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My 61 Uni short (updated)

Posted: December 29, 2009, 9:46 pm
by unibodynewbie
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.
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Here are some updated pics:

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More updates:
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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.

Posted: December 29, 2009, 10:57 pm
by Lee's 64
: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?

Posted: December 29, 2009, 11:00 pm
by 36truck
Solid looking short Uni. I like.

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Posted: December 29, 2009, 11:04 pm
by unibodynewbie
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.

Posted: December 29, 2009, 11:10 pm
by Greg D
Very Nice!

Posted: December 29, 2009, 11:49 pm
by dotcentral
Looks like a good project. That chrome (grille & bumper) look straight and shiny.

Posted: December 30, 2009, 12:01 am
by ezernut9mm
that thing looks tough.

Posted: December 30, 2009, 12:52 am
by deviant1
I like it so far! Keep the pics coming.

Posted: December 30, 2009, 1:05 am
by Hoofbeat Racer
very nice. You are going to have a blast with that thing

Posted: December 30, 2009, 6:13 am
by Anthony
Sweet ride!!!!

Posted: December 30, 2009, 10:06 am
by 64low-n-slow
What a cool looking truck! Welcome.

thanks

Posted: December 30, 2009, 12:40 pm
by unibodynewbie
Thanks everyone for the comments. Got real big plans for this baby.

Posted: December 30, 2009, 8:00 pm
by tbritt
:welcome: From S.E. Oklahoma, still don't know how I let that one slip out of the state :?:

Welcome to forum!

Posted: December 31, 2009, 11:50 pm
by stoney1964
What part of the world are you in?
Lot of good info on here.
Stoney1964
Southern Indiana

Posted: January 5, 2010, 10:09 pm
by Reds Rod Shop
Nice truck. Keep the pics and info coming. Other people's progress keeps me inspired.

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Posted: January 5, 2010, 11:06 pm
by unibodynewbie
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.

Re: truck

Posted: January 5, 2010, 11:26 pm
by ezernut9mm
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?

Meeting

Posted: January 5, 2010, 11:48 pm
by unibodynewbie
They are meeting at the Perkins restaurant on West Sunshine by Bass Pro shops at 2:30pm Saturday. Come on down.

Posted: January 20, 2010, 1:16 pm
by trukman69
I agree it's pics like these that keep all of us inspired.

Updated pics

Posted: October 17, 2010, 5:53 pm
by unibodynewbie
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

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Shifter made from an old stove handle

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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.

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

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Motor ...Roller 302 with 5 speed