Zane's Ride

[Zane'sMom]

So I checked on the project today! Have some photos to post this weekend. The frame has been pressure washed, and will be sandblasted and primed/powdercoated. Then work will progress on the brakes and engine rebuild. Paint on bedliner was applied to the cab floor, the bed was squared up, some rust repair has been done. The auto body instructor expects that they will get the truck painted this year, and possibly begin some work on the wood bed. A student in the communications track is going to do a student news report, which will also air on a local tv station (a copy of which I am going to send to Make-A-Wish). Also, after the chili feed I will have more photos to post.

[Zane'sMom]

Hey, craigerrr, did you ever get a reply from someone to polish the glove box badge? If not, I can probably find someone local to do it. Let me know. Thanks!

[C@rnut001]

I have been very busy and I had not seen this thread. It is so great to hear about this project and the wonderful young man who it is a memorial for. I have truely enjoyed reading about this project and seeing how the high school students are getting to build it and put all of the donated parts together. All of you who are helping out, thanks, and God bless you. Zane's Mom, your son would have been a wonderful person to know. Keep up the awesome work fundraising and getting this project to completion.

[Zane'sMom]

Thank you, C@rnut001! Working on this project has really helped me deal with losing him, putting the energy into something positive. I am going to post photos from the school and the chili feed in the next couple of days. We raised another $600 on Friday!! You can also check out Zane's Ride on facebook.

[Zane'sMom]

Captainfab, we will probably need the brackets this school year, so I will see if I can narrow down a time frame. Thank you.

[Captainfab]

Just let me know......

Originally Posted by Zane'sMom

Captainfab, we will probably need the brackets this school year, so I will see if I can narrow down a time frame. Thank you.

[Zane'sMom]

Okay! I just created a paypal account (some of you have asked if I accept donations this way). I had honestly not thought of it before. My email is elliem66@hotmail.com. I have to verify the account link in a day or so. Thank you everyone for your interest and support, and for your collective knowledge and expertise/advice on the restoration! I am very grateful!

[Zane'sMom]

Looks like the gallery is down for maintenance. We will add to the gallery another day. Anyway, my paypal account is now verified. Hope you all had a great weekend.

[Zane'sMom]

Trying a photo with this post.

[Zane'sMom]

Think I got it this time. This photo shows the interior of the cab with the floor painted with bedliner.

[Zane'sMom]

Her is a photo from the chili feed. That is my daughter Lindsey behind the table. Her white chicken chili sold out first!

[Zane'sMom]

This photo shows the pressure washed frame.

[Zane'sMom]

And the bed with the old wood removed.

[Zane'sMom]

The auto body instructor told me they are leaning toward restoring the truck to it's original army green. I kind of like the idea, and I thing Zane would appreciate it too.

[aerotruk63]

We love pictures, don't be shy.

[A.T. RockDriller]

Dear Zane's Mom...

Like aerotruk says....we love to see the progress/challenges that you are experiencing....good or bad. The more pics, the better.
So...I like the Olive Drab....was that a Fort Wainright truck..?

My old truck has a little Army Green on it too....But it actually was a contractors truck and that's just what's left of the original paint.

Keep us up to speed....we all love it.
BTW, could you please have one of your peeps compile a list of items/parts that you will be needing..? Some kind of a wish-list. Don't be shy.....most of us have some goodies on our shelf that we would want to contribute.

[Zane'sMom]

Like your pics! I am not sure if our truck was from Ft. Wainwright or not, but it did have the remains of an army stencil on the door. So far, we have the promise of donated suspension from Porterbuilt in partnership with ddubbs, brake and power steering brackets from captainfab, paint from 198plus, a lasercut glovebox logo from crgrs66. Locally, I have promise of donated stereo system and donated tires/wheels. I am looking into finding a new windshield. I will be in touch with the instructors to see if I can report other items we need. Thanks everyone!

[1963c-10]

I don't have a windshield, but what other 60-63 parts do you guys need? I have a parts truck that's been gone over pretty good, but you never know. May have some stuff you need on it and I have no problem donating for this project if the parts are there.

[aerotruk63]

I`m giving my spare parts to members in exchange for a donation to the project. It`s money that`s been sitting in boxes for years, so why not make two projects happy at the same time.

[1963c-10]

That's great Aerotruck63....we need more people like you in this world.

[A.T. RockDriller]

Rodger that.

[Zane'sMom]

Thank you! I will post needed items after I talk to the teachers.

[Zane'sMom]

Thank you SO MUCH aerotruk63!

[ddubbs]

It's been awhile Ellen since we have talked. Sorry for the lack of communication. Just got if my 7 day a week schedule. Nate has promised me my order will ship out before December. I should have all the Porterbuilt rear and ridetech front to you by beginning of January. Sorry it has taken so long. Thanks Darnell

[A.T. RockDriller]

Dear, sweet Zanes Mom,

There aren't very many ways for the rest of us to show our feelings for you and the rest of Zanes family and friends.
We are Americans. Zane's decision to defend us.... and our way of life.... is something that most civilians take for granted....
Many of us , however, are painfully aware of the sacrifice's involved in his decision.
If we try real hard......sometimes we can imagine what drove him.
Even today, with our high level political failures evident....we know that the true cost of freedom still lies in the hands of those willing to give everything to their country.
Thank you, again.

However....whatever we can do to make this project a success.....we're ready.

My wife and I ....and many other Forum members helped out with a different project last year....Maybe you are aware of it.(Captain Bruce Hayes)
There are no limits as to how far we fellow Americans will go to try and heal your personal wounds over your loss.
For sure, It's our loss too.
Don't be shy on your "wish list".