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shrunken66stroker · 08-24-2011, 01:28 AM

I started the passenger fender today but didn't have time to finish. This is actually easier than I thought. The 2" piece that I cut out above the wheel in the center will fit into the bottom of the fender in the front. The roll under of the lip almost matches perfectly. All that's left is to fill in the rectangular hole.

65Pickup · 08-24-2011, 01:53 AM

Amazing touches again...and you make it look so easy. Subtle.

smilts60 · 08-24-2011, 01:58 AM

Ive been waiting to see you do this ever since your other thread. that works out great for that bottom lip. Love the way it looks, way better than moving the wheels forward.

Frizzle Fry · 08-24-2011, 02:42 AM

Nice! Full side view?
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OLDIRON69 · 08-24-2011, 02:13 PM

Just read thru the entire build,awesome work.

wutnxt · 08-24-2011, 03:27 PM

Dude you got some skills......Truck looks amazing

shrunken66stroker · 08-24-2011, 04:02 PM

Thanks guys. I take a full side view tonight for you Frizzle. I got the patch all tacked. If you do this take it slow. As soon as you start cutting the fender you relieve stress in the metal and it wants to flatten out. I tacked from top to bottom and used a hammer and dolly to make sure kept the contour of the fender.

shrunken66stroker · 08-24-2011, 04:06 PM

Then I had to see what the bumper would look like so I cut 1 1/4" out to tighten it up. It looks like I'll have to extend the ends of the bumper about 2" to get them where I want. I may have to take a little material out of the middle of the top because it's tight to the grill support. It would go a little better with the lines of it as well.

shrunken66stroker · 08-24-2011, 05:46 PM

The top bumper line was bugging me so I cut it to match the grill support. Here's a profile view for you, Frizzle. The wheel is still a bit back from the center of the wheel well but it makes a huge difference. Once it's done I'll take a real camera out and get some good pics. I love it... now for the other side.

chad64chevy · 08-24-2011, 06:16 PM

i think that looks great! i think its funny that i have been thinking these very samethings that you have done, the bumper moved in and closing the front fender gap! but i have been to lazy to try any of them! that an i had feared that if i messed up i would be $h!! out of luck, you have skills for sure and diff. showed me that it can be done!!

blackmopar · 08-24-2011, 06:46 PM

man i wish i could give mine that much love - i just keep kickin her in the shin and putting her away wet!

those mods look superb!!

65Pickup · 08-24-2011, 07:59 PM

Great pictures and text, very instructional. Now I have to go look at mine...amazing how the bumper didn't line up. Great fixes

ratty 46 · 08-24-2011, 09:45 PM

Wheelhouse & bumper ... done very nicely. Such a slight change but one that'll make the opening much more pleasing to the eye. Chev II's were like this too.

Ratty 46

samuellg1977 · 08-24-2011, 10:46 PM

I wish I had the patienc and the eye for this stuff. You, Sir, are an Artist, and that ride is your blank canvas.... go ahead and paint your Mona Lisa, Brother!!!
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shrunken66stroker · 08-24-2011, 10:47 PM

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Originally Posted by chad64chevy

i think that looks great! i think its funny that i have been thinking these very samethings that you have done, the bumper moved in and closing the front fender gap! but i have been to lazy to try any of them! that an i had feared that if i messed up i would be $h!! out of luck, you have skills for sure and diff. showed me that it can be done!!

Get on it! It's a nice little weekend project.

redneck6 · 08-24-2011, 11:33 PM

wow just wow . amazing talent . might have to steal fender and bumper idea . if i keep looking at all theses build treads with thes subtle mods i will never be done .

Frizzle Fry · 08-25-2011, 01:53 AM

Definitely an improvement. That lip relocation worked out well. I've done the bumper tuck like that but not the re-arch. Nice touch! Looking forward to seeing it further along and with the hood on to get the full effect.
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wutnxt · 08-25-2011, 09:00 AM

Dude not only do you have mad skills you have a great eye for detail......I think both the fender and the bumper are sweet....So whats next now ?

shrunken66stroker · 08-25-2011, 11:44 AM

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Originally Posted by wutnxt

Dude not only do you have mad skills you have a great eye for detail......I think both the fender and the bumper are sweet....So whats next now ?

Thanks. I'm going to extend the bumper ends back toward the wheel well, then I still need to cut up the fender on the driver's side to match. After that I'm not sure. Drip rail, pinch weld on the bottom of the cab, hood? We'll see.

Dinos63 · 08-25-2011, 03:16 PM

geez duude you are a machine!!

Strodder · 08-25-2011, 07:39 PM

Looks great Greg.

shrunken66stroker · 08-25-2011, 09:35 PM

I've had some time lately so I've been hitting it hard. It's been 113 degrees the last three days and brutal to work in. What can you do when it's that hot? Go buy stuff. I payed a visit to Tuckers Trucks today and got a wiring harness. There were a couple sitting out front too. 60 Panel and 5-6-7 GMC stepper.

Alan's Classic · 08-25-2011, 09:49 PM

Awesome ideas and craftsmanship. Ordering parts in the AC beats working in a hot shop.
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exoticmetalworx · 08-25-2011, 11:17 PM

i guess that since how my truck is sitting i never noticed this big gap good work dude!
hopefully my truck doesnt get blown away

gostranger · 08-26-2011, 09:03 AM

awesome ideas and planning your truck is going to look awesome so many "small"!!! improvements will really set your truck apart keep up the great work!!!! i cant wait to see it when it is done!!

08-24-2011, 01:28 AM	#726
shrunken66stroker Registered User Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Las Vegas, Nv Posts: 954	Re: Shrunken66Stroker's build thread. I started the passenger fender today but didn't have time to finish. This is actually easier than I thought. The 2" piece that I cut out above the wheel in the center will fit into the bottom of the fender in the front. The roll under of the lip almost matches perfectly. All that's left is to fill in the rectangular hole. Attached Images __________________ http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...54#post3194654

08-24-2011, 01:53 AM	#727
65Pickup Registered User Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Vancouver Island BC Posts: 652	Re: Shrunken66Stroker's build thread. Amazing touches again...and you make it look so easy. *Subtle*.

08-24-2011, 01:58 AM	#728
smilts60 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Big Spring Tx Posts: 127	Re: Shrunken66Stroker's build thread. Ive been waiting to see you do this ever since your other thread. that works out great for that bottom lip. Love the way it looks, way better than moving the wheels forward.

08-24-2011, 02:42 AM	#729
Frizzle Fry Registered User Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Hillsboro Oregon Posts: 6,449	Re: Shrunken66Stroker's build thread. Nice! Full side view? Posted via Mobile Device

08-24-2011, 02:13 PM	#730
OLDIRON69 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Ben Wheeler,Texas Posts: 992	Re: Shrunken66Stroker's build thread. Just read thru the entire build,awesome work. __________________ 05 2500HD 6.0 excab 69 LWB-Gone but not forgotten! 68 Dodge Charger 383/727 69 Dodge Charger-440/4spd

08-24-2011, 03:27 PM	#731
wutnxt Registered User Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: vancouver b.c....is the biggest place most people would know but I am actually out in the valley 45 mins away Posts: 2,050	Re: Shrunken66Stroker's build thread. Dude you got some skills......Truck looks amazing __________________ 1966 Pro street build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...?t=448089[ 1958 LS 2 build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=527123 1966 SBFS low and go http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s....php?p=5799909 1966 SBFS street HULK http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post5886625 Poject Low and go gets a 6.2 ltr LSA supercharged with 6 speed automatic Aluinum Radiator Dealer pm for details

08-24-2011, 04:02 PM	#732
shrunken66stroker Registered User Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Las Vegas, Nv Posts: 954	Re: Shrunken66Stroker's build thread. Thanks guys. I take a full side view tonight for you Frizzle. I got the patch all tacked. If you do this take it slow. As soon as you start cutting the fender you relieve stress in the metal and it wants to flatten out. I tacked from top to bottom and used a hammer and dolly to make sure kept the contour of the fender. Attached Images __________________ http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...54#post3194654

08-24-2011, 04:06 PM	#733
shrunken66stroker Registered User Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Las Vegas, Nv Posts: 954	Re: Shrunken66Stroker's build thread. Then I had to see what the bumper would look like so I cut 1 1/4" out to tighten it up. It looks like I'll have to extend the ends of the bumper about 2" to get them where I want. I may have to take a little material out of the middle of the top because it's tight to the grill support. It would go a little better with the lines of it as well. Attached Images __________________ http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...54#post3194654

08-24-2011, 05:46 PM	#734
shrunken66stroker Registered User Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Las Vegas, Nv Posts: 954	Re: Shrunken66Stroker's build thread. The top bumper line was bugging me so I cut it to match the grill support. Here's a profile view for you, Frizzle. The wheel is still a bit back from the center of the wheel well but it makes a huge difference. Once it's done I'll take a real camera out and get some good pics. I love it... now for the other side. Attached Images __________________ http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...54#post3194654

08-24-2011, 06:16 PM	#735
chad64chevy Registered User Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: tulsa,ok. Posts: 1,803	Re: Shrunken66Stroker's build thread. i think that looks great! i think its funny that i have been thinking these very samethings that you have done, the bumper moved in and closing the front fender gap! but i have been to lazy to try any of them! that an i had feared that if i messed up i would be $h!! out of luck, you have skills for sure and diff. showed me that it can be done!!

08-24-2011, 06:46 PM	#736
blackmopar Registered User Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: fallbrook, ca Posts: 326	Re: Shrunken66Stroker's build thread. man i wish i could give mine that much love - i just keep kickin her in the shin and putting her away wet! those mods look superb!!

08-24-2011, 07:59 PM	#737
65Pickup Registered User Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Vancouver Island BC Posts: 652	Re: Shrunken66Stroker's build thread. Great pictures and text, very instructional. Now I have to go look at mine...amazing how the bumper didn't line up. Great fixes

08-24-2011, 09:45 PM	#738
ratty 46 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Atlanta, Ga. Posts: 1,104	Re: Shrunken66Stroker's build thread. Wheelhouse & bumper ... done very nicely. Such a slight change but one that'll make the opening much more pleasing to the eye. Chev II's were like this too. Ratty 46

08-24-2011, 10:46 PM	#739
samuellg1977 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Oak Grove, Kentucky Posts: 226	Re: Shrunken66Stroker's build thread. I wish I had the patienc and the eye for this stuff. You, Sir, are an Artist, and that ride is your blank canvas.... go ahead and paint your Mona Lisa, Brother!!! Posted via Mobile Device

08-24-2011, 11:33 PM	#741
redneck6 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: sparks nv Posts: 142	Re: Shrunken66Stroker's build thread. wow just wow . amazing talent . might have to steal fender and bumper idea . if i keep looking at all theses build treads with thes subtle mods i will never be done . __________________ 64 chevy c10 swb fleet small back window , in progress 454/400 swap , disc front disc rear , and just geting it on the road . 09 ford f350 cc swb 4x4 6.4l , to haul the others home . 2011 chevy hhr not mine but love the milage ..



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08-25-2011, 01:53 AM	#742
Frizzle Fry Registered User Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Hillsboro Oregon Posts: 6,449	Re: Shrunken66Stroker's build thread. Definitely an improvement. That lip relocation worked out well. I've done the bumper tuck like that but not the re-arch. Nice touch! Looking forward to seeing it further along and with the hood on to get the full effect. Posted via Mobile Device

08-25-2011, 09:00 AM	#743
wutnxt Registered User Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: vancouver b.c....is the biggest place most people would know but I am actually out in the valley 45 mins away Posts: 2,050	Re: Shrunken66Stroker's build thread. Dude not only do you have mad skills you have a great eye for detail......I think both the fender and the bumper are sweet....So whats next now ? __________________ 1966 Pro street build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...?t=448089[ 1958 LS 2 build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=527123 1966 SBFS low and go http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s....php?p=5799909 1966 SBFS street HULK http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post5886625 Poject Low and go gets a 6.2 ltr LSA supercharged with 6 speed automatic Aluinum Radiator Dealer pm for details

08-25-2011, 03:16 PM	#745
Dinos63 chevy only Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Phoenix, AZ Posts: 6,619	Re: Shrunken66Stroker's build thread. geez duude you are a machine!! __________________ CHEVY ONLY... Nothin Else !

08-25-2011, 07:39 PM	#746
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08-25-2011, 09:35 PM	#747
shrunken66stroker Registered User Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Las Vegas, Nv Posts: 954	Re: Shrunken66Stroker's build thread. I've had some time lately so I've been hitting it hard. It's been 113 degrees the last three days and brutal to work in. What can you do when it's that hot? Go buy stuff. I payed a visit to Tuckers Trucks today and got a wiring harness. There were a couple sitting out front too. 60 Panel and 5-6-7 GMC stepper. Attached Images __________________ http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...54#post3194654

08-25-2011, 09:49 PM	#748
Alan's Classic 1 thing at a time is progress. Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Ball Ground GA Posts: 5,511	Re: Shrunken66Stroker's build thread. Awesome ideas and craftsmanship. Ordering parts in the AC beats working in a hot shop. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ Alan Philippians 2:14-16 Alan's Classic Facebook page. North Georgia Group Project 1965 Vitamin C-10 1995 GMC Sierra K1500 The "Wrecker"

08-25-2011, 11:17 PM	#749
exoticmetalworx Registered User Join Date: May 2011 Location: holbrook new york Posts: 144	Re: Shrunken66Stroker's build thread. i guess that since how my truck is sitting i never noticed this big gap good work dude! hopefully my truck doesnt get blown away

08-26-2011, 09:03 AM	#750
gostranger 65 suburban vortec 5.3 bagged Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: upstate new york Posts: 1,317	Re: Shrunken66Stroker's build thread. awesome ideas and planning your truck is going to look awesome so many "small"!!! improvements will really set your truck apart keep up the great work!!!! i cant wait to see it when it is done!!

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