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87Lowrider · 12-30-2012, 10:59 PM

Thanks for the tip... I've considered it but haven't done it yet.

The clip is still in place, ready for final fitting. Needing a welder to stop by and help me.. waiting for that currently.

Ken

87Lowrider · 03-17-2013, 07:29 PM

OK, Quick update;

Spring approaching... long winter with wifes wreck and distruction of family (company) van. '87 Lowrider is sold and somewhere in Wisconsin now.

The '57 is being loaded and sent to my body man for suspension installation, body work, paint and final assembly since I can't seem to find the time to work on it myself.

I'll post some pics at progress starts to happen.

87Lowrider · 11-27-2012, 10:54 PM

Funny.. I sold the '87Lowrider last month... got me an '05 Z71 Stepper 4x4.

SCHRUMGMC · 03-21-2013, 07:17 PM

Congrats man, beautiful truck

Good luck man, looking forward for more photos

87Lowrider · 06-24-2013, 02:09 PM

No time to do it so it's off to the body shop for assembly body work and paint... will keep you posted as work progresses / Ken

Kabwe · 07-01-2013, 03:22 PM

Cab looks great.

Kim57 · 07-01-2013, 08:44 PM

Looks real clean.
Kim

SCHRUMGMC · 07-01-2013, 08:48 PM

Cab looks fantastic

87Lowrider · 07-01-2013, 11:54 PM

I stopped by the shop this afternoon to see the rest of the parts. Everything looked great! Just a few minor fixes.

One little spot on the step at the base of the A post to fix and fill in the fuel filler hole since the gas tank will be frame mounted, not in the truck (gotta have a place for the subs ya know!)

All the body lines look great... I'm excited to see it's in great shape.

There were some cheap gauges in the dash when I bought the truck in '89. Going to smooth that area out. Not sure where I'm going to put the radio yet.

Thoughts?

Ken

OrrieG · 07-02-2013, 12:06 AM

Somebody is going to have fun with that part under the big rear window, I know I did on mine. It does look like good metal...

87Lowrider · 07-02-2013, 12:47 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by OrrieG

Somebody is going to have fun with that part under the big rear window, I know I did on mine. It does look like good metal...

I need to look at that closer. I don't remember it being that banged up.

87Lowrider · 07-07-2013, 11:31 AM

Here's a pic from a board members battery installation;

I've got a couple ideas about how to access the battery more easily if needed for replacement (after I put the cab on the frame).

1. Use a lockable / slideout shelf (if there's room)
2. create a hinged opening at the base and back of the step.

Thoughts and pics of your experiences?

Thanks in advance...

_Ogre · 07-07-2013, 09:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 87Lowrider

I need to look at that closer. I don't remember it being that banged up.

lots of good metal on your truck, very nice.
the way they have all your parts stacked, plan on fixing more little bang ups.

i do like the battery box built into the step well, makes the battery very accessible
a drop down battery box on a lowered truck makes no sense at all, you'd have to jack up the truck to drop the battery

87Lowrider · 07-10-2013, 09:51 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 87Lowrider

I need to look at that closer. I don't remember it being that banged up.

I stopped by the body shop yesterday and looked at the back of the cab. The picture is an illusion, thankfully. It's not a dent.

**Dan in Pasadena** · 07-07-2013, 12:15 PM

Shy not just the commonly available "drop out" battery box? They've relatively cheap and already engineered for you.
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87Lowrider · 07-07-2013, 06:16 PM

No particular reason... will look at the common places and see what they offer.

**Dan in Pasadena** · 07-07-2013, 06:28 PM

I've been thinking about this too. Not sure if stainless steel is really necessary? Maybe just one of those special pads for the battery to sit on.
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87Lowrider · 07-07-2013, 09:15 PM

Brothers has a Stainless and a black painted one.

http://www.brotherstrucks.com/prodin...number=DDBT060

I like the black one best. May have to repaint to lengthen it's life even though the truck will be garage kept.

Kim57 · 07-17-2013, 07:10 PM

Looks like it should work out real well.
Kim

87Lowrider · 07-17-2013, 09:10 PM

This guy is not a fab kinda guy.. will be glad to get it back and start working on some of the main systems, then give it back to 'em for body work and paint... /Ken

87Lowrider · 07-18-2013, 11:06 PM

Sold my '86 GMC Jimmy today... proceeds go to the '57 fund...

87Lowrider · 07-19-2013, 10:09 PM

First mock up with Jag IRS...

Kim57 · 07-20-2013, 12:34 AM

Looks good.
Kim

87Lowrider · 07-20-2013, 02:50 PM

I wish I had it ready for next months trip to AZ...

_Ogre · 07-20-2013, 09:40 PM

patience grasshopper

12-30-2012, 10:59 PM	#1
87Lowrider Navy Radioman Veteran Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Western Kentucky Posts: 1,350	Re: '57 Stepside, Big Window Project Thanks for the tip... I've considered it but haven't done it yet. The clip is still in place, ready for final fitting. Needing a welder to stop by and help me.. waiting for that currently. Ken __________________ 1987 Chevrolet R10 Silverado BBC Build thread - SOLD 1986 GMC Sierra Classic - SOLD 1957 Chevy Step Side - At the Body Shop Daily Driver; 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 4x4 Z71 Stepside

03-17-2013, 07:29 PM	#2
87Lowrider Navy Radioman Veteran Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Western Kentucky Posts: 1,350	Re: '57 Stepside, Big Window Project OK, Quick update; Spring approaching... long winter with wifes wreck and distruction of family (company) van. '87 Lowrider is sold and somewhere in Wisconsin now. The '57 is being loaded and sent to my body man for suspension installation, body work, paint and final assembly since I can't seem to find the time to work on it myself. I'll post some pics at progress starts to happen. __________________ 1987 Chevrolet R10 Silverado BBC Build thread - SOLD 1986 GMC Sierra Classic - SOLD 1957 Chevy Step Side - At the Body Shop Daily Driver; 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 4x4 Z71 Stepside

11-27-2012, 10:54 PM	#3
87Lowrider Navy Radioman Veteran Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Western Kentucky Posts: 1,350	Re: '57 Stepside, Big Window Project Funny.. I sold the '87Lowrider last month... got me an '05 Z71 Stepper 4x4. __________________ 1987 Chevrolet R10 Silverado BBC Build thread - SOLD 1986 GMC Sierra Classic - SOLD 1957 Chevy Step Side - At the Body Shop Daily Driver; 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 4x4 Z71 Stepside

03-21-2013, 07:17 PM	#4
SCHRUMGMC Registered User Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: North Carolina Posts: 4,989	Re: '57 Stepside, Big Window Project Congrats man, beautiful truck Good luck man, looking forward for more photos __________________ 1971 GMC Sierra 1959 GMC 100

06-24-2013, 02:09 PM	#5
87Lowrider Navy Radioman Veteran Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Western Kentucky Posts: 1,350	Re: '57 Stepside, Big Window Project No time to do it so it's off to the body shop for assembly body work and paint... will keep you posted as work progresses / Ken __________________ 1987 Chevrolet R10 Silverado BBC Build thread - SOLD 1986 GMC Sierra Classic - SOLD 1957 Chevy Step Side - At the Body Shop Daily Driver; 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 4x4 Z71 Stepside

07-01-2013, 03:22 PM	#6
Kabwe Certified Car Nut Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Inglewood, California Posts: 3,118	Re: '57 Stepside, Big Window Project Cab looks great.

07-01-2013, 08:44 PM	#7
Kim57 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Corona, California Posts: 7,998	Re: '57 Stepside, Big Window Project Looks real clean. Kim __________________ My build thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=283107

07-01-2013, 08:48 PM	#8
SCHRUMGMC Registered User Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: North Carolina Posts: 4,989	Re: '57 Stepside, Big Window Project Cab looks fantastic __________________ 1971 GMC Sierra 1959 GMC 100

07-01-2013, 11:54 PM	#9
87Lowrider Navy Radioman Veteran Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Western Kentucky Posts: 1,350	Re: '57 Stepside, Big Window Project I stopped by the shop this afternoon to see the rest of the parts. Everything looked great! Just a few minor fixes. One little spot on the step at the base of the A post to fix and fill in the fuel filler hole since the gas tank will be frame mounted, not in the truck (gotta have a place for the subs ya know!) All the body lines look great... I'm excited to see it's in great shape. There were some cheap gauges in the dash when I bought the truck in '89. Going to smooth that area out. Not sure where I'm going to put the radio yet. Thoughts? Ken __________________ 1987 Chevrolet R10 Silverado BBC Build thread - SOLD 1986 GMC Sierra Classic - SOLD 1957 Chevy Step Side - At the Body Shop Daily Driver; 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 4x4 Z71 Stepside

07-02-2013, 12:06 AM	#10
OrrieG Registered User Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Idaho Posts: 8,800	Re: '57 Stepside, Big Window Project Somebody is going to have fun with that part under the big rear window, I know I did on mine. It does look like good metal... __________________ 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

07-07-2013, 11:31 AM	#12
87Lowrider Navy Radioman Veteran Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Western Kentucky Posts: 1,350	Re: '57 Stepside, Big Window Project Here's a pic from a board members battery installation; I've got a couple ideas about how to access the battery more easily if needed for replacement (after I put the cab on the frame). 1. Use a lockable / slideout shelf (if there's room) 2. create a hinged opening at the base and back of the step. Thoughts and pics of your experiences? Thanks in advance... __________________ 1987 Chevrolet R10 Silverado BBC Build thread - SOLD 1986 GMC Sierra Classic - SOLD 1957 Chevy Step Side - At the Body Shop Daily Driver; 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 4x4 Z71 Stepside

07-07-2013, 12:15 PM	#15
Dan in Pasadena Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Glendora, CA Posts: 6,336	Re: '57 Stepside, Big Window Project Shy not just the commonly available "drop out" battery box? They've relatively cheap and already engineered for you. Posted via Mobile Device

07-07-2013, 06:16 PM	#16
87Lowrider Navy Radioman Veteran Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Western Kentucky Posts: 1,350	Re: '57 Stepside, Big Window Project No particular reason... will look at the common places and see what they offer. __________________ 1987 Chevrolet R10 Silverado BBC Build thread - SOLD 1986 GMC Sierra Classic - SOLD 1957 Chevy Step Side - At the Body Shop Daily Driver; 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 4x4 Z71 Stepside

07-07-2013, 06:28 PM	#17
Dan in Pasadena Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Glendora, CA Posts: 6,336	Re: '57 Stepside, Big Window Project I've been thinking about this too. Not sure if stainless steel is really necessary? Maybe just one of those special pads for the battery to sit on. Posted via Mobile Device

07-07-2013, 09:15 PM	#18
87Lowrider Navy Radioman Veteran Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Western Kentucky Posts: 1,350	Re: '57 Stepside, Big Window Project Brothers has a Stainless and a black painted one. http://www.brotherstrucks.com/prodin...number=DDBT060 I like the black one best. May have to repaint to lengthen it's life even though the truck will be garage kept. __________________ 1987 Chevrolet R10 Silverado BBC Build thread - SOLD 1986 GMC Sierra Classic - SOLD 1957 Chevy Step Side - At the Body Shop Daily Driver; 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 4x4 Z71 Stepside



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07-17-2013, 07:10 PM	#19
Kim57 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Corona, California Posts: 7,998	Re: '57 Stepside, Big Window Project Looks like it should work out real well. Kim __________________ My build thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=283107

07-17-2013, 09:10 PM	#20
87Lowrider Navy Radioman Veteran Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Western Kentucky Posts: 1,350	Re: '57 Stepside, Big Window Project This guy is not a fab kinda guy.. will be glad to get it back and start working on some of the main systems, then give it back to 'em for body work and paint... /Ken __________________ 1987 Chevrolet R10 Silverado BBC Build thread - SOLD 1986 GMC Sierra Classic - SOLD 1957 Chevy Step Side - At the Body Shop Daily Driver; 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 4x4 Z71 Stepside

07-18-2013, 11:06 PM	#21
87Lowrider Navy Radioman Veteran Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Western Kentucky Posts: 1,350	Re: '57 Stepside, Big Window Project Sold my '86 GMC Jimmy today... proceeds go to the '57 fund... __________________ 1987 Chevrolet R10 Silverado BBC Build thread - SOLD 1986 GMC Sierra Classic - SOLD 1957 Chevy Step Side - At the Body Shop Daily Driver; 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 4x4 Z71 Stepside

07-19-2013, 10:09 PM	#22
87Lowrider Navy Radioman Veteran Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Western Kentucky Posts: 1,350	Re: '57 Stepside, Big Window Project First mock up with Jag IRS... __________________ 1987 Chevrolet R10 Silverado BBC Build thread - SOLD 1986 GMC Sierra Classic - SOLD 1957 Chevy Step Side - At the Body Shop Daily Driver; 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 4x4 Z71 Stepside

07-20-2013, 12:34 AM	#23
Kim57 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Corona, California Posts: 7,998	Re: '57 Stepside, Big Window Project Looks good. Kim __________________ My build thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=283107

07-20-2013, 02:50 PM	#24
87Lowrider Navy Radioman Veteran Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Western Kentucky Posts: 1,350	Re: '57 Stepside, Big Window Project I wish I had it ready for next months trip to AZ... __________________ 1987 Chevrolet R10 Silverado BBC Build thread - SOLD 1986 GMC Sierra Classic - SOLD 1957 Chevy Step Side - At the Body Shop Daily Driver; 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 4x4 Z71 Stepside

07-20-2013, 09:40 PM	#25
_Ogre Registered User Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Motown Posts: 7,677	Re: '57 Stepside, Big Window Project patience grasshopper __________________ cool, an ogre smiley Ogre's 58 Truk build how to put your truck year and build thread into your signature shop air compressor timer

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