MadMaxetc's 1963 Build

MadMaxetc · Post by **MadMaxetc** » May 31, 2010, 3:48 pm

I Realized that I had not started a Project Build Thread for my 63.

Most everything I have done to date is on my Website.

Pictures are all on my Photobucket 63 Pictures Site.

I need to Update it. (Maybe that's what I will do tonight.)

- I have it 80% disassembled.
- Front End Welding is 75% Complete. Just have to do the Engine Mounts and the Sway Bar Mounts.
- I have all the Main parts for the Dakota, just need to get the Ball Joints replace and the Steering Rack Mod done.

The Next major step is to remove the Cab and Bed and get to work on the rest of the frame.

- 4-Link Rear.
- Drive Shaft Loop
- Frame Stiffening
- Maybe Shorten the frame. (go to a SWB)

I need to pick a Trans soon. ZF5 Speed sounds cool...I like Manuals. Have a C6 on hand.

More Pictures to come as soon as I move into the New Shop in JULY!

1965fordf100 · Post by **1965fordf100** » June 2, 2010, 10:19 am

about time you post a build thread, Dan

MadMaxetc · Post by **MadMaxetc** » June 2, 2010, 9:27 pm

1965fordf100 wrote:about time you post a build thread, Dan

Now all I have to do is BUILD!

Alan Mclennan · Post by **Alan Mclennan** » June 3, 2010, 3:02 am

MadMaxetc wrote:
1965fordf100 wrote:about time you post a build thread, Dan

Now all I have to do is BUILD!

it`s easy!
the wheels are connected to the axles
the axles are connected to the Chassis
the chassis is connected to the body
I don`t know what we worry about!
it sounds easy to me! :rotflmao:

MadMaxetc · Post by **MadMaxetc** » June 4, 2010, 9:47 pm

Wheels!

Damn...I knew I was missing something!

MadMaxetc · Post by **MadMaxetc** » June 19, 2010, 10:30 am

Well the truck stalled because of time and space.

Taking care of the Space thing!

The shop is under way!

30' x 40' x 10' Pole Barn.
2 x 10' x 8' Garage Doors
2 x Entry Doors
1 x 3' Window
5/12 Pitch Rafters

Here is the Layout:

This is the progress so far:

More updates to come!

MadMaxetc · Post by **MadMaxetc** » June 21, 2010, 8:01 pm

Now I know why I paid someone to build my shop for me...

THEY ARE FAST!!

This is after a day and a half!!

The Roof and the entry door framing and the rest of the fill goes in tomorrow.

The Slab pour is Wed!

I am Stoked!

64shortbed · Post by **64shortbed** » June 21, 2010, 11:15 pm

Wow! That'll be great to have a new, uncluttered shop to start working in. I'd like to have one of those!

Max · Post by **Max** » June 21, 2010, 11:49 pm

Nice! I like the blueprint in your pics too. Looks like they're taking advantage of the nice weather as well.

Alan Mclennan · Post by **Alan Mclennan** » June 22, 2010, 3:24 am

Nice Shed Dan!, now dont forget the fridge! :roll:

MadMaxetc · Post by **MadMaxetc** » June 22, 2010, 7:42 pm

Alan Mclennan wrote:Nice Shed Dan!, now dont forget the fridge!

Ohh...trust me...it WILL have one of those!

MadMaxetc · Post by **MadMaxetc** » June 22, 2010, 8:39 pm

More Progress!

Enjoy!!

Gritsngumbo · Post by **Gritsngumbo** » June 22, 2010, 8:57 pm

Very nice! Bet you can't wait to move in.

MadMaxetc · Post by **MadMaxetc** » June 23, 2010, 5:54 pm

I am getting very excited!! They will finish up tomorrow!!

Post by **Greg D** » June 23, 2010, 6:01 pm

That is very nice Dan, you are a lucky guy.

Michelle · Post by **Michelle** » June 23, 2010, 8:27 pm

Who did you buy your building from?

ezernut9mm · Post by **ezernut9mm** » June 23, 2010, 9:11 pm

sweet shop dan!

MadMaxetc · Post by **MadMaxetc** » June 23, 2010, 9:24 pm

Michelle wrote:Who did you buy your building from?

I had it built by "The Barn Guys"
$19k in it right now. After Electrical and Finishing the inside it shouls be less than $25k

Very good deal for 30' x 40'.

Chris, you should come down and see it some time!

Max · Post by **Max** » June 23, 2010, 11:29 pm

Awesome sized shop! I have enough crap for half of that right now but in a week would probably have it filled up.

Now you need some good ol tin signs for the walls, good sound system, the before-mentioned fridge and you're fallout shelter/bunker is complete!! :wink:

olliesshop · Post by **olliesshop** » June 24, 2010, 8:07 am

VERY NICE!!! Having the right shop sure helps.