Jack's '65
- 1965fordf100
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Jack's '65
Well, I have finally started working on the truck. I have been a member of the group for a while now, I read almost every post, and have asked some questions of my own. I appreciate everyone's participation in everyone's projects. It is my motivation to get out, and finally get some work done.
The truck was my grandfather's (Jack) truck when I was growing up, and more recently was my Uncle Ricks truck. My dad put the ole '65 on a trailer and hauled out all the way out to Reno, NV where I have now lived for 5 yrs. He brought it out the week after my first born son Dane had arrived. I have finally got the front clip off of the truck, got the rusted through bed floor cut out and off of the frame. And I just got the differential pulled to have rebuilt with new bearing, seals and gaskets. I am also getting ready to prep the frame for restore. I am using Eastwoods Frame Restore Kit, and the suspension and differential is getting a dark gray and light gray paint. I also plan on a slight drop in the suspension, and a black and red two tone paint job. Anyway that is the basics behind my build, any suggestions, comments, and help is always appreciated...
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The truck was my grandfather's (Jack) truck when I was growing up, and more recently was my Uncle Ricks truck. My dad put the ole '65 on a trailer and hauled out all the way out to Reno, NV where I have now lived for 5 yrs. He brought it out the week after my first born son Dane had arrived. I have finally got the front clip off of the truck, got the rusted through bed floor cut out and off of the frame. And I just got the differential pulled to have rebuilt with new bearing, seals and gaskets. I am also getting ready to prep the frame for restore. I am using Eastwoods Frame Restore Kit, and the suspension and differential is getting a dark gray and light gray paint. I also plan on a slight drop in the suspension, and a black and red two tone paint job. Anyway that is the basics behind my build, any suggestions, comments, and help is always appreciated...
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Phil
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It is a really straight truck, but not all that solid...the bed floor is rusted through in several places, mainly the front panel and floor. The cab would suit the Flintstones if you know what I mean. Of I believe I have some pics of the inside of the cab in my profile. But I have seen much worse! I am trying to locate a set of spindles to do a Manual Disc swap. I am getting ready to order all new brake lines, and MC as well. But I'm not going to start running all those lines until I get the front disc parts I need.
Phil
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Anthony, Thanks for the reminder to keep it relaxing...lol, already busted up several knuckles....here is the photobucket link that I just put together to keep track of pics as well...
http://photobucket.com/65fordf100
http://photobucket.com/65fordf100
Phil
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- 1965fordf100
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- Joined: February 25, 2008, 3:32 pm
- Location: Reno, NV
- 1965fordf100
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- Joined: February 25, 2008, 3:32 pm
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Anthony,
I am going to use a ceramic chassis paint. I bought the chassis restore kit from Eastwood. We will see how it turns out. I'm gonna paint the frame in 2 parts...mainly because I don't have anywhere to sit the cab off the frame. Small garage and yard so I can't store it off of the truck anywhere. Thanks for the words of encouragement!
I am going to use a ceramic chassis paint. I bought the chassis restore kit from Eastwood. We will see how it turns out. I'm gonna paint the frame in 2 parts...mainly because I don't have anywhere to sit the cab off the frame. Small garage and yard so I can't store it off of the truck anywhere. Thanks for the words of encouragement!
Phil
I am happy to see that you got your Grandfather's truck. Enjoy every minute working on it. It will be good memories forever.
I got back my dad's truck back about 6 years after he sold it. I am putting this one in the will so that the kid's can never sell it.
Keep the pics coming.
Kevin
I got back my dad's truck back about 6 years after he sold it. I am putting this one in the will so that the kid's can never sell it.
Keep the pics coming.
Kevin
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95 F350 Flatbed Dually Diesel
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Another update...top coat of chassis gloss black is on...
I'm waiting for the differential to come back from getting new bearings and seals, and then I will get that painted and back under the truck...linking pictures from photobucket are coming out way too small so here is the link to check out the newest...
http://photobucket.com/65fordf100
I'm waiting for the differential to come back from getting new bearings and seals, and then I will get that painted and back under the truck...linking pictures from photobucket are coming out way too small so here is the link to check out the newest...
http://photobucket.com/65fordf100
Phil
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So I'm running into a problem...
The only spring shop in town wants $180 bucks to press out and press in my new leaf spring bushings!@#$!@#
I guess you can charge that when you are the only one in town...
Does anyone have any ideas on getting out the old bushing sleeves that are completely rusted in place?
I have used a hack saw and cut the bushing hoping to get it to collapse inward after hitting it with a chisel a couple hundred times, but it's a no go...
The only spring shop in town wants $180 bucks to press out and press in my new leaf spring bushings!@#$!@#
I guess you can charge that when you are the only one in town...
Does anyone have any ideas on getting out the old bushing sleeves that are completely rusted in place?
I have used a hack saw and cut the bushing hoping to get it to collapse inward after hitting it with a chisel a couple hundred times, but it's a no go...
Phil
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I took mine to napa they have a press. Normally charge me $20 for what ever it is i need pressed. g
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If it has a motor or wheels I'm in!
61 F100 Step
"One Step Closer to the Edge!"
http://www.hubgarage.com/mygarage/TotalGearhead
http://www.myspace.com/totalgearhead
dub@thetotalgearhead.com
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If it has a motor or wheels I'm in!
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My advice take the $180 and go buy a press that way you will have one for the next time. Might take a look at a swap meet get a good used one.
64 F100 short bed-style side-460-c6-with side toolbox and Dakota Front Suspension
And a 65 CrewCab
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The pickups
65 Crew Cab
http://www.purpleflyingmonkey.com/CrewCab/index.html
64 F100
http://www.purpleflyingmonkey.com/1964- ... index.html
The Torino project http://www.purpleflyingmonkey.com/1971- ... eFile.html
And a 65 CrewCab
Chris W.
The pickups
65 Crew Cab
http://www.purpleflyingmonkey.com/CrewCab/index.html
64 F100
http://www.purpleflyingmonkey.com/1964- ... index.html
The Torino project http://www.purpleflyingmonkey.com/1971- ... eFile.html
- Total Gearhead
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aka "Horsepower"
61 F100 Step
"One Step Closer to the Edge!"
http://www.hubgarage.com/mygarage/TotalGearhead
http://www.myspace.com/totalgearhead
dub@thetotalgearhead.com
http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=214833125322
If it has a motor or wheels I'm in!
61 F100 Step
"One Step Closer to the Edge!"
http://www.hubgarage.com/mygarage/TotalGearhead
http://www.myspace.com/totalgearhead
dub@thetotalgearhead.com
http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=214833125322
If it has a motor or wheels I'm in!