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Slammed96 · 12-23-2020, 10:39 PM

Came across this picture the other day and quite like the idea. Has anyone done something similar on their trucks? Thinking I may try my hand at it, but wouldn't mind seeing the finished product if anyone else has already pulled it off.

**kev2809** · 12-24-2020, 12:16 AM

i kinda like it. what is that off of?

Ziegelsteinfaust · 12-24-2020, 01:15 AM

There was a guy I saw who on a square body rcsb lowered the front, and rear wheel well openings. He also narrowed the front track width so he could turn the truck laid out.

I can see where your going there, and it looks like a great idea from here. You would have to do something with the front to tie it together.

Slammed96 · 12-24-2020, 07:30 AM

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Originally Posted by kev2809

i kinda like it. what is that off of?

61 Biscayne if memory serves.

**jayoldschool** · 12-24-2020, 03:44 PM

57 Chevy might be easier, it's a flat panel without the crease above the wheelwell.

Slammed96 · 12-24-2020, 10:04 PM

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Originally Posted by jayoldschool

57 Chevy might be easier, it's a flat panel without the crease above the wheelwell.

That or a 59. Only problem with the 57 idea is you have to pay that tri 5 tax for any panels. Original or repops. 59 it seems doesn't have an aftermarke panel just yet that I can find.

shortbed70 · 12-25-2020, 07:42 PM

I like it a lot but if you ever have to remove the rear wheel you better plan on removing the rear shocks springs and possibly drive shaft to get the rear down far enough to remove. If you have a wide tire that is. I would love to put that arch from a 57 on mine but I’m not that committed...

Slammed96 · 12-26-2020, 10:52 AM

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Originally Posted by shortbed70

I like it a lot but if you ever have to remove the rear wheel you better plan on removing the rear shocks springs and possibly drive shaft to get the rear down far enough to remove. If you have a wide tire that is. I would love to put that arch from a 57 on mine but I’m not that committed...

I'm already almost to that point with my current drop

the question really is: how much more do I want to hate life to have a really cool truck?

Slammed96 · 08-24-2021, 04:32 PM

So...I found those panels....and I bought a set. Once I finish painting the cab I'm going to see how much trouble I can get into installing them in my bed.

88Stanger · 08-25-2021, 10:26 AM

Now this is going to look great, different and sleek... i like the idea....

Slammed96 · 08-25-2021, 10:32 AM

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Originally Posted by 88Stanger

Now this is going to look great, different and sleek... i like the idea....

Here's how the original picture mockup turned out. Not my truck, but one I follow. Definitely turned out pretty awesome!

vin63 · 08-25-2021, 02:36 PM

That's pretty cool. I didn't change the shape of the bedside opening on mine...just stretched it forward 3.5 inches to accommodate the taller tire and center the tire/wheel in the opening (kind of what that guy did by changing the shape of the opening) when lowered since the trailing arm suspension pulls the axle centerline forward.

Slammed96 · 08-25-2021, 07:46 PM

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Originally Posted by vin63

That's pretty cool. I didn't change the shape of the bedside opening on mine...just stretched it forward 3.5 inches to accommodate the taller tire and center the tire/wheel in the opening (kind of what that guy did by changing the shape of the opening) when lowered since the trailing arm suspension pulls the axle centerline forward.

Ive actually had my eye on your build for a good while. Love how the fenders turned out both front and rear.

88Stanger · 08-26-2021, 12:04 PM

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Originally Posted by Slammed96

Here's how the original picture mockup turned out. Not my truck, but one I follow. Definitely turned out pretty awesome!

Oh HECK YES!! Now that is awesome.... love the stance, look, just sexy...

12-23-2020, 10:39 PM	#1
Slammed96 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: Olathe KS Posts: 156	Body modifications Came across this picture the other day and quite like the idea. Has anyone done something similar on their trucks? Thinking I may try my hand at it, but wouldn't mind seeing the finished product if anyone else has already pulled it off. Attached Images __________________ 14 Silverado- 4/6 drop daily 66 GMC short wide Custom Cab- building to be low and cruise. 4.8/t56 swap occurring now. Stupid low static drop 66 GMC 1 ton stepside looooong bed- the tow pig/work truck.

12-24-2020, 12:16 AM	#2
kev2809 low n' slo Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: rosenberg, texas Posts: 5,175	Re: Body modifications i kinda like it. what is that off of? __________________ 67 1/2 ton Suburban - Project DRGNWGN. Build thread -_--_--_ _________ _--_-_ -/____\|__\|__\__ ,.,,,.,.,,.,\|_O _______ O_]

12-24-2020, 01:15 AM	#3
Ziegelsteinfaust Registered User Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Temple City Posts: 3,628	Re: Body modifications There was a guy I saw who on a square body rcsb lowered the front, and rear wheel well openings. He also narrowed the front track width so he could turn the truck laid out. I can see where your going there, and it looks like a great idea from here. You would have to do something with the front to tie it together.

12-24-2020, 03:44 PM	#5
jayoldschool Moderator Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: ON, Canada Posts: 2,176	Re: Body modifications 57 Chevy might be easier, it's a flat panel without the crease above the wheelwell.

12-25-2020, 07:42 PM	#7
shortbed70 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Forney TX Posts: 4,512	Re: Body modifications I like it a lot but if you ever have to remove the rear wheel you better plan on removing the rear shocks springs and possibly drive shaft to get the rear down far enough to remove. If you have a wide tire that is. I would love to put that arch from a 57 on mine but I’m not that committed... __________________ Troy 1965 Chevy Bagged,361 sbc,voodoo cam,1.5 full roller rockers,patriot 185cc vortec heads 2.02-1.60,vortec weiand polished intake,demon carb my truckhttp://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=332884 Big Red Dog build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=572274

08-24-2021, 04:32 PM	#9
Slammed96 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: Olathe KS Posts: 156	Re: Body modifications So...I found those panels....and I bought a set. Once I finish painting the cab I'm going to see how much trouble I can get into installing them in my bed. __________________ 14 Silverado- 4/6 drop daily 66 GMC short wide Custom Cab- building to be low and cruise. 4.8/t56 swap occurring now. Stupid low static drop 66 GMC 1 ton stepside looooong bed- the tow pig/work truck.

08-25-2021, 10:26 AM	#10
88Stanger Registered User Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: Washington State Posts: 1,654	Re: Body modifications Now this is going to look great, different and sleek... i like the idea.... __________________ John 3:16 - Saved me... God Bless

08-25-2021, 02:36 PM	#12
vin63 It's Better With Nitro Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Chino Hills, CA Posts: 2,262	Re: Body modifications That's pretty cool. I didn't change the shape of the bedside opening on mine...just stretched it forward 3.5 inches to accommodate the taller tire and center the tire/wheel in the opening (kind of what that guy did by changing the shape of the opening) when lowered since the trailing arm suspension pulls the axle centerline forward. Attached Images __________________ 1963 C-10: Deluxe-optioned cab, shortbed, fleetside Pontiac 462 ci, Kauffman D-Port alum. heads 4L80E, narrowed sheetmetal Ford 9-inch Tubular front and rear suspension Custom 6-piston front disc and 4-piston rear disc brakes



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