Jared Duramax Posted June 28, 2020 Report Posted June 28, 2020 I got this truck about 5 years ago and it was supposed to be a restoration but after tearing it down I found this was not going to be a good candidate. So it sat in my garage in parts until I figured out a good plan. During that time I have been collecting lots of parts and ideas. I came across a 2000 Ford Excursion that was 4wd for $500 and I knew this would be my best start. The original frame was not square and was beyond repair. Quote
Jared Duramax Posted June 28, 2020 Author Report Posted June 28, 2020 I got the cab off the excursion and the motor and trans pulled. Ready to start the install of the 5.3 LS and 4l60e trans. Quote
Jared Duramax Posted June 28, 2020 Author Report Posted June 28, 2020 I have the motor trans and cab mocked up for alignment along with the motor mounts and transmission mounts fabricated 1 Quote
Jared Duramax Posted June 28, 2020 Author Report Posted June 28, 2020 I started cutting out the floor, fire wall, and rotted back of the cab 1 Quote
Jared Duramax Posted June 28, 2020 Author Report Posted June 28, 2020 Back onto the frame for fire wall and floor mock up.The fire wall and floor is made with 1/8” plate. Then onto the table to square the cab and welding in the floor and fire wall . Everything is drawn up on the computer then CNC plasma cut then bent on the press brake. 2 Quote
Worden18 Posted June 28, 2020 Report Posted June 28, 2020 Wow! Looking good ? When I see guys like you tackle such in depth projects it gives me the inspiration to work on my stuff. Quote
Lingle Posted June 29, 2020 Report Posted June 29, 2020 Awesome build! Good score on the Excursion, what are your plans for box/bed, if you have thought that far ahead? Quote
Jared Duramax Posted June 29, 2020 Author Report Posted June 29, 2020 It will have a 10’ flat bed Quote
Jared Duramax Posted June 29, 2020 Author Report Posted June 29, 2020 Front cab corners done, gas door filled, patch panels done, lower cab radius done, floor needs final welding then back onto the truck for the cab mounts. 1 Quote
ggdad1951 Posted June 29, 2020 Report Posted June 29, 2020 any beads or stiffeners planned on the floor? Quote
Jared Duramax Posted June 29, 2020 Author Report Posted June 29, 2020 1 hour ago, ggdad1951 said: any beads or stiffeners planned on the floor? No the floor and firewall is 1/8” plate and it will have a 3”x3”x3/16” tube sub frame with cross members for the seats Quote
gramps1951 Posted June 30, 2020 Report Posted June 30, 2020 looks great you are an artist. I have a 51 b3b and live in willow springs where in nc do you live Quote
Jared Duramax Posted June 30, 2020 Author Report Posted June 30, 2020 1 hour ago, gramps1951 said: looks great you are an artist. I have a 51 b3b and live in willow springs where in nc do you live Thanks this is my first car build so I am kind of flying blind learning as I go. I am just outside of Charlotte in Monroe. Quote
Jared Duramax Posted June 30, 2020 Author Report Posted June 30, 2020 I got the cab squared to the frame, the front clip apart, and hammered out majority of the dents. I rust converted the inside of the fenders then re assembled the clip. It took a long time to get the fender to door gaps correct. Radiator crossmember, front clip gussets, and fender to cab brackets are next on the list. This cab and clip has been a pain to get everything set right. What is everyone’s opinion on rust converting products? 2 Quote
ggdad1951 Posted June 30, 2020 Report Posted June 30, 2020 14 hours ago, Jared Duramax said: No the floor and firewall is 1/8” plate and it will have a 3”x3”x3/16” tube sub frame with cross members for the seats BEEFY! Quote
Jared Duramax Posted July 1, 2020 Author Report Posted July 1, 2020 I am starting to look for a new bench seat does anyone have any recommendations? I don’t plan on using the original I would like to put something nicer instead. Quote
greg g Posted July 1, 2020 Report Posted July 1, 2020 Next time you are at a yard, check out Saab and Volvo convertible rear seats. Quote
minicooper Posted July 1, 2020 Report Posted July 1, 2020 On 6/29/2020 at 10:04 PM, Jared Duramax said: I got the cab squared to the frame, the front clip apart, and hammered out majority of the dents. I rust converted the inside of the fenders then re assembled the clip. It took a long time to get the fender to door gaps correct. Radiator crossmember, front clip gussets, and fender to cab brackets are next on the list. This cab and clip has been a pain to get everything set right. What is everyone’s opinion on rust converting products? Wow, an amazing build you've got going! Super envious of your shop! If you're looking for a rattle can product, I've been using Rustoleum Rust Reformer for a few years and have been happy with it. 1 Quote
Jared Duramax Posted July 3, 2020 Author Report Posted July 3, 2020 On 7/1/2020 at 2:03 PM, greg g said: Next time you are at a yard, check out Saab and Volvo convertible rear seats. I’ll have to keep that in mind. Quote
Jared Duramax Posted July 25, 2020 Author Report Posted July 25, 2020 The cab mounts are done the fender to cab brackets are made all the interior bracing has been cut out and the cab brace blocks are done now it is time to start working on the hood. I am going to make it a 1 piece hood and remove the upper brow and turn it into part of the grill. Quote
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