Anyone have Tilt Front Ends and/Or Dump Beds? - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

1Bad62Pro/Street · 09-07-2008, 12:22 AM

Anyone of you fellas on here have Tilt Front Ends or Dump/Tilt Beds?
Post'em if ya have'em......

http://www.usbody.com/__Photo-Galler...y/62-001-b.htm
http://www.usbody.com/__Photo-Galler...y/62-002-a.htm
http://www.usbody.com/__Photo-Galler...y/62-004-e.htm

jonzcustomshop · 09-07-2008, 07:20 AM

I don't but I have some pics....

65panelrat · 09-08-2008, 06:48 PM

My Friend from Moriarty, New Mexico. 59' Apache, Pro Street, Tilt Front End, Dump Bed, 9" Narrow Rear End w/Weld Wheels, 29 x 15.5 Mickey Thompson's, Volare sub-frame, 350 cu. in., Weiand Tunnel Ram w/2-650 cfm Holleys, Suicide doors, custom dash.

1Bad62Pro/Street · 09-09-2008, 12:52 PM

Looks good Bud,
Once, I scene in Truck'in Magazine some where in the late 90's a feature of a yellow 63. It was called Sherman's March. It was pro/streeted, Blown, and had a Tilt Front and Dump bed. Looked Sweet. Thinking about Making my bed a Dump Tilt. I also want to put in Suicide Doors on her. Post'em if ya got'em Fellas........

1Bad62Pro/Street · 12-13-2009, 04:47 PM

Post'em if ya got'em Fellas........

62gmc910 · 12-13-2009, 06:02 PM

Got a tilt front end on the '62 Does the Peterbilt count???
top photo in with a chop top that we couldn't get a windshield for

Can't believe I don't have one after I painted it but if you look close no seam bettween hood and cowl filler

Rap'em Pappy · 12-18-2009, 12:45 PM

I have this extended steel front. The hinge is made at the radiator support
area. For now, two people have to manually lift it and put two rods supports
into the frame. I have a hydrolic power unit given me and two small cyls. Can anyone give me ideas on how to make something to lift this with????
My thinking so far is some type of rod under radiator/frame with some type levers on each end to cyls? Help!

rookierodbuilder · 12-18-2009, 01:58 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rap'em Pappy

I have this extended steel front. The hinge is made at the radiator support
area. For now, two people have to manually lift it and put two rods supports
into the frame. I have a hydrolic power unit given me and two small cyls. Can anyone give me ideas on how to make something to lift this with????
My thinking so far is some type of rod under radiator/frame with some type levers on each end to cyls? Help!

If I were you and I didn't have the hydraulic equipment, I would consider using lift cylinders that you see on so many vans and SUV's to lift the rear hatch to assist lifting the hood. Just my take. But if you want to use the hydraulics, and you have both rams, I would mount the rams between the frame and core support. You'll have to do some geometry to get your desired lift in order to place the rams properly. Also, you may need to reinforce your hood and core support according ly with that hood being as long (and inherently heavy I suppose) as it is. That is just my $0.02.

likaroc13 · 12-18-2009, 03:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jonzcustomshop

I don't but I have some pics....

any idea what wheels/centercaps on that first truck?

1Bad62Pro/Street · 12-18-2009, 03:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rap'em Pappy

I have this extended steel front. The hinge is made at the radiator support
area. For now, two people have to manually lift it and put two rods supports
into the frame. I have a hydrolic power unit given me and two small cyls. Can anyone give me ideas on how to make something to lift this with????
My thinking so far is some type of rod under radiator/frame with some type levers on each end to cyls? Help!

First.........Where in the world did you get that motor out of?

*lakeroadster* · 12-19-2009, 09:01 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rap'em Pappy

I have this extended steel front. The hinge is made at the radiator support
area. For now, two people have to manually lift it and put two rods supports
into the frame. I have a hydrolic power unit given me and two small cyls. Can anyone give me ideas on how to make something to lift this with????
My thinking so far is some type of rod under radiator/frame with some type levers on each end to cyls? Help!

You gotta post some more pictures... love those V12 GMC's!

As far as the tilt mechanism you might want to consider electric actuators. These run off off of 12V volt power and IMHO are much cleaner to install than hydraulic systems. Here is a link to an install using this type of actuator. : http://www.clubfte.com/users/jniolon...gfulltilt.html
You might have to use two of the actuators, just depends on the capacity of the actuators, the load it needs to lift, and how you install the mechanism to do the lifting. Some of these can lift up to 250 lbs!, Check out this link for a actuator source http://spideraccessories.stores.yaho...ocaulla12.html

Rap'em Pappy · 12-19-2009, 01:25 PM

You can see more of us V12'er at "702 GMC V-12 Powered 62 GMC 1-ton".
Thats in the 60-66 forum here. The pictures of mine start #445
page 18. I have another V12 in a stock 63 tilt cab with 23000 miles on it.
Thats what gave me the idea to do this crazy 64.
Lakeroadster, Thanks for the tilt front lift links. I agree, the electric looks plain and simpler. I do not know much about hydraulics. But the price was
free for two complete units. Those hydro motors also take a big amp drain on the battery. Mybe I can find another use for them.

jonzcustomshop · 12-19-2009, 04:26 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by likaroc13

any idea what wheels/centercaps on that first truck?

I don't know about the wheels, but the caps look like 55/56 chevy truck original caps.

*lakeroadster* · 12-19-2009, 06:43 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rap'em Pappy

I have another V12 in a stock 63 tilt cab with 23000 miles on it.
Thats what gave me the idea to do this crazy 64.

The tilt cab is awesome. I sound like a broken record but.. got any more photos of it?

Thanks

Rap'em Pappy · 12-20-2009, 05:06 PM

Lakeroadster Try this link for those pictures. About half way down page.

http://www.hotrodhotline.com/feature...tml/page_3.php

cayoterun · 12-20-2009, 06:06 PM

Rap'em Pappy:
Would a hydraulic set-up with two cylinders and a hand pump like on the tilt cabs work on the hood?

Cayoterun

*lakeroadster* · 12-21-2009, 08:22 AM

Awesome tilt cab, thanks for posting the link.

**ChiefRocka** · 12-21-2009, 10:34 AM

I have fabbed up many bed-lifts in my time. Late 80's thru the 90's was the fad on these mini-truck guys...

I always used a hydraulic pump (typically #4) and 8" to 10" cylinders to lift the bed.

Came up with a tuck-a-way system that allowed the cylinders to swing out of the way. The traditional way was to have them pushing straight up, which allowed them to hang down, which ended up ripping the fitting off the bottom.

This was back in the hard-copy pic days...will try and find some..

frmula505 · 12-21-2009, 12:04 PM

I have the tilt front end for my 59 project. Haven't worked on it in a year or so. I plan on using electric actuators. Maybe this spring I'll get on it again (now that my 60 is almost done).

Markall · 12-23-2009, 09:33 PM

My 62 does it all.

ravens65 · 12-24-2009, 07:48 AM

this is a tilt hood hinge that I made myself, took a few trys to get it right.
it operates very smooth and puts my hood in the weeds Eric

1Bad62Pro/Street · 01-11-2012, 04:54 PM

1Bad62Pro/Street · 04-27-2012, 09:22 AM

http://www.cars-on-line.com/56116.html

markeb01 · 04-27-2012, 09:33 AM

About 10 years ago there was a black show truck at Goodguys Spokane that had a tilt front and dump bed. All the trim on the truck was either brass or gold plated (I’m pretty sure it was gold). The trim wouldn't have been my first choice but it certainly was attention getting and really stood out. I had no camera with me that that year, and the truck never returned to the event. The owners were from Canada, so perhaps the trip was too long to make a repeat. I wish I had gotten some photos.

tincan1966 · 04-27-2012, 12:50 PM

Just have the forward opening hood, that I designed.

09-07-2008, 12:22 AM	#1
1Bad62Pro/Street "Where were you in '62?" Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Cleveland County, North Cackalacky Posts: 5,013	Anyone have Tilt Front Ends and/Or Dump Beds? Anyone of you fellas on here have Tilt Front Ends or Dump/Tilt Beds? Post'em if ya have'em...... http://www.usbody.com/__Photo-Galler...y/62-001-b.htm http://www.usbody.com/__Photo-Galler...y/62-002-a.htm http://www.usbody.com/__Photo-Galler...y/62-004-e.htm __________________ PROJECT: "FULL METAL YELLOW JACKET" 1962 Chevy C-10 Stepside Shortbed Nostalgia Pro/Street Pickup Truck PROJECT: "FULL METAL YELLOW JACKET Build Thread What Are You Workin' On? - 1Bad62ChevyPickup PROJECT: "TYRANNORAMBLER REX" 1969 AMC Rambler American Nostalgia Pro/Street Youtube Channel: Father Son Projects Youtube Channel: 2TIMOTHY2FITHTEEN "North and South Carolina Folks Click Here!" (((( ~ I have Parts For Sale & Miscellaneous Stuff ~ )))) "Well being as there's no other place around the place, I reckon this must be the place, I reckon...Nyuk Nyuk Nyuk" -Curly Howard Ph.D.

09-07-2008, 07:20 AM	#2
jonzcustomshop 1961 crewcab Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: missoula, mt Posts: 6,164	Re: Anyone have Tilt Front Ends and/Or Dump Beds? I don't but I have some pics.... Attached Images

09-08-2008, 06:48 PM	#3
65panelrat Registered User Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Rio Rancho, New Mexico Posts: 211	Re: Anyone have Tilt Front Ends and/Or Dump Beds? My Friend from Moriarty, New Mexico. 59' Apache, Pro Street, Tilt Front End, Dump Bed, 9" Narrow Rear End w/Weld Wheels, 29 x 15.5 Mickey Thompson's, Volare sub-frame, 350 cu. in., Weiand Tunnel Ram w/2-650 cfm Holleys, Suicide doors, custom dash. Attached Images Last edited by 65panelrat; 09-08-2008 at 06:54 PM.

12-13-2009, 04:47 PM	#5
1Bad62Pro/Street "Where were you in '62?" Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Cleveland County, North Cackalacky Posts: 5,013	Re: Anyone have Tilt Front Ends and/Or Dump Beds? Post'em if ya got'em Fellas........ __________________ PROJECT: "FULL METAL YELLOW JACKET" 1962 Chevy C-10 Stepside Shortbed Nostalgia Pro/Street Pickup Truck PROJECT: "FULL METAL YELLOW JACKET Build Thread What Are You Workin' On? - 1Bad62ChevyPickup PROJECT: "TYRANNORAMBLER REX" 1969 AMC Rambler American Nostalgia Pro/Street Youtube Channel: Father Son Projects Youtube Channel: 2TIMOTHY2FITHTEEN "North and South Carolina Folks Click Here!" (((( ~ I have Parts For Sale & Miscellaneous Stuff ~ )))) "Well being as there's no other place around the place, I reckon this must be the place, I reckon...Nyuk Nyuk Nyuk" -Curly Howard Ph.D.

12-13-2009, 06:02 PM	#6
62gmc910 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Cremona AB Canada Posts: 370	Re: Anyone have Tilt Front Ends and/Or Dump Beds? Got a tilt front end on the '62 Does the Peterbilt count??? top photo in with a chop top that we couldn't get a windshield for Can't believe I don't have one after I painted it but if you look close no seam bettween hood and cowl filler Attached Images __________________ 62 GMC 910 short fleetside 454 super t10 14 bolt w/gov lock 70s c20 front discs (built in the 80s) 65 GMC 930 dualwheel 292 4spd all origonal 39k mi(my sons truck) 63 GMC 950 camperized school bus, (Gus the bus) 350 4speed 2 speed rear 64 GMC 950 "spare" bus 283? 4speed detroit locker 53 GMC 1ton dual wheel bus 78 GMC c25 short course off road race truck(son's truck) 355 th400 14 bolt (www.wheel2wheel.ca) 88 Peterbilt 379 longhood (hauls race truck)

09-09-2008, 12:52 PM	#4
1Bad62Pro/Street "Where were you in '62?" Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Cleveland County, North Cackalacky Posts: 5,013	Re: Anyone have Tilt Front Ends and/Or Dump Beds? Looks good Bud, Once, I scene in Truck'in Magazine some where in the late 90's a feature of a yellow 63. It was called Sherman's March. It was pro/streeted, Blown, and had a Tilt Front and Dump bed. Looked Sweet. Thinking about Making my bed a Dump Tilt. I also want to put in Suicide Doors on her. Post'em if ya got'em Fellas........ __________________ PROJECT: "FULL METAL YELLOW JACKET" 1962 Chevy C-10 Stepside Shortbed Nostalgia Pro/Street Pickup Truck PROJECT: "FULL METAL YELLOW JACKET Build Thread What Are You Workin' On? - 1Bad62ChevyPickup PROJECT: "TYRANNORAMBLER REX" 1969 AMC Rambler American Nostalgia Pro/Street Youtube Channel: Father Son Projects Youtube Channel: 2TIMOTHY2FITHTEEN "North and South Carolina Folks Click Here!" (((( ~ I have Parts For Sale & Miscellaneous Stuff ~ )))) "Well being as there's no other place around the place, I reckon this must be the place, I reckon...Nyuk Nyuk Nyuk" -Curly Howard Ph.D. Last edited by 1Bad62Pro/Street; 09-09-2008 at 05:36 PM.

12-18-2009, 12:45 PM	#7
Rap'em Pappy Registered User Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Madison, Wi Posts: 26	Re: Anyone have Tilt Front Ends and/Or Dump Beds? I have this extended steel front. The hinge is made at the radiator support area. For now, two people have to manually lift it and put two rods supports into the frame. I have a hydrolic power unit given me and two small cyls. Can anyone give me ideas on how to make something to lift this with???? My thinking so far is some type of rod under radiator/frame with some type levers on each end to cyls? Help! Attached Images

12-19-2009, 01:25 PM	#12
Rap'em Pappy Registered User Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Madison, Wi Posts: 26	Re: Anyone have Tilt Front Ends and/Or Dump Beds? You can see more of us V12'er at "702 GMC V-12 Powered 62 GMC 1-ton". Thats in the 60-66 forum here. The pictures of mine start #445 page 18. I have another V12 in a stock 63 tilt cab with 23000 miles on it. Thats what gave me the idea to do this crazy 64. Lakeroadster, Thanks for the tilt front lift links. I agree, the electric looks plain and simpler. I do not know much about hydraulics. But the price was free for two complete units. Those hydro motors also take a big amp drain on the battery. Mybe I can find another use for them. Attached Images

12-20-2009, 05:06 PM	#15
Rap'em Pappy Registered User Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Madison, Wi Posts: 26	Re: Anyone have Tilt Front Ends and/Or Dump Beds? Lakeroadster Try this link for those pictures. About half way down page. http://www.hotrodhotline.com/feature...tml/page_3.php

12-20-2009, 06:06 PM	#16
cayoterun Junior Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Guymon, Oklahoma Posts: 2,040	Re: Anyone have Tilt Front Ends and/Or Dump Beds? Rap'em Pappy: Would a hydraulic set-up with two cylinders and a hand pump like on the tilt cabs work on the hood? Cayoterun __________________ Cayoterun Okla. Panhandle I think I'll do it myself and pay the extra $500.

12-21-2009, 08:22 AM	#17
lakeroadster Account Suspended Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: High Plains of Colorado Posts: 2,485	Re: Anyone have Tilt Front Ends and/Or Dump Beds? Awesome tilt cab, thanks for posting the link.

12-21-2009, 10:34 AM	#18
ChiefRocka Hollister, CA. Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Hollister, Ca. Posts: 6,147	Re: Anyone have Tilt Front Ends and/Or Dump Beds? I have fabbed up many bed-lifts in my time. Late 80's thru the 90's was the fad on these mini-truck guys... I always used a hydraulic pump (typically #4) and 8" to 10" cylinders to lift the bed. Came up with a tuck-a-way system that allowed the cylinders to swing out of the way. The traditional way was to have them pushing straight up, which allowed them to hang down, which ended up ripping the fitting off the bottom. This was back in the hard-copy pic days...will try and find some.. __________________ John What the Heck is that ?? CURRENT BUILDS: 62 BurbMaster Other Builds: My '63 C-10,LWB,CC,BBW '06 HD StrAight Axle Swap Father/Son '67 C-20, LQ9,4L80,Bagged,8-Lugger !!Good Friend Richard's Build AMERICAN CUSTOMS & CLASSICS (831) 630-1965 www.ACCHOLLISTER.com ACC on FACEBOOK "Rest in Peace, Mom & Dad ... I will see you again someday!"

12-21-2009, 12:04 PM	#19
frmula505 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Santa Fe, New Mexico Posts: 456	Re: Anyone have Tilt Front Ends and/Or Dump Beds? I have the tilt front end for my 59 project. Haven't worked on it in a year or so. I plan on using electric actuators. Maybe this spring I'll get on it again (now that my 60 is almost done). __________________ 1961 GMC Suburban Custom 1969 Short wide project http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=535479 (SOLD) 1959 Apache fleetside (frame off in progress) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=348746 1960 Apache short/narrow shop truck http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=350780 (SOLD) 1951 Plymouth leadsled project 2005 Corvette conv. Procharged 1969 Corvette stingray 2006 Cadillac XLR-V 1950 Oldsmobile 98 custom project

12-23-2009, 09:33 PM	#20
Markall Registered User Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: North English, Iowa Posts: 13	Re: Anyone have Tilt Front Ends and/Or Dump Beds? My 62 does it all. Attached Images

12-24-2009, 07:48 AM	#21
ravens65 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: clermont florida Posts: 176	Re: Anyone have Tilt Front Ends and/Or Dump Beds? this is a tilt hood hinge that I made myself, took a few trys to get it right. it operates very smooth and puts my hood in the weeds Eric Attached Images



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01-11-2012, 04:54 PM	#22
1Bad62Pro/Street "Where were you in '62?" Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Cleveland County, North Cackalacky Posts: 5,013	Re: Anyone have Tilt Front Ends and/Or Dump Beds? __________________ PROJECT: "FULL METAL YELLOW JACKET" 1962 Chevy C-10 Stepside Shortbed Nostalgia Pro/Street Pickup Truck PROJECT: "FULL METAL YELLOW JACKET Build Thread What Are You Workin' On? - 1Bad62ChevyPickup PROJECT: "TYRANNORAMBLER REX" 1969 AMC Rambler American Nostalgia Pro/Street Youtube Channel: Father Son Projects Youtube Channel: 2TIMOTHY2FITHTEEN "North and South Carolina Folks Click Here!" (((( ~ I have Parts For Sale & Miscellaneous Stuff ~ )))) "Well being as there's no other place around the place, I reckon this must be the place, I reckon...Nyuk Nyuk Nyuk" -Curly Howard Ph.D.

04-27-2012, 09:22 AM	#23
1Bad62Pro/Street "Where were you in '62?" Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Cleveland County, North Cackalacky Posts: 5,013	Re: Anyone have Tilt Front Ends and/Or Dump Beds? http://www.cars-on-line.com/56116.html __________________ PROJECT: "FULL METAL YELLOW JACKET" 1962 Chevy C-10 Stepside Shortbed Nostalgia Pro/Street Pickup Truck PROJECT: "FULL METAL YELLOW JACKET Build Thread What Are You Workin' On? - 1Bad62ChevyPickup PROJECT: "TYRANNORAMBLER REX" 1969 AMC Rambler American Nostalgia Pro/Street Youtube Channel: Father Son Projects Youtube Channel: 2TIMOTHY2FITHTEEN "North and South Carolina Folks Click Here!" (((( ~ I have Parts For Sale & Miscellaneous Stuff ~ )))) "Well being as there's no other place around the place, I reckon this must be the place, I reckon...Nyuk Nyuk Nyuk" -Curly Howard Ph.D.

04-27-2012, 09:33 AM	#24
markeb01 Senior Enthusiast Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Spokane Valley, WA Posts: 8,356	Re: Anyone have Tilt Front Ends and/Or Dump Beds? About 10 years ago there was a black show truck at Goodguys Spokane that had a tilt front and dump bed. All the trim on the truck was either brass or gold plated (I’m pretty sure it was gold). The trim wouldn't have been my first choice but it certainly was attention getting and really stood out. I had no camera with me that that year, and the truck never returned to the event. The owners were from Canada, so perhaps the trip was too long to make a repeat. I wish I had gotten some photos. __________________ My Build Thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=444502

04-27-2012, 12:50 PM	#25
tincan1966 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Independence,KS Posts: 1,477	Re: Anyone have Tilt Front Ends and/Or Dump Beds? Just have the forward opening hood, that I designed. Attached Images

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