The 40G

[Mike S.]

Here is the finished (for now) insert. I welded up and blended the cuts that I had to make to bend it. I was gonna paint it flat black but I am not sure yet so I am just gonna live with it for a while.

 

[LUCKY DEVIL 13]

Here is the finished (for now) insert. I welded up and blended the cuts that I had to make to bend it. I was gonna paint it flat black but I am not sure yet so I am just gonna live with it for a while.

Looks killer!! I'd hit it with some scotch brite and clear it

 

[Mike S.]

Thank you LD. Clearing the insert is a good idea. One of my buddies suggested that I build it out of aluminum and engine turn it. Decisions, decisions...[S

 

[LUCKY DEVIL 13]

Thank you LD. Clearing the insert is a good idea. One of my buddies suggested that I build it out of aluminum and engine turn it. Decisions, decisions...[S

Yeah either hit it with a scotch brite or do the aluminum one that would look KILLER!!!

 

[sneakysnake]

You think your gonna have cooling problems? Just an example of actual surface area after moving the holes together,leaves alot of blocked area?But it looks good.

 

[Mike S.]

You think your gonna have cooling problems? Just an example of actual surface area after moving the holes together,leaves alot of blocked area?But it looks good.

Thanks Snake. The radiator is going in the bed, but I think it would be an issue if I was going to run the radiator up front.

 

[sneakysnake]

Thanks Snake. The radiator is going in the bed, but I think it would be an issue if I was going to run the radiator up front.

Lol, Oops thats what happens when you forget the details on someones build.

 

[Mike S.]

Lol, Oops thats what happens when you forget the details on someones build.

No worries Snake, I do the same thing. There are so many builds going on this site, it's hard to keep them straight.

 

[jfg455]

Try a trick called "graining" the insert. Basically you just take 60 grit paper and run it all in one direction. it will leave straight lines all the way across the panel. i use it sometimes on dash panels to give them some depth without them being to bright. Just my $.02

I think you would be fine with the cooling issue if you did run it up front. plenty of area for air flow.

 

[Mike S.]

Try a trick called "graining" the insert. Basically you just take 60 grit paper and run it all in one direction. it will leave straight lines all the way across the panel. i use it sometimes on dash panels to give them some depth without them being to bright. Just my $.02

I think you would be fine with the cooling issue if you did run it up front. plenty of area for air flow.

That's a good idea too. Another friend said I should paint it a contrasting color like red. I am even considering (brace yourself!) chroming it since my air cleaners are chrome.

 

[LUCKY DEVIL 13]

Hey bro do you by chance have or know of a 39- 46 truck windshield frame anywhere around you?

 

[Mike S.]

Hey LD, I saw your thread in the "Wanted" section earlier and it got me thinkin'. I am gonna get a hold of some friends and see if I can find one for ya.

 

[LUCKY DEVIL 13]

Hey LD, I saw your thread in the "Wanted" section earlier and it got me thinkin'. I am gonna get a hold of some friends and see if I can find one for ya.

KILLER!!! Thans Mike!!! I really appreciate it!!!!

 

[Mike S.]

No problem Brother. I just left a message for a friend of mine who has a CRAZY parts collection. I'll let ya know.

Did ya see this one? Needs work but it's "budget friendly".

http://www.ebay.com/itm/1936-1937-1...t=Vintage_Car_Truck_Parts_Accessories&vxp=mtr

 

[LUCKY DEVIL 13]

No problem Brother. I just left a message for a friend of mine who has a CRAZY parts collection. I'll let ya know.

Did ya see this one? Needs work but it's "budget friendly".

http://www.ebay.com/itm/1936-1937-1...t=Vintage_Car_Truck_Parts_Accessories&vxp=mtr

Right on brother!!! Thanx again!!!

Not sure it would would I was told '39- '46 are all the same - Mine splits in the middle and the ebay one splits on the sides

 

[Mike S.]

To be honest, I got pretty burned out a while ago and took a break from my truck. But, I am back after it and I have a little to report. I finished smoothing the header panel. As I said before, I am planing on putting four smaller gauges in it. It turned out pretty good and it reminded me that I hate doing bodywork! My rear wheels were pretty nicked up so I had a machinist friend fill in the nicks and I started blending the welds tonight. The wheel on the left was fresh out of my blasting cabinet. More later!

 

[hillbillie hotrods]

To be honest, I got pretty burned out a while ago and took a break from my truck. But, I am back after it and I have a little to report. I finished smoothing the header panel. As I said before, I am planing on putting four smaller gauges in it. It turned out pretty good and it reminded me that I hate doing bodywork! My rear wheels were pretty nicked up so I had a machinist friend fill in the nicks and I started blending the welds tonight. The wheel on the left was fresh out of my blasting cabinet. More later!

Nice work mike as always [P

 

[Mike S.]

Thanks Hillbillie!

 

[Mike S.]

I hit the Sacramento Swap Meet this weekend and picked up a few more pieces to the puzzle. I couldn't pass up the jet boat gas pedal!

 

[shockley_67]

I hit the Sacramento Swap Meet this weekend and picked up a few more pieces to the puzzle. I couldn't pass up the jet boat gas pedal!

Damb, i forgot about that swap meet. i new it was coming up. i could have baught some goodies and seen my son all in the same weekend. instead i stay home go to the car show and get sun burnt seeing alot of the same cars as every year. that gas pedal will look good in your truck,perfect style.