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joedoh

06-24-2019 01:55 PM

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beautiful work!

gigamanx

06-26-2019 09:20 AM

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Nice looking battery tray. I probably would have done the same but I have a horn in the way on that fender. Hopefully easy to unbolt from the fender if you ever need to remove your fender for work on the headers or starter.

28TudorAZ

06-26-2019 09:37 AM

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Originally Posted by gigamanx (Post 8548742)

Thanks! Very easy to unbolt. Funny you mention horns I was thinking a few days ago where to put them. I plan on mounting my horns on the bottom pan that is attached to the grill.

28TudorAZ

06-26-2019 09:38 AM

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Originally Posted by joedoh (Post 8547783)

beautiful work!

Thanks. I am just trying to finish before you finish 2 more trucks. :)

28TudorAZ

06-26-2019 09:39 AM

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Originally Posted by 8man (Post 8546971)

I may steal this idea.

Thanks.

Please do. I have taken several great ideas off this board. Such a time saver.

28TudorAZ

06-26-2019 08:37 PM

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Starting off by using paint remover on the doors. It actually removed quite a bit. Next it to use knot twisted wire cup brush to get the rest off. More work than I thought it was going to be.

28TudorAZ

07-15-2019 12:59 AM

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Almost have the doors stripped and should have them painted in the next week. Also want to get the bumper mounted.

joedoh

07-20-2019 11:50 AM

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looks super great! always love a project where the stated goals are the eventual outcome.

nice work, nice work, nice work. I said it three times because one wasnt enough and two still didnt get the point across.

28TudorAZ

07-25-2019 10:59 PM

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Originally Posted by joedoh (Post 8561887)

Thanks!!!!! I'm trying but life keeps getting in the way. Had shoulder surgery for a torn labrum 2 months ago and that definitely slowed down my progress.

28TudorAZ

08-25-2019 12:27 AM

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Got the doors on today. The high was only 101 although Wednesday its supposed to be 111 degrees. They need some work and so do the windows but I just want to get them on there. I found someone through a friend to do the wiring for $400. He will get it done way faster than what I would.

gigamanx

08-26-2019 08:38 AM

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Looking good! Pretty sure my first drive I didn't even have doors. I was too excited to hear it run and go for a drive haha.

28TudorAZ

09-28-2019 11:41 PM

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Originally Posted by gigamanx (Post 8582288)

Looking good! Pretty sure my first drive I didn't even have doors. I was too excited to hear it run and go for a drive haha.

Thanks. Yeah I think if I would have went with a carb this thing would have been running before I put the doors on and running around the block.

28TudorAZ

09-28-2019 11:46 PM

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Got the front bumper mount made and the bumper mounted. I will post pictures of the actual mount later. The bumper is about 2.5 inches back than stock.

joedoh

09-28-2019 11:51 PM

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gorgeous man!

28TudorAZ

09-28-2019 11:55 PM

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Oh if anyone has a passenger side front fender support laying around let me know. I can't seem to find one.

28TudorAZ

09-28-2019 11:57 PM

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Originally Posted by joedoh (Post 8601000)

gorgeous man!

Thanks!!!! The new grill and bumper made a big difference.

28TudorAZ

10-10-2019 11:59 PM

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A wire brush and a little POR15 and now I need to put these bad boys on. Thanks to the person who helped me get the other side.

28TudorAZ

10-27-2019 11:23 PM

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Had surgery on my wrist about 3 weeks ago and haven't really done much. Put the logo on the door and rusted the door today. Threw some plywood in the bed. Going to use it as a Halloween prop on Thursday.

joedoh

10-28-2019 02:27 AM

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gorgeous man! get better!

Tempest67

10-28-2019 11:02 AM

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Nice work !

what is your method of 'Rusting'?

edgeleycanuck

10-28-2019 11:54 AM

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In my opinion tucking in the front bumper is one of the most worthwhile modifications one can make to our trucks. Kind of a chip foose thing....."should have come that way from the factory " haha.

28TudorAZ

10-29-2019 01:45 AM

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Originally Posted by joedoh (Post 8617240)

gorgeous man! get better!

Thanks!!!! I just need to rap up all the little electrical stuff to wire it. I had a ganglion cyst removed from my wrist and had no idea it would be so invasive.

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Nice work !

what is your method of 'Rusting'?

16oz Peroxide, 2oz Vinegar, 1 tablespoon of salt in a spray bottle.

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In my opinion tucking in the front bumper is one of the most worthwhile modifications one can make to our trucks. Kind of a chip foose thing....."should have come that way from the factory " haha.

Totally agree. I even dropped it a little. It is too far out there from the factory.

Tempest67

10-29-2019 01:12 PM

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Thanks for the recipe.

Nice looking truck

28TudorAZ

10-31-2019 04:38 PM

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Thanks guys. Used it as a prop for Halloween today.

28TudorAZ

11-14-2019 07:03 PM

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Getting all switches and electrical installed. Stereo looks good.

joedoh

11-16-2019 11:26 AM

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wow! that looks amazing

Rusti

11-19-2019 02:02 AM

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Looks verry impressive! Grate work on that truck.

28TudorAZ

02-16-2020 11:49 PM

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Well wired up the front end. Headlights, turn signals, and horns. Also put some LED headlights with H4 bulbs on it. Next up the rear taillights and license plate lights. I need to take the driveline back off so hoping to do that this week because its an inch too long.

joedoh

02-17-2020 03:23 AM

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wiring fun! keep at it!

28TudorAZ

04-23-2020 12:50 AM

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Shipped it off for wiring and to finish the exhaust.

28TudorAZ

04-23-2020 12:52 AM

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Took some pictures today.

Tempest67

04-23-2020 10:17 AM

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looks great, nice work, congratulations

joedoh

04-23-2020 11:32 AM

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look at how great that looks out in the sun! congrats!

Zippi

04-24-2020 07:38 AM

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Not much into the patina look but I would take that all day long dude. Nice.

Desert1957

04-26-2020 09:32 AM

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Originally Posted by 28TudorAZ (Post 8365606)

Exactly. Everyone has heard. I researched it quite a bit and never found anyone who actually had the issue. Did find a video explaining why it changes the gravity a little but said it was not enough to actually cause any issues. My guess would be guys with big trucks with big heavy tires have problems with spacers and bearings. There are arguments that go both ways. I really didn't want to spend $1000 for some custom A-arms. Maybe down the road if I have issues but I suspect I will not.

Truck looks awesome. Not to hijack this thread but what are the options for longer control arms? thanks...

28TudorAZ

04-29-2020 01:46 AM

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Originally Posted by Tempest67 (Post 8723354)

looks great, nice work, congratulations

Thanks

28TudorAZ

04-29-2020 01:47 AM

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Originally Posted by joedoh (Post 8723418)

look at how great that looks out in the sun! congrats!

It does. It will look even better driving back in. 😁

28TudorAZ

04-29-2020 01:49 AM

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Originally Posted by Zippi (Post 8724118)

Not much into the patina look but I would take that all day long dude. Nice.

Thanks. I would prefer paint but building for my dad and thats what he wants. I do think it looks pretty cool though.

28TudorAZ

04-29-2020 01:51 AM

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Originally Posted by Desert1957 (Post 8725917)

Truck looks awesome. Not to hijack this thread but what are the options for longer control arms? thanks...

http://michiganmetalworks.com/store/...product_id=144

Driver_WT

05-12-2020 12:21 AM

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Originally Posted by 28TudorAZ (Post 8463752)

Put a neutral safety switch on a 700r4. Built this bracket. I used a 4l60e neutral safety switch and shifter shaft.

I am trying to duplicate what you have done with the neutral safety switch. Where did you get the longer 4L60E shifter shaft?

Thanks.

Wade

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