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GRIMSS · 06-30-2009, 08:15 PM

Got the crossmember tacked in place and worked on a design for the rear upper link truss.

57ToyBox · 06-30-2009, 08:56 PM

It's Lookin Good Jared
You sure know how to have fun on your holidays
That's how I would want to spend my holidays. (In the shop)
Looks like real tedious work.... making sure it's square, plum and straight. So it doesn't role down the road like a dog with a sore hind leg LOL
I'd rather be R & R body panels LOL

Keep up the awesome work buddy

dennis57 · 06-30-2009, 09:00 PM

That truck is going to be sick!

Driveway Dreams · 07-01-2009, 12:58 AM

This thing looks to be coming along great. Good work! And, lots of innovative ideas going in it.

72BlckButy · 07-01-2009, 08:03 AM

Lookin' good Jared!

GRIMSS · 07-01-2009, 08:19 PM

Thanks guys. One more day left to work on it before head to the lake for some fun. Not saying what I'm doing isn't fun, the wife wants to spend some time down at the lake.

Got a good start on the rear link truss. I like the way it's turning out.

72BlckButy · 07-01-2009, 08:23 PM

Are you rollin' to the Lake of the Ozarks, Truman,...?

GRIMSS · 07-01-2009, 08:30 PM

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Are you rollin' to the Lake of the Ozarks, Truman,...?

Leaving around 4 tomorrow for the Ozarks.

72BlckButy · 07-01-2009, 08:34 PM

Good deal, you should have some nice weather. Have a safe trip and time on the water!

GRIMSS · 07-01-2009, 08:46 PM

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Originally Posted by 72BlckButy

Good deal, you should have some nice weather. Have a safe trip and time on the water!

Will do. Hope your doing something fun.

72BlckButy · 07-01-2009, 08:48 PM

Hopefully a little work on the truck and then of course some BBQ.

GRIMSS · 07-01-2009, 08:53 PM

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Originally Posted by 72BlckButy

Hopefully a little work on the truck and then of course some BBQ.

Sounds like a good time also.

72BlckButy · 07-01-2009, 09:04 PM

BTW... the rear link is coming together nicely. Almost to nice to cover up.

Dinos63 · 07-01-2009, 10:16 PM

duuude nice work , i dig the 20" stealies great build

hotrodrookie · 07-02-2009, 02:37 AM

Your suspension work is looking trick. I was thinking about a triangulated 4 link for my truck but I wasnt sure how to mount the upper bars close in towards the diff. Im looking forward to seeing how your upper bracket works.
Do you have any insight on the angle of the upper bars and the instant center?

GRIMSS · 07-02-2009, 08:42 AM

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Originally Posted by 72BlckButy

BTW... the rear link is coming together nicely. Almost to nice to cover up.

Well after this stage of the build I don't know how long until I get to start the next stage, so it needs to look nice.

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Originally Posted by Dinos63

duuude nice work , i dig the 20" stealies great build

Thanks. Your trucks are just some of the many on this site that inspire a person to step up there game.

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Originally Posted by hotrodrookie

Your suspension work is looking trick. I was thinking about a triangulated 4 link for my truck but I wasnt sure how to mount the upper bars close in towards the diff. Im looking forward to seeing how your upper bracket works.
Do you have any insight on the angle of the upper bars and the instant center?

Thanks. I kind of wish I went with a wishbone upper, but this is what I got so I'm going with it. These older trucks don't have much room to work with between the rails. I was having a hell of a time on my design until I got it drawn out full scale.

As for the angle spend some time in searching in the suspension forum. You want to be as close to 45 as you can get. I also went and looked at any picture I could find of setups to compare too.

This is not going to be a high horse power or curve carver so not as worried as most would be.

My reasoning for placing the upper link inboard over the diff is space. With the narrow frame rails and this being a panel, I didn't want the floor to have to be raised toward the front a ton.

dennis57 · 07-02-2009, 09:01 AM

Your moving along quick and it looks good!

GRIMSS · 07-05-2009, 04:55 PM

Got a little done before I headed for the lake on 7-2

57ToyBox · 07-05-2009, 05:21 PM

The Link Brackets look awesome.
Nice work

IvelDesigns · 07-09-2009, 07:21 PM

wow, just now seeing this thread. can't wait to see it in person at the all trucks nats.

it's gonna be a sick truck when you're done.

GRIMSS · 07-09-2009, 08:23 PM

Thanks Levi. It won't be much for the eyes as to the body but the suspension should be done for the show.

I can't wait to see your truck. From the pics I saw I liked the hood prop.

GRIMSS · 07-11-2009, 11:08 PM

Worked on the upper front mounts today.

72BlckButy · 07-14-2009, 09:01 PM

Coming right along Jared!

GRIMSS · 07-18-2009, 07:18 PM

Today got all the bars tacked in place. Raised axle all the way up to test and get a placement for the bags. Cut out more sheetmetal to tuck the wheels way up there.

tucked up

GRIMSS · 07-18-2009, 07:20 PM

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06-30-2009, 08:15 PM	#126
GRIMSS --------------- Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Central Missouri Posts: 1,791	Re: '56 Chevy Panel build (SLP) Got the crossmember tacked in place and worked on a design for the rear upper link truss. __________________ 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

06-30-2009, 08:56 PM	#127
57ToyBox Registered User Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Callander Ont. Posts: 387	Re: '56 Chevy Panel build (SLP) It's Lookin Good Jared You sure know how to have fun on your holidays That's how I would want to spend my holidays. (In the shop) Looks like real tedious work.... making sure it's square, plum and straight. So it doesn't role down the road like a dog with a sore hind leg LOL I'd rather be R & R body panels LOL Keep up the awesome work buddy __________________ --Glenn-- http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=345975 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=564403

06-30-2009, 09:00 PM	#128
dennis57 Registered User Join Date: May 2009 Location: Rio Rancho New Mexico Posts: 155	Re: '56 Chevy Panel build (SLP) That truck is going to be sick! __________________

07-01-2009, 12:58 AM	#129
Driveway Dreams I have car A.D.D. Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Greeley, Northern Colorado Posts: 4,147	Re: '56 Chevy Panel build (SLP) This thing looks to be coming along great. Good work! And, lots of innovative ideas going in it. __________________ -Gerald Building vehicles in memory of the first "car guy" I ever knew, my Grandpa. Bob Dunham 1935-2009. Rest in peace. 61 GMC Suburban SOLD The 86 build thread SOLD Are you a Colorado member?Click here.

07-01-2009, 08:03 AM	#130
72BlckButy Tot Roddin' Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 24,461	Re: '56 Chevy Panel build (SLP) Lookin' good Jared! __________________ -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)

07-01-2009, 08:19 PM	#131
GRIMSS --------------- Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Central Missouri Posts: 1,791	Re: '56 Chevy Panel build (SLP) Thanks guys. One more day left to work on it before head to the lake for some fun. Not saying what I'm doing isn't fun, the wife wants to spend some time down at the lake. Got a good start on the rear link truss. I like the way it's turning out. __________________ 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

07-01-2009, 08:23 PM	#132
72BlckButy Tot Roddin' Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 24,461	Re: '56 Chevy Panel build (SLP) Are you rollin' to the Lake of the Ozarks, Truman,...? __________________ -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) Last edited by 72BlckButy; 07-01-2009 at 08:24 PM.

07-01-2009, 08:34 PM	#134
72BlckButy Tot Roddin' Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 24,461	Re: '56 Chevy Panel build (SLP) Good deal, you should have some nice weather. Have a safe trip and time on the water! __________________ -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)

07-01-2009, 08:48 PM	#136
72BlckButy Tot Roddin' Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 24,461	Re: '56 Chevy Panel build (SLP) Hopefully a little work on the truck and then of course some BBQ. __________________ -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)

07-01-2009, 09:04 PM	#138
72BlckButy Tot Roddin' Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 24,461	Re: '56 Chevy Panel build (SLP) BTW... the rear link is coming together nicely. Almost to nice to cover up. __________________ -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)

07-01-2009, 10:16 PM	#139
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07-02-2009, 02:37 AM	#140
hotrodrookie Registered User Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Sacramento Posts: 425	Re: '56 Chevy Panel build (SLP) Your suspension work is looking trick. I was thinking about a triangulated 4 link for my truck but I wasnt sure how to mount the upper bars close in towards the diff. Im looking forward to seeing how your upper bracket works. Do you have any insight on the angle of the upper bars and the instant center?

07-02-2009, 09:01 AM	#142
dennis57 Registered User Join Date: May 2009 Location: Rio Rancho New Mexico Posts: 155	Re: '56 Chevy Panel build (SLP) Your moving along quick and it looks good! __________________

07-05-2009, 04:55 PM	#143
GRIMSS --------------- Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Central Missouri Posts: 1,791	Re: '56 Chevy Panel build (SLP) Got a little done before I headed for the lake on 7-2 __________________ 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

07-05-2009, 05:21 PM	#144
57ToyBox Registered User Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Callander Ont. Posts: 387	Re: '56 Chevy Panel build (SLP) The Link Brackets look awesome. Nice work __________________ --Glenn-- http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=345975 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=564403



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07-09-2009, 07:21 PM	#145
IvelDesigns Commander Taco Bello Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Des Moines, Iowa Posts: 2,232	Re: '56 Chevy Panel build (SLP) wow, just now seeing this thread. can't wait to see it in person at the all trucks nats. it's gonna be a sick truck when you're done. __________________ Bagged '50 3600 - Bumper punchin' road kill since 2009... Bagged '69 C10 Longbed - Bumper punchin' road kill since 2007...

07-09-2009, 08:23 PM	#146
GRIMSS --------------- Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Central Missouri Posts: 1,791	Re: '56 Chevy Panel build (SLP) Thanks Levi. It won't be much for the eyes as to the body but the suspension should be done for the show. I can't wait to see your truck. From the pics I saw I liked the hood prop. __________________ 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

07-11-2009, 11:08 PM	#147
GRIMSS --------------- Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Central Missouri Posts: 1,791	Re: '56 Chevy Panel build (SLP) Worked on the upper front mounts today. __________________ 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

07-14-2009, 09:01 PM	#148
72BlckButy Tot Roddin' Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 24,461	Re: '56 Chevy Panel build (SLP) Coming right along Jared! __________________ -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)

07-18-2009, 07:18 PM	#149
GRIMSS --------------- Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Central Missouri Posts: 1,791	Re: '56 Chevy Panel build (SLP) Today got all the bars tacked in place. Raised axle all the way up to test and get a placement for the bags. Cut out more sheetmetal to tuck the wheels way up there. tucked up __________________ 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

07-18-2009, 07:20 PM	#150
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