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Daniel U · 02-22-2007, 05:41 PM

Here's a bit of history of my mom's '54 Chevy truck in relation to my '54. When I bought my '54, I had no idea that my mom was so fond of it. Sure, she told me she liked it and even taught me how to drive (I was 16 at the time) with the manual trans. I also didn't know she liked the long bed. Even more, I didn't know she'd ever buy one for herself and want to restore it. So when she bought a short bed '54 and asked me what I did with my long bed chassis I about choked. I had cut it in half to make a trailor. So the search was on for an Advance Design longbed chassis. As of now we may have found one in the Sacremento area. I traded her bed sides, so no worries there. I also traded her my grill for her's as I wanted a chrome one and my original didn't lend itself to that. She'll be using the carbed 305 from my '84 Camaro and a 700R4 trans with a 10 bolt rear. She's going to be going for a different look than I am planning on, but it should be a clean driver for her. Well here's a few pics of her "rough" start. My brother will be doing most of the work ( BTW, no start date set as of yet) and I'll be docummenting it for her as she's not "comfortable" with forums. Enjoy!

Kabwe · 02-22-2007, 06:57 PM

So its all in the family huh? That's really cool

Daniel U · 02-22-2007, 08:52 PM

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Originally Posted by Kabwe

So its all in the family huh? That's really cool

Yeah, this shot was at my brother's place the day I traded her bed sides and grill. My brother's got a few projects himself. I guess he'll be going to get the chassis this weekend.

Daniel U · 04-03-2007, 01:40 AM

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Originally Posted by Kabwe

So its all in the family huh? That's really cool

My brother just got a 50 GMC truck last week. He'll be joinng the site soon.

CAL 58 GMC · 02-22-2007, 08:39 PM

Wow, I wish my Mom was into classic trucks. That's really COOL!!

Igotachevyor2 · 02-22-2007, 09:21 PM

cool

BUXMAN66 · 02-24-2007, 11:49 PM

that's pretty cool !

keep us posted to the progress!!

Jebb1978 · 02-25-2007, 09:28 AM

Cool story, I will watch for progress.

**Hart_Rod** · 02-25-2007, 11:20 AM

That's awesome, Daniel. My dad passed the "old car bug" to me and I hope to pass it on to my children.

Daniel U · 02-28-2007, 05:13 PM

UPDATE:The longbed chassis for mom's '54 is being sand blasted this week. Pics to fallow....

52streetrod · 02-28-2007, 08:20 PM

cool... cant wait to see the build

Daniel U · 03-02-2007, 12:10 PM

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Originally Posted by Hart_Rod

That's awesome, Daniel. My dad passed the "old car bug" to me and I hope to pass it on to my children.

My dad did the same for me and my brother when we restored his original owner '68 Plymouth Road Runner. I've always been a Chevrolet guy though? Anyways, I hope to pass it on to my son.

Daniel U · 03-03-2007, 03:48 PM

My brother/father ordered the Must.II front end yesterday for my mom's '54! Pics ASAP.

84 400 · 03-03-2007, 07:27 PM

wow nice progress. So is it going for a long bed street llok?? sounds really neat!

Daniel U · 03-04-2007, 09:48 PM

My mom likes the look and stance of the 3/4 ton longbed, so there will be plenty of room for wheel travel, lol. It will have an updated feel to it without the solid front axle, and stop better with 4 wheel disc. She just wants a clean driver. She's selling her Caddillac when it's finished.

84 400 · 03-05-2007, 02:40 AM

WOw good luck and it sounds like a meanningful project

Daniel U · 03-19-2007, 09:07 PM

My brother stopped by my place today with my mom's '54 sitting on the longbed chassis she wants. He installs the Must. II front this weekend. Here's a few pics:
Front end:

and this is the most rust damage inside(Pass. side floor pan) After reviewing the pictures, it looks like there will be a bunch of bondo and rust to remove.
Enjoy! Daniel U

solidaxel · 03-20-2007, 11:58 AM

I could sure use some measurments from your cab firewall to the front of the frame horns, and a second one from the bottom of the firewall, at the toe board at the frame to the front of the frame horns.
I am trying to place the engine mounts on the frame without the cab in place, and yours is where mine would be if I had the cab removed from my running truck!

Daniel U · 03-20-2007, 03:43 PM

I'll measure on Sunday when the welding is finished. They put the cab on for a second measurement. I'll get back to you then.

solidaxel · 03-21-2007, 12:48 AM

Thank You, when ever you get around to it !!

Daniel U · 03-24-2007, 02:11 PM

A few teaser pics until it's all welded in:

Long bed box

Factory(ish) running hieght

9 bolt Borg Warner 3.27 rear w/posi & disc.

Front end shot
I'll get those measurements as soon as it's welded in all the way. Right now it's just tacked up for mock up. It should roll out Sun. night on 4 wheels

**Hart_Rod** · 04-03-2007, 08:09 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Daniel U

A few teaser pics until it's all welded in:

9 bolt Borg Warner 3.27 rear w/posi & disc.

That's the rearend I have in my 48. It works great, although new gears are a little pricey.

Daniel U · 04-03-2007, 12:30 PM

Yeah, the 9 bolt rears were built in Australia. She(mom) is fine with the gear ratio of 3.27, so the inside wont be messed with too much. They seem to be in good shape. The brakes will need lots of work, but we new that. Not bad for $200.00 though. GM said the 9 bolt rears were supposed to handle up to 300 hp. The H.O. 305 she's going to be using out of my '84 Z/28 wont ever make that much hp. Though it will be a big step up from the factory inline 6.

Sweet&LowPro55 · 04-03-2007, 12:35 PM

..Thats a great story !! keep up the good work & keep us posted...

pgf545 · 04-08-2007, 07:12 PM

Daniel, is that the CPP leaf spring setup? It looks like the one I put on my dad's truck. He was looking for a more level ride height and that looks exactly what he is looking for. Looks like you are making more progress than I am though. Hopefully I can get down there next weekend and weld the floor in. Keep posting progress to keep my butt moving...lol.

Bernie

02-22-2007, 05:41 PM	#1
Daniel U Registered User Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Central Coast, CA. Posts: 1,202	Mom's '54 project build thread Here's a bit of history of my mom's '54 Chevy truck in relation to my '54. When I bought my '54, I had no idea that my mom was so fond of it. Sure, she told me she liked it and even taught me how to drive (I was 16 at the time) with the manual trans. I also didn't know she liked the long bed. Even more, I didn't know she'd ever buy one for herself and want to restore it. So when she bought a short bed '54 and asked me what I did with my long bed chassis I about choked. I had cut it in half to make a trailor. So the search was on for an Advance Design longbed chassis. As of now we may have found one in the Sacremento area. I traded her bed sides, so no worries there. I also traded her my grill for her's as I wanted a chrome one and my original didn't lend itself to that. She'll be using the carbed 305 from my '84 Camaro and a 700R4 trans with a 10 bolt rear. She's going to be going for a different look than I am planning on, but it should be a clean driver for her. Well here's a few pics of her "rough" start. My brother will be doing most of the work ( BTW, no start date set as of yet) and I'll be docummenting it for her as she's not "comfortable" with forums. Enjoy! __________________ Mom's 1954 (TBI 5.7/700R4/14 bolt 4:10) 5 Chevrolet window 3/4 ton long bed Pick up build thread ->http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=228674 My 1954 (TPI 5.7/700R4/10 bolt 3:73) Chevrolet 5 window 1/2 ton short bed Pick up build thread->http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...3&goto=newpost 1960 (400/T350/?) Apache 10 short/fleet side-big window 1973 (TPI 5.7/700R4/14 bolt 4:10 w DANA 60 front) Chevrolet Cheyenne 4X4 2013 (Vortec 5.3/6-speed 6L90 automatic) Sierra LT CREW CAB Doing my part to warm the globe Last edited by Daniel U; 02-22-2007 at 09:07 PM.

02-22-2007, 06:57 PM	#2
Kabwe Certified Car Nut Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Inglewood, California Posts: 3,118	Re: Mom's '54 project build thread So its all in the family huh? That's really cool Last edited by Kabwe; 02-22-2007 at 06:58 PM.

02-22-2007, 08:39 PM	#5
CAL 58 GMC Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Clovis Ca. Posts: 3,311	Re: Mom's '54 project build thread Wow, I wish my Mom was into classic trucks. That's really COOL!! __________________ 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

02-22-2007, 09:21 PM	#6
Igotachevyor2 Apache Club Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Goodlettsville,Tn. Posts: 1,294	Re: Mom's '54 project build thread cool __________________ 58 CHEVY APACHE I 74 CHEVY C-10 I 78 K-10 donor truck I 89 SONOMA My Trucks Apache Sitting Idle MySpace Project Dad's Truck (74 C-10 to K-10 conversion) .

02-24-2007, 11:49 PM	#7
BUXMAN66 go bucks! Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: MIAMISBURG OHIO USA Posts: 803	Re: Mom's '54 project build thread that's pretty cool ! keep us posted to the progress!! __________________ '68 swb 1/2t 350/350th '86 lngbd 3/4 TON parts getter '49 gmc 1/2 t 5 window 350/350th '96 gmc sonoma sle ext-cab. hey it's a 4cyl. 5 spd and good on gas y'know?

02-25-2007, 09:28 AM	#8
Jebb1978 Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Mesa,Az Posts: 3,713	Re: Mom's '54 project build thread Cool story, I will watch for progress. __________________ 1959 GMC project

02-25-2007, 11:20 AM	#9
Hart_Rod ************* Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Pensacola, FL Posts: 17,827	Re: Mom's '54 project build thread That's awesome, Daniel. My dad passed the "old car bug" to me and I hope to pass it on to my children. __________________ Rob - https://www.instagram.com/hart_rod_c10 As Iron Sharpens Iron, So One Man Sharpens Another. Proverbs 27:17 FOR SALE: DBW pedal bracket - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=651123 FOR SALE: Hood Brackets http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=679945 1987 Silverado SWB - 34.5K original miles http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=801834 1969 SuperBurb - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=200387 1968 Farm truck - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=358692 1968 SWB - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=551258 1948 Chevy - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=122164&page=3

02-28-2007, 05:13 PM	#10
Daniel U Registered User Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Central Coast, CA. Posts: 1,202	Re: Mom's '54 project build thread UPDATE:The longbed chassis for mom's '54 is being sand blasted this week. Pics to fallow.... __________________ Mom's 1954 (TBI 5.7/700R4/14 bolt 4:10) 5 Chevrolet window 3/4 ton long bed Pick up build thread ->http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=228674 My 1954 (TPI 5.7/700R4/10 bolt 3:73) Chevrolet 5 window 1/2 ton short bed Pick up build thread->http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...3&goto=newpost 1960 (400/T350/?) Apache 10 short/fleet side-big window 1973 (TPI 5.7/700R4/14 bolt 4:10 w DANA 60 front) Chevrolet Cheyenne 4X4 2013 (Vortec 5.3/6-speed 6L90 automatic) Sierra LT CREW CAB Doing my part to warm the globe

02-28-2007, 08:20 PM	#11
52streetrod Registered User Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Ft. Lewis Posts: 38	Re: Mom's '54 project build thread cool... cant wait to see the build

03-03-2007, 03:48 PM	#13
Daniel U Registered User Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Central Coast, CA. Posts: 1,202	Re: Mom's '54 project build thread My brother/father ordered the Must.II front end yesterday for my mom's '54! Pics ASAP. __________________ Mom's 1954 (TBI 5.7/700R4/14 bolt 4:10) 5 Chevrolet window 3/4 ton long bed Pick up build thread ->http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=228674 My 1954 (TPI 5.7/700R4/10 bolt 3:73) Chevrolet 5 window 1/2 ton short bed Pick up build thread->http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...3&goto=newpost 1960 (400/T350/?) Apache 10 short/fleet side-big window 1973 (TPI 5.7/700R4/14 bolt 4:10 w DANA 60 front) Chevrolet Cheyenne 4X4 2013 (Vortec 5.3/6-speed 6L90 automatic) Sierra LT CREW CAB Doing my part to warm the globe

03-03-2007, 07:27 PM	#14
84 400 Sb 400 club Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: NH / MA Posts: 2,741	Re: Mom's '54 project build thread wow nice progress. So is it going for a long bed street llok?? sounds really neat! __________________ 1984 chevy c10, built 400sb,.(SOLD) 77 K10 Project / daily driver "The Grinch" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=318363 1956 Willys Wagon (327 chevy) Project (Now Buick 225) 1980 Corvette L-48 4 speed 1992 Mustang GT built 5.0 5 speed 1985 C10 LWB Sold 1982 K10 SWB plow truck Parted out 1986 D30 M1028 fire brush truck Parted out

03-04-2007, 09:48 PM	#15
Daniel U Registered User Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Central Coast, CA. Posts: 1,202	Re: Mom's '54 project build thread My mom likes the look and stance of the 3/4 ton longbed, so there will be plenty of room for wheel travel, lol. It will have an updated feel to it without the solid front axle, and stop better with 4 wheel disc. She just wants a clean driver. She's selling her Caddillac when it's finished. __________________ Mom's 1954 (TBI 5.7/700R4/14 bolt 4:10) 5 Chevrolet window 3/4 ton long bed Pick up build thread ->http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=228674 My 1954 (TPI 5.7/700R4/10 bolt 3:73) Chevrolet 5 window 1/2 ton short bed Pick up build thread->http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...3&goto=newpost 1960 (400/T350/?) Apache 10 short/fleet side-big window 1973 (TPI 5.7/700R4/14 bolt 4:10 w DANA 60 front) Chevrolet Cheyenne 4X4 2013 (Vortec 5.3/6-speed 6L90 automatic) Sierra LT CREW CAB Doing my part to warm the globe

03-05-2007, 02:40 AM	#16
84 400 Sb 400 club Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: NH / MA Posts: 2,741	Re: Mom's '54 project build thread WOw good luck and it sounds like a meanningful project __________________ 1984 chevy c10, built 400sb,.(SOLD) 77 K10 Project / daily driver "The Grinch" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=318363 1956 Willys Wagon (327 chevy) Project (Now Buick 225) 1980 Corvette L-48 4 speed 1992 Mustang GT built 5.0 5 speed 1985 C10 LWB Sold 1982 K10 SWB plow truck Parted out 1986 D30 M1028 fire brush truck Parted out

03-19-2007, 09:07 PM	#17
Daniel U Registered User Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Central Coast, CA. Posts: 1,202	Re: Mom's '54 project build thread My brother stopped by my place today with my mom's '54 sitting on the longbed chassis she wants. He installs the Must. II front this weekend. Here's a few pics: Front end: and this is the most rust damage inside(Pass. side floor pan) After reviewing the pictures, it looks like there will be a bunch of bondo and rust to remove. Enjoy! Daniel U __________________ Mom's 1954 (TBI 5.7/700R4/14 bolt 4:10) 5 Chevrolet window 3/4 ton long bed Pick up build thread ->http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=228674 My 1954 (TPI 5.7/700R4/10 bolt 3:73) Chevrolet 5 window 1/2 ton short bed Pick up build thread->http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...3&goto=newpost 1960 (400/T350/?) Apache 10 short/fleet side-big window 1973 (TPI 5.7/700R4/14 bolt 4:10 w DANA 60 front) Chevrolet Cheyenne 4X4 2013 (Vortec 5.3/6-speed 6L90 automatic) Sierra LT CREW CAB Doing my part to warm the globe Last edited by Daniel U; 03-20-2007 at 01:52 AM.

03-20-2007, 11:58 AM	#18
solidaxel Registered User Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Cactus Patch So. Az Posts: 4,749	Re: Mom's '54 project build thread I could sure use some measurments from your cab firewall to the front of the frame horns, and a second one from the bottom of the firewall, at the toe board at the frame to the front of the frame horns. I am trying to place the engine mounts on the frame without the cab in place, and yours is where mine would be if I had the cab removed from my running truck! Attached Images __________________ 53 TuTone Extended Cab 350 4-Spd 3:08 (SOLD) 53 Chevy Moldy pearl green ZZ-4 4L60E 9" 3:25 55 GMC 1st Black Mll (ZZ4) ZZ6 TKO 600 5 sp 3:73 62 Solidaxle Corvette Roman Red (327 340hp 4spd 3:36) C4 & C5 suspension tube chassis LS 3 4L70E 65 Corvette Coupe 327 350hp 4spd 4:11 78 Black Silverado SWB (350/350) 5.3 & 4L60E 3:42 2000 S-Type 3.0 (wife cruiser) 2003 GMC SCSB 5.3 4L60E 3:42



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03-20-2007, 03:43 PM	#19
Daniel U Registered User Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Central Coast, CA. Posts: 1,202	Re: Mom's '54 project build thread I'll measure on Sunday when the welding is finished. They put the cab on for a second measurement. I'll get back to you then. __________________ Mom's 1954 (TBI 5.7/700R4/14 bolt 4:10) 5 Chevrolet window 3/4 ton long bed Pick up build thread ->http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=228674 My 1954 (TPI 5.7/700R4/10 bolt 3:73) Chevrolet 5 window 1/2 ton short bed Pick up build thread->http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...3&goto=newpost 1960 (400/T350/?) Apache 10 short/fleet side-big window 1973 (TPI 5.7/700R4/14 bolt 4:10 w DANA 60 front) Chevrolet Cheyenne 4X4 2013 (Vortec 5.3/6-speed 6L90 automatic) Sierra LT CREW CAB Doing my part to warm the globe

03-21-2007, 12:48 AM	#20
solidaxel Registered User Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Cactus Patch So. Az Posts: 4,749	Re: Mom's '54 project build thread Thank You, when ever you get around to it !! __________________ 53 TuTone Extended Cab 350 4-Spd 3:08 (SOLD) 53 Chevy Moldy pearl green ZZ-4 4L60E 9" 3:25 55 GMC 1st Black Mll (ZZ4) ZZ6 TKO 600 5 sp 3:73 62 Solidaxle Corvette Roman Red (327 340hp 4spd 3:36) C4 & C5 suspension tube chassis LS 3 4L70E 65 Corvette Coupe 327 350hp 4spd 4:11 78 Black Silverado SWB (350/350) 5.3 & 4L60E 3:42 2000 S-Type 3.0 (wife cruiser) 2003 GMC SCSB 5.3 4L60E 3:42

03-24-2007, 02:11 PM	#21
Daniel U Registered User Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Central Coast, CA. Posts: 1,202	Re: Mom's '54 project build thread A few teaser pics until it's all welded in: Long bed box Factory(ish) running hieght 9 bolt Borg Warner 3.27 rear w/posi & disc. Front end shot I'll get those measurements as soon as it's welded in all the way. Right now it's just tacked up for mock up. It should roll out Sun. night on 4 wheels __________________ Mom's 1954 (TBI 5.7/700R4/14 bolt 4:10) 5 Chevrolet window 3/4 ton long bed Pick up build thread ->http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=228674 My 1954 (TPI 5.7/700R4/10 bolt 3:73) Chevrolet 5 window 1/2 ton short bed Pick up build thread->http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...3&goto=newpost 1960 (400/T350/?) Apache 10 short/fleet side-big window 1973 (TPI 5.7/700R4/14 bolt 4:10 w DANA 60 front) Chevrolet Cheyenne 4X4 2013 (Vortec 5.3/6-speed 6L90 automatic) Sierra LT CREW CAB Doing my part to warm the globe

04-03-2007, 12:30 PM	#23
Daniel U Registered User Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Central Coast, CA. Posts: 1,202	Re: Mom's '54 project build thread Yeah, the 9 bolt rears were built in Australia. She(mom) is fine with the gear ratio of 3.27, so the inside wont be messed with too much. They seem to be in good shape. The brakes will need lots of work, but we new that. Not bad for $200.00 though. GM said the 9 bolt rears were supposed to handle up to 300 hp. The H.O. 305 she's going to be using out of my '84 Z/28 wont ever make that much hp. Though it will be a big step up from the factory inline 6. __________________ Mom's 1954 (TBI 5.7/700R4/14 bolt 4:10) 5 Chevrolet window 3/4 ton long bed Pick up build thread ->http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=228674 My 1954 (TPI 5.7/700R4/10 bolt 3:73) Chevrolet 5 window 1/2 ton short bed Pick up build thread->http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...3&goto=newpost 1960 (400/T350/?) Apache 10 short/fleet side-big window 1973 (TPI 5.7/700R4/14 bolt 4:10 w DANA 60 front) Chevrolet Cheyenne 4X4 2013 (Vortec 5.3/6-speed 6L90 automatic) Sierra LT CREW CAB Doing my part to warm the globe

04-03-2007, 12:35 PM	#24
Sweet&LowPro55 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Holland Michigan Posts: 125	Re: Mom's '54 project build thread ..Thats a great story !! keep up the good work & keep us posted... __________________ http://i142.photobucket.com/albums/r...MyExtremeD.jpg ~ '55 Chevy Pro-Street P.U. Powered by 396c.i. ~ ~ '01 ChevyS10 Extreme LS Ext. cab ~ '92 Camaro RS 25TH.Limited Edition Aniv.Convert. ~ '98 Dodge Ram Van 5.7 Litre ~ '98 E-Z-GO Golf Car ..Tony Stewart Edition !! '69 Camaro SS..SOLD .. Still crying !!

04-08-2007, 07:12 PM	#25
pgf545 Registered User Join Date: May 2006 Location: Santa Fe,Texas Posts: 933	Re: Mom's '54 project build thread Daniel, is that the CPP leaf spring setup? It looks like the one I put on my dad's truck. He was looking for a more level ride height and that looks exactly what he is looking for. Looks like you are making more progress than I am though. Hopefully I can get down there next weekend and weld the floor in. Keep posting progress to keep my butt moving...lol. Bernie __________________ 52 Chevy Truck (Dad's) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=206021

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