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joe231 · 03-11-2009, 01:36 PM

nice meats!!!

TimE · 03-11-2009, 09:35 PM

Really liking the wheel/tire combo! That's gonna look good on the truck. Keep up the good work!

JTR · 03-11-2009, 09:52 PM

Thanks guys, camber shim worked like a champ. NAPA did not have the rear brake hose I needed so maybe tomorrow. More plumbing....fuel and rear brakes.

JTR · 09-10-2009, 09:47 AM

Some updates. Been busy wheelin and camping but finally got something done on this rig.

Dash was hacked, here is my attempt to fix it.

Some etching primer....

Wet down the driveway and start spraying.

JTR · 09-10-2009, 09:51 AM

JTR · 09-10-2009, 09:57 AM

Mixed some Rustoleum Industrial paint with Mineral Spirits 4 to 1 and shot the firewall and radiator support.

She like progress.

Current project is to finish doors, fenders, and hood.

JTR · 09-10-2009, 10:06 AM

Had to put the 14 bolt in my Jeep, so the 65 now has a Ford Dana 60 rear end. The 60 was not holding up but I figured it would be Ok for 33" tires and now open.

jgh64pkup · 09-10-2009, 06:14 PM

cool project

1985-GMC · 09-16-2009, 12:24 AM

Cool truck, I've always wanted to build a 4x4 that body style.

JTR · 09-16-2009, 09:51 AM

Ran into a problem, seems the radiator I have (supposed to be stock) does not fit. The 69 4x4 frame front crossmemeber is in the way, doesn't let the rad drop in like the 2wd frame. More research....

**Captainfab** · 09-16-2009, 11:27 PM

What about removing the '69 crossmember and installing a '63-'66 radiator crossmember. I haven't measured to see if it will fit, but I wouldn't be surprised if it does.

Quote:

Originally Posted by JTR

Ran into a problem, seems the radiator I have (supposed to be stock) does not fit. The 69 4x4 frame front crossmemeber is in the way, doesn't let the rad drop in like the 2wd frame. More research....

816allen · 09-17-2009, 02:33 AM

WOW looking good keep the pics coming

padresag · 09-17-2009, 03:09 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Captainfab

What about removing the '69 crossmember and installing a '63-'66 radiator crossmember. I haven't measured to see if it will fit, but I wouldn't be surprised if it does.

they are the same as I replaced the orig in my 4 x 4 from a 2 w/dr as the orig was cut up to put the detroit in. the 4 x4 has gussets in the front corners that the other doesn't have. can supply photo if required
ron

JTR · 09-17-2009, 10:51 AM

Found some info regarding radiators, seems that the V8 truck radiators sit above the frame anyway. Only the 6cyl radiators sit down into the frame, V8 rads are wider therefore they need to sit above. This is probably common knowledge to you guys but I am a Ford/Jeep guy learning as I go.

Is the search working for you guys? Doesn't seem to be working for me....

Now I just need to make a bracket for the rad to sit on and one to "clamp" it down from the top.

Thanks

JTR · 09-19-2009, 11:14 AM

Somebody cut a 6x9 hole in the door.

covering up the hole for a 4 sp tranny

62 short step · 09-19-2009, 11:28 AM

Looking good!

**ChiefRocka** · 09-19-2009, 11:29 AM

Looking good man....Can't wait to see some wheel'n pics !!!

Wildstreak · 10-04-2009, 01:19 AM

nice project!
what did you use for primer/sealer?

66Z71 · 10-14-2009, 01:16 PM

I love those trucks

JTR · 10-15-2009, 12:05 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Wildstreak

nice project!
what did you use for primer/sealer?

I got the etching primer at NAPA, it is Finish 1, and the sealer/surfacer I got from Summit Racing. It is their brand.....new paint line. Havn't put any sealer on yet. Been busy building new wheels for my Jeep.....

JRBECK64 · 10-15-2009, 12:48 PM

I really enjoy this Thread. You guys are doing some great work. Cant waite to see the finished product. What color are you going to paint it? I saw a 66 3/4 ton 4x4 the other day setting in a field near where I live and I have been meaning to stop and ask the guy if he would like to part with it. Your project is motivating me to move on that truck. Of coarse being that I have 6 projects at home already my Wife might kill me if I bring another one home. Great Job!!!

JRBECK64

mcmullinauctions · 10-17-2009, 11:27 PM

Hey, could you post some pictures of your very front leaf spring hangers? Are those home-made? They seem to line up well. Great looking truck keep up the good work!

JTR · 10-18-2009, 09:50 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mcmullinauctions

Hey, could you post some pictures of your very front leaf spring hangers? Are those home-made? They seem to line up well. Great looking truck keep up the good work!

It is a homemade crossmember, it is moved forward so I could run 73-87 front springs.

This is the only pic I have uploaded right now.

Wildstreak · 01-13-2010, 07:25 PM

you wouldnt happen to have the part number for that etch primer would you? did it come green or?

JTR · 01-13-2010, 10:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Wildstreak

you wouldnt happen to have the part number for that etch primer would you? did it come green or?

Yeah is was green, much like olive drab.

Finish 1
FP301

03-11-2009, 01:36 PM	#26
joe231 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Palmer, Alaska Posts: 13,821	Re: 65 3/4 ton 4x4 buildup nice meats!!! __________________ *CHEVY ONLY*

03-11-2009, 09:35 PM	#27
TimE Hey Y'all!! Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Bay Minette, Alabama Posts: 1,755	Re: 65 3/4 ton 4x4 buildup Really liking the wheel/tire combo! That's gonna look good on the truck. Keep up the good work! __________________ Just hopin' I live long enough to finish something!!!

03-11-2009, 09:52 PM	#28
JTR Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Fallon, NV Posts: 57	Re: 65 3/4 ton 4x4 buildup Thanks guys, camber shim worked like a champ. NAPA did not have the rear brake hose I needed so maybe tomorrow. More plumbing....fuel and rear brakes. __________________ Sold...1965 Chevy 3x4 ton 4x4, short bed step side

09-10-2009, 09:47 AM	#29
JTR Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Fallon, NV Posts: 57	Re: 65 3/4 ton 4x4 buildup Some updates. Been busy wheelin and camping but finally got something done on this rig. Dash was hacked, here is my attempt to fix it. Some etching primer.... Wet down the driveway and start spraying. __________________ Sold...1965 Chevy 3x4 ton 4x4, short bed step side

09-10-2009, 09:51 AM	#30
JTR Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Fallon, NV Posts: 57	Re: 65 3/4 ton 4x4 buildup __________________ Sold...1965 Chevy 3x4 ton 4x4, short bed step side

09-10-2009, 09:57 AM	#31
JTR Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Fallon, NV Posts: 57	Re: 65 3/4 ton 4x4 buildup Mixed some Rustoleum Industrial paint with Mineral Spirits 4 to 1 and shot the firewall and radiator support. She like progress. Current project is to finish doors, fenders, and hood. __________________ Sold...1965 Chevy 3x4 ton 4x4, short bed step side

09-10-2009, 10:06 AM	#32
JTR Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Fallon, NV Posts: 57	Re: 65 3/4 ton 4x4 buildup Had to put the 14 bolt in my Jeep, so the 65 now has a Ford Dana 60 rear end. The 60 was not holding up but I figured it would be Ok for 33" tires and now open. __________________ Sold...1965 Chevy 3x4 ton 4x4, short bed step side

09-10-2009, 06:14 PM	#33
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09-16-2009, 12:24 AM	#34
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09-16-2009, 09:51 AM	#35
JTR Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Fallon, NV Posts: 57	Re: 65 3/4 ton 4x4 buildup Ran into a problem, seems the radiator I have (supposed to be stock) does not fit. The 69 4x4 frame front crossmemeber is in the way, doesn't let the rad drop in like the 2wd frame. More research.... __________________ Sold...1965 Chevy 3x4 ton 4x4, short bed step side

09-17-2009, 02:33 AM	#37
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09-17-2009, 10:51 AM	#39
JTR Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Fallon, NV Posts: 57	Re: 65 3/4 ton 4x4 buildup Found some info regarding radiators, seems that the V8 truck radiators sit above the frame anyway. Only the 6cyl radiators sit down into the frame, V8 rads are wider therefore they need to sit above. This is probably common knowledge to you guys but I am a Ford/Jeep guy learning as I go. Is the search working for you guys? Doesn't seem to be working for me.... Now I just need to make a bracket for the rad to sit on and one to "clamp" it down from the top. Thanks __________________ Sold...1965 Chevy 3x4 ton 4x4, short bed step side

09-19-2009, 11:14 AM	#40
JTR Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Fallon, NV Posts: 57	Re: 65 3/4 ton 4x4 buildup Somebody cut a 6x9 hole in the door. covering up the hole for a 4 sp tranny __________________ Sold...1965 Chevy 3x4 ton 4x4, short bed step side

09-19-2009, 11:28 AM	#41
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09-19-2009, 11:29 AM	#42
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10-04-2009, 01:19 AM	#43
Wildstreak "something witty here" Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Salmo, B.C, Canada Posts: 966	Re: 65 3/4 ton 4x4 buildup nice project! what did you use for primer/sealer? __________________ 57 chevy 4x4 70 swb fleetside 4x4 68 burb 2wd: 71 burb 2wd: 350 4spd 71 lwb fleetside 4x4: 350/sm465/205/3.07 eaton posi rear 72 lwb fleetside Cheyenne 454/th400 1991 GMC V3500 CC 4x4

10-14-2009, 01:16 PM	#44
66Z71 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Milwaukie, Oregon Posts: 204	Re: 65 3/4 ton 4x4 buildup I love those trucks

10-15-2009, 12:48 PM	#46
JRBECK64 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Cornelius Oregon Posts: 1,073	Re: 65 3/4 ton 4x4 buildup I really enjoy this Thread. You guys are doing some great work. Cant waite to see the finished product. What color are you going to paint it? I saw a 66 3/4 ton 4x4 the other day setting in a field near where I live and I have been meaning to stop and ask the guy if he would like to part with it. Your project is motivating me to move on that truck. Of coarse being that I have 6 projects at home already my Wife might kill me if I bring another one home. Great Job!!! JRBECK64

10-17-2009, 11:27 PM	#47
mcmullinauctions McMullin Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Missouri Posts: 129	Re: 65 3/4 ton 4x4 buildup Hey, could you post some pictures of your very front leaf spring hangers? Are those home-made? They seem to line up well. Great looking truck keep up the good work!

01-13-2010, 07:25 PM	#49
Wildstreak "something witty here" Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Salmo, B.C, Canada Posts: 966	Re: 65 3/4 ton 4x4 buildup you wouldnt happen to have the part number for that etch primer would you? did it come green or? __________________ 57 chevy 4x4 70 swb fleetside 4x4 68 burb 2wd: 71 burb 2wd: 350 4spd 71 lwb fleetside 4x4: 350/sm465/205/3.07 eaton posi rear 72 lwb fleetside Cheyenne 454/th400 1991 GMC V3500 CC 4x4

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