
 
So I figured I'm pretty deep into my build and want to post photos for you guys.
I have a very long way to go but its been fun so far.

Will post comments later on the new components.

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Thesilverfox 06-28-2016 08:54 PM

Re: Mike D's 50 pickup build
 
To explain pics above, I got TCI's Custom front IFS with GM big brakes and Ridetech bags. If you look at the pic of the with the front IFS you'll notice that its fully slammed and there is almost no camber which s pretty sweet. Hard to see in pics but this is really nice stuff. Was kinda drooling when i was opening the boxes.
The rear is TCI 4 link with Ridetech bags. It's going to be mounted to a ford 9 inch. Front and rear suspension will have sway bars.

I am in the process of c notching the rear and installing the fronts. Will completely box the frame with the Tig welder. I have made the decision to Install Billet precision lengend Mag wheels in 20x10 rears with 4 " B/s and 18x7 fronts with 3 1/2" B/S. So will have to shorten the rear axle and frame.

Will set the rear to front rake at 2 degrees. Did mock-up measurments fully slammed, with the wheels selected, floorboards will be approx 2 inches from the ground.

Installing 6L LS LQ4 engine from a 1 ton wrecked chevy express van. Checked out the Con Rod caps and bearing are in great shape. Putting a Comp Cam xtreme tri power plus and will use factory intake manifold and reclamed wiring harness from truck. As a reference, we just put a 62 Apache truck with the same engine camshaft configuration and got almost 400hp at the wheels so that is good enough for me. I have a Dyno at work which is a pretty sweet toy.


The tranny is a 4l80e.

This is the look i'm going for.

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Here's a better pic of the front end.

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mongocanfly 06-28-2016 09:19 PM

Re: Mike D's 50 pickup build
 
Old truck with lots of new parts..hard to go wrong with that..be a good looking ride when done..patina finish?

dug224 06-28-2016 10:42 PM

Re: Mike D's 50 pickup build
 
The fun begins! Will be following along. dug

oldman3 06-28-2016 11:23 PM

Re: Mike D's 50 pickup build
 
I'll tag along, looks good so far and sound like a great build...Jim

SalvagedSouls 06-29-2016 08:58 AM

Re: Mike D's 50 pickup build
 
I'll follow along as well.
-Jonathan-

MIKESAD50 06-29-2016 10:23 AM

Re: Mike D's 50 pickup build
 
I'll be following along, will be a cool truck.
Mike

Thesilverfox 06-30-2016 09:16 PM

Re: Mike D's 50 pickup build
 
Been working on the engine cosmetics for a while now and I think it's an improvement so far. Will let everything dry for a few days then get back to it.

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84blaze 07-01-2016 12:06 AM

Re: Mike D's 50 pickup build
 
Looking good!

Thesilverfox 07-01-2016 09:42 AM

Re: Mike D's 50 pickup build
 
Quote:

Originally Posted by mongocanfly (Post 7638248)
Old truck with lots of new parts..hard to go wrong with that..be a good looking ride when done..patina finish?

Yes, i'm going for the slammed style patina finish. I'll try to keep the exterior and cab interior as original as possible.

joedoh 07-01-2016 02:11 PM

Re: Mike D's 50 pickup build
 
nice clean start!

are you going to use that 47 gmc grille? thats a 1.5 year only piece, and my favorite. I did a 47 gmc last year.

Thesilverfox 07-01-2016 02:58 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by joedoh (Post 7640832)
nice clean start!

are you going to use that 47 gmc grille? thats a 1.5 year only piece, and my favorite. I did a 47 gmc last year.

Thanks, that grille was laying in the box of this truck and the previous owner did not care to keep it. He just gave it to me. Will keep it for a future project. Its got a great patina.
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Thesilverfox 07-01-2016 03:34 PM

Re: Mike D's 50 pickup build
 
This is the look i'm going for
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Also got some fog lights at an estate sale for $5.
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Got a 1956 Oldsmobile hood ornament that I might use.

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And some vintage licence plate holders from my home town.

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mongocanfly 07-01-2016 06:58 PM

Re: Mike D's 50 pickup build
 
Good score on license plate holder...and the grill..you could take the gmc grill and a couple of them yellar lights and make some cool wall art till you get ready to use it..

Thesilverfox 07-06-2016 09:21 PM

Re: Mike D's 50 pickup build
 
Engine pretty much done detailing. Cam should be here in a few days. Got a new timing chain and behive valve springs also. Don't know what size pushrods I need so will install cam first and figure it out. Buddy's got a fancy adjustable pushrod for me to use.

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So finally started the cab, scary stuff in there. It's tough to fix a cab while maintaining that rusty exterior. Anyway this pic is when i was getting started this morning. Made pretty good progress but forgot to take pic.

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Frame is now getting put back together and rear axle width is figured out. Am putting 10" wide tires with 315r35 20" tires. Frame is presently beeing narrowed. Will tub it from the inside. Will post pics soon. All rivets have been removed and nuts welded-in instead. Lots going on this week. Am on holidays.

Got a lot of ol'school hot rodders taking a look at my project and they dont get that Patina lowrider stance i'm going for, lol.

Thesilverfox 07-07-2016 10:44 PM

Re: Mike D's 50 pickup build
 
Cab getting worked on, was in the process of cutting pitted areas when i took picture. Also removed visible pits on top. Sandblasted and rust treated that specific area.
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Here's the frame getting boxed and narrowed.

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Thesilverfox 07-09-2016 11:38 PM

Re: Mike D's 50 pickup build
 
But welded, rust treated and primed inside kick plates today, Makin some progress.

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Thesilverfox 07-12-2016 11:29 PM

finished getting floors in today, woohoo.

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Thesilverfox 07-13-2016 08:12 PM

Re: Mike D's 50 pickup build
 
Got some goodies today.

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Went to a local car show this weekend, saw some cool rides.
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84blaze 07-13-2016 11:31 PM

Re: Mike D's 50 pickup build
 
Right on man everything is looking great! I was in Lethbridge last weekend for the street wheelers weekend. I hope to trailer my 49' to down there to Battle at the Bridge for next years show.

Looking forward to updates.

Thesilverfox 07-17-2016 09:46 PM

Re: Mike D's 50 pickup build
 
Quote:

Originally Posted by 84blaze (Post 7652614)
Right on man everything is looking great! I was in Lethbridge last weekend for the street wheelers weekend. I hope to trailer my 49' to down there to Battle at the Bridge for next years show.

Looking forward to updates.

Sweet, see you then and keep in touch. Don't know if mine will run next year but we'll see.

Buddy was ol'school fusion welding the cab corners for me today. Ohhh yeah.

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Thesilverfox 08-31-2016 07:54 PM

Re: Mike D's 50 pickup build
 
Frame update. Almost complete.

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Flysocal 08-31-2016 11:50 PM

Re: Mike D's 50 pickup build
 
Man that frame is looking really good. Keep up the great work!

Thesilverfox 09-01-2016 08:36 AM

Re: Mike D's 50 pickup build
 
Thanks, it'll be ready for some serious LS power. Next step is to get me some Dutchman 31 spline axles and some rear willwood brakes. Also have the tank and fuel system to mount. Cant wait to get the wheels but am running out of cash so will have to wait a few months. I was checking out Billet specialties and really like the mag series but have found some 20 inch smoothies on their facebook page so will look into that. The axle has been shortened to 50 inches so it will take some 20x10's in the rear. Also the slammed ride height will set the boards 2 inches of the ground without having to raise the box or notch the frame. I also have a rear sway bar in the rear if you can see so it should handle well.

Thesilverfox 09-09-2016 11:22 PM

Re: Mike D's 50 pickup build
 
This weekends goal is to get the cab fitted with the engine and trans. These wheels are just there to move the truck around. Also Got all my rear axle parts coming, should have them late next week. The first thing to hit the ground is the oil pan so gotta get myself a low profile one ASAP.

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Thesilverfox 09-10-2016 12:49 AM

Re: Mike D's 50 pickup build
 
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Thesilverfox 09-11-2016 10:41 PM

Re: Mike D's 50 pickup build
 
Got cab fitted to engine and trans this weekend. Mocked up box to see stance with 305/35r20 tires at ride height.
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Thesilverfox 09-17-2016 03:57 PM

Re: Mike D's 50 pickup build
 
Mocked up 3rd member and disc brakes today. Will have to countersink disc mount holes to fit 1/2" studs. Also am bit concerned about the 18 1/2"floor room between the door and my tunnel cutaway. Not sure where to mount the throttle pedal. I could have cut the tunnel a little narrower but pulling the trans out in the future would have been impractical. It also looks like brake pedal would fit perfectly under the steering column but i dont want to put the booster under the cab.
What do you guys think about throttle pedal position? Not sure what to do here.

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joedoh 09-17-2016 06:03 PM

Re: Mike D's 50 pickup build
 
looks great!

the gas pedal can (and should in my admittedly dim opinion) move outboard of center (away from the trans). the stock location is based on ease of linkage for the stock carb, not by any ergonomics, and the brake/clutch pedal were set for farmers wearing heavy boots. if you plan to center the steering column between the gauges and run a brake booster on the firewall then you will be better off moving it outboard of center because the distance between the stock gas pedal location and the brake pedal will feel miles apart. set the brake pedal first and then set the gas pedal where its comfortable

SSABMUD 09-17-2016 07:32 PM

Re: Mike D's 50 pickup build
 
That rear shock mount is sweet. I may have to copy that.

SSABMUD 09-17-2016 07:41 PM

Re: Mike D's 50 pickup build
 
That rear shock mount is sweet. I may have to copy that.

Thesilverfox 09-17-2016 08:03 PM

Re: Mike D's 50 pickup build
 
Quote:

Originally Posted by joedoh (Post 7716002)
looks great!

the gas pedal can (and should in my admittedly dim opinion) move outboard of center (away from the trans). the stock location is based on ease of linkage for the stock carb, not by any ergonomics, and the brake/clutch pedal were set for farmers wearing heavy boots. if you plan to center the steering column between the gauges and run a brake booster on the firewall then you will be better off moving it outboard of center because the distance between the stock gas pedal location and the brake pedal will feel miles apart. set the brake pedal first and then set the gas pedal where its comfortable

That makes sense. I want to mount the brake on the firewall so I guess it will have to be to the left of the original steering column hole. That will leave a lot of room for the throttle.

Thesilverfox 09-17-2016 08:06 PM

Re: Mike D's 50 pickup build
 
Quote:

Originally Posted by SSABMUD (Post 7716077)
That rear shock mount is sweet. I may have to copy that.

Thanks, its a modifoed version of TCI's 4 link kit. Its just mounted higher so I can have a lower ride height. There are still 3 mounting holes on the diff bracket so I can raise the height if need be. Oh yeah, the box height stays the same too. I can't slam the truck right to the ground but can still go to 3 inches off the ground. I found that to be a good compromise between wicked cool factor and functionality.

STOCKISH 09-18-2016 05:06 AM

Re: Mike D's 50 pickup build
 
Looking really good man, I like the chassis especially!

Thesilverfox 09-18-2016 10:38 AM

Re: Mike D's 50 pickup build
 
Quote:

Originally Posted by STOCKISH (Post 7716436)
Looking really good man, I like the chassis especially!

Was looking at your build thread. Can't believe you built yours from scratch, that's amazing.

MIKESAD50 09-18-2016 10:42 AM

Re: Mike D's 50 pickup build
 
You are building a nice truck, Like it.

SSABMUD 09-28-2016 12:46 AM

Re: Mike D's 50 pickup build
 
I need rear shocks like that. Any idea what Ridetech number they are?

reaper71 09-30-2016 09:02 PM

Re: Mike D's 50 pickup build
 
looking really good.

Mark...

Thesilverfox 09-30-2016 10:14 PM

Re: Mike D's 50 pickup build
 
Quote:

Originally Posted by SSABMUD (Post 7726762)
I need rear shocks like that. Any idea what Ridetech number they are?

Yeah, its the Ridetech 5.2" Stroke HQ series Shockwave.

Thesilverfox 09-30-2016 10:24 PM

Re: Mike D's 50 pickup build
 
Quote:

Originally Posted by reaper71 (Post 7729512)
looking really good.

Mark...

Thanks man.
This weekends plan it to figure out if this 73-87 truck brake pedal asembly fits and rework the transmission tunnel. I'm not happy with my original cut. Am also working with the original wiring harness but will mount a modified fuse panel and TCM on a custom bracket inside the cab. Will kinda build in like a "Painless wiring" fuse box setup. I have a full pallet of warranty Deutch connectors and wiring harnesses from combines and tractors. Did a lot of research this week and figured out where to mount the rear brake lines, hoses and axle breather. Pretty sure where the mufflers are going to go and air tank. Got the lokar floor mount shifter idea semy figured out too.

Am also thinking about headers. Anybody have experience with LS swap headers?


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Also, one of my buddies gave me this gas can thinking it would fit great in the box, I agree.
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