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mvitale27 · 10-10-2013, 10:31 AM

Hey guys,

I just bought a 1956 3600. Truck is coming from IA and has no engine/trans. I am building a 383 stroker for it and will be doing a 4x4 conversion. I will post pics when the truck gets here sometime next week.

**Dan in Pasadena** · 10-10-2013, 10:54 AM

Congrats and welcome!

There are a great bunch of guys here. I haven't found a jerk among them....yet!
(Oh oh, that means it's ME!! lol)

So what are your plans for this truck? And yes, its traditional here to show us your truck and introduce yourself to us. Explain who you are, what you do, your level of automotive experience, etc. It's all good. We draw expertise from accomplished guys and we offer advice (even when you don't want it!) to lesser experienced guys.

Best, Dan

**buggy5872** · 10-10-2013, 11:22 AM

Welcome...sounds like a good project

Daze57 · 10-10-2013, 12:05 PM

welcome aboard the forum from sin city
good guys - lots of help if needed

YahamaR1 · 10-10-2013, 12:06 PM

Welcome,, letssss see te pictures

OrrieG · 10-10-2013, 01:19 PM

Welcome, look forward to seeing another 4wd TF build...

mvitale27 · 10-10-2013, 02:53 PM

I'm 22 years old. This is MY first project, although I am currently finishing helping my father with his 71 Vette. I have been working on anything with a motor for as long as I can remember and I am currently finishing my associate's program with New England Tech in Automotive Technology. I have come to learn that while experience is great, knowing the theories behind why and how things work really help you with the precision and effectiveness of automotive service and repairs.

I currently work for a real estate appraisal company, but I will be switching into the automotive field once I graduate in the spring.

I have been lurking around this site since I decided to buy a TF a few months ago and now that I own one I cant wait to start working on it.

Kim57 · 10-10-2013, 04:52 PM

Welcome.
We do love pics.
Kim

Number 9 · 10-10-2013, 06:21 PM

Lots of fun here. I look forward to your project. Art

62lwbc10 · 10-10-2013, 07:04 PM

Welcome and best of luck with your project. The guys on this site are very helpful and have saved me countless times

**G&R's57GMC** · 10-10-2013, 08:56 PM

Here's some pic's for inspiration

fabguy · 10-10-2013, 10:42 PM

Welcome from So. California sounds like project of yours is gonna be great.
As Dan said, if you have questions just ask away, as we are here to help each other.
Before I came to this site I couldn't spell pickem up truck, now I are one. Lol.

mvitale27 · 10-11-2013, 10:02 AM

Thanks for the welcome guys. I will post some pics as soon as she arrives.

mvitale27 · 10-15-2013, 10:36 AM

Shipping company is having a hard time finding a driver to go from IA to RI. This is turning into a pain.

mvitale27 · 10-29-2013, 12:38 PM

Truck finally arrived last night. I will post pics later in the week

Mac the Yankee · 10-29-2013, 03:03 PM

Brad54 has a Napco 4x4 set for a 59- try PM'ing him!

mvitale27 · 10-29-2013, 03:28 PM

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Originally Posted by Mac the Yankee

Brad54 has a Napco 4x4 set for a 59- try PM'ing him!

Thanks but I'm not looking for NAPCO... I will be using a front and rear from a 70s K20.

mvitale27 · 10-30-2013, 10:34 AM

can anyone explain to me how to post pictures?

mvitale27 · 10-30-2013, 10:42 AM

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TNBandit · 10-30-2013, 10:59 AM

Cool ! Looks about the same condition as the 56 3200 series I started with. Keep us posted with periodic updates.

mvitale27 · 10-30-2013, 02:32 PM

Thanks... I am going to start the tear down this weekend. I think I am going to start a build thread. I haven't seen many if any at all 3600 series builds, especially a 4WD conversion.

dubie · 10-30-2013, 02:59 PM

There is a kit available to adapt a 55-59 truck onto a 73-87 chassis that is sold by EZ Chassis Swaps. It comes with all new fabricated cab mounts, rad and box mounts along with a bunch of other things. Might be worth checking out. I think it would be much easier to do a 4x4 than a 2wd conversion

mvitale27 · 10-30-2013, 03:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dubie

There is a kit available to adapt a 55-59 truck onto a 73-87 chassis that is sold by EZ Chassis Swaps. It comes with all new fabricated cab mounts, rad and box mounts along with a bunch of other things. Might be worth checking out. I think it would be much easier to do a 4x4 than a 2wd conversion

I checked out EZ Chassis Swaps, but I am not interested in swapping the frame. 4WD conversion doesnt seem to be "too difficult" thanks to people like OrrieG. Moving spring perches isnt a big deal.

10-10-2013, 10:31 AM	#1
mvitale27 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Rhode Island Posts: 199	New Task Force Owner Hey guys, I just bought a 1956 3600. Truck is coming from IA and has no engine/trans. I am building a 383 stroker for it and will be doing a 4x4 conversion. I will post pics when the truck gets here sometime next week. __________________ 1956 Chevy 3600 Matt's 3/4T 4X4 Build

10-10-2013, 10:54 AM	#2
Dan in Pasadena Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Glendora, CA Posts: 6,344	Re: New Task Force Owner Congrats and welcome! There are a great bunch of guys here. I haven't found a jerk among them....yet! (Oh oh, that means it's ME!! lol) So what are your plans for this truck? And yes, its traditional here to show us your truck and introduce yourself to us. Explain who you are, what you do, your level of automotive experience, etc. It's all good. We draw expertise from accomplished guys and we offer advice (even when you don't want it!) to lesser experienced guys. Best, Dan __________________ '55 Big Window Shortbed, Drive-It-&-Work-On-It slid down the "slippery slope" to a Frame-Off Rodstoration! LQ4/4l85e/C4 IFS/Mustang 8.8 rearend w/3.73's Dan's '55 Big Window "Build" - Well, Kinda!

10-10-2013, 11:22 AM	#3
buggy5872 Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: North Beaver TWP PA Posts: 833	Re: New Task Force Owner Welcome...sounds like a good project __________________ ___________________________ 1959 Apache Short Fleetside, 1959 Apache NAPCO Long Stepside, 1957 3100 with 59 fleetside bed 1957 5700 LCF Crew Cab "Big Bertha",1959 GMC F370 1958 GMC 600, 1946 Chevy, 1959 Viking 60 LCF 1974 Elcamino SS, 1979 6500 GMC Tilt Bed Wrecker Big Bertha Build

10-10-2013, 12:05 PM	#4
Daze57 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Las Vegas - Nev. aka Sin City Posts: 1,835	Re: New Task Force Owner welcome aboard the forum from sin city good guys - lots of help if needed

10-10-2013, 12:06 PM	#5
YahamaR1 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: The Netherlands Posts: 547	Re: New Task Force Owner Welcome,, letssss see te pictures __________________ My chevy 51...... http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=541148 www.knutselracing.nl

10-10-2013, 01:19 PM	#6
OrrieG Registered User Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Idaho Posts: 8,800	Re: New Task Force Owner Welcome, look forward to seeing another 4wd TF build... __________________ 1959 Chevy Short Fleetside w/ 74 4WD drive train (current project) OrrieG Build Thread 1964 Chevelle Malibu w/ 355-350TH (daily driver) Helpful AD and TF Manual Site Old Car Manual Project

10-10-2013, 02:53 PM	#7
mvitale27 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Rhode Island Posts: 199	Re: New Task Force Owner I'm 22 years old. This is MY first project, although I am currently finishing helping my father with his 71 Vette. I have been working on anything with a motor for as long as I can remember and I am currently finishing my associate's program with New England Tech in Automotive Technology. I have come to learn that while experience is great, knowing the theories behind why and how things work really help you with the precision and effectiveness of automotive service and repairs. I currently work for a real estate appraisal company, but I will be switching into the automotive field once I graduate in the spring. I have been lurking around this site since I decided to buy a TF a few months ago and now that I own one I cant wait to start working on it. __________________ 1956 Chevy 3600 Matt's 3/4T 4X4 Build

10-10-2013, 04:52 PM	#8
Kim57 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Corona, California Posts: 7,998	Re: New Task Force Owner Welcome. We do love pics. Kim __________________ My build thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=283107

10-10-2013, 06:21 PM	#9
Number 9 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: boulder creek ca. Posts: 102	Re: New Task Force Owner Lots of fun here. I look forward to your project. Art

10-10-2013, 07:04 PM	#10
62lwbc10 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Westchester, NY Posts: 394	Re: New Task Force Owner Welcome and best of luck with your project. The guys on this site are very helpful and have saved me countless times

10-10-2013, 08:56 PM	#11
G&R's57GMC Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Shasta Lake, CA. Posts: 1,624	Re: New Task Force Owner Here's some pic's for inspiration Attached Images __________________ Glen & Jane's Rides ‘57 GMC NAPCO Long Bed V8 4 speed Bought 2008 7 other cars & trucks , 5 trailers '56 Chevy Long Bed I6, 4 speed Bought 1990 Sold 8.22.2020 ’56 GMC Suburban Pickup V8, 4 speed Hydramatic Bought 1996 Sold 10.11.2020 My Other Tinkerings http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...75#post8967275

10-10-2013, 10:42 PM	#12
fabguy Elev8r Man Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Glendora, CA Posts: 835	Re: New Task Force Owner Welcome from So. California sounds like project of yours is gonna be great. As Dan said, if you have questions just ask away, as we are here to help each other. Before I came to this site I couldn't spell pickem up truck, now I are one. Lol. __________________ 1955.2 C4 Carry-all / Suburban ---> 55.2 Build Thread!! 1958 Fleetside SWB ---> 58 Fleetside Build thread 1939 2 door sedan *My F.B. project page.*

10-11-2013, 10:02 AM	#13
mvitale27 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Rhode Island Posts: 199	Re: New Task Force Owner Thanks for the welcome guys. I will post some pics as soon as she arrives. __________________ 1956 Chevy 3600 Matt's 3/4T 4X4 Build

10-15-2013, 10:36 AM	#14
mvitale27 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Rhode Island Posts: 199	Re: New Task Force Owner Shipping company is having a hard time finding a driver to go from IA to RI. This is turning into a pain. __________________ 1956 Chevy 3600 Matt's 3/4T 4X4 Build

10-29-2013, 12:38 PM	#15
mvitale27 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Rhode Island Posts: 199	Re: New Task Force Owner Truck finally arrived last night. I will post pics later in the week __________________ 1956 Chevy 3600 Matt's 3/4T 4X4 Build



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10-29-2013, 03:03 PM	#16
Mac the Yankee Registered User Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Winder, GA Posts: 274	Re: New Task Force Owner Brad54 has a Napco 4x4 set for a 59- try PM'ing him!

10-30-2013, 10:34 AM	#18
mvitale27 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Rhode Island Posts: 199	Re: New Task Force Owner can anyone explain to me how to post pictures? __________________ 1956 Chevy 3600 Matt's 3/4T 4X4 Build

10-30-2013, 10:42 AM	#19
mvitale27 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Rhode Island Posts: 199	Re: New Task Force Owner __________________ 1956 Chevy 3600 Matt's 3/4T 4X4 Build

10-30-2013, 10:59 AM	#20
TNBandit Registered User Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Limestone Tennessee Posts: 42	Re: New Task Force Owner Cool ! Looks about the same condition as the 56 3200 series I started with. Keep us posted with periodic updates.

10-30-2013, 02:32 PM	#21
mvitale27 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Rhode Island Posts: 199	Re: New Task Force Owner Thanks... I am going to start the tear down this weekend. I think I am going to start a build thread. I haven't seen many if any at all 3600 series builds, especially a 4WD conversion. __________________ 1956 Chevy 3600 Matt's 3/4T 4X4 Build

10-30-2013, 02:59 PM	#22
dubie Registered User Join Date: May 2000 Location: Flin Flon, Manitoba, Canada Posts: 8,853	Re: New Task Force Owner There is a kit available to adapt a 55-59 truck onto a 73-87 chassis that is sold by EZ Chassis Swaps. It comes with all new fabricated cab mounts, rad and box mounts along with a bunch of other things. Might be worth checking out. I think it would be much easier to do a 4x4 than a 2wd conversion __________________ My name's Tim and I'm a truckaholic My 56 Chevy shop truck build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=562795

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