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59Panel · 06-10-2009, 07:37 PM

I just got my first project truck. I have driven this a few times around the neighborhood and got it up to about 70mph. That was fun!

I am basically the third owner. She was a dry cleaner's delivery van for 35 years in Mississippi. Then sold to my pal in '85. He used it as his primary vehicle until 7 years ago, when she got parked in a garage. Better than a field or driveway.

The gas tank was nicely rusted, sending a lot of rust flakes to the fuel filter. After searching the country and Canada for a new tank, the original tank is now being relined. Now to find a sending unit!

Plans are to bring it close to original with some safety additions, electronic ignition, front disc brakes, cotton air filter, etc.

Then it will become "The Inspector Dave mobile!" I have a few friends that are doing the design work for the paint job.

Hope you guys will enjoy the process.

Kindest,
-Dave

DREAMS OF A 67 · 06-10-2009, 07:55 PM

FROM KNOXVILLE TN!!!

Cyclone44 · 06-10-2009, 10:58 PM

Welcome from Knoxville Tn......

Jerry Jones · 06-10-2009, 11:09 PM

Welcome from Northern California!

GRIMSS · 06-10-2009, 11:53 PM

Great to see another panel project. Welcome from Hardin, MO

shaneschevys · 06-11-2009, 12:27 AM

Welcome from FT Worth TX.

jsbgump · 06-11-2009, 12:28 AM

Welcome to the board from Texas

72BlckButy · 06-11-2009, 07:43 AM

to the board from Mid-MO!!!

You'll find this place to become your second home.

babyJay · 06-11-2009, 09:40 AM

sweet ride! Welcome to the site, from Indiana!

**FRENCHBLUE72** · 06-14-2009, 10:48 AM

Welcome to the board from southern oregon....

Kawaii · 06-16-2009, 10:57 PM

Nice to meet ya!

Great White North - Canada

81K5Blazer · 06-16-2009, 11:39 PM

Cool looking truck, and welcome!.

redneckgirl · 06-17-2009, 01:20 AM

Welcome to the board from Maryland!!!

fredico · 06-17-2009, 10:37 AM

Welcome to the board from Bluemont,VA.

Bigblue29 · 06-17-2009, 12:33 PM

Sweet panel!

LUV2XCLR8 · 06-19-2009, 06:02 PM

From West TN

Byronic · 06-21-2009, 05:46 AM

From one panel to another.

Welcome

59Panel · 06-21-2009, 09:08 PM

Still waiting on the tank. Hopefully we will have it tomorrow and I will be ready for Good Guys Nashville this weekend. Anybody going to be around Nashville this weekend? The Lane Motor Museum is having a party Saturday night. BBQ, Cars, Bars, and Rock'n Roll!

Hoods69BadBowTie · 06-21-2009, 11:22 PM

Hey welcome to the greatest board around from MT. Awesome looking panel. Can't wait to see it when you get it all finished up. I bet its a blast to go cruise in

59Panel · 06-25-2009, 08:27 AM

Bessie is on the road! The gas tank is in with a universal sending unit. She runs like a beauty! Now on to some door mechanics and wiring harness. At least I can drive to the car show this weekend!

59Panel · 07-02-2009, 09:29 AM

Started Bessie up the other day to find oil dripping on the floor board. Ouch!

Started to replace the oil gauge line. This led me to updating some wiring for the dash and finding out that there was a broken spindle in my speedometer, which is why the odometer has been stuck at 60003.4 since some time in the 80's. I have about half of the wiring harness installed.

I know I have to replace the blinker switch and canceling plate. Anyone know how I can get to this on the steering column. There is a horn in the middle of the steering wheel, which I see as an obstacle. I have not been able to find a good diagram of this area.

-59panel

59Panel · 07-02-2009, 11:02 PM

The new wiring harness is in. The dash is awaiting the new speedometer. She will not turn over. She tries. It seems that all the wires are in the right place. One more review of the wiring diagram. Does the dash need to be in to complete the circuits for the engine to turn over?

68,69 K20 · 07-03-2009, 05:14 PM

Welcome from NY!

59Panel · 07-05-2009, 11:16 PM

The amp meter was the trick! Bessie is running better than ever! She has a much needed new wiring harness installed and every thing seems to be working. I am awaiting some more parts for some more upgrades.

My daughter just got a 57 truck and that will be in the works soon.

59Panel · 09-14-2009, 12:47 AM

Bessie is stalling when I hit the gas hard or when going up hills. Anybody have a good solution?

I places in a MSD coil and HEI module. My spark wires are 7mm. My 235 is leaking oil out of every orifice, gasket, etc. After 600,000 miles she is ready for a new engine. I am wanting to keep her running until the coffers churn up some money.

The carb has been rebuilt in the last six months. Gas lines have been flushed.

06-10-2009, 07:37 PM	#1
59Panel Registered User Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Nashville, TN Posts: 22	'59 Chevy Panel "Don't Call It a Come Back!" I just got my first project truck. I have driven this a few times around the neighborhood and got it up to about 70mph. That was fun! I am basically the third owner. She was a dry cleaner's delivery van for 35 years in Mississippi. Then sold to my pal in '85. He used it as his primary vehicle until 7 years ago, when she got parked in a garage. Better than a field or driveway. The gas tank was nicely rusted, sending a lot of rust flakes to the fuel filter. After searching the country and Canada for a new tank, the original tank is now being relined. Now to find a sending unit! Plans are to bring it close to original with some safety additions, electronic ignition, front disc brakes, cotton air filter, etc. Then it will become "The Inspector Dave mobile!" I have a few friends that are doing the design work for the paint job. Hope you guys will enjoy the process. Kindest, -Dave Attached Images

06-10-2009, 07:55 PM	#2
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GRIMSS --------------- Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Central Missouri Posts: 1,791	Re: '59 Chevy Panel "Don't Call It a Come Back!" Great to see another panel project. Welcome from Hardin, MO __________________ 2001 GMC SIERRA 1956 Chevy Panel *Build Page* with a Scott's Hotrods IFS 1953 Chevy trucks *Project Dime Time* 1968 Camaro 1968 Volksrod "NOBACK" 55-59 one piece window *Video* 55-59 one piece window *template files* Jared

06-11-2009, 12:27 AM	#6
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06-11-2009, 12:28 AM	#7
jsbgump Gone Fishing Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Fort Worth, Texas 76135 Posts: 12,361	Re: '59 Chevy Panel "Don't Call It a Come Back!" Welcome to the board from Texas __________________ 68 Chevy Short Fleetside LSX Swap Under Way 3.73 posi 2.5/4 drop Frame of resto has been started 2022 Hyundai Tucson Limited 2019 Chevy Traverse Redline Edition Wifes Ride Build Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post3483616

06-11-2009, 07:43 AM	#8
72BlckButy Tot Roddin' Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 24,461	Re: '59 Chevy Panel "Don't Call It a Come Back!" to the board from Mid-MO!!! You'll find this place to become your second home. __________________ -Nate 1969 CST SWB - Project Blank Slate (4.5/6" ECE Static Drop, 6-lug disc brake upgrade (manual), Billet Specialties Vintec 20x8.5 255/40 (F) 20x10 295/40 (R), 250 I-6) 1960 AMF Skylark - Tot Roddin' (Lowered with custom frame; soon to include custom push bar and interior) 2008 Silverado CrewCab 1LT (5.3L, 3:73, 4x4, LT1, Z-71, Towing Package)

06-11-2009, 09:40 AM	#9
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06-14-2009, 10:48 AM	#10
FRENCHBLUE72 PROJECT 7DEUCE Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: GRANTS PASS OR Posts: 21,590	Re: '59 Chevy Panel "Don't Call It a Come Back!" Welcome to the board from southern oregon.... __________________ GO BIG GREEN GO DUCKS MEMBER #6377 72 k-5 daily driver 6'' lift 35'' 350-350-205 slowly getting rust free. Project "7DEUCE" check out my build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=267665 Tim Powell..R.I.P EastSideLowlife..... R.I.P..

06-16-2009, 10:57 PM	#11
Kawaii Registered User Join Date: May 2009 Location: Calgary AB Posts: 4	Re: '59 Chevy Panel "Don't Call It a Come Back!" Nice to meet ya! Great White North - Canada

06-16-2009, 11:39 PM	#12
81K5Blazer The pool guy Join Date: May 2009 Location: Independence MO Posts: 70	Re: '59 Chevy Panel "Don't Call It a Come Back!" Cool looking truck, and welcome!.

06-17-2009, 01:20 AM	#13
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06-17-2009, 10:37 AM	#14
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06-17-2009, 12:33 PM	#15
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06-19-2009, 06:02 PM	#16
LUV2XCLR8 The LuvShack Garage Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Maple Grove, TN (West Side) Posts: 30,470	Re: '59 Chevy Panel "Don't Call It a Come Back!" From West TN __________________ Owner/Op: "TN Classic Transport Carriers" The Toy: "Square Vette" 72 Hybrid Blazer Toy Barn: "LuvShack" 40 x 60 x 20 Shop Big Piggy: "Goliath" 07 Kodiak C4500 Lil Piggy:"Maddy" 88 Silverado 3500 Hauler: "Feathers" 14 Aluma 8218T

06-21-2009, 05:46 AM	#17
Byronic The Beach Cruiser Join Date: May 2009 Location: Panama City, Florida Posts: 358	Re: '59 Chevy Panel "Don't Call It a Come Back!" From one panel to another. Welcome __________________ 1999 Silverado DD 1966 Panel Truck 2003 Harley Road Glide 1967 Schwinn Tandem Single Speed

06-21-2009, 09:08 PM	#18
59Panel Registered User Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Nashville, TN Posts: 22	Re: '59 Chevy Panel "Don't Call It a Come Back!" Still waiting on the tank. Hopefully we will have it tomorrow and I will be ready for Good Guys Nashville this weekend. Anybody going to be around Nashville this weekend? The Lane Motor Museum is having a party Saturday night. BBQ, Cars, Bars, and Rock'n Roll!

06-21-2009, 11:22 PM	#19
Hoods69BadBowTie Chevys Kick A$$ Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Zootown, MT Posts: 12,699	Re: '59 Chevy Panel "Don't Call It a Come Back!" Hey welcome to the greatest board around from MT. Awesome looking panel. Can't wait to see it when you get it all finished up. I bet its a blast to go cruise in __________________ HOODS is what I answer too -'79, '77, '88 Pickup Sold, '85 Camaro, '83 T/A, '81,'83,'90 K5 Blazer All Sold -'79 3/4 ton "Big Yellow Bananna" Lifted 4spd. 39.5 TSL Swampers, The money Pit -'86 K5 Blazer Silverado 6.2 4" lift 35"s -'95 Ext. Cab Shorty 4" Tuff Country rolling 35" M/T's -'83 Monte Carlo T-Tops. 126,500 Original Miles -LATER I would rather push a Chevy then drive a ford!!

06-25-2009, 08:27 AM	#20
59Panel Registered User Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Nashville, TN Posts: 22	Re: '59 Chevy Panel "Don't Call It a Come Back!" Bessie is on the road! The gas tank is in with a universal sending unit. She runs like a beauty! Now on to some door mechanics and wiring harness. At least I can drive to the car show this weekend! __________________ -Dave 1959 Apache panel Truck "Bessie" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=347906 1959 Viking 40 "Helga" 1990 1500 Sierra 4x4

07-02-2009, 09:29 AM	#21
59Panel Registered User Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Nashville, TN Posts: 22	Re: '59 Chevy Panel "Don't Call It a Come Back!" Started Bessie up the other day to find oil dripping on the floor board. Ouch! Started to replace the oil gauge line. This led me to updating some wiring for the dash and finding out that there was a broken spindle in my speedometer, which is why the odometer has been stuck at 60003.4 since some time in the 80's. I have about half of the wiring harness installed. I know I have to replace the blinker switch and canceling plate. Anyone know how I can get to this on the steering column. There is a horn in the middle of the steering wheel, which I see as an obstacle. I have not been able to find a good diagram of this area. -59panel __________________ -Dave 1959 Apache panel Truck "Bessie" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=347906 1959 Viking 40 "Helga" 1990 1500 Sierra 4x4

07-02-2009, 11:02 PM	#22
59Panel Registered User Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Nashville, TN Posts: 22	Re: '59 Chevy Panel "Don't Call It a Come Back!" The new wiring harness is in. The dash is awaiting the new speedometer. She will not turn over. She tries. It seems that all the wires are in the right place. One more review of the wiring diagram. Does the dash need to be in to complete the circuits for the engine to turn over? __________________ -Dave 1959 Apache panel Truck "Bessie" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=347906 1959 Viking 40 "Helga" 1990 1500 Sierra 4x4

07-03-2009, 05:14 PM	#23
68,69 K20 They call me the Breeze... Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: New York Posts: 2,251	Re: '59 Chevy Panel "Don't Call It a Come Back!" Welcome from NY! __________________ Mike 69 K20 "Beer is proof God loves us and wants us to be happy"....Ben Franklin

07-05-2009, 11:16 PM	#24
59Panel Registered User Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Nashville, TN Posts: 22	Re: '59 Chevy Panel "Don't Call It a Come Back!" The amp meter was the trick! Bessie is running better than ever! She has a much needed new wiring harness installed and every thing seems to be working. I am awaiting some more parts for some more upgrades. My daughter just got a 57 truck and that will be in the works soon. __________________ -Dave 1959 Apache panel Truck "Bessie" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=347906 1959 Viking 40 "Helga" 1990 1500 Sierra 4x4

09-14-2009, 12:47 AM	#25
59Panel Registered User Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Nashville, TN Posts: 22	Re: '59 Chevy Panel "Don't Call It a Come Back!" Bessie is stalling when I hit the gas hard or when going up hills. Anybody have a good solution? I places in a MSD coil and HEI module. My spark wires are 7mm. My 235 is leaking oil out of every orifice, gasket, etc. After 600,000 miles she is ready for a new engine. I am wanting to keep her running until the coffers churn up some money. The carb has been rebuilt in the last six months. Gas lines have been flushed. __________________ -Dave 1959 Apache panel Truck "Bessie" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=347906 1959 Viking 40 "Helga" 1990 1500 Sierra 4x4

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