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Old 08-09-2011, 09:13 PM   #1
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1956 gmc 100

Here it is my newly aquired gmc. was restored and owned by the same owner for 26 years. I have lots of plans for it but none invole it not being drivable for more than two weeks at a time.
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Old 08-10-2011, 12:55 AM   #2
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Re: 1956 gmc 100

Welcome.
Nice looking truck.
Do post pics of all the changes you make.
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Old 08-10-2011, 01:45 AM   #3
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Re: 1956 gmc 100

What Kim said! What are your initial plans? Oh, and yes, welcome!
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Old 08-10-2011, 06:52 AM   #4
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I will be installing a transam clip in a week or so and i have some 18's on order. first order of buisness is to get it driving and riding nice, it is scary now. I need to c notch the frame as it bumps. Chrome rear bumper. Before spring paint and seat. But until then im gonna drive it.
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Old 08-10-2011, 10:34 AM   #5
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Re: 1956 gmc 100

Nice truck,
I don't think I would know what to do If I ever got one that didn't need body and paint work
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Old 08-10-2011, 10:44 AM   #6
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nice jimmy! 55's & 56's GMC's are rolling pieces of art. More pics!
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Old 08-10-2011, 05:32 PM   #7
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I will be installing a transam clip in a week or so and i have some 18's on order. first order of buisness is to get it driving and riding nice, it is scary now. I need to c notch the frame as it bumps. Chrome rear bumper. Before spring paint and seat. But until then im gonna drive it.
Nice truck!, are you the same guy that pm'd me on hamb? If so I'd better get cracking on the clip pictures I promised, alternatively check out my photobucket page, I hope this works? if not cut & paste.
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Old 08-10-2011, 06:27 PM   #8
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nice jimmy! 55's & 56's GMC's are rolling pieces of art. More pics!
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You said it. I really like the frenched hood emblem.
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Old 08-10-2011, 07:13 PM   #9
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Nice truck!, are you the same guy that pm'd me on hamb? If so I'd better get cracking on the clip pictures I promised, alternatively check out my photobucket page, I hope this works? if not cut & paste.
http://s1217.photobucket.com/albums/dd385/oscarpantree/
Yup same guy. i looked through all of your pix, looks like its going well. The only issue i have is trying to make it looks like it belongs. The no limit way blends nice but im sure it will make the truck sit higher and it doesnt look as strong to me. I think ill do what i allways do.....tare it up and then make it work. ill keep you posted as i usually work pretty fast once i get started.
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Old 08-10-2011, 07:55 PM   #10
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I had trouble making the same decision, No limit or the "Lux" way, both ways are good, but if neatness is your concern with the underneath method, check out Indian113 buddy's frame, the famous silver one, to me that looks like it belongs!
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Old 08-12-2011, 08:21 PM   #11
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Well i decided to go the lux way. Found a 74 firebird clip that was all rebuilt. So why wait.... i tore right into it and a couple hours later its going well.
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Old 08-14-2011, 03:07 PM   #12
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had some more time today and got quite a bit done, all measured up and ready to cut!
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Old 08-14-2011, 05:47 PM   #13
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Grinding the rivets out, how much fun has that been so far? That crossmember/ rad support might come in handy, I sliced mine up & re used it back in the clip.
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Old 08-16-2011, 08:13 PM   #14
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Starting to fall into place...measure twice cut once.
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Old 08-21-2011, 03:35 PM   #15
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front end is all in. finishing up engine stuff. Still need to do the steering and brakes and then the front end goes back on .No mater what any one tells ya ..its a lot of work and takes some time. But it sits low and will be a blast to drive!
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Looks real nice and clean.
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Old 11-19-2011, 01:31 PM   #17
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Back to workin on the gmc. Here it is with its new stance.
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Old 11-19-2011, 01:35 PM   #18
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The rear stance was off about 3/4" from one side to the next so i tore into it. It looks like the springs are shot and the shackles are egg shaped so i ordered a tci rear suspension kit. In the end i'd like it about an inch lower in the rear.
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Old 11-19-2011, 01:41 PM   #19
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while taking it apart i have found a few surprises but not many! the box and fenders are very good, the cab corners will be replaced because they have some bubbling. As stated in another thread i will be eliminating the inner cab corners. The floor is in very good condition!
The tailgate had a louvered cover over it. It was only brazed and blended with bondo. When i striped it off i was very happy to find no rust no dents and original paint!
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Old 11-19-2011, 03:00 PM   #20
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Can I ask what size wheels and rims that you are running? Thanks Much
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Old 11-19-2011, 03:42 PM   #21
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Looking good. I like the wheels.
Maybe you'll get lucky and find your rear cab corners may be alright once you get the paint off.
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Old 11-19-2011, 05:29 PM   #22
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Can I ask what size wheels and rims that you are running? Thanks Much
The fronts are 18x8 and the rears are 18x9.5
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The tire size same as fronts?

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Old 11-20-2011, 09:22 AM   #24
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The tire size same as fronts?
The fronts are 235/45/18 threars are taller but i dont remember what they were.
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Old 11-20-2011, 09:27 AM   #25
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I did one corner today. they were original and not bad but the inners were rusted up pretty good and had rotted holes (the bubbles) through the outer. After stripping the interior found some sand in the crevises, this truck was all striped when it was done. Only grey primer and red fininsh paint on it. im Happy about that because im not gonna strip it.
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