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*Dylan · 06-19-2009, 04:31 PM

I think it would be a cool tribute to "Crash" if you put his name somewhere on the truck. I was thinking if you built a headache rack or something on the front side of the flat bed to possibly paint his name on there so everyone behind you can see his name. Or you could possibly cut each of the letters in his name out of some flat sheet metal and weld them onto the headache rack and Line-X over the top of them. That would look pretty cool.

**Palf70Step** · 06-19-2009, 04:45 PM

Cool build. I am going to really enjoying watching it materialize.

justcuz · 06-19-2009, 08:07 PM

Well you lucked out both ways then. A cool Mom (out cheering you on in the street) and a pretty wife.

I hope you put enough weight on the truck to settle those springs some.
They are gonna ride rough without some serious weight on them.

Another engine to consider would be a 4BT Cummins. They can be made to produce some pretty good power and have multiple transmission selections.
Some older delivery vans had 400 Turbos behind the 4BT.

I think an inline engine would fit the style of the old truck, plus you can set it back closer to the firewall if you want.

*OYMC* · 06-20-2009, 01:24 AM

I just wanted to say a quick thank you to everyone who has responded and subscribed to my thread...

I really like the idea of an in-line diesel, which like you said, will help keep the overall look original...

The idea about putting "Crash's" name on the truck has definitely been a thought, and I like the idea of putting it in the headache rack...

Keep the ideas coming!

bigbadjohn84 · 06-20-2009, 10:34 AM

sweet build. thing is gonna be a monster for sure.. I'll be watchin.. so will the "PIT" lol.

Terraizer · 06-20-2009, 11:24 PM

Cool build. Your axles appear to be a Dana 44 front and a semifloat 14 bolt not a Dana 60 and dana 70.

vk_chevy · 06-21-2009, 02:10 AM

this build is amazing and I am looking forward to see more of your "skills"

I've been thinking about doing a similar build in a few years after I finish up couple of my current projects now that I have a shop almost built and almost ready for use...

BlueBowtie · 07-05-2009, 06:47 PM

Really cool build man. Any progress/updates?

TK56 · 07-05-2009, 09:18 PM

i love the decal on the doors ! are you going to keep the whole patina look? i think its awesome

nuke1 · 07-06-2009, 03:23 PM

that is one sweet ass large truck you have there, with those leafs, what kind of payload you looking at?

msgross · 07-06-2009, 04:19 PM

cool build..

*OYMC* · 10-05-2009, 11:48 PM

Okay... My eyes have shifted... The donor has arrived!

Project "Crash" is back online... Stay Tuned!!!

I bought a 1987 GMC 1 ton 4X4 truck. It has a 6.2 Diesel, a rebuilt 400 Turbo Trans, 205 Transfer Case, Hydoboost brake master cylinder, and a bunch of other cool stuff...

Now, after everyones feed back, I really wanted to use a cummins, but I can always go back and change my setup down the road. Money is tight, and I just want to get "Crash" on the road...

This Donor truck is in extremely good condition, and runs super strong... The best part is that I got it for practically nothing...

Some of you may have seen this truck on Craig's list, because I was also trying to turn a quick buck on it...

After talking to my neighbor, I have decided to go ahead and strip this beast down...

For about $1500.00 I can get a brand new "Banks" turbo kit, and I may just fab up my own set up...

Here are the photos of my donor:

Bigblue29 · 10-06-2009, 08:28 AM

Nice ummm donor truck

50adrod · 10-06-2009, 09:57 AM

nice build and I like the fact that you are doing it for not a lot of money, wish mine could go that way.

msgross · 10-06-2009, 10:13 AM

nice donor but please don't sell parts without subscribing.. then you can sell all you need in the classified section.

unless they are free...

*Dylan · 10-06-2009, 11:52 AM

That donor is a monster in itself. I would just roll that! Is it running as of this moment?

*OYMC* · 10-06-2009, 01:17 PM

Yep, this truck runs super strong... I had thought about just keeping it as is (Donor), but "Crash" needs to feel the wind in her grill!

*A quick note on site rules:
I'm not trying to sell parts off of this Thread
I may have mentioned that I am parting it out, but it was only to share with other members my intentions...

My parts will be listed on another site... I'd mention the site, but I don't want to step on anyones feet...

nickp51chevy · 10-06-2009, 02:12 PM

I was watching this build when it started, then it was gone. I wondered what happened. Nice to see you back. Keep those pix coming.

Rocfrog · 10-06-2009, 02:40 PM

Love it! Can't wait to see it done!

Nick

Old School Kid · 10-06-2009, 08:39 PM

Very Cool Build! I will be watching this one..

Thealien · 10-06-2009, 08:52 PM

Excellant build/thread thank you for including us!

OLDIRON69 · 10-12-2009, 09:02 AM

Cool donor and keep the wife involved!

bigbadjohn84 · 10-12-2009, 10:50 AM

hehe I know what you mean about stepping on the feet lol. You say the wrong thing and bam! your redlighted. YOU cannot sell cause you are not a paying member. lol I got enough bills to pay. Im here for fun

muddpile · 10-12-2009, 01:28 PM

Wow! You see so few of these trucks go in this direction, that this is just pure awesomeness!

bensimmons_05 · 10-15-2009, 04:55 PM

I love it so far, can't wait to see more!

06-19-2009, 04:31 PM	#51
*Dylan Mean Buzzin' Half Dozen Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Orlando, Florida Posts: 1,081	Re: 1954 Monster 4X4 Shop Truck "Crush" I think it would be a cool tribute to "Crash" if you put his name somewhere on the truck. I was thinking if you built a headache rack or something on the front side of the flat bed to possibly paint his name on there so everyone behind you can see his name. Or you could possibly cut each of the letters in his name out of some flat sheet metal and weld them onto the headache rack and Line-X over the top of them. That would look pretty cool. __________________ "War is an ugly thing, but not the ugliest of things. The decayed and degraded state of moral and patriotic feeling which thinks that nothing is worth war is much worse. The person who has nothing for which he is willing to fight, nothing which is more important than his own personal safety, is a miserable creature and has no chance of being free unless made and kept so by the exertions of better men than himself." MY TRUCK (Now for sale) 1967 C10 SWB *Dylan* IIMY?

06-19-2009, 04:45 PM	#52
Palf70Step State of Confusion! Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Gulfport, MS USA Posts: 46,613	Re: 1954 Monster 4X4 Shop Truck "Crush" Cool build. I am going to really enjoying watching it materialize. __________________ Bill 1970 Chevy Custom/10 LWB Fleetside 2010 Toyota Tacoma PreRunner SR5 Double Cab - DD Member of Louisiana Classic Truck Club (LCTC) Bill's Gallery Life isn't tied with a bow, but it's still a gift. Live simply. Love generously. Care deeply. Speak kindly. Leave the rest to God!

06-19-2009, 08:07 PM	#53
justcuz Registered User Join Date: May 2008 Location: Alta Loma, Ca. Posts: 930	Re: 1954 Monster 4X4 Shop Truck "Crush" Well you lucked out both ways then. A cool Mom (out cheering you on in the street) and a pretty wife. I hope you put enough weight on the truck to settle those springs some. They are gonna ride rough without some serious weight on them. Another engine to consider would be a 4BT Cummins. They can be made to produce some pretty good power and have multiple transmission selections. Some older delivery vans had 400 Turbos behind the 4BT. I think an inline engine would fit the style of the old truck, plus you can set it back closer to the firewall if you want.

06-20-2009, 01:24 AM	#54
OYMC Account Suspended Join Date: Jun 2009 Posts: 269	1954 Monster 4X4 Shop Truck "Crash" I just wanted to say a quick thank you to everyone who has responded and subscribed to my thread... I really like the idea of an in-line diesel, which like you said, will help keep the overall look original... The idea about putting "Crash's" name on the truck has definitely been a thought, and I like the idea of putting it in the headache rack... Keep the ideas coming! Attached Images

06-20-2009, 10:34 AM	#55
bigbadjohn84 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Florala, AL Posts: 398	Re: 1954 Monster 4X4 Shop Truck "Crush" sweet build. thing is gonna be a monster for sure.. I'll be watchin.. so will the "PIT" lol.

06-20-2009, 11:24 PM	#56
Terraizer Registered User Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Penrose Colorado Posts: 26	Re: 1954 Monster 4X4 Shop Truck "Crush" Cool build. Your axles appear to be a Dana 44 front and a semifloat 14 bolt not a Dana 60 and dana 70. __________________ 1971 Chevy C-20 2x4 Grandpas old truck soon to be 4wheeldrive

06-21-2009, 02:10 AM	#57
vk_chevy Registered User Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Olympia, WA Posts: 231	Re: 1954 Monster 4X4 Shop Truck "Crush" this build is amazing and I am looking forward to see more of your "skills" I've been thinking about doing a similar build in a few years after I finish up couple of my current projects now that I have a shop almost built and almost ready for use... __________________ 72 Chevy C20 Longhorn 72 Chevy, K20 Custom Camper 67 Chevy, LWB, C20, 350/350, PS, PB, 65 Jag MKII

07-05-2009, 06:47 PM	#58
BlueBowtie Registered User Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Panama City, FL Posts: 36	Re: 1954 Monster 4X4 Shop Truck "Crush" Really cool build man. Any progress/updates? __________________ http://www.cardomain.com/ride/3110793 1951 3100 RCSB 2000 K2500 CCSB

07-05-2009, 09:18 PM	#59
TK56 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Stockton, CA Posts: 12	Re: 1954 Monster 4X4 Shop Truck "Crush" i love the decal on the doors ! are you going to keep the whole patina look? i think its awesome

07-06-2009, 03:23 PM	#60
nuke1 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Saskatoon, Saskatchewan,: Posts: 2,901	Re: 1954 Monster 4X4 Shop Truck "Crush" that is one sweet ass large truck you have there, with those leafs, what kind of payload you looking at? __________________ James 1968 GMC "HAVOC" 1986 GMC "Frank" J.J.R.H. Design & Consulting My 68`Rebuild "HAVOC": http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=316300 A 58' chev build thread: http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=311238 1969 Camaro Pro Touring http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...61#post3513361 Swiss Cheese: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=384390 Adjustable Trailing Arm How-To: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=321100 1968 Ford Farm Truck: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post6555587

07-06-2009, 04:19 PM	#61
msgross Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Central PA Posts: 12,201	Re: 1954 Monster 4X4 Shop Truck "Crush" cool build.. __________________ The Garage: 1968 K-10 SWB - "Project Money Pit" 1996 Z-71 - "huntin rig" 1969 C-10 LWB (SOLD) "Project flip that truck or else" 1993 Passport, F@rd 1-ton (SOLD)"Project Cousin Eddie" My Garage Build "The 1,000 footer"

10-05-2009, 11:48 PM	#62
OYMC Account Suspended Join Date: Jun 2009 Posts: 269	1954 Monster 4X4 Shop Truck "Crash" Okay... My eyes have shifted... The donor has arrived! Project "Crash" is back online... Stay Tuned!!! I bought a 1987 GMC 1 ton 4X4 truck. It has a 6.2 Diesel, a rebuilt 400 Turbo Trans, 205 Transfer Case, Hydoboost brake master cylinder, and a bunch of other cool stuff... Now, after everyones feed back, I really wanted to use a cummins, but I can always go back and change my setup down the road. Money is tight, and I just want to get "Crash" on the road... This Donor truck is in extremely good condition, and runs super strong... The best part is that I got it for practically nothing... Some of you may have seen this truck on Craig's list, because I was also trying to turn a quick buck on it... After talking to my neighbor, I have decided to go ahead and strip this beast down... For about $1500.00 I can get a brand new "Banks" turbo kit, and I may just fab up my own set up... Here are the photos of my donor: Attached Images Last edited by N2TRUX; 10-06-2009 at 10:26 AM.

10-06-2009, 08:28 AM	#63
Bigblue29 Thanks 'til you're better paid Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Minneapolis, MN Posts: 257	Re: 1954 Monster 4X4 Shop Truck "Crush" Nice ummm donor truck __________________ -Luke 1950 Chevy AD 3100 pickup 2000 GMC Sierra 1970 Jeepster Commando

10-06-2009, 09:57 AM	#64
50adrod Registered User Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Louisiana Posts: 493	Re: 1954 Monster 4X4 Shop Truck "Crush" nice build and I like the fact that you are doing it for not a lot of money, wish mine could go that way. __________________ 1971 Corvette convertible 454@ 525 hp 1936 Chevy Truck street rod 1952 Chevy truck hot rod build http://www.killbillet.com/showthread...2-Chevy-Cut-up 1964 F 100 custom street rod http://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/12...mark-viii.html 1950 custom Chevy Truck

10-06-2009, 10:13 AM	#65
msgross Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Central PA Posts: 12,201	Re: 1954 Monster 4X4 Shop Truck "Crush" nice donor but please don't sell parts without subscribing.. then you can sell all you need in the classified section. unless they are free... __________________ The Garage: 1968 K-10 SWB - "Project Money Pit" 1996 Z-71 - "huntin rig" 1969 C-10 LWB (SOLD) "Project flip that truck or else" 1993 Passport, F@rd 1-ton (SOLD)"Project Cousin Eddie" My Garage Build "The 1,000 footer"



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10-06-2009, 11:52 AM	#66
*Dylan Mean Buzzin' Half Dozen Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Orlando, Florida Posts: 1,081	Re: 1954 Monster 4X4 Shop Truck "Crush" That donor is a monster in itself. I would just roll that! Is it running as of this moment? __________________ "War is an ugly thing, but not the ugliest of things. The decayed and degraded state of moral and patriotic feeling which thinks that nothing is worth war is much worse. The person who has nothing for which he is willing to fight, nothing which is more important than his own personal safety, is a miserable creature and has no chance of being free unless made and kept so by the exertions of better men than himself." MY TRUCK (Now for sale) 1967 C10 SWB *Dylan* IIMY?

10-06-2009, 01:17 PM	#67
OYMC Account Suspended Join Date: Jun 2009 Posts: 269	1954 Monster 4X4 Shop Truck "Crash" Yep, this truck runs super strong... I had thought about just keeping it as is (Donor), but "Crash" needs to feel the wind in her grill! *A quick note on site rules: I'm not trying to sell parts off of this Thread I may have mentioned that I am parting it out, but it was only to share with other members my intentions... My parts will be listed on another site... I'd mention the site, but I don't want to step on anyones feet...

10-06-2009, 02:12 PM	#68
nickp51chevy Registered Chevy Owner Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Snohomish, wa Posts: 1,557	Re: 1954 Monster 4X4 Shop Truck "Crush" I was watching this build when it started, then it was gone. I wondered what happened. Nice to see you back. Keep those pix coming. __________________ Love is fleeting, but Chevy trucks are forever!!!! 1970 Chevy CST C10 long box 350/400 2008 Chevy Silverado short box 4x4 Had; 1951 Chevy short box 307/T5 1988 Chevy shot box 4x4 350/350 1971 Chevy C10 long box 4x4 350/350 1971 Chevy C20 long box 350/350 1971 Chevy C10 long box 350/350

10-06-2009, 02:40 PM	#69
Rocfrog Registered User Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Colorado Springs CO Posts: 110	Re: 1954 Monster 4X4 Shop Truck "Crush" Love it! Can't wait to see it done! Nick Last edited by Rocfrog; 10-06-2009 at 02:41 PM.

10-06-2009, 08:39 PM	#70
Old School Kid Rottenwood Garage Member..Yes! Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Marietta, Georgia Posts: 174	Re: 1954 Monster 4X4 Shop Truck "Crush" Very Cool Build! I will be watching this one.. __________________ When interests become diversified, not all can be Barrett Jackson. Budgets and Accountants get in the way. My 65 (SOLD) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=317013 My 51 (SOLD) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...80#post3551880 Racetruck III (SOLD) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...72#post4254972 Rottenwood Garage and Speed Shop.....where everything must be racy! Gone to dark side for a while...1966 F100 in the stable

10-06-2009, 08:52 PM	#71
Thealien Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Pine Ridge Florida Posts: 4,126	Re: 1954 Monster 4X4 Shop Truck "Crush" Excellant build/thread thank you for including us!

10-12-2009, 09:02 AM	#72
OLDIRON69 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Ben Wheeler,Texas Posts: 992	Re: 1954 Monster 4X4 Shop Truck "Crush" Cool donor and keep the wife involved! __________________ 05 2500HD 6.0 excab 69 LWB-Gone but not forgotten! 68 Dodge Charger 383/727 69 Dodge Charger-440/4spd

10-12-2009, 10:50 AM	#73
bigbadjohn84 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Florala, AL Posts: 398	Re: 1954 Monster 4X4 Shop Truck "Crush" hehe I know what you mean about stepping on the feet lol. You say the wrong thing and bam! your redlighted. YOU cannot sell cause you are not a paying member. lol I got enough bills to pay. Im here for fun

10-12-2009, 01:28 PM	#74
muddpile Registered User Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Saskatchewan, Canada Posts: 1,371	Re: 1954 Monster 4X4 Shop Truck "Crush" Wow! You see so few of these trucks go in this direction, that this is just pure awesomeness! __________________ 1964 Chevy Short Fleet: Tornado 1972 Chevy C10: Fast Orange Secondaries Wide Open

10-15-2009, 04:55 PM	#75
bensimmons_05 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Jacksonville, AL Posts: 479	Re: 1954 Monster 4X4 Shop Truck "Crush" I love it so far, can't wait to see more! __________________ ---Ben Jammin's 1955 Chevy/GMC Project --- ---The shop's live video feed--- <<< See what I'm up to!

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