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Kabwe · 01-14-2009, 02:07 PM

Looking good man.

CAL 58 GMC · 01-15-2009, 12:14 PM

The seats look like a good fit. Keep up the good work, in the end all your hard work will be worth it!

4DSEVEN · 01-17-2009, 08:03 AM

Coming together real nice, congrats!

50adrod · 01-18-2009, 12:40 PM

more progress, I have the wheels and tires on, the new wood bed is also in. and new rod doors interior. I have also decide on the main color. all parts fitted now it all comes back apart for final bodywork.

Boyd smoothies 17x10 with 315/35/17's rear and 17x8 with 285/17's front

rears are 12.5 inches wide

new rod door panels I also have the matching headliner all to be covered in grey leather.

new oak bed

color for the bottom of the two tone, dark cherry pearl. the top will be a light tan gold color, still undecided on the exact color.

mx6262 · 01-19-2009, 10:30 PM

I hate to ask this, but I see these trucks refered to as "AD" can some one tell me what that means....I've never saw this till now..

50adrod · 01-19-2009, 10:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mx6262

I hate to ask this, but I see these trucks refered to as "AD" can some one tell me what that means....I've never saw this till now..

AD= advanced design

mx6262 · 01-19-2009, 10:50 PM

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Originally Posted by 50adrod

AD= advanced design

Duh....

I though it had something to do with the year or style..

OrrieG · 01-20-2009, 01:59 AM

It does, Chevy called the 47-55 first series their Advanced Design in the advertising campaigns. 55 second to 59 were the Task Force models, sometimes abbreviated as TF here. Jim Carter Classic parts has a write up about it in the front of their catalog.

50adrod · 01-28-2009, 09:13 PM

this weekend I finished locating and welding in the engine and trans. also cut the hole in the floor for the frame mounted master cyl and mounted the steering column. also made a cardboard mockup console just to see how everything will fit.
it will be tight with the *****in products inner fenders but it fits. now it comes out for a cam install, I am also going to base/clear the engine to match the truck

I dont care for the wood grain on the wheel, so I will paint it the body color.
the gas pedal is from a C5 corvette and the shifter isfrom a 2008 mustang GT

mylow53 · 01-28-2009, 10:11 PM

so what's the call on the tubs? a friend told me most of the clearance issues will be when one wheel is higher than the other and the top of the highest wheel rubs...
GT

solidaxel · 01-28-2009, 11:55 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mylow53

so what's the call on the tubs? a friend told me most of the clearance issues will be when one wheel is higher than the other and the top of the highest wheel rubs...
GT

When I put the rear sway bar on it cured a lot of the tire rub on the bed sides.

50adrod · 01-29-2009, 01:35 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mylow53

so what's the call on the tubs? a friend told me most of the clearance issues will be when one wheel is higher than the other and the top of the highest wheel rubs...
GT

I have about 1/4 inch clearance to the inner fender, I think I will use a 1/4 inch wheel spacer to give me 1/2 inch clearance. my moser axles have screw in studs so that should be ok. I had not thought about a rear sway bar but that is a good idea.

ratrodmiller · 05-16-2009, 05:09 PM

have you figured out the way to adapt the power steering from the 5.3 to your power rack? post some pic please.
truck looks awesome keep pics coming

50adrod · 05-17-2009, 12:53 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ratrodmiller

have you figured out the way to adapt the power steering from the 5.3 to your power rack? post some pic please.
truck looks awesome keep pics coming

not just yet but it should not be too hard. I am going to make up my lines, also I need to reduce the pressure going to the ford rack. they make adjustable regulators, but I am exploring options on reducing the pressure at the pump outlet. I will post pics when finished

hvychve · 05-17-2009, 01:41 AM

man, got me thinking of a new project, thanks alot buddy, I want to build a 50 now, no thanks to yours looking so sweet...... good job

50adrod · 05-17-2009, 10:36 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by hvychve

man, got me thinking of a new project, thanks alot buddy, I want to build a 50 now, no thanks to yours looking so sweet...... good job

thanks for the kind words, glad I could help

TK56 · 07-04-2009, 12:40 PM

yur truck is looking great ! love the firewall ! the 5.3 vortec is going to be a sweet setup

thinking about ordering one from direct sheetmetal .com
whats the set back on yurs, 1 1/2" ??

50adrod · 07-04-2009, 02:52 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TK56

yur truck is looking great ! love the firewall ! the 5.3 vortec is going to be a sweet setup

thinking about ordering one from direct sheetmetal .com
whats the set back on yurs, 1 1/2" ??

thanks, mine is from *****in Products it is a 3 inch setback

TK56 · 07-04-2009, 07:41 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 50adrod

thanks, mine is from *****in Products it is a 3 inch setback

found one with a 4 inch setback looks similar to yurs at direct sheetmetal .com

they want $402
it comes with the lip on there but im going to end up shaving it off

hopefully i can find one for less

1950 GMC · 07-06-2009, 02:25 AM

I was wondering if those rear fenders were also from verdine performance products on ebay? I have seen there products on ebay I was just wondering how is the quality? Are there fenders and dash easy to install? Your truck looks great and man am I motivated to start my project after looking at yours. Keep up the good work and keep the pictures coming. Thanks.

50adrod · 07-06-2009, 06:23 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 1950 GMC

I was wondering if those rear fenders were also from verdine performance products on ebay? I have seen there products on ebay I was just wondering how is the quality? Are there fenders and dash easy to install? Your truck looks great and man am I motivated to start my project after looking at yours. Keep up the good work and keep the pictures coming. Thanks.

yes they are, the fit and quality is good and you can't beat the price. install was not difficult. thanks for the compliment. I have not worked on it in a while but will start back soon and the pics will come. post pics of your project and progress.

ChuckDriver · 07-06-2009, 07:06 AM

You've done some very nice work, truck looks great! How's the paint coming? Also, did you adapt the factory harness for the motor/trans or use a custom one?? Thanks!!

50adrod · 07-06-2009, 07:50 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ChuckDriver

You've done some very nice work, truck looks great! How's the paint coming? Also, did you adapt the factory harness for the motor/trans or use a custom one?? Thanks!!

thanks, I used the factory harness and had it reworked for stand alone. I am a while from the paint stage, that is one of the last steps for me. I hope to have it on the road in the early spring at the latest.

1950 GMC · 07-08-2009, 07:37 AM

Alright I posted my pics and boy do I have a lot of work ahead of me. How hard was it to line up your running boards to the rear fenders since they are wider? Also do you know if there is any weight difference between the steel and fiberglass body parts? I would think so but I'm not the smartest guy around. Thanks for the help and quick responses.

**JML55** · 07-13-2009, 07:57 AM

What is the engine cover out off? Have you figured what you going to use for the upper rad hose?

Thanks, JML55

01-14-2009, 02:07 PM	#76
Kabwe Certified Car Nut Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Inglewood, California Posts: 3,118	Re: 1950 project Looking good man.

01-15-2009, 12:14 PM	#77
CAL 58 GMC Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Clovis Ca. Posts: 3,311	Re: 1950 project The seats look like a good fit. Keep up the good work, in the end all your hard work will be worth it! __________________ Classic Trucks Link http://www.classictrucks.com/feature...uck/index.html 1958 GMC.Project Build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=162816 1966 Chevelle Build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=443576 Video http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=prrNKo8F7Zw#GU5U2spHI_4

01-17-2009, 08:03 AM	#78
4DSEVEN Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Ontario Canada Posts: 239	Re: 1950 project Coming together real nice, congrats!

01-18-2009, 12:40 PM	#79
50adrod Registered User Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Louisiana Posts: 493	update 1/18 new parts more progress, I have the wheels and tires on, the new wood bed is also in. and new rod doors interior. I have also decide on the main color. all parts fitted now it all comes back apart for final bodywork. Boyd smoothies 17x10 with 315/35/17's rear and 17x8 with 285/17's front rears are 12.5 inches wide new rod door panels I also have the matching headliner all to be covered in grey leather. new oak bed color for the bottom of the two tone, dark cherry pearl. the top will be a light tan gold color, still undecided on the exact color. __________________ 1971 Corvette convertible 454@ 525 hp 1936 Chevy Truck street rod 1952 Chevy truck hot rod build http://www.killbillet.com/showthread...2-Chevy-Cut-up 1964 F 100 custom street rod http://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/12...mark-viii.html 1950 custom Chevy Truck

01-19-2009, 10:30 PM	#80
mx6262 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Cornelius, North Carolina Posts: 59	Re: 1950 project I hate to ask this, but I see these trucks refered to as "AD" can some one tell me what that means....I've never saw this till now..

01-20-2009, 01:59 AM	#83
OrrieG Registered User Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Idaho Posts: 8,800	Re: 1950 project It does, Chevy called the 47-55 first series their Advanced Design in the advertising campaigns. 55 second to 59 were the Task Force models, sometimes abbreviated as TF here. Jim Carter Classic parts has a write up about it in the front of their catalog. __________________ 1959 Chevy Short Fleetside w/ 74 4WD drive train (current project) OrrieG Build Thread 1964 Chevelle Malibu w/ 355-350TH (daily driver) Helpful AD and TF Manual Site Old Car Manual Project Last edited by OrrieG; 01-20-2009 at 02:00 AM.

01-28-2009, 09:13 PM	#84
50adrod Registered User Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Louisiana Posts: 493	a little more progress this weekend I finished locating and welding in the engine and trans. also cut the hole in the floor for the frame mounted master cyl and mounted the steering column. also made a cardboard mockup console just to see how everything will fit. it will be tight with the *****in products inner fenders but it fits. now it comes out for a cam install, I am also going to base/clear the engine to match the truck I dont care for the wood grain on the wheel, so I will paint it the body color. the gas pedal is from a C5 corvette and the shifter isfrom a 2008 mustang GT __________________ 1971 Corvette convertible 454@ 525 hp 1936 Chevy Truck street rod 1952 Chevy truck hot rod build http://www.killbillet.com/showthread...2-Chevy-Cut-up 1964 F 100 custom street rod http://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/12...mark-viii.html 1950 custom Chevy Truck

01-28-2009, 10:11 PM	#85
mylow53 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: thousand oaks, California Posts: 732	Re: 1950 project so what's the call on the tubs? a friend told me most of the clearance issues will be when one wheel is higher than the other and the top of the highest wheel rubs... GT __________________ Greg 1953 chevy 1/2 ton 5 window, chevy 350 330 horse 700r tranz, lowering spindels mustang 2 frount. ford 9", airbags on 4 corners . purchased in 1983 for $325 while in high school http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=215079&page=5

05-16-2009, 05:09 PM	#88
ratrodmiller Registered User Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: plain dealing,la Posts: 190	Re: 1950 project have you figured out the way to adapt the power steering from the 5.3 to your power rack? post some pic please. truck looks awesome keep pics coming Last edited by ratrodmiller; 05-16-2009 at 05:12 PM.

05-17-2009, 01:41 AM	#90
hvychve To The Levy Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: california Posts: 391	Re: 1950 project man, got me thinking of a new project, thanks alot buddy, I want to build a 50 now, no thanks to yours looking so sweet...... good job

07-04-2009, 12:40 PM	#92
TK56 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Stockton, CA Posts: 12	Re: 1950 project yur truck is looking great ! love the firewall ! the 5.3 vortec is going to be a sweet setup thinking about ordering one from direct sheetmetal .com whats the set back on yurs, 1 1/2" ?? Last edited by TK56; 07-04-2009 at 12:44 PM.

07-06-2009, 02:25 AM	#95
1950 GMC Registered User Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Bakersfield CA Posts: 113	Re: 1950 project I was wondering if those rear fenders were also from verdine performance products on ebay? I have seen there products on ebay I was just wondering how is the quality? Are there fenders and dash easy to install? Your truck looks great and man am I motivated to start my project after looking at yours. Keep up the good work and keep the pictures coming. Thanks. __________________ _____________________________________________ Thanks, Garrett My 1950 GMC Build Thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=351867 My 1950 GMC Photobucket Account: http://s565.photobucket.com/albums/ss95/1950GMC/

07-06-2009, 07:06 AM	#97
ChuckDriver A320 Pilot/USAF Retired Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Charleston, SC Posts: 2,622	Re: 1950 project You've done some very nice work, truck looks great! How's the paint coming? Also, did you adapt the factory harness for the motor/trans or use a custom one?? Thanks!! __________________ JJ My 1957 build: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=334552 http://www.trifive.com/forums/showthread.php?t=22037 Instagram - Chuckdriver57

07-08-2009, 07:37 AM	#99
1950 GMC Registered User Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Bakersfield CA Posts: 113	Re: 1950 project Alright I posted my pics and boy do I have a lot of work ahead of me. How hard was it to line up your running boards to the rear fenders since they are wider? Also do you know if there is any weight difference between the steel and fiberglass body parts? I would think so but I'm not the smartest guy around. Thanks for the help and quick responses. __________________ _____________________________________________ Thanks, Garrett My 1950 GMC Build Thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=351867 My 1950 GMC Photobucket Account: http://s565.photobucket.com/albums/ss95/1950GMC/

07-13-2009, 07:57 AM	#100
JML55 Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Fannystelle, Manitoba, Canada Posts: 849	Re: 1950 project What is the engine cover out off? Have you figured what you going to use for the upper rad hose? Thanks, JML55 __________________ Jean-Marc Lacasse 57 GMC 55 GMC 55 Belair 99 S10 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=316140 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=806011



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