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Lemondrop63 · 09-10-2007, 06:54 AM

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Originally Posted by 918733

Do you have any pics of the top chop. Or ant reference material. Super cool truck can't wait to see more pics.

I don't have any other pics. But as far as the chop, its best to cut the top into quarters, then weld the sections back,after you take out how ever much of a chop. Then fill in the gaps between the sections. but behind the doors there is a lot cutting down and fills. As far as the windshield, mine cracked, so I haven't crossed that bridge yet.

Lemondrop63 · 10-09-2007, 04:21 PM

Alright well the friend that is "helping" me do "our build" just saw this and is all ticked that I didn't mention him. Well thanks to you, Hellsfire and this truck my wife and wallet hate me! lol lol

**ChiefRocka** · 10-09-2007, 09:17 PM

I'm sure he'll get over it....

Real_McCoy · 10-09-2007, 09:42 PM

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Originally Posted by Lemondrop63

Alright well the friend that is "helping" me do "our build" just saw this and is all ticked that I didn't mention him. Well thanks to you, Hellsfire and this truck my wife and wallet hate me! lol lol

Yeah, but you have one sweet ride in the making! Your wife will get over it, or maybe not, and as a gearhead your wallet will always hate you.

Iron-Butt · 10-11-2007, 12:58 PM

Nice work.

Solo2002 · 08-27-2012, 11:09 PM

Im doing the drip rail on mine did you do it in short sections cutting and welding or just lop it off then weld it? What hinges did you use for the doors for them to miss the cab like they do? Great work by the way.
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Lemondrop63 · 08-28-2012, 06:22 AM

I did do mine in small 3"-5" sections. the metal becomes thin there and is a little tough to weld back. In the end I also welded a 5/16 solid rod on the inside where the top and front meet for strength. (not sure if needed). the small dia. rod can be bent to the contour of the cab. The Hinges are the factory ones. the doors and cab jams are all X-out. the front of the drivers side door was cut off and welded to the rear of the passenger door, the the rear of the drivers welded to the front of the passenger door. then the cab jams done the same way. a crazy amount of work. a hinge kit would be ALOT easier. but it is a really cool mod.

jonzcustomshop · 08-28-2012, 09:10 AM

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Originally Posted by Lemondrop63

I did do mine in small 3"-5" sections. the metal becomes thin there and is a little tough to weld back. In the end I also welded a 5/16 solid rod on the inside where the top and front meet for strength. (not sure if needed). the small dia. rod can be bent to the contour of the cab. The Hinges are the factory ones. the doors and cab jams are all X-out. the front of the drivers side door was cut off and welded to the rear of the passenger door, the the rear of the drivers welded to the front of the passenger door. then the cab jams done the same way. a crazy amount of work. a hinge kit would be ALOT easier. but it is a really cool mod.

hey now, first post since '07 and no pics??

always wondered if you finished this truck...

I had thought of doing the drip rail on my custom truck the same way...

Solo2002 · 08-28-2012, 08:52 PM

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Originally Posted by Lemondrop63

I did do mine in small 3"-5" sections. the metal becomes thin there and is a little tough to weld back. In the end I also welded a 5/16 solid rod on the inside where the top and front meet for strength. (not sure if needed). the small dia. rod can be bent to the contour of the cab. The Hinges are the factory ones. the doors and cab jams are all X-out. the front of the drivers side door was cut off and welded to the rear of the passenger door, the the rear of the drivers welded to the front of the passenger door. then the cab jams done the same way. a crazy amount of work. a hinge kit would be ALOT easier. but it is a really cool mod.

Ok thank you for the info on the drip rail and I believe I'm gonna go for the mono hinges on mine just wish they would swing in like yours do that's awesome thanks again

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10-09-2007, 04:21 PM	#27
Lemondrop63 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Hamilton, Ohio Posts: 109	Re: First custom build 63 c10 Alright well the friend that is "helping" me do "our build" just saw this and is all ticked that I didn't mention him. Well thanks to you, Hellsfire and this truck my wife and wallet hate me! lol lol __________________ This one time at bandcamp, in my c10, I ran over the girl hiding the flute! http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=255141

10-09-2007, 09:17 PM	#28
ChiefRocka Hollister, CA. Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Hollister, Ca. Posts: 6,150	Re: First custom build 63 c10 I'm sure he'll get over it.... __________________ John What the Heck is that ?? CURRENT BUILDS: 62 BurbMaster Other Builds: My '63 C-10,LWB,CC,BBW '06 HD StrAight Axle Swap Father/Son '67 C-20, LQ9,4L80,Bagged,8-Lugger !!Good Friend Richard's Build AMERICAN CUSTOMS & CLASSICS (831) 630-1965 www.ACCHOLLISTER.com ACC on FACEBOOK "Rest in Peace, Mom & Dad ... I will see you again someday!" Last edited by ChiefRocka; 10-09-2007 at 09:19 PM.

10-11-2007, 12:58 PM	#30
Iron-Butt 454 club Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Oklahoma Posts: 1,348	Re: First custom build 63 c10 Nice work. __________________ David 1965 Chevrolet c-10 454 automatic Custom bbw swb. 1965 Chevrolet C-10 swb (Sold) 1963 Chevrolet C-10 6 Cyl automatic with dual exhaust, pb, ps and 17's. R.I.P "I will miss you. 1967 Chevrolet C-10 6 Cyl Custom lwb 1939 Chevrolet Coupe, 350 v8 automatic. 1935 Chevrolet 2 Dr Standard in the works. 2015 Harley Davidson Street Glide. 2023 Chevrolet Stingray Z51 Convertible. I never want to grow up.

08-27-2012, 11:09 PM	#31
Solo2002 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Bibb CO.Alabama Posts: 321	Re: First custom build 63 c10 Im doing the drip rail on mine did you do it in short sections cutting and welding or just lop it off then weld it? What hinges did you use for the doors for them to miss the cab like they do? Great work by the way. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ 1966 C10 short stepper KMHK

08-28-2012, 06:22 AM	#32
Lemondrop63 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Hamilton, Ohio Posts: 109	Re: First custom build 63 c10 I did do mine in small 3"-5" sections. the metal becomes thin there and is a little tough to weld back. In the end I also welded a 5/16 solid rod on the inside where the top and front meet for strength. (not sure if needed). the small dia. rod can be bent to the contour of the cab. The Hinges are the factory ones. the doors and cab jams are all X-out. the front of the drivers side door was cut off and welded to the rear of the passenger door, the the rear of the drivers welded to the front of the passenger door. then the cab jams done the same way. a crazy amount of work. a hinge kit would be ALOT easier. but it is a really cool mod. __________________ This one time at bandcamp, in my c10, I ran over the girl hiding the flute! http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=255141



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