52b3b Joe Posted March 17, 2014 Author Report Share Posted March 17, 2014 (edited) What make and model radio is that ? Thanks, Hank Its a mopar model 820. I think Philco made them. Here's a video of it in action. I'm not the best with a camera... It is very LOUD with the 6x9 and the 5.25" round speaker in the dash. As you can see in the video, with the radio receives a signal from the ipod, it doesn't allow the am to transmit to the speakers. As soon as you disconnect the ipod it goes right back to the am radio. The radio guy made a small circuit board to do it all with all the original radio guts. Edited March 17, 2014 by 52b3b Joe 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fargo52 Posted March 22, 2014 Report Share Posted March 22, 2014 I just found your 52B project and have been reading it from the start to finish , love your work and dedication to the truck .You have provided a lot of inspiration to keep going on my own projects . thx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
52b3b Joe Posted March 23, 2014 Author Report Share Posted March 23, 2014 I just found your 52B project and have been reading it from the start to finish , love your work and dedication to the truck .You have provided a lot of inspiration to keep going on my own projects . thx Thanks for the kind words! I can tell you one thing...without the support of everyone on here I wouldn't have had the inspiration or drive to work on it at the level I have. This forum is great! It is the best tool for your truck. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
52b3b Joe Posted March 29, 2014 Author Report Share Posted March 29, 2014 I'm still slowly working on the truck. I have 90% of the interior done. I need to finish putting the door panels and handles on along with the arm rests. My neighbor is recovering both of my sunvisors for me too. Other than that, I decided to order new bed cross members to replace my old beat up ones. I finished the tail lights this week too. I didn't like the way the original sockets for the bulbs were so I replaced the sockets with the more common type. I then wired them with the correct wiring to make them look "correct" and painted them. My next step is to get the crossmembers painted once I get them and get the bed floor laid out the frame ready for the bed sides. Is this a good approach or is it better to assemble the bed first then put it on as an assembly? I'm still not 100% sure how it all goes (but I'm getting there), because it was already off the truck when I got it. Also, how many people does it take to put it together safely without hurting the paint? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HanksB3B Posted March 30, 2014 Report Share Posted March 30, 2014 (edited) . Also, how many people does it take to put it together safely without hurting the paint? As few as possible, Hank P.S. Where did you get those historically correct tail light lenses ? Nice I want some. Edited March 30, 2014 by HanksB3B Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Merle Coggins Posted March 30, 2014 Report Share Posted March 30, 2014 I assembled my bed by myself. I set wood on the running boards to support the front of the bed sides, and used jack stands under the rear. I was able to attach the front panel loosely to one side to help keep it from falling over, then do the same to the other side. Then connected the rear cross panel. I set the cross members in and attached them loosely to the frame. I could then slide the boards into place and finish the assembly. Once it was all together I squared it up and tightened everything, removing the boards between the bed and running boards, and jack stands. I didn't use the long through bolts that typically hold the bed to the frame. Instead I attached the cross members to the frame with shorter bolts. Since the bed boards are attached to the cross members, via the bed strips, it seems to work just fine. Merle Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
52b3b Joe Posted March 30, 2014 Author Report Share Posted March 30, 2014 As few as possible, Hank P.S. Where did you get those historically correct tail light lenses ? Nice I want some. I bought mine from Roberts. They are pretty nice! I assembled my bed by myself. I set wood on the running boards to support the front of the bed sides, and used jack stands under the rear. I was able to attach the front panel loosely to one side to help keep it from falling over, then do the same to the other side. Then connected the rear cross panel. I set the cross members in and attached them loosely to the frame. I could then slide the boards into place and finish the assembly. Once it was all together I squared it up and tightened everything, removing the boards between the bed and running boards, and jack stands. I didn't use the long through bolts that typically hold the bed to the frame. Instead I attached the cross members to the frame with shorter bolts. Since the bed boards are attached to the cross members, via the bed strips, it seems to work just fine. Merle That sounds like a plan. I'll give it a try but I'm not as brave as you trying it by myself! I'll enlist my dad or girlfriend for the work to bolt stuff while I hold it. Thanks for the advice! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Merle Coggins Posted March 30, 2014 Report Share Posted March 30, 2014 Having a helper is a plus. If nothing else but to hold things in place while you get the next piece. Helpers are also good to hold bolts while you're under the truck starting, and tightening, nuts Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pflaming Posted March 30, 2014 Report Share Posted March 30, 2014 Tools: There are magnetic triangles for 45 and 90 degee holds etc. They are a bit pricey but put those in the corners and one can assemble that way before putting in bolts. A very helpful tool. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TodFitch Posted March 30, 2014 Report Share Posted March 30, 2014 Tools: There are magnetic triangles for 45 and 90 degee holds etc. They are a bit pricey but put those in the corners and one can assemble that way before putting in bolts. A very helpful tool. Not all that pricey at Harbor Freight, looks like they run from $3 to $7 each. I have mixed feelings about HF quality but for something simple like that it would probably be okay. http://www.harborfreight.com/7-1-2-half-inch-multipurpose-magnet-holder-41629.html Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Young Ed Posted March 30, 2014 Report Share Posted March 30, 2014 Not all that pricey at Harbor Freight, looks like they run from $3 to $7 each. I have mixed feelings about HF quality but for something simple like that it would probably be okay. http://www.harborfreight.com/7-1-2-half-inch-multipurpose-magnet-holder-41629.html You'd think so but the 2 of these I have from there are pretty weak magnets. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
52b3b Joe Posted March 31, 2014 Author Report Share Posted March 31, 2014 Tools: There are magnetic triangles for 45 and 90 degee holds etc. They are a bit pricey but put those in the corners and one can assemble that way before putting in bolts. A very helpful tool. That's a good idea Paul, I think I'll go buy one or two this week. I know my local TSC has them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave72dt Posted March 31, 2014 Report Share Posted March 31, 2014 They're NOT strong enough to hold those sides in position. They're handy to have around for fab work but not strong enough to trust for assembly. I use a couple different size carpenter squares for alignment of parts and on painted parts, the edges are taped. Get some help to do the initial assembly. I did my box alone while it was in primer, not in color. There were three of us for the initial assembly on Mark's painted 9 foot box. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
52b3b Joe Posted March 31, 2014 Author Report Share Posted March 31, 2014 They're NOT strong enough to hold those sides in position. They're handy to have around for fab work but not strong enough to trust for assembly. I use a couple different size carpenter squares for alignment of parts and on painted parts, the edges are taped. Get some help to do the initial assembly. I did my box alone while it was in primer, not in color. There were three of us for the initial assembly on Mark's painted 9 foot box. I was only thinking of them for squaring up the box for assembly and not supporting the box. With all the extra weight (in plastic) on my bed sides there is no way one of those could hold up one of my sides! The bed will look good going down the road but not so great inside!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ggdad1951 Posted March 31, 2014 Report Share Posted March 31, 2014 I bought mine from Roberts. They are pretty nice! That sounds like a plan. I'll give it a try but I'm not as brave as you trying it by myself! I'll enlist my dad or girlfriend for the work to bolt stuff while I hold it. Thanks for the advice! I did mine by myself as well. blocked things up and then used lots of towels/blankets to keep things nice from the scratch monsters. Once you get the headboard attached to one side it self supports. If you remember my bed build thread it was all off the frame and I DID have helpers to put it on the truck. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
52b3b Joe Posted June 21, 2014 Author Report Share Posted June 21, 2014 Well, I'm tired to waiting for the bed from the body shop, so ladies and gentleman, I'M GOING BED-LESS . I bought some cheap, similar to the original style, tail lights, I picked up an old semi mud flap from work, and I have a 10' 2"x4", so I'm ready to go I think. I made brackets for the lights last night and installed them, and they are functional now. After trying to trace down my tiny radiator leak with no success (again), I re-installed the radiator tonight so that's ready to go for now. Tomorrow and Sunday I'll mount the mud flaps and put the hood back on and maybe, just maybe finish the interior 100% minus the metal door panels. That leaves getting it licensed and insured for next week. I've been eager to get behind the wheel of it, so I'm going for it. I plan on just driving within 5 miles of my house or so until I get the bed on. I think it will be good for finding small problems that need addressed before I really start driving it with the bed. What do all of you think? Am I a little crazy, really crazy or (in my Dad's opinion) flat out nuts? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NiftyFifty Posted June 21, 2014 Report Share Posted June 21, 2014 I built a cheap deck on mine and worked great for last 4 years, just finally going to fix my bed and put it on ths summer, enjoy the truck..that's what their meant for! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brent B3B Posted June 21, 2014 Report Share Posted June 21, 2014 I second that, I would do the same if I was as far along as you are. .... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Merle Coggins Posted June 21, 2014 Report Share Posted June 21, 2014 Joe, I drove my truck like this for one weekend when I first drove it out of the shop. I then used the space where I was working on it to prep the bed. It was a bit bouncier than normal, but fun to drive around. I got several interesting looks. I also found a couple bugs to work on. I say, "Go for it and enjoy." Are you going to make it to the WPC meet in a couple weeks? Merle 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
48Dodger Posted June 21, 2014 Report Share Posted June 21, 2014 Sounds like the perfect amount of redneck and hot-rod to me......take a few pixtures of the build! lol 48D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ggdad1951 Posted June 21, 2014 Report Share Posted June 21, 2014 Sounds like what FEF was like his first year! You definitely will get looks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ruff1148kr Posted June 21, 2014 Report Share Posted June 21, 2014 Looks like plenty of fun and a little reward for all your hard work so far have fun with it, just no trips to the lumber yard Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
52b3b Joe Posted June 21, 2014 Author Report Share Posted June 21, 2014 Well, I'm well on my way. I have the hood back on, my mud flaps on, and the parking brake is operational now!!! Here are some pictures. I almost have the interior done. I'll post pictures once it is done. The interior is nothing special, but I think it will be ok for a couple years. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don Coatney Posted June 21, 2014 Report Share Posted June 21, 2014 Joe, You gonna drive it to the Fort next month? I plan on having my car there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Desotodav Posted June 22, 2014 Report Share Posted June 22, 2014 Congratulations Joe. Truck looks great! Been a long time coming! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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