Weld's 40 Ford pickup [Archive] - Page 4

rustomatic

07-14-2017, 06:21 PM

I get the "having a hot rod again" thing. Mine's been garage blockage for two years now. Renting go karts at the track down the road kind of helps with the adrenaline kick, since I don't have a Porsche in the garage, but living on a super-awesome road (Google Salmon Falls Road in Pilot Hill/El Dorado Hills) creates a need situation that can only be fixed with a real car that really gets it.

So we say soon . . .

Dude, we have the same gas tank!

Truer words were never spoken Wayne!! Progress is so glorious!

I just want it done so I can go enjoy having a hot rod again. Being carless (other than the track crap) sucks! I truly don't know how people spend years looking at their cars and not having them done. I'd go crazy.

Juggernaut

07-14-2017, 07:00 PM

Catching up on this thread after a few days...

Salt Flat wheels wouldn't look bad either.

Artillery wheels will look bad ass! Those Salt Flat wheels are really nice too.

Hijack regarding that truck photo from Speed is the New Black: I love what CCS did with the '62 'vette on the Roadster Shop chassis, except how they painted every part of the engine that glaring red.

GregWeld

07-15-2017, 05:55 AM

I get the "having a hot rod again" thing. Mine's been garage blockage for two years now. Renting go karts at the track down the road kind of helps with the adrenaline kick, since I don't have a Porsche in the garage, but living on a super-awesome road (Google Salmon Falls Road in Pilot Hill/El Dorado Hills) creates a need situation that can only be fixed with a real car that really gets it.

So we say soon . . .

Dude, we have the same gas tank!

Your's is coming along very nicely! I love it!

Funny about the gas tank -- since I didn't order it (one of the downsides to having stuff pro built) I don't know what it is.....

Spiffav8

07-15-2017, 07:06 AM

Truer words were never spoken Wayne!! Progress is so glorious!

I just want it done so I can go enjoy having a hot rod again. Being carless (other than the track crap) sucks! I truly don't know how people spend years looking at their cars and not having them done. I'd go crazy.

Progress is always a good thing. My car has been gone since mid 2014. I drove it a handful of times before we tore it apart. Can't wait!

fleetus macmullitz

07-15-2017, 07:22 AM

This build is really movin' along now. :thumbsup:

https://s20.postimg.org/r4p598pst/IMG_5834.jpg (https://postimg.org/image/bj7tpaduh/)

I wonder why Charlie took so long to get you a spot at CHRA ...

:P

waynieZ

07-15-2017, 01:19 PM

I have an eight year old granddaughter that was not born yet the last time it was on it's wheels!

kwhizz

08-04-2017, 04:55 AM

Pictures.........We need Pictures....................

Spiffav8

08-04-2017, 09:07 AM

I have an eight year old granddaughter that was not born yet the last time it was on it's wheels!

:lmao:

waynieZ

08-04-2017, 10:42 AM

Greg I just saw this and thought of you and had to post it!

http://imagizer.imageshack.us/v2/1280x1024q90/924/HrPENY.jpg (https://imageshack.com/i/poHrPENYj)

Ketzer

08-04-2017, 03:51 PM

He's all jazzed about that racecar and this has fallen off the horizon again....

Sieg

08-10-2017, 10:24 AM

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Sieg

08-10-2017, 10:27 AM

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waynieZ

08-10-2017, 10:31 AM

Wow I love seeing nice neat work like this, it shows pride in what you do.
Looking nice!

gofastwclass

08-10-2017, 10:31 AM

That's an awful lot of work for a dead project. :snapout: Hahaha!

That looks great! :)

fleetus macmullitz

08-10-2017, 11:15 AM

Thanks Sieg. :thumbsup:

GregWeld

08-10-2017, 01:57 PM

CHRA has done more in a few weeks than Pinkee's did in the last 2 years..... and for about 10% of what Pinkee's billed.

syborg tt

08-10-2017, 02:28 PM

Looks very nice

So what color are you going to paint this truck.

Flash68

08-10-2017, 02:29 PM

CHRA has done more in a few weeks than Pinkee's did in the last 2 years..... and for about 10% of what Pinkee's billed.

Greg "Shop Picker" Weld

:thumbsup:

:lol:

214Chevy

08-10-2017, 03:33 PM

That's some nice work there Greggo.

glassman

08-10-2017, 06:54 PM

Effin nice shots Sieg....apparently you dont just take pictures of dogs n birds? lol (love those too btw, glad u know your way around a camera, i dont:confused18: )

Ron in SoCal

08-10-2017, 07:32 PM

LOVE seeing pretty custom work Greg (Sieg). Progress is always good!

Tell me, lines and breather in the wheel well? Sorry, not a classic truck guy so honestly don't know if that's standard.

GregWeld

08-10-2017, 09:20 PM

LOVE seeing pretty custom work Greg (Sieg). Progress is always good!

Tell me, lines and breather in the wheel well? Sorry, not a classic truck guy so honestly don't know if that's standard.

I don't know -- I just pay the bill.....

LOL

Yes --- this is a real tight engine space - not much room there to sneak stuff that's up front back past the headers and all that heat. These old cars are pretty f'n narrow in the snout!

This truck is going to be bitch'n' !!

Sieg

08-10-2017, 10:34 PM

I didn't take the pics.......I'm just GW's landscaper in this situation. :sieg:

SSLance

08-11-2017, 03:43 AM

#plumbing

Thanks for posting the pics Sieg...looks great.

fleetus macmullitz

08-11-2017, 05:06 AM

#ClassicTrucksDoRun

https://s20.postimg.org/pg8uz4vq5/IMG_7260.jpg (https://postimages.org/)

gofastwclass

08-11-2017, 05:44 AM

Landscaper? Hahaha

Thanks for posting the pics for GW then, I was beginning to wonder about this beauty.

214Chevy

08-11-2017, 07:30 AM

Love the modern door latches too Greg. I've always wanted a pair of those myself.

kwhizz

08-11-2017, 07:56 AM

Freak'in Awsum !!!!!!!!!!!!!

Ron in SoCal

08-11-2017, 08:22 AM

I didn't take the pics.......I'm just GW's manscaper in this situation. :sieg:

Fixed it for you.

No thanks necessary. That's what friends are for :D

DOOM

08-11-2017, 10:11 AM

This project is taking as long as another one I know of WTF!!!!!!:mock:

YAMATHUMP

08-11-2017, 08:37 PM

CHRA has done more in a few weeks than Pinkee's did in the last 2 years..... and for about 10% of what Pinkee's billed.

Shhhhh........don't say that to loud, they might see this and not think they are billing enough!

fleetus macmullitz

08-13-2017, 08:14 AM

El Weldo put on a lot of hard miles to git that lil truck to CHRA.

Glad its payin off.

https://s20.postimg.org/x5boaq0f1/IMG_7423.jpg (https://postimages.org/)

Sieg

09-29-2017, 08:06 AM

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GregWeld

09-29-2017, 08:35 AM

Thanks sieg for posting!!!

Rear glass fenders are coming off and the "bad/unrepairable" steel fenders are going on. CHRA says the rear fenders only need a few hours work in order to be used. Funny huh!?

I no longer like the Steve Moal gas cap. So that's also going away.

Also the LS3 is out and a new Don Hardy Race Engines in the 500 ish HP range is going in. Maybe a few surprises there too.

I love the work that Custom Hot Rods of Andice is doing!! First class shop. First class people!!

fleetus macmullitz

09-29-2017, 09:06 AM

I wonder when Charley and Ed are gonna tell ya about the paddle shifted 6 speed they ordered for it?

#checkURwallet

#scopekreep

:G-Dub:

lol

GregWeld

09-29-2017, 09:34 AM

Spiffav8

09-29-2017, 09:55 AM

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170929/fb72ba34803962ea14bb78d24a81cef2.jpg

You see how distracting the Moal cap is..... so it goes away in favor of the more stock appearing full cap. Although - of course - it won't be "stock". 💯😂

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Yeah that has to go. It's like a booger stuck to the end of someones nose....it's all you see.

Truck looks great. Glad to see the progress.

DBasher

09-29-2017, 10:00 AM

Che70velle

09-29-2017, 10:54 AM

Good call on the cap Greg. Just doesn't fit the truck well. Don Hardy huh? You sir are a rock star!

Boss 5.0

09-29-2017, 01:16 PM

I LOVE the truck. Good call on the cap, it looked to be a bit much on the truck. I really like the wheels you chose, perfect sizing for it.

kwhizz

09-29-2017, 02:40 PM

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The build is now complete.............LOL

waynieZ

09-29-2017, 03:52 PM

The build is now complete.............LOL

Is what I see through the windshield an option on all you builds Greg ??

Quote=Also the LS3 is out and a new Don Hardy Race Engines in the 500 ish HP range is going in. Maybe a few surprises there too.

Once a Hot Roder Alway A Hot Roder!

I love the work that Custom Hot Rods of Andice is doing!! First class shop. First class people!!

I love what their doing too!!! I love this truck.....

GregWeld

09-29-2017, 05:27 PM

Good call on the Moal cap. It's a great looking piece, just not on this truck. I see the spray outs they've got there, what are you thinking?

It's good to hear you're happy with the shop and the quality of work they're doing...priceless.
:thumbsup:

The darkest grey there ---- with the beltline done in mat black and then pinstriped --- Wheels (they're billet) will be polished hoop - mat black "spokes" with the spacer gloss black -- polished poverty cap.

Engine compartment will be a few tone on tone - mat and gloss.....

GregWeld

09-29-2017, 08:14 PM

Is what I see through the windshield an option on all you builds Greg ??

Quote=Also the LS3 is out and a new Don Hardy Race Engines in the 500 ish HP range is going in. Maybe a few surprises there too.

Once a Hot Roder Alway A Hot Roder!

I love the work that Custom Hot Rods of Andice is doing!! First class shop. First class people!!

I love what their doing too!!! I love this truck.....

Wayne --- there's a "couple" in every group aren't there. Funny -- 3 years ago the truck was at Pinkee's -- and these two managed to squeeze in to the cab... and here we are again.

Don Hardy built the LS motor in my '33 hiboy..... a 480HP version. Motor was awesome!

And yes --- we're all hot rodders.... and "Stock" just doesn't do it for us.

Day one on the tour I was driving 700HP ---- Day 2 thru til the end I was driving a RamJet 350..... I can tell you with certainty that I like the 700HP WAY better. By the time we got to Austin (Andice) I'd already made up my mind that 430HP wasn't going to get it done. LOL

waynieZ

09-29-2017, 09:58 PM

:waveflag: surrender to the power!

kwhizz

09-30-2017, 05:53 AM

Lsa..............lsa................lsa........... ..

gofastwclass

09-30-2017, 06:18 AM

Horsepower IS a drug... We're just lucky it isn't regulated. :D

GregWeld

09-30-2017, 06:21 AM

Lsa..............lsa................lsa........... ..

I know you love the LSA but they're far too tame for my liking. For me it's got to SOUND like power. Rudy and I both commented about how quiet the '65 was when you went buy us a couple times. I prefer motors that are a little snotty.

jarhead

09-30-2017, 06:33 AM

WOW, looks killer, love the wheels!

GregWeld

09-30-2017, 07:05 AM

WOW, looks killer, love the wheels!

Thanks Joe!

I'm trying to build the truck to "appear" at first glance -- rather "stock"..... so if you just saw it running down the road - someone might say "look at that cute old truck" --- but to people that really "see it" --- they're going to have to walk over and take a look.... or if they hear it -- they're going to have to come see what the hell is going on there..... LOL

Personally I think the wheels make the look.

I'm also building this to be a daily driver --- so all of that plays into what I'm trying to accomplish. Have it be "playful" but daily driveability... so simple paint (repairable) - simple systems - parts I can get on a road trip (starters and alternators and bearings etc).

Panteracer

09-30-2017, 07:32 AM

Love this old truck
Also glad you figured out you want the hp
My old farm truck with patina was just supposed to
be an old beater driver. Now I am thinking out with
the small block and in with the billet crank destroked
Pontiac 455 that is now 440 inches. Big torque monster
Then do a tubular updated suspension etc

I guess us old hot rodders can't leave things alone:)

Bob

Ketzer

09-30-2017, 10:31 AM

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How wide are the rear wheels?

I see a lot of dish (or lip as the kids call it) but no inner tub in the bed?

Jeff-

GregWeld

09-30-2017, 10:36 AM

How wide are the rear wheels?

I see a lot of dish (or lip as the kids call it) but no inner tub in the bed?

Jeff-

The tire fits inside the fender only --- it's "okay" widthwise but it's not pro-poser-touring. I'd personally like to see a 315 back there - but then you either chop in to the bed ---- or widen the fender and that starts to get ugly. As a daily driver - more than anything else - it'll be fine.

Flash68

09-30-2017, 11:00 AM

Pretty cool truck for a race car driver.

GregWeld

09-30-2017, 11:03 AM

Pretty cool truck for a track day wannabe driver.

Fixed it for ya!

GregWeld

09-30-2017, 11:51 AM

Here's so more pics of the truck. https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170930/f92edf1b2343607234b17e0e8d782c57.jpg

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Ron Sutton

09-30-2017, 11:55 AM

That is going to be cool.

DBasher

09-30-2017, 12:47 PM

Love this.

WSSix

09-30-2017, 02:44 PM

X2 great picture.

Truck looks fantastic, Greg. I really like the direction you're going with it. Thanks for sharing the journey with us.

GregWeld

09-30-2017, 02:55 PM

X2 great picture.

Truck looks fantastic, Greg. I really like the direction you're going with it. Thanks for sharing the journey with us.

Thanks Trey!

This shop has just been excellent to work with. They contact me with any question.... they bill - in detail - every 2 weeks - there are no surprises - and they have great ideas and totally seem to get the direction. So refreshing!

Pinkee's never asked me anything - mostly because - you'd actually have to be working on it once in awhile to have any questions! Only time I ever heard from them was when he wanted more money. LOL Took me asking several times to get a billing statement - and then it was just some phoney made up BS.

There's been more work done on the truck since JUNE than was done in the last 2 years! Mike told me it's only a couple months away from going to paint.

Ketzer

09-30-2017, 03:26 PM

Mike told me it's only a couple months away from going to paint.

Oh man that must be a great feeling! I'd be lucky if I'm a couple years from paint...

clill

09-30-2017, 04:00 PM

The shop was a stop on our Good-Guys tour and they fed us as well as gave us a tour. Amazing shop. Well equipped and well run. Harold and Tracy the owners are friends of mine. Harold said he opened the shop because he was tired of getting ripped off by other shops. It looks like he has hired a good crew. Harold isn't gong to bill you because he needs the money. He doesn't need the money. He has plenty of his own projects. If there is a lull in customer projects he has the crew work on his to keep them busy. One of the nicer shops and car collections I have seen. Try not to screw this up Greg...........:bigun2:

gofastwclass

09-30-2017, 07:59 PM

Excellent vision turned reality. The truck is looking fantastic. I'm glad you found the right shop to build it for you. This looks like it will be a lot of fun.

GregWeld

10-01-2017, 06:46 AM

Oh man that must be a great feeling! I'd be lucky if I'm a couple years from paint...

One of the things that drives me crazy is the shops that think they have years to finish something. When you get my build - you better jump on it immediately and it best be finished in 2 years or less. A shop is not going to have to wait for money, or for me to make decisions.... If I have to wait on them - or they try to play cute - or feed me some BS about how long "X" takes to do (I've personally done just about everything on a car many times!). The other no no - try to build something I don't want. I'm very clear with what direction I'm going. If you have cool ideas - I'm the first guy to listen.... but if a shop wants to go their direction and not listen to me. Bye bye. LOL Remember that I was trying to die during this project -- so there was a year or so there when projects weren't important. So this one has taken longer because of that - but mostly it's taken longer because I should have pulled it after the first year....

Excellent vision turned reality. The truck is looking fantastic. I'm glad you found the right shop to build it for you. This looks like it will be a lot of fun.

Thank you! The vision is pretty simple - a nice daily driver that appears to be pretty stock while running down the road. However - running down the road with Lillard, Steilow, and Capen.... that kind of "running", is running Mach 1 !! So the "guts" of the build have to be solidly capable!! LOL

kwhizz

10-01-2017, 01:57 PM

formula88

10-01-2017, 04:47 PM

One of the things that drives me crazy is the shops that think they have years to finish something. When you get my build - you better jump on it immediately and it best be finished in 2 years or less. A shop is not going to have to wait for money, or for me to make decisions.... If I have to wait on them - or they try to play cute - or feed me some BS about how long "X" takes to do (I've personally done just about everything on a car many times!). The other no no - try to build something I don't want. I'm very clear with what direction I'm going. If you have cool ideas - I'm the first guy to listen.... but if a shop wants to go their direction and not listen to me. Bye bye. LOL Remember that I was trying to die during this project -- so there was a year or so there when projects weren't important. So this one has taken longer because of that - but mostly it's taken longer because I should have pulled it after the first year....

Thank you! The vision is pretty simple - a nice daily driver that appears to be pretty stock while running down the road. However - running down the road with Lillard, Steilow, and Capen.... that kind of "running", is running Mach 1 !! So the "guts" of the build have to be solidly capable!! LOL

Next year might be Mach 2!

Ketzer

10-02-2017, 06:22 AM

https://photos.smugmug.com/Cars/Welds-40-Ford-PU/n-Bz2jJM/i-Mw6hMr2/0/172b4139/XL/i-Mw6hMr2-XL.jpg

Crafty B makes a variety of gas caps that look a ton better than that Moal unit....

https://crafty-b.com/collections/all-gas-caps

GregWeld

10-02-2017, 06:34 AM

Next year might be Mach 2!

LOL ---- No kidding Gordon!!! Actually -- I thought this year was much "tamer" than last or even the year before when I drove my '33......

Was super fun to hang with you and Liz for the week. I love doing these kinds of "car" things.

Crafty B makes a variety of gas caps that look a ton better than that Moal unit....

https://crafty-b.com/collections/all-gas-caps

Thanks!!! I sent the link to the shop...... I like the "gashole" version but without that logo.

Ketzer

10-02-2017, 11:22 AM

Thanks!!! I sent the link to the shop...... I like the "gashole" version but without that logo.

He can definitely do no logo, or even custom logos... I'm eventually going to find a place for one of his caps, I want mine to read "Stripper Glitter only"...

waynieZ

10-02-2017, 06:40 PM

I just checked them out, Nice!

GregWeld

10-02-2017, 07:13 PM

This is the color we're thinking of doing --- with mat black wheels - and mat black body line....

http://lateral-g.net/forums/attachment.php4?attachmentid=63358&stc=1&d=1506996778

Charley hates it -- so it must be perfect! LOL

DBasher

10-02-2017, 07:38 PM

Hmmm. I don't hate it....but it looks like all the lines of the car disappear. With the 40 being so round and the belt line popping with the black it'll probably look just fine.

What else you got?

Ketzer

10-02-2017, 07:38 PM

Nardo... me likey!

Musclerodz

10-02-2017, 07:49 PM

DBasher

10-02-2017, 08:49 PM

I am a fan of gray. I painted my beater last week, ACE hardware calls it "Medium Gray Gloss" :sieg:

gofastwclass

10-02-2017, 08:56 PM

looks like g5 sealer and clear to me!

One of the colours on the initial palate for my last car was similar and the friend that was helping me spray it complained the test panel looked too much like primer with clear. I don't care, I like it.

fleetus macmullitz

10-02-2017, 10:28 PM

https://s20.postimg.org/jsb5nozrx/IMG_0496.jpg (https://postimages.org/)

No offense Greg, but that is a very :BlahBlah: color imho.

214Chevy

10-03-2017, 05:19 AM

GregWeld

10-03-2017, 05:45 AM

I love it Greg. I've seen a few cars with that color and it's awesome. Black wheels and bronze colored wheels really go well with the color if you ask me. I say do it!! Dodge calls their color like that "Destroyer Grey." You may want to look at that shade too. They reason why I love it is because colors back in the day were flat and didn't have metallic, pearls, etc. and weren't too many options in a color choice, period. Therefore, it is only befitting to put a flat color on such an awesome truck.

We took the color and tweaked it.... so it's not exactly that color anymore but close.

And I'm 100% in agreement --- I want the truck to be 40/50's color. I'm never a fan of these 40's builds with hitech colors and rubberband tires. My goal has been to keep it fairly period looking - but updated modern driving/running etc. A guy is going to have to really "look" to find the details. I'm not trying to build a show car at all.... or a magazine build. It's just my nice old daily driver and I live in Idaho. LOL

clill

10-03-2017, 05:47 AM

"Destroyer Grey" because it destroys the look of the car..........

GregWeld

10-03-2017, 05:54 AM

"Destroyer Grey" because it destroys the look of the car..........

I asked Harold to start sending you the bills, so you can have your choices.

fleetus macmullitz

10-03-2017, 06:00 AM

I asked Harold to start sending you the bills, so you can have your choices.

#ouch!

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V8TV

10-03-2017, 07:48 AM

The truck is looking killer, man. Love that style.

GregWeld

10-03-2017, 08:26 AM

The truck is looking killer, man. Love that style.

Thanks Kevin!

fleetus macmullitz

10-03-2017, 08:37 AM

Here are a RS Camaro and Challenger, plus a Ring Mustang that 'may' be a similar color to the sample posted grey posted. There's also another non-metallic grey '69 build on this board somewhere.

https://s20.postimg.org/h1o1l9yxp/IMG_0515.jpg (https://postimg.org/image/8jelgxsex/)

https://s20.postimg.org/xe2oor2n1/IMG_0527.jpg (https://postimg.org/image/wbsi67jtl/)

https://s20.postimg.org/4aegsiejh/IMG_0524.jpg (https://postimg.org/image/hrbfbdoux/)

https://s20.postimg.org/okbs7nfod/IMG_0530.jpg (https://postimg.org/image/nuszvaf4p/)

https://s20.postimg.org/48zxlcnbx/IMG_0533.jpg (https://postimg.org/image/mokeir1g9/)

Tim john---

10-03-2017, 09:13 AM

Greg, Beautiful truck by the way, very well exucuted. If you are considering a silver color I would highly suggest taking the time to do a little spray out of a 1963 Pontiac Super Duty Swiss Cheese Catalina color called "Sterling Silver", without question the most stunning color I have ever seen. In the natural sunlight it is beyond words. You owe it to yourself to see this color in the sun if you are considering a silver. If you need the paint code or any information I have it and can forward it to you.

Tim john---

GregWeld

10-03-2017, 09:36 AM

One of my favorite cars - '60's Pontiacs. Buddy had a navy blue one in high school --- with the bolt on wheels. Loved that car. Especially with a girl named Kiki Love in the back seat.... LOL

I don't want a metallic paint on the truck.... it'll be a solid color. The paint color we are working with is a custom -- and the Audi Nardo is only "close".... but the color changed with light. It was sprayed out on those clear body samples the paint companies use... and it went light to dark with the curves.

GregWeld

10-03-2017, 09:42 AM

My color comments below........

Here are a RS Camaro and Challenger, plus a Ring Mustang that 'may' be a similar color to the sample posted grey posted. There's also another non-metallic grey '69 build on this board somewhere.

Love these Camaro shots --- and in these pics you can see what the right color "grey" does with the body lines.... Battleship grey doesn't do that - but the right greys do.

https://s20.postimg.org/h1o1l9yxp/IMG_0515.jpg (https://postimg.org/image/8jelgxsex/)

https://s20.postimg.org/xe2oor2n1/IMG_0527.jpg (https://postimg.org/image/wbsi67jtl/)

https://s20.postimg.org/4aegsiejh/IMG_0524.jpg (https://postimg.org/image/hrbfbdoux/)

To me (below) -- this is "muddy/dirty grey" -- I didn't like it in person either....

https://s20.postimg.org/okbs7nfod/IMG_0530.jpg (https://postimg.org/image/nuszvaf4p/)

Below is BLUE.....

https://s20.postimg.org/48zxlcnbx/IMG_0533.jpg (https://postimg.org/image/mokeir1g9/)

fleetus macmullitz

10-03-2017, 11:21 AM

...and here I don't see any blue.

I really like that color on the RS Camaro too.

(Posted by Hot Rod)

https://s20.postimg.org/ody34k6jh/IMG_0558.jpg (https://postimg.org/image/oqphaqot5/)

DBasher

10-03-2017, 12:08 PM

I don't want a metallic paint on the truck.... it'll be a solid color.
Perfect

Darker than the factory 40 gray, just for reference.

GregWeld

10-03-2017, 01:23 PM

Perfect

Darker than the factory 40 gray, just for reference.

You know what? I saw that very truck this morning and thought "damn that's ugly"!

Charley send you the link??

I'd describe the color we're leaning to as a "medium" grey....

DBasher

10-03-2017, 01:42 PM

You know what? I saw that very truck this morning and thought "damn that's ugly"!

Charley send you the link??

I'd describe the color we're leaning to as a "medium" grey....

Last I heard from Charley it was "you know what you need..." shortly after, I had my number changed, lol

I saw that truck last night and thought...eh, Weld will get it right. I've seen your houses and the way you dress. You've got style and pizzazz baby!

214Chevy

10-03-2017, 01:48 PM

"Destroyer Grey" because it destroys the look of the car..........

Be nice Charlie...:twak:

DBasher

10-03-2017, 01:54 PM

So a bit unrelated but close enough in topic to mention. The first time I was in Sun Valley I fell in love with a Blue/Grey Sprinter that was in town, now everytime I see that color I think how good it'd look on an old car. Next time you're running around town I'm sure you'll see one, or five.

This is pulled from the web, the color really needs to be seen in person.

Musclerodz

10-03-2017, 02:04 PM

GregWeld

10-03-2017, 02:07 PM

Last I heard from Charley it was "you know what you need..." shortly after, I had my number changed, lol

I saw that truck last night and thought...eh, Weld will get it right. I've seen your houses and the way you dress. You've got style and pizzazz baby!

Well I don't know about the "dress" part..... I gave away all my suits and ties years ago after selling the NYC business!! Now I'm Idaho hick.... and the t-shirt I had on yesterday had holes in the shoulder area from MIG weld splatter....

Smart on the number change..... LOL

Be nice Charlie...:twak:

Here's Charley being "nice" ---- "you know what you need?...... "

LOL

I'll probably have to call a decorator in to re-do the casita at his new place in Scottsdale.... I've heard that "early Mexican antique reproductions" burn well.

So a bit unrelated but close enough in topic to mention. The first time I was in Sun Valley I fell in love with a Blue/Grey Sprinter that was in town, now everytime I see that color I think how good it'd look on an old car. Next time you're running around town I'm sure you'll see one, or five.

This is pulled from the web, the color really needs to be seen in person.

Those seem to be "THE" hot new camper "active lifestyle" rig! They're everywhere here! I even helped my buddy (he was the foreman on our house build here) build out his interior. Had to teach him how to weld and to cut metal --- he didn't understand warpage.... Damn wood builders! Funny -- he liked working with metal - but that was also in my shop! LOL ---- Loved the "take it over to the cold cut saw" --- and he's looking at me with squinted eyes that are asking "WHAT??!!"

clill

10-03-2017, 03:13 PM

On the plus side of painting it that ****ty color if Greg decides he is gonna die again I will be able to buy it cheap.:twak:

GregWeld

10-03-2017, 03:25 PM

The original 36-40 ford gray was much like machinery gray and has a completely different tone than sealer does. I think as a single stage it would look great using an original color. This 36 has had one partial repaint. The original color is about half shade darker.

https://scontent-dft4-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/553564_368641339843344_1920616260_n.jpg?oh=481f4e6 a4deaa1bc6976150661663734&oe=5A4123BC

Funny that I was looking for color ideas (Originally it was going to be 1957 Porsche Stone Grey).... and the 1940 Ford Pickup color of FOLKSTONE GRAY popped up.... but like the TEAL colors on restored GM 50's cars --- there's 700 shades of them - from light to dark. That particular original color - when you search for cars using it - runs from a light tan to a dark gray and everywhere in between.

Mostly what I decided against -- was anything with a green/brown tone in it.... I want it a bit more modern.... "cleaner" if you will. The guys at the shop picked out several and had them there to look at and they had added some tint or whatever to make it "better" / or "worse" if you're name starts with a "C" like Crap or....

WSSix

10-03-2017, 04:52 PM

Glad it won't be a brown gray. I'm not a fan. I prefer blue grays. I know you'll get it right. Basher's right, you've got style!

GregWeld

10-03-2017, 06:40 PM

Glad it won't be a brown gray. I'm not a fan. I prefer blue grays. I know you'll get it right. Basher's right, you've got style!

Basher just wants to marry into the family.... LOL

As we all know --- there's about a zillion colors and about 8 zillion opinions. I don't care what color it would be -- some wouldn't like it.... some would.... somebody else doesn't like the wheels... or the motor choice.... or they'd want a stick.

V8TV

10-03-2017, 07:18 PM

Basher just wants to marry into the family.... LOL

As we all know --- there's about a zillion colors and about 8 zillion opinions. I don't care what color it would be -- some wouldn't like it.... some would.... somebody else doesn't like the wheels... or the motor choice.... or they'd want a stick.

True statement.

I really dig this one Dave Lane did for George P:

https://i.pinimg.com/736x/ea/45/76/ea4576fe932b9d7eab2ae45900f4837b--hot-rod-trucks-cars-and-trucks.jpg

GregWeld

10-03-2017, 07:25 PM

True statement.

I really dig this one Dave Lane did for George P:

https://i.pinimg.com/736x/ea/45/76/ea4576fe932b9d7eab2ae45900f4837b--hot-rod-trucks-cars-and-trucks.jpg

Dave Lane has built some stellar cars....

You should have been a fly on the wall when I was with Roy Brizio at his personal collection -- and we discussed his gold '55 with the whitewalls.... LOL

DBasher

10-03-2017, 07:37 PM

Basher just wants to marry into the family.... LOL

As we all know --- there's about a zillion colors and about 8 zillion opinions. I don't care what color it would be -- some wouldn't like it.... some would.... somebody else doesn't like the wheels... or the motor choice.... or they'd want a stick.

Gwen and I had some big plans last summer that didn't quite pan out....for me.
Xoxo

Gray is gray, just don't take as long as that Curtis fella to get it sorted out.:peepwall:

So you sat in the seat and checked the fit, are you still planning the same colors/tones with the new exterior color? You know any color will look good as long as it's black or red.
:thumbsup:

V8TV

10-03-2017, 07:45 PM

We just shot a '51 Chevy in solid dark green with black fenders. Even with all the curves, solids look good too.

https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-JMHsBNPjE5U/WSYOoF2hVwI/AAAAAAACZ3s/UB3MgzIvEMIqdpRa-eTEJjOH7oVOmLT3wCHMYBhgL/s1600/1951_Chevy_PU_GH_05-24-17_0006.JPG

https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-fGA0K5XAG5w/WS2qOXT1M8I/AAAAAAACaDs/NxWCIqvkW5g_XdF59FSbOQDiSsl0BuWDgCHMYBhgL/s1600/1951_Chevy_PU_GH_05-25-17_0009.JPG

GregWeld

10-03-2017, 07:46 PM

Gwen and I had some big plans last summer that didn't quite pan out....for me.
Xoxo

Gray is gray, just don't take as long as that Curtis fella to get it sorted out.:peepwall:

So you sat in the seat and checked the fit, are you still planning the same colors/tones with the new exterior color? You know any color will look good as long as it's black or red.
:thumbsup:

HAHAHAHAHAHA

If I'd have died she'd be single!!!

Curtis --- Paralysis by analysis....

I get how important color is.... but whatever someone chooses it has to be what they like, or love. I used to sell Brown Jordan patio furniture (wholesaler)----- and I used to tell the consumer that very thing when I'd do a "trunk show"..... just buy the set in the color that you want! As long as you do that - you'll love it. Buy the set the way your friends want - and you'll always be kicking yourself for not getting the one you wanted. If you want a red Corvette -- then get it! Don't buy a beige Chevelle!

DBasher

10-03-2017, 07:52 PM

V8TV

10-03-2017, 08:03 PM

Nice booth, Kevin! Wow!

Thank you sir, it's more of a "paint room" than a booth... we can fit a lot of stuff in there!

JON Q

10-03-2017, 08:25 PM

My 39 Chevy truck is green with black

gofastwclass

10-03-2017, 08:47 PM

I get how important color is..... just buy the set in the color that you want! As long as you do that - you'll love it. Buy the set the way your friends want - and you'll always be kicking yourself for not getting the one you wanted.

I agree! ...and you want gray, so I don't see the problem. :D

As fast as the work is going on this build now that you changed shops, parts of the truck may already be painted. :gitrdun:

GregWeld

10-04-2017, 01:12 PM

My 39 Chevy truck is green with black

Too funny!!! I had taken this picture at one of the private collections we stopped at on the Good-Guys Hall of Fame Tour last week.... and sent it to my wife because I thought it was "cute".....

http://lateral-g.net/forums/attachment.php4?attachmentid=63367&stc=1&d=1507147922

JON Q

10-04-2017, 02:04 PM

Too funny!!! I had taken this picture at one of the private collections we stopped at on the Good-Guys Hall of Fame Tour last week.... and sent it to my wife because I thought it was "cute".....

http://lateral-g.net/forums/attachment.php4?attachmentid=63367&stc=1&d=1507147922
Nice truck!!!
Greg, I love your truck, I live in Houston but I take a trip every other weekend to Austin to pick up my little girl for the weekend. I will have to stop by and visit the shop and see your truck.

GregWeld

10-04-2017, 04:02 PM

Nice truck!!!
Greg, I love your truck, I live in Houston but I take a trip every other weekend to Austin to pick up my little girl for the weekend. I will have to stop by and visit the shop and see your truck.

Thank you!

The shop is in ANDICE ---- they have a good website..... call to see if you can visit or you'll roll up and the gates will be closed and you won't be able to get anywhere near it.

https://www.customsandhotrodsofandice.com/

214Chevy

10-04-2017, 04:07 PM

fleetus macmullitz

10-04-2017, 05:49 PM

Andy Leach built '30 Ford.

Non-metallic paint at its best.

https://s20.postimg.org/x62owoeu5/IMG_0609.jpg (https://postimg.org/image/imvjv9lp5/)

https://s20.postimg.org/hfhm31vkt/IMG_0612.jpg (https://postimg.org/image/ovgvouja1/)

https://s20.postimg.org/f4jjyvkt9/IMG_0610.jpg (https://postimg.org/image/5jzxbzvh5/)

67camaro496

10-04-2017, 07:26 PM

Damn that is slick!!

waynieZ

10-04-2017, 08:25 PM

Wow gorgeous car .

Ketzer

10-04-2017, 08:42 PM

Absolutely criminal the awards that car didn't win...

RKROEGER

10-05-2017, 05:10 AM

Absolutely stunning

GregWeld

10-05-2017, 06:59 AM

Absolutely criminal the awards that car didn't win...

That should have won every award ever..... except AMBR... and that's an obvious reason.

I've always thought the big awards - at any show - are a "who's who" and not based on who SHOULD have won. Let's take that Foose built Impala..... for example.

jarhead

10-05-2017, 11:31 AM

^^^^ WOW that is pure SEX Skip!

Che70velle

10-05-2017, 01:21 PM

That is crazy nice!!!

DOOM

10-05-2017, 04:11 PM

That should have won every award ever..... except AMBR... and that's an obvious reason.

I've always thought the big awards - at any show - are a "who's who" and not based on who SHOULD have won. Let's take that Foose built Impala..... for example.
So friggin true!!!!!!!!

fleetus macmullitz

10-06-2017, 09:42 AM

The late Bruce Leven's 1951 Ford...

https://s20.postimg.org/xfkhb2gwt/IMG_0706.jpg (https://postimages.org/)

https://s20.postimg.org/mu0lz2al9/IMG_0700.jpg (https://postimg.org/image/78jaf3ymx/)

https://s20.postimg.org/rxrvn9lp9/IMG_0708.jpg (https://postimg.org/image/yo8cwp8ux/)

XISoGSeNZtg

Best part for me was how Leno repeatedly said how much fun it was to drive.

That Lincoln motor... :cool:

GregWeld

10-06-2017, 09:48 AM

fleetus macmullitz

10-06-2017, 10:00 AM

Greg,

Thanks for sharing your thoughts with us about your friend Bruce...

fleetus macmullitz

10-06-2017, 10:11 AM

Just watched this great tribute to Bruce Leven.

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fleetus macmullitz

10-08-2017, 09:24 AM

Greg,

How close is this to your color?

https://s20.postimg.org/kmfdeaql9/IMG_0764.jpg (https://postimages.org/)

(Just your everyday day garden variety 1942 Alfa Romeo 6C 2500 SS Berlinetta)

Juggernaut

10-08-2017, 10:21 AM

Bruce Leven was a personal friend of mine for about 20 years.... he was an amazing man and lived one hell of a life.

Sadly -- we shared a couple things the last couple years. He was the one that talked me into having the truck built at Pinkee's..... and about a year or so ago was diagnosed with lung cancer. Yep -- he smoked about 3 packs a day....

For the last 6 months - we talked every other day or so.... sometimes late into the night... and given our death sentences - had much to discuss. Sadly -- only near the end (the last month) was he giving my method a try. But by this time - he was sick from the Chemo and the cancer was roaring.

I will miss him dearly. And think about him daily. I had thought about doing the same exact grey as a tribute to him.... but it's too dark for the lines of the '40. So my gray is modified a bit.

Just a few hours before reading this comment I watched the Jay Leno's Garage segment on Bruce's car, and remembered him saying he wished Bruce well and that he could come back again soon to take Jay for a ride (or something to that effect). Very sorry to hear of his passing. Those were some very kind words you wrote.

I'll bet your truck's paint will look great!

GregWeld

10-09-2017, 08:52 PM

Greg,

How close is this to your color?

https://s20.postimg.org/kmfdeaql9/IMG_0764.jpg (https://postimages.org/)

(Just your everyday day garden variety 1942 Alfa Romeo 6C 2500 SS Berlinetta)

It's VERY CLOSE !

GregWeld

10-09-2017, 09:26 PM

Just a few hours before reading this comment I watched the Jay Leno's Garage segment on Bruce's car, and remembered him saying he wished Bruce well and that he could come back again soon to take Jay for a ride (or something to that effect). Very sorry to hear of his passing. Those were some very kind words you wrote.

I'll bet your truck's paint will look great!

Thank you!!

A further little "story" on my friend Bruce.

It was "tradition" in the summer months - on Saturday afternoons - to head to Issaquah (iss sa kwa) to my buddies Triple X Root beer burger joint.... we could park in the lot next door because the business was closed on the weekends. There might be 6 cars - or 60.... and they came and went - but generally there was some friends there. We'd pull out our folding chairs and sit in the grass berms under the trees and BS for a bit.

One day (as usual) Bruce rolls in... and comes over to join us. He ALWAYS drove something cool - and always drove something different... he had quite a few cars to choose from. It might be his killer Porsche - or an early suburban (converted to late model diesel of course!).... But this particular Saturday he didn't bring a chair. Marv and I offered up our chairs - but he wouldn't have it. He'd just sit in the grass. I reminded him that his ass would be wet when he got up, because it is - after all - the pacific northwest.... and the ground is usually moist. He didn't care - he lit up, and plopped down.

Well -- 3 minutes into it - he jumps up and starts cursing (he cursed - A LOT) - why? Yeah.... because of course now he's soaked thru.

And in his usual way ---- it was my fault.... Oh god we all got a good laugh. And then the stories flowed. He had lots of 'em.

Here's the deal you guys will never understand. This is a man that raced at the highest levels - with the world's finest drivers.... he owned jets.... he owned LARGE yachts.... but... he was one of us. He cursed like a garbage man... his fingers were yellow from smoking.... He was just a hot rodder/car guy... and he LOVED it (coming out to the triple X) because he could be himself. We gave him no mercy - and he gave us none right back. I loved seeing him pull in, because it automatically meant we were going to have some good times.

I've always thought that your "soul" is what you leave behind.... it's the memories that others have of you. That's what lives on. I will never forget the day he sat in the grass... and his reaction. That is a good memory of howling hysterically. The sad ones are of the last few conversations we had about life.... but the good ones prevail. They bring that melancholy smile to me even as my heart sags. It's my loss. He's gone, but it is those of us that are left behind that "feel" for him.

In the end - we discussed our lives. How - in the end - it didn't matter one damn bit what you had.... you'd trade it all for more time. He lived well - he lived large... he did what he wanted and when he wanted... "It" was always going to happen to the other guy. It's very hard to explain unless you've lived it.

Tinker

10-10-2017, 03:52 AM

Gregg,

You are one of the richest men out there. Not because of what you own, but because the friends you know and have known, and your love and respect for life. Keep it up, it's a rare quality!

GregWeld

10-10-2017, 06:28 AM

Gregg,

You are one of the richest men out there. Not because of what you own, but because the friends you know and have known, and your love and respect for life. Keep it up, it's a rare quality!

True that, Chris! Thanks!

Bruce and I had chats about what our lives were like, and the fact that we could die without regret. The bucket list was pretty "full".... It is your love of life that makes passing so hard. After all, you're going to miss doing more of it! But then again - you think - WTF - life has been good and it's been lived at full speed.

gofastwclass

10-10-2017, 02:30 PM

That is an absolutely awesome way to think of it.

jarhead

10-11-2017, 06:44 PM

Greg,
Thanks for sharing about Mr Leven. I too saw the Jay Leno show about the shoebox Ford. I had never heard about Mr. Leven prior to that show and when Jay mentioned his name I googled it and didn't find anything ( spelled it wrong).

I came here tonight, what a tribute...

OLDFLM

10-17-2017, 07:21 PM

Love the truck, the color and the increase horsepower!

GregWeld

10-25-2017, 11:02 AM

A couple minor updates on the old worn out pig......

The Crate LS3 is OUT ---- and a new Don Hardy 550hp LS is in.......

Somewhere in there is a picture of modifying the gap between the bed and the cab..... it was just UGLY.

Getting some billet trim on the nose.......

http://lateral-g.net/forums/attachment.php4?attachmentid=63529&stc=1&d=1508953947

http://lateral-g.net/forums/attachment.php4?attachmentid=63530&stc=1&d=1508954249

http://lateral-g.net/forums/attachment.php4?attachmentid=63531&stc=1&d=1508954249

PAINT COLOR --- NOT the interior color!

http://lateral-g.net/forums/attachment.php4?attachmentid=63533&stc=1&d=1508954249

Musical note amplification............

http://lateral-g.net/forums/attachment.php4?attachmentid=63535&stc=1&d=1508954249

http://lateral-g.net/forums/attachment.php4?attachmentid=63534&stc=1&d=1508954249

preston

10-25-2017, 12:59 PM

MMMmmmmm......Macintosh amplifiers. Even though they will be hidden away they match the truck perfectly !

214Chevy

10-25-2017, 03:44 PM

McIntosh....sweet!! That's some top of the line, high quality ish right there fellers.

DBasher

10-25-2017, 05:41 PM

Great looking detail on the front of the bed, most will never know what's been done...perfect. Same goes for the bullnose, a "factory" appearing piece that just looks better. Will it still release the hood?

waynieZ

10-25-2017, 05:49 PM

I like the custom touches to the bed. It's amazing how narrow that hood looks in the shot from the front.

GregWeld

10-25-2017, 07:31 PM

MMMmmmmm......Macintosh amplifiers. Even though they will be hidden away they match the truck perfectly !

I'd love to be able to see those needles dance -- but it won't happen.... but I'll still hear the quality!

McIntosh....sweet!! That's some top of the line, high quality ish right there fellers.

Yes sir!

Great looking detail on the front of the bed, most will never know what's been done...perfect. Same goes for the bullnose, a "factory" appearing piece that just looks better. Will it still release the hood?

Thanks Dan --- No it will not operate the hood latch -- the hood latch is a modern version (shown in pictures in here somewhere) -- and it has a separate handle. That was the reason for eliminating - or being able to eliminate - the huge factory moldings and release for this slimer less garish garnish. LOL

I like the custom touches to the bed. It's amazing how narrow that hood looks in the shot from the front.

The truck is SMALL ----- as in OMG..... and thanks! When I saw the crude factory bed "end" and the gap ---- I immediately said -- "okay, can we fix that please".

Boss 5.0

10-26-2017, 02:10 AM

GregWeld

10-26-2017, 06:50 AM

The new mods are nice additions. Funny thing about 40's is how bad most front ends line up, fenders and hood. It takes some real work to get nice gaps there. The cab to bed is another one that in my eye has always needed some attention on this era truck, the mods being done are spot on.

Love the interior color with the exterior, they compliment each other perfectly.

Rock on Greg!

Thanks Glenn! You have no idea how much I've spent on METAL WORK to get this truck right.... I'm not a fan of "get it close and spread some bondo on it"..... There are so many compound curves to deal with. One of the biggest helps IMHO is to put these old clap traps on a real chassis that's stiff enough to hold those nice gaps when you start putting some real life road miles on. That's why I called Phil and Jeremy (The Roadster Shop) and ordered their chassis.... versus bandaging (boxing etc) the old stock chassis. Now it should drive nice and hold up to being a daily driver.

clill

10-26-2017, 08:01 AM

And in a week when his short attention span kicks in I can buy it cheap and paint it.:peepwall:

GregWeld

10-26-2017, 08:05 AM

And in a week when his short attention span kicks in I can buy it cheap and paint it.:peepwall:

You already have your Ford XP farm truck......

Blake Foster

10-26-2017, 11:34 AM

Love the color. i have been trying to talk people into Grey for years!!!

OLDFLM

10-26-2017, 05:19 PM

Being an Ohio State Buckeye fan, I'm diggin' the Scarlett & Grey!

GregWeld

10-26-2017, 07:14 PM

Being an Ohio State Buckeye fan, I'm diggin' the Scarlett & Grey!

See --- people only look at the pictures ----- I AM NOT using the red/scarlet interior --- that was only a suggested color..... but in my head I see black and caramel or dark brown accents.... not red.

FETorino

10-26-2017, 09:27 PM

That Gray with Scarlet interior is a great choice Greg:poke:

kwhizz

10-27-2017, 05:20 AM

GregWeld

10-27-2017, 05:44 AM

After meeting Harold and his crew (CHRA) during the Good-Guys Road Tour.......Greg is in good hands and probably doesn't even need to go there anymore till the car is finished and it will be completed with perfection without any shortcuts taken...............What a great experience meeting the Chapman Family...........Class all the way !!!!!

Ken

The beauty of moving the truck -- I got a FAR better shop -- and my daughter lives in Austin. Double trouble.

Ken -- it's absolutely amazing how this shop has just plowed forward with not only the job at hand - but their ideas.... They totally grasp the fact that I want to daily drive the truck - but that I am also willing to do "practical" hot rod touches when they make sense.

So far this experience has been equal to working with Roy Brizio on the '33. There is weekly real progress... great ideas... no excuses... and top quality workmanship.

It should be a hoot taking it on the Hall of Fame Tour 2018.... and I'm going to plan to do one or maybe two more of those if Ed will promise to not let Charley sign up. LOL

214Chevy

10-27-2017, 11:31 AM

Can't wait to see the color on this thing Greg and watch how all of the fellers will regress and say how good and bad a$$ it looks after being a nonbeliever.

clill

10-27-2017, 01:31 PM

I told you that was a great color..............

OLDFLM

10-27-2017, 04:25 PM

... in my head I see black and caramel or dark brown accents.... not red.

Grey with caramel and dark brown? Black with texture and stitched highlights!

DBasher

10-27-2017, 06:47 PM

Just make sure it's comfortable, playa.

GregWeld

10-28-2017, 06:07 AM

I told you that was a great color..............

You bust me up.

GregWeld

11-13-2017, 11:24 AM

Got to post a few more updates that Charley needs to approve before we can move forward......

OKAY --- let's get goin' !! LOL

Remember the rear fenders that were so bad Pinkee's couldn't use them - so they instead mounted Fiberglass versions???

Yeah..... Well they're on the truck now.....

http://lateral-g.net/forums/attachment.php4?attachmentid=63704&stc=1&d=1510600583

We/They (CHRA) hid the coils -- and this is how they did the holes for the plug wires to come thru.... this is a closeup of the inner fender.... Gotta love little details - even if it's going to be a daily driver!

http://lateral-g.net/forums/attachment.php4?attachmentid=63704&stc=1&d=1510600583

This is the headlight trim chosen --- NOT the headlight! That is just a placeholder..... going to use blacked out Harley lights. I chose the standard trim ring (simple ring) over the DELUXE trim which is far larger.....

http://lateral-g.net/forums/attachment.php4?attachmentid=63706&stc=1&d=1510600856

Given the stance --- they thought they might have to "C" notch the chassis - but as it turns out - they just had to remount the upper shock.

http://lateral-g.net/forums/attachment.php4?attachmentid=63707&stc=1&d=1510600964

dontlifttoshift

11-13-2017, 12:50 PM

GregWeld

11-13-2017, 01:16 PM

Th 39 headlight rings are so much better than 40.

I have never not notched the rear of a 35-40 frame and nobody in the history of hot rodding has ever said "That extra inch and a half of rear suspension travel sure does suck."

Agree on the headlight rings.... I like 'em just simple. They're not the focus of what I want people to look at. LOL

They were going to notch the Roadster Shop chassis --- then did some work and found it didn't need it to get full travel and the ride height where it sits.

waynieZ

11-13-2017, 05:05 PM

It's looking good Greg. I couldn't make a body panel straight with filler and paint they make it look perfect in bare steel. Very Nice work.

Che70velle

11-13-2017, 05:46 PM

Glad to see some REAL rear fenders on the truck Greg. It deserves it.
Awesome build sir!

gofastwclass

11-13-2017, 05:59 PM

Remember the rear fenders that were so bad Pinkee's couldn't use them - so they instead mounted Fiberglass versions???

Yeah..... Well they're on the truck now.....

More proof you chose the right shop this time around. The rear fenders look just right for the build and I love where this is going. It's even more cool that you actually want to drive it all the time. :)

kwhizz

11-14-2017, 05:54 AM

More proof you chose the right shop this time around. The rear fenders look just right for the build and I love where this is going. It's even more cool that you actually want to drive it all the time. :)

X 1000

kwhizz

12-14-2017, 04:51 AM

Updates ??????

GregWeld

12-14-2017, 07:16 AM

Updates ??????

Hasn't really been any work done that is worth the pictures..... it's in that stage of pulling the motor -- it went to Don Hardy Race engines for to get upgraded (to 550hp).... and there's some clean up of where the old seams were (open em up and bring up to quality)... tweaks to what's already been done but needs more work before bodywork. Mounts of various items such as seat belts and stereo parts and pieces (those HUGE McIntosh amps I sent them).... Glass was ordered so that's been being fit in the doors etc.... the tail pan is being built...

So basically - it's in that unexciting stage of disassembly and fit and tweak vs big changes. It's marching forward to be sure! I love this shop! They just are heads down pushing forward.... none of this "builder BS" of sitting on their hands, yet needing more funds!!

Lenie

12-14-2017, 11:57 PM

Can't wait to see this one Greg.

kwhizz

12-18-2017, 05:29 AM

Yep !!!!........Harold is a great guy that "Get's" it !!!!!!!!You are in good hands !!!

GregWeld

12-21-2017, 07:46 PM

Updates ??????

Rear tail pan looking pretty complete.......

http://lateral-g.net/forums/attachment.php4?
attachmentid=63971&stc=1&d=1513914273

http://lateral-g.net/forums/attachment.php4?attachmentid=63972&stc=1&d=1513914273

waynieZ

12-21-2017, 07:47 PM

It looks nice, didn't expect anything lees from these guys!

glassman

12-21-2017, 08:17 PM

beautiful!!! Nice A_s! but hey, i'm an a_s man. or the other way around.

Done in time for tour?

Flash68

12-21-2017, 10:57 PM

https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-MpmqP9b/0/0bbd7c07/S/i-MpmqP9b-S.jpg (https://davidgordon.smugmug.com/Misc/n-Pp9jSk/i-MpmqP9b/A)

Boss 5.0

12-22-2017, 02:36 AM

WOW!! That rear pan is so nice. Love the character lines instead of just a smooth pan. Adds so much

Musclerodz

12-22-2017, 06:55 AM

awesome. looks like 2 corvette bumperettes welded together. they getting chromed?

GregWeld

12-22-2017, 07:46 AM

It looks nice, didn't expect anything lees from these guys!

Yeah Wayne -- it's a REAL SHOP with some quality guys! The management of the project has just been stellar!

beautiful!!! Nice A_s! but hey, i'm an a_s man. or the other way around.

Done in time for tour?

Oh yeah -- that's the whole reason for the move to CHRA -- well -- now turns out to be one of many good reasons to move -- but It WILL BE DONE for the tour.

https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-MpmqP9b/0/0bbd7c07/S/i-MpmqP9b-S.jpg (https://davidgordon.smugmug.com/Misc/n-Pp9jSk/i-MpmqP9b/A)

I like her better maybe.......

WOW!! That rear pan is so nice. Love the character lines instead of just a smooth pan. Adds so much

Napkin sketches sometimes work just great. One of the guys in the shop sketched it in pencil -- BAM! Build it!

awesome. looks like 2 corvette bumperettes welded together. they getting chromed?

HAHAHAHAHAHA I'll post the car it came from.........

http://lateral-g.net/forums/attachment.php4?attachmentid=63973&stc=1&d=1513957574

preston

12-22-2017, 09:35 AM

Flash68

12-22-2017, 10:58 AM

The truck looks great but I sure wish we had a build thread on the '70 Mustang.

Amen. It's coming..... supposedly. :walkingdog:

GregWeld

12-22-2017, 01:07 PM

The truck looks great but I sure wish we had a build thread on the '70 Mustang.

Would love to see construction photos of how they built that tailpan but its not that kind of build thread, they have better uses for their time.

I have a pic with the metal man cutting some sheet stock on a Beverly Shear for the pan - but it's a pretty boring post dude!! LOL

SUTTON will post the build of the GT car when he's got something to post.... right now --- it's nothing than stuff on order.... body is due in Calif or may even be on it's way..... once they have the BODY -- the chassis will go on the table. The chassis shop didn't want to start a chassis without a body to pull from.

GregWeld

12-22-2017, 01:10 PM

The truck looks great but I sure wish we had a build thread on the '70 Mustang.

Would love to see construction photos of how they built that tailpan but its not that kind of build thread, they have better uses for their time.

TAIL PAN EXTRAVAGANZA !!!! :G-Dub: :headspin: :poke:

http://lateral-g.net/forums/attachment.php4?attachmentid=63974&stc=1&d=1513976980

kwhizz

12-22-2017, 03:20 PM

Freak'in Awsum !!!!!!!!!

WSSix

12-22-2017, 05:27 PM

Seriously, great lines. It works with the truck but also says there's something more here. Maybe even something sporty. I dig it. Glad this is working out so well for you, Greg

GregWeld

12-23-2017, 05:54 AM

Seriously, great lines. It works with the truck but also says there's something more here. Maybe even something sporty. I dig it. Glad this is working out so well for you, Greg

Thanks Trey!! I'm so happy with this shop! They can "design and build" and they've given fantastic guidance for the small things.... and still keep in mind the goal at the same time (daily driven).

I guess even a blind squirrel gets a nut once in awhile.

I hate to say it -- but I actually owe Lillard for that call. While I was generally unhappy -- I hadn't decided to pull the plug on him.... Until Charley called. Then it was BAM!

fleetus macmullitz

12-23-2017, 07:33 AM

Thanks Trey!! I'm so happy with this shop! They can "design and build" and they've given fantastic guidance for the small things.... and still keep in mind the goal at the same time (daily driven).

I guess even a blind squirrel gets a nut once in awhile.

I hate to say it -- but I actually owe Lillard for that call. While I was generally unhappy -- I hadn't decided to pull the plug on him.... Until Charley called. Then it was BAM!

Must be nice to have your own personal 'Shell Answer Man' on speed dial, Bruh.

:P

4flX6xaH46M

GregWeld

12-25-2017, 10:26 AM

If you're an Instagram user ------ CHRA posts progress pics on their account....

@CHRATEXAS

They have better pics of how they did this rear valance on there -- than they even sent to me!! LOL

DBasher

12-25-2017, 10:33 AM

That gas cap looks a lot better!

preston

12-25-2017, 08:34 PM

TAIL PAN EXTRAVAGANZA !!!! :G-Dub: :headspin: :poke:

http://lateral-g.net/forums/attachment.php4?attachmentid=63974&stc=1&d=1513976980

Oh, okay I see exactly how it was put together now ! :rolleyes:

GregWeld

12-26-2017, 08:43 AM

Oh, okay I see exactly how it was put together now ! :rolleyes:

I was laughing when I posted that!!

:mock:

gofastwclass

12-26-2017, 12:34 PM

Whenever I need a laugh all I need to do is check here and see what you guys are up to. :) :thankyou:

GregWeld

12-27-2017, 05:29 AM

Whenever I need a laugh all I need to do is check here and see what you guys are up to. :) :thankyou:

I always imagine this site as a bunch of yahoos in a garage - friday night - beer in hand.... kinda the way a rat rod gets built.

LOL

Ketzer

12-27-2017, 07:17 AM

.... kinda the way a rat rod gets built.

LOL

I have a completely different opinion of how they get "built".... heavy pharma experimentation and total lack of adult supervision...

Jeff-

FlameBroiled

12-27-2017, 03:58 PM

What a beautiful shop. One day I hope mine is just as nice...one day....

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7TvLsGbddpY

.

GregWeld

02-07-2018, 03:44 PM

Some updates just for Ken..... I'm a thinking she'll be ready for the Hall of Fame cruise in September....

I just picked upholstery and seat belts...

http://lateral-g.net/forums/attachment.php4?attachmentid=64544&stc=1&d=1518046726

http://lateral-g.net/forums/attachment.php4?attachmentid=64545&stc=1&d=1518046772

http://lateral-g.net/forums/attachment.php4?attachmentid=64546&stc=1&d=1518046802

http://lateral-g.net/forums/attachment.php4?attachmentid=64547&stc=1&d=1518046833

http://lateral-g.net/forums/attachment.php4?attachmentid=64548&stc=1&d=1518046877

http://lateral-g.net/forums/attachment.php4?attachmentid=64549&stc=1&d=1518046929

http://lateral-g.net/forums/attachment.php4?attachmentid=64550&stc=1&d=1518046929

waynieZ

02-07-2018, 04:14 PM

It looks sweet Greg.

214Chevy

02-07-2018, 04:49 PM

Looking good Greg!! What color are you staining the bed wood?

GregWeld

02-07-2018, 05:06 PM

Looking good Greg!! What color are you staining the bed wood?

Whatever the color is that leaks from what's put in there..... So - rear end 90W - I have two Chocolate Labs..... Scratches from large rifle cases.... Charley's underwear....

LOL

Plan is for a black that lets the grain still show thru. Can't remember the exact color I picked.

jarhead

02-07-2018, 05:43 PM

Damn Greg thats BAD AZZ !

Stuart Adams

02-07-2018, 05:50 PM

Awesome truck. September, wow that's coming quick. Looking forward to seeing it.

gofastwclass

02-07-2018, 06:56 PM

Very nice progress. I love the lines.

jy211

02-08-2018, 05:23 AM

looking awesome!

SSLance

02-08-2018, 06:40 AM

Looks great Greg... I can't remember if it was shown or not but what are they doing for a fuel filler?

At this rate it'll be fine before my house...

FaBrycation

02-08-2018, 06:44 AM

Man those wheels are BADASS! the truck is looking killer Greg! eta?

kwhizz

02-08-2018, 06:56 AM

Let me take a guess and say you don't miss Pinkee's.........

GregWeld

02-08-2018, 07:25 AM

It looks sweet Greg.

Thanks Wayne!

Damn Greg thats BAD AZZ !

Thank you! I'm liking it more and more as it gets finished!

Awesome truck. September, wow that's coming quick. Looking forward to seeing it.

Thanks Stuart - yes - this shop seems to actually get it.... and it's a head down march forward. No excuses - just progress.

Very nice progress. I love the lines.

ME TOO! Thanks!

looking awesome!

It's looking like a project might actually get finished to me!! LOL

Looks great Greg... I can't remember if it was shown or not but what are they doing for a fuel filler?

At this rate it'll be fine before my house...

I don't know -- can't remember..... I think it was one of those filter regulator styles from GM....

Your house will be fine..... They're never done when they say they will be - and they never cost less... LOL

Man those wheels are BADASS! the truck is looking killer Greg! eta?

I like yours too!!! Thanks for the idea!! ETA is sometime to get shakedown miles on it before the September Hall of Fame tour -- which this truck WILL be on.

Let me take a guess and say you don't miss Pinkee's.........

WHO???

DOOM

02-09-2018, 08:15 AM

Nothing worse than one of these long drawn out threads on a project that takes forever. :action-smiley-027: :whistling: :underchair: :peepwall: :lol:

KPC67

02-09-2018, 05:51 PM

looks fasntastic Greg! congrats.

GregWeld

02-09-2018, 08:20 PM

Nothing worse than one of these long drawn out threads on a project that takes forever. :action-smiley-027: :whistling: :underchair: :peepwall: :lol:

No kidding!! This has taken way too long... Although you have to give me back the year I was trying to die. After that.... it shoulda been D-O-N-E !!

The kool part -- it's gonna be done and then I'm going to drive it 3000 miles on its maiden voyage.

<rummaging around for the blow me emoji)

looks fasntastic Greg! congrats.

Thanks buddy!! Where ya been????

Boss 5.0

02-10-2018, 04:23 AM

I absolutely love all the subtle details. The truck is stunning, can't wait to see it finished. I'm sure you can't either......

GregWeld

02-10-2018, 07:57 PM

I absolutely love all the subtle details. The truck is stunning, can't wait to see it finished. I'm sure you can't either......

Thank you! One of the things I've discussed with Mike @ CHRA ----- "some folks will see a nice old pickup going by.... but real car guys will come take a closer look to see what's going on."

Thanks for noticing!

Boss 5.0

02-11-2018, 03:23 AM

Thank you! One of the things I've discussed with Mike @ CHRA ----- "some folks will see a nice old pickup going by.... but real car guys will come take a closer look to see what's going on."

Thanks for noticing!

You are welcome.

I grew up in hot rod household. My dad instilled in me that some of the best mods are the ones that most people never even pick up on.

Mike is right on the money with that quote. I love going to shows and looking at vehicles and finding the "where's Waldo" of modifications.

gofastwclass

02-11-2018, 07:55 AM

I love going to shows and looking at vehicles and finding the "where's Waldo" of modifications.

In my opinion the best mods are the ones that look factory. :)

This truck is full of them. :)

OLDFLM

02-11-2018, 03:50 PM

http://lateral-g.net/forums/attachment.php4?attachmentid=63704&stc=1&d=1510600583

LOVE all the updates!

BUT I still think the fuel filler needs to be moved to the body line on the fender and it needs to be a "Crafty B" flip filler with a "**** Cancer!" inscription!

FWIW I'll buy it if you'll put it on the truck!

GregWeld

02-11-2018, 05:03 PM

LOVE all the updates!

BUT I still think the fuel filler needs to be moved to the body line on the fender and it needs to be a "Crafty B" flip filler with a "**** Cancer!" inscription!

FWIW I'll buy it if you'll put it on the truck!

LOL --- you know how much money I have invested in fuel filler caps and fender mods to adapt them?? Never mind.... hahahahahaha

I actually talked to Mike about some custom inscription --- but I just don't go to shows... so don't really give much thought to customizing "for others". But thanks for the offer!

slenning

02-13-2018, 12:00 PM

Gonna be a great truck Greg!! Glad you found a builder that "gets it". Can't wait to see it done.

GregWeld

02-14-2018, 06:42 AM

Gonna be a great truck Greg!! Glad you found a builder that "gets it". Can't wait to see it done.

Thanks Steve!! It is amazing the difference in real progress vs billing for no progress.... LOL

214Chevy

02-14-2018, 07:44 AM

Thanks Steve!! It is amazing the difference in real progress vs billing for no progress.... LOL

Can this statement be made into a law?! Truer words have never been spoken.

GregWeld

02-15-2018, 05:44 AM

Can this statement be made into a law?! Truer words have never been spoken.

Maybe I should make that a part of "Investing 102"?????

:trophy-1302:

Flash68

02-21-2018, 02:09 PM

Thanks Steve!! It is amazing the difference in real progress vs billing for no progress.... LOL

Eye see what you did there. :lol:

CJD Automotive

02-21-2018, 03:54 PM

Really like how they did the rear roll pan and license plate frame/bumperette. Looks like it could (should) have been built that way. Riddler like details everywhere.

DBasher

02-21-2018, 06:26 PM

Eye see what you did there. :lol:

Whadda jerk!

Looks great GW! What a kool rig for blasting around your new place in Texas. 😉

GregWeld

02-21-2018, 07:25 PM

Really like how they did the rear roll pan and license plate frame/bumperette. Looks like it could (should) have been built that way. Riddler like details everywhere.

Thanks Craig!

No Ridler stuff for me... (I know you're joking but....)

I just like to drive 'em..... Only time I go to shows is to see friends. I'm just too A D D to sit around all day listening to people. Just can't do it.... I sit there and start thinking about all the other things I could be doing! I do like to do a GoodGuys show here and there... lots of friends there and they have the Auto X to watch.

Vegas69

02-21-2018, 08:17 PM

Eye see what you did there. :lol:

So you finally get it after two decades and a few tries. :D

GregWeld

02-22-2018, 06:56 AM

So you finally get it after two decades and a few tries. :D

Has Yellow Bullet really been around that long?!?! OMG.....

:EmoteClueless:

Flash68

02-23-2018, 01:59 PM

So you finally get it after two decades and a few tries. :D

Damn, I wish I had hot rod building money at 22! :bitchslap:

gofastwclass

02-23-2018, 04:48 PM

Damn, I wish I had hot rod building money at 22! :bitchslap:

Me too! Can I go back to age 22 with all the money and knowledge I have now? :lmao:

DBasher

03-02-2018, 09:25 PM

Sits just right.

https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-FZLFpPp/0/e34115b4/XL/i-FZLFpPp-XL.jpg

https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-HcJsvF5/0/52bb326c/XL/i-HcJsvF5-XL.jpg

https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-Bh9mZ83/0/e3dab068/XL/i-Bh9mZ83-XL.jpg

:secret:

fleetus macmullitz

03-03-2018, 07:39 AM

Nice...but ya coulda built a Riviera.

:D

GregWeld

03-03-2018, 07:43 AM

Nice...but ya coulda built a Riveria.

:D

I like my boats to float.....

fleetus macmullitz

03-03-2018, 08:27 AM

I like my boats to float.....

With that motor, Charlie’s ‘boat’ will fly.

:Tomcat:

clill

03-03-2018, 09:33 AM

Now he should just put a coat of clear on it and leave it alone.

glassman

03-03-2018, 09:59 AM

^^^^^^^^

as is. bad a$$. CHRA. Harold, MIke and crew :thumbsup:

GregWeld

03-03-2018, 04:26 PM

Now he should just put a coat of clear on it and leave it alone.

Here we go......... LOL

WSSix

03-03-2018, 06:53 PM

fantastic pictures! Is it running and driving now or did they push it around out there?

Ns RS

03-03-2018, 06:55 PM

Here we go......... LOL

Stanced to perfection and the photography captures the lines beautifully looks fantastic greg, I disagree with clear, let it flash rust slightly then clear

GregWeld

03-03-2018, 08:00 PM

fantastic pictures! Is it running and driving now or did they push it around out there?

I won't really know until I'm out there Monday Trey - but my guess is --- they pushed it. The shop is on Harolds ranch -- so they're probably just out back of the shop buildings.

It's so close to paint - and the motor was taken out a while ago to go over to Don Hardy's place for a little "upgrading". LOL No real point in putting it back in and then taking it all apart for painting....

I let the shop and Don Jr pick the motor colors..... So I haven't seen that part either. Probably something Charley hates.

GregWeld

03-03-2018, 08:05 PM

Stanced to perfection and the photography captures the lines beautifully looks fantastic greg, I disagree with clear, let it flash rust slightly then clear

Good call Nessy! But I don't think I want it to be a rat rod thing, as much as I love those builds. Had we started out to build it "raw" or Rat look that would be different build - I'd have had them do the body PERFECT - and then clear it... but it was always intended to be painted..... and while the metal work is stellar... it was meant to be covered.

I had a '51 Chevy P/U for Alex.... I was going to build that rat rod style for him to tool around L.A in..... but I gave it to my Sister/Brother in Law (you know Rudy) when I got sick and sold the shop and all my tools.... Too late now - I barely own a crescent wrench these days.

SSLance

03-04-2018, 05:12 AM

Wow! Very nicely done!!

The front may be sitting a little bit low for me for a "mountain truck daily driver" but then again, Greg's mountain roads are probably a little bit different than any mountain roads I've driven on. ;)

Personally I can't wait to see it painted.

waynieZ

03-04-2018, 07:57 AM

I love the way it sits. Those are beautiful pictures they took. I love it !

Che70velle

03-04-2018, 01:46 PM

Greg, you should make sure that Charley likes the colors. That way he’ll give you top dollar when you sell it to him, after he nags you about it for a couple years.
I love this Greg. Stance, fitment, attention to detail, etc.

jarhead

03-04-2018, 03:29 PM

Whoa, I'm in Luv!

GregWeld

03-05-2018, 03:47 PM

Worked on a few things out at the shop today -- and saw a few things 'completed' and in real life for the first time.

Remember I'm not building a show vehicle -- the goal is daily driver - long road tripper - but I also like the process and don't intend to just have a stock looking truck....

So -- the cab is so stinking small.... and with the huge by large McIntosh amps behind the seat - and the battery and some electrical under the seat as well as a couple 6" subs under there..... I needed a place to put things.... In a pickup - that's in the back... but I want to have Gwen put her purse in there - or if I'm going shooting I need secure space and blah blah blah.

I asked them to get a Knack toolbox and cut it down and make it look like an old trunk. It will get all painted up and will have leather "straps" and big buckles etc. Right now - it looks a bit "coffinish".... but will look like a trunk when we're through with it. And it's KNACK TOUGH! And locking. It was sectioned so the whole thing is below the bed rail -- and a tonneau cover goes over all of it. We came up with a trick way to build a tonneau cover framework today -- you'll see later -- but there will be no snaps or anything else like that.

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Here's how the chevy taillights got mounted.....

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A little "bed rail detail" -- closing up the otherwise open "rolled edge"

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The exhaust with electric cut outs - it gets "dumped" at the rear.... not turned out as shown.

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glassman

03-05-2018, 04:24 PM

Can't wait to see this thing in Utah this year. Kick a$$.

WSSix

03-05-2018, 05:33 PM

Love the Knack box idea, Greg. Just one more of the touches that'll make this build great.

clill

03-05-2018, 05:50 PM

If the bastard decides to die on us we can just put him in the Knackbox..:welcome3:

GregWeld

03-06-2018, 07:43 AM

if the bastard decides to die on us we can just put him in the knackbox..:welcome3:

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kwhizz

04-05-2018, 01:28 PM

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Any Updates ??????

DBasher

04-15-2018, 10:42 AM

If it hasn’t gone to paint yet, may I suggest a subtle three tone?
:thumbsup:

jarhead

04-15-2018, 12:49 PM

:popcorn2:

bentfab

04-16-2018, 02:01 PM

[QUOTE=GregWeld;673980]Worked on a few things out at the shop today -- and saw a few things 'completed' and in real life for the first time.

Remember I'm not building a show vehicle the goal is daily driver - long road tripper - but I also like the process and don't intend to just have a stock looking truck....

So -- the cab is so stinking small.... and with the huge by large McIntosh amps behind the seat - and the battery and some electrical under the seat as well as a couple 6" subs under there..... I needed a place to put things.... In a pickup - that's in the back... but I want to have Gwen put her purse in there - or if I'm going shooting I need secure space and blah blah blah.

I asked them to get a Knack toolbox and cut it down and make it look like an old trunk. It will get all painted up and will have leather "straps" and big buckles etc. Right now - it looks a bit "coffinish".... but will look like a trunk when we're through with it. And it's KNACK TOUGH! And locking. It was sectioned so the whole thing is below the bed rail -- and a tonneau cover goes over all of it. We came up with a trick way to build a tonneau cover framework today -- you'll see later -- but there will be no snaps or anything else like that.

Such a RETARD !!!!

Not a show vehicle ..... My A$$ !!!