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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. 

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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.

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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.

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 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? 

 

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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!

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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? 

 

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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.

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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.

 

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