My 61 Uni short (updated)

unibodynewbie · Post by **unibodynewbie** » December 29, 2009, 9:46 pm

Here are some pics of my uni shortbed. I have some others but can't get them on here tonight. Will keep updating as I go.

Here are some updated pics:

More updates:

Just a couple wiring issues and maybe a motor issue....lol. That's what a guy gets for buying someone elses project and not hearing it run. Oh well, now I can do a couple things without the motor in the way.

Lee's 64 · Post by **Lee's 64** » December 29, 2009, 10:57 pm

:D Man I like it. Give us some details (paint,wheels,interior,etc). Iv'e always liked the shortbed unis. I missed out on a 61 Big Back Glass shortbed a couple of years ago. Keep it up. Where are you located?

36truck · Post by **36truck** » December 29, 2009, 11:00 pm

Solid looking short Uni. I like.

unibodynewbie · Post by **unibodynewbie** » December 29, 2009, 11:04 pm

Well I actually got this off Epay....lol. It has custom made rims from a company that makes stock car wheels. there is 12 inches of tire under the back with the offset. I have a custom hood that I will post a pic of soon. I am working on welding up and repairing the little amount of rust in the cab. I have taken out the old tired 3 speed and put in a 5 speed from a 93 mustang gt. Fabing a custom mount currently. I have the original smoked windshield. It has been dropped in the front with a 4 inch drop axle from the guys in OK. It has been flipped in the back and will get C-notched real soon. I'm replacing the wiring and most everything on it so I can drive it daily. Then I'm selling my Chevy....lol. Went from chevy to Ford in a big swoop. I know nothing about them, but have plenty of people around me who do and I'm not afraid to ask questions or for help.

Post by **Greg D** » December 29, 2009, 11:10 pm

Very Nice!

dotcentral · Post by **dotcentral** » December 29, 2009, 11:49 pm

Looks like a good project. That chrome (grille & bumper) look straight and shiny.

ezernut9mm · Post by **ezernut9mm** » December 30, 2009, 12:01 am

that thing looks tough.

deviant1 · Post by **deviant1** » December 30, 2009, 12:52 am

I like it so far! Keep the pics coming.

Hoofbeat Racer · Post by **Hoofbeat Racer** » December 30, 2009, 1:05 am

very nice. You are going to have a blast with that thing

Anthony · Post by **Anthony** » December 30, 2009, 6:13 am

Sweet ride!!!!

64low-n-slow · Post by **64low-n-slow** » December 30, 2009, 10:06 am

What a cool looking truck! Welcome.

unibodynewbie · Post by **unibodynewbie** » December 30, 2009, 12:40 pm

Thanks everyone for the comments. Got real big plans for this baby.

tbritt · Post by **tbritt** » December 30, 2009, 8:00 pm

From S.E. Oklahoma, still don't know how I let that one slip out of the state

stoney1964 · Post by **stoney1964** » December 31, 2009, 11:50 pm

What part of the world are you in?
Lot of good info on here.
Stoney1964
Southern Indiana

Reds Rod Shop · Post by **Reds Rod Shop** » January 5, 2010, 10:09 pm

Nice truck. Keep the pics and info coming. Other people's progress keeps me inspired.

unibodynewbie · Post by **unibodynewbie** » January 5, 2010, 11:06 pm

I appreciate the comments. I'm from Springfield, MO. Love the area and we have a F100 club here. Going to the 1st meeting saturday.

ezernut9mm · Post by **ezernut9mm** » January 5, 2010, 11:26 pm

unibodynewbie wrote:I appreciate the comments. I'm from Springfield, MO. Love the area and we have a F100 club here. Going to the 1st meeting saturday.

oh man, i wish i could make it down. where do they meet?

unibodynewbie · Post by **unibodynewbie** » January 5, 2010, 11:48 pm

They are meeting at the Perkins restaurant on West Sunshine by Bass Pro shops at 2:30pm Saturday. Come on down.

trukman69 · Post by **trukman69** » January 20, 2010, 1:16 pm

I agree it's pics like these that keep all of us inspired.

unibodynewbie · Post by **unibodynewbie** » October 17, 2010, 5:53 pm

Here are a few updated pics....been a while and unfortunately I have run out of cash till I sell my silverado. Anyway hope everyone likes them.

Shane

Shifter made from an old stove handle

Chrome powder coated. Drilled holes and were too big so I got some rubber hose, sliced it down the middle, glued ends together and worked like a charm. Looks pretty good too.

Little dark, but shows booster, master cylinder and clutch master cylinder.

Motor ...Roller 302 with 5 speed

My 61 Uni short (updated)

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