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Offline DnStClr

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Re: LWB to SWB Conversion
« Reply #30 on: February 25, 2008, 11:22:05 AM »
Great pics too Del! Thanks for sharing. Will you use both fuel tanks again or a single Capt. Kaos deal between the rails in the back?
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Re: LWB to SWB Conversion
« Reply #31 on: February 25, 2008, 12:31:10 PM »
Thanks Don, I have a new rear tank sitting in the shop but am contemplating what to do. The rear tank will interfere with the way I want my exhaust so I am now leaning towards a left hand 16 gallon tank.

On my way now to pick up my new rear springs!
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Re: LWB to SWB Conversion
« Reply #32 on: February 25, 2008, 02:17:52 PM »
Man, you did that all in one night??? It would take me the entire weekend just getting the gas tank out. Are you one of those guys who can just dive into something and figure it out as you go with minimial consequences or do you reasearch and plan out everything so you are prepared for everything? I guess you've worked on enough of these that nothing scares you but you make the frame work look way way too easy.
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Re: LWB to SWB Conversion
« Reply #33 on: February 25, 2008, 06:03:42 PM »
lol, it's only a vehicle have NO fear! I like things that will challenge me. I ran down to Hartford and got a set of new rear springs because I busted 3 leaves  :D and I put them in right after work... I figure if I do a little bit every day I'll be rippin around w new paint in no time.
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Re: LWB to SWB Conversion
« Reply #34 on: February 28, 2008, 06:45:17 PM »
Replaced the springs the other day even though there will be a 4 link, I need to have it mobile until that point



and I stripped and painted the frame while I was at it. Tomorrow I will change the cab mounts and install the gas tank. Hopefully I'll get my driveshaft back tomorrow too...

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Re: LWB to SWB Conversion
« Reply #35 on: February 28, 2008, 07:12:33 PM »
Looks very nice Vile! That's a great way you did the cut & weld. Was the holes for the rear hangers already in the frame? I remember seeing what looked like extra hanger holes on a long bed frame but never really thought that's what they were for due to the front being too long anyway. Are you building a whole new bed? Aftermarket I'm guessing? Thanks, Lorne

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Re: LWB to SWB Conversion
« Reply #36 on: February 28, 2008, 07:15:58 PM »
Thanks, I didn't move the hangers. The frame came out good. It's reinforced very well and you can't see any welds or cuts on the outside. I have a new bed all aftermarket, floor, sides, inners everything but all new steel nevertheless!
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Re: LWB to SWB Conversion
« Reply #37 on: February 28, 2008, 07:50:08 PM »
Looking Great Vile - Keep it up ;D
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Re: LWB to SWB Conversion
« Reply #38 on: February 28, 2008, 07:54:36 PM »
Looks very nice Vile! That's a great way you did the cut & weld. Was the holes for the rear hangers already in the frame? I remember seeing what looked like extra hanger holes on a long bed frame but never really thought that's what they were for due to the front being too long anyway. Are you building a whole new bed? Aftermarket I'm guessing? Thanks, Lorne
i was going to ask the same question where did you get the bed parts and how much were thay
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Re: LWB to SWB Conversion
« Reply #39 on: February 28, 2008, 08:01:21 PM »
  I just ordered the new roll pan and all the tailgate hinges and hardware. The handle will be on the inside of the gate. I was going to smooth the taillights but decided not too. I want to keep it more old school in that respect with a little modern twist.
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Re: LWB to SWB Conversion
« Reply #40 on: February 28, 2008, 08:18:53 PM »
vile i hope you got every thing that you need because   hardly doesn't have any bed parts left like bed sides it said that thay have the right side but not the left
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Re: LWB to SWB Conversion
« Reply #41 on: February 28, 2008, 08:47:43 PM »
WOW for that much money you could of bought your self a fleet of trucks
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Re: LWB to SWB Conversion
« Reply #42 on: February 29, 2008, 04:43:58 AM »
Money isn't the issue at this point. I've been dumping mad cash into this thing since I bought it lol

I wanted new metal and a fresh start. Aside from getting a few dented up parts that had to be returned I'm happy with the quality so far. We'll see when I start assembling the bed how everything comes together.
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Re: LWB to SWB Conversion
« Reply #43 on: February 29, 2008, 07:28:07 AM »
 :o :o :o   ?????   WOW - Vile you are braver than I thought :D

My orders have always been hit and miss with them.
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Re: LWB to SWB Conversion
« Reply #44 on: February 29, 2008, 10:15:14 AM »
I had several returns but let's just say it worked out in my favor
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