1946 GMC Build

[RustyRunnin_on_Bowtie]

I just picked up my 46 GMC cad. It came with fenders, headlights, grille and the hood. All the glass is there (cracked rear glass) and the windows crank freely.
clear Ohio title with the original matching vin plate.
Cant wait to get stared [

 

[RustyRunnin_on_Bowtie]

ughhhh
so ive had an old straight axle in the back yard that i havent got a chance to tear into yet...
well since i want to get this project rollin i thought id mess with it. Looks like its been welded to go under a trailer or something. is this worth even messin with? And if anyone can shed some light on what the axle might be from. Ive seen chevy pick up axles that have looked similar but im not sure.

 

[Dirtyrat]

Always liked the way those headlights sat on those big fenders, looks like a great start to a build!

 

[Dr Crankenstein]

Congrats! [cl

Here's a link for your axle ID.

http://www.droppedaxles.com/CHEVY_AXLES.html

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[RustyRunnin_on_Bowtie]

Congrats! [cl

Here's a link for your axle ID.

http://www.droppedaxles.com/CHEVY_AXLES.html

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Thank you!!!! that will def help me out

 

[cornfield customs]

if you need a new axle and spindles let me know, i have a bunch of parts hanging on the wall

 

[RustyRunnin_on_Bowtie]

if you need a new axle and spindles let me know, i have a bunch of parts hanging on the wall

Will do! Thanks!

 

[skull]

start

looks like a good solid start.

Later

 

[MercuryMac]

How t'go, Runnin'. You got the truck and you're off and runnin' on a darn fine project.
Keep on tinkering.

 

[RustyRunnin_on_Bowtie]

Finally got going on a few things. Got the windows out, braced the cab and trying to figure out my next step for my chop. I love the look of 4.5-5.5 inch chops on these cabs but I haven't done this before so its a little nerve wrecking.....
So any advice on this would be great. I know its been asked 1000 times but for a new guy like myself whats easier to tackle, splitting the roof or laying the pillars back? I think id be willing to only chop it around 4 inches if it would mean an easier process.
thanks in advance
Also I scored a 36 Chevy grill off a buddy for $50

 

[RustyRunnin_on_Bowtie]

Picked up a donor for $600 last weekend. plan on using the small block, tranny, and rear end. then ill scrap the rest to regain a little boot

 

[soltz]

$600 ?

Is that a typo or are running trucks the cheap in Ohio [S
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[RustyRunnin_on_Bowtie]

Is that a typo or are running trucks the cheap in Ohio [S
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Lol no typo. $600.

 

[jfg455]

Picked up a donor for $600 last weekend. plan on using the small block, tranny, and rear end. then ill scrap the rest to regain a little boot

you'd get $3K for that up here all day long...[S

 

[RustyRunnin_on_Bowtie]

you'd get $3K for that up here all day long...[S

The first pic is deceiving. The body is very rough, that black paint is all rattle can semi gloss lol, it leaking some oil and the interior looks like a small bomb went off in it lol. Not saying I still didn't get a hell of a deal. But all in all its perfect for what I'm using it for!!

 

[1952B3b23]

I saw that a few posts back you asked for advice on your top chop... ive never done one before so i cant help ya there. What i can say is that you may get more answers to your question if you post it in the "Body Q&A" section of the forum. That way its out there for the world to read (and hopefully reply) instead of being burried in the build thread. Anywho thats just a suggestion.

Good looking project and seems like you're off to a nice start!

-Chris

 

[Old Iron]

The spindles, rotors and front brakes are good merchandise as they fit the older
60's and 70's pickups.

 

[IAM-LDS-2]

Finally got going on a few things. Got the windows out, braced the cab and trying to figure out my next step for my chop. I love the look of 4.5-5.5 inch chops on these cabs but I haven't done this before so its a little nerve wrecking.....
So any advice on this would be great. I know its been asked 1000 times but for a new guy like myself whats easier to tackle, splitting the roof or laying the pillars back? I think id be willing to only chop it around 4 inches if it would mean an easier process.
thanks in advance
Also I scored a 36 Chevy grill off a buddy for $50

Either way you have to cut and weld . Splitting the roof does require more welds . Laying the pillars back does give the windshield a slight laid back look . I'm a cardboard / template guy , I made a full size template of one of the doors from the belt line up . Then make 2 more . Put one aside for "stock" reference . Then cut the templates both ways and hold them up to your door and see which way looks the best to you . With your template taped to the door don't forget to roll up your window to see how it will fit the new door shape . Which ever way you go make your bottom of the cab cut as close to the belt line as possible , keeping any cuts in flat areas keeps relief cuts to a minimum .You sould also make a template of your rear window to find out the best way to cut it out and narrow it . I'm having a brain freeze right now , I can't remember wether you cut the back of the cab or the A pillar shorter . Go for it , it's only metal .

 

[I-R-POPS]

Just get all your tools out and let the sparks fly.
The hardest part is just getting into it.
As said above it's only metal. Good luck.

 

[05snopro440]

Cool build, I've got a '46 GMC but I went a completely different direction with mine, but it's a very fun truck!