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To install subframe connectors between the front and back. All I did is open the box end and the connector slides inside of the front and then gets welded to front and back creating a full frame rail front to back. 
Later I can use it as an anchor point for a driveshaft loop  
There’s a video of it on instagram 
 

I did this on mine. Much sturdier.
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Had a deep need for storage in the truck, and now that I don’t have a gas tank taking up 1/3 of the cab, decided to go for it.

There was nothing on the shelf for trucks before the 90s, so I followed this dude’s lead and went the Molle route:

https://www.tacomaworld.com/threads/my-solution-to-behind-the-seat-storage-with-molle-panel.474253/?utm_source=perplexity

Ended up doubling down on the soundproofing, but I think this is gonna work really well. No space for the ammo cans, but plan on building a similar hidden cabinet for a few rifles next.

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Best part, it’s all hidden behind the seat:
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A couple more Falcon pics. I just love Argentine Falcons. It’s so fun seeing the 80s/90s tech crammed into that 60s design. Back when I lived down there I tried to buy one for a run about but no one would sell me one.

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12 hours ago, Party_Taco said:

Had a deep need for storage in the truck, and now that I don’t have a gas tank taking up 1/3 of the cab, decided to go for it.

There was nothing on the shelf for trucks before the 90s, so I followed this dude’s lead and went the Molle route:

https://www.tacomaworld.com/threads/my-solution-to-behind-the-seat-storage-with-molle-panel.474253/?utm_source=perplexity

Ended up doubling down on the soundproofing, but I think this is gonna work really well. No space for the ammo cans, but plan on building a similar hidden cabinet for a few rifles next.

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Best part, it’s all hidden behind the seat:
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Looks good and handy.  What are you going to put back there? 

It would be a good solution for all of the shit I have stuffed up under my seat - 4-way, tool bag, extra belts, jumper cables.  Unfortunately, I don't have a folding bench seat in the '69 and no plans to relocate the gas tank.

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Looks good and handy.  What are you going to put back there? 
It would be a good solution for all of the shit I have stuffed up under my seat - 4-way, tool bag, extra belts, jumper cables.  Unfortunately, I don't have a folding bench seat in the '69 and no plans to relocate the gas tank.

I hope to have it all rigged up next couple weeks and I’ll share a pic then, but so far…

- fire extinguisher
- cables / charger
- medical
- mechanical
- flares
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56 minutes ago, TexasEd said:

hope I’m not spamming too much but excited that the 2 year restoration is almost complete. Really been more like 14 years. 
 

here’s a video showing the interior installed. 
 

https://www.instagram.com/reel/DEpcCn6RAgz/


 

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Keep them coming. That’s a great looking car and deserves to be shown off.

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My Father-in-law is giving us his 59 Chevy pickup. He’s had it since he was a teenager and is only the second owner. Its currently in a friends garage in Georgia who’s worked on it here and there over the years. The guy is going into hospice so he’s got to get it and wants to go ahead and pass it down. I know it’s going to take some work and $$ but I’ve always liked the idea of something like this.

From what he says, the engine still runs the body is pretty much ready to be assembled and painted. The cab is on it, from the pictures I’ve seen the bed needs to go back on. I know we’re looking at some work still but I’ve no idea what I’m getting myself into. I feel ok with doing some basic mechanic and assembly work but I’m clueless about paint and body work.

Any advice is appreciated. Pic for reference but I’m not sure this is even the most recent picture. 8b6c37ea1a2c36e91224e01c97483eb9.jpg

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My Father-in-law is giving us his 59 Chevy pickup. He’s had it since he was a teenager and is only the second owner. Its currently in a friends garage in Georgia who’s worked on it here and there over the years. The guy is going into hospice so he’s got to get it and wants to go ahead and pass it down. I know it’s going to take some work and $$ but I’ve always liked the idea of something like this.

From what he says, the engine still runs the body is pretty much ready to be assembled and painted. The cab is on it, from the pictures I’ve seen the bed needs to go back on. I know we’re looking at some work still but I’ve no idea what I’m getting myself into. I feel ok with doing some basic mechanic and assembly work but I’m clueless about paint and body work.

Any advice is appreciated. Pic for reference but I’m not sure this is even the most recent picture. 8b6c37ea1a2c36e91224e01c97483eb9.jpg

How much work do you intend to do for yourself vs a shop?

That’s a big component of your question. But based upon the description, my guess is the answer is “very little myself.”

The short answer is “how much do you have”? Then multiply by three.

And at the end of the day, for every $2 you put in, expect get about $1 back. On a good day.

These cars are labors of love, not investments.

All that said, I think you should go for it.
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How much work do you intend to do for yourself vs a shop?

That’s a big component of your question. But based upon the description, my guess is the answer is “very little myself.”

The short answer is “how much do you have”? Then multiply by three.

And at the end of the day, for every $2 you put in, expect get about $1 back. On a good day.

These cars are labors of love, not investments.

All that said, I think you should go for it.

I definitely want to do it and my wife (no pics) is on board. I’ve just never taken on a project like this before and not sure what the order of operations would be. Won’t even know for sure what all needs to be done until I lay eyes on it myself.

Going to do some research on it. I feel confident about doing some of the mechanic and wiring work myself. I imagine this will be a project I complete a little at a time as budget allows.
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I definitely want to do it and my wife (no pics) is on board. I’ve just never taken on a project like this before and not sure what the order of operations would be. Won’t even know for sure what all needs to be done until I lay eyes on it myself.

Going to do some research on it. I feel confident about doing some of the mechanic and wiring work myself. I imagine this will be a project I complete a little at a time as budget allows.

Got it. There are just tons of “this is how it’s done” vids on YouTube. It’s a good start to get an idea. Then there just have to be vintage Chevy truck groups on fb, etc who can point you in the right direction. That’s where the old guys who really know their shit hang out.

Good luck and always post pics! Looking forward to seeing the progress on our new truck!
Love those ‘59 Chevys. 
1-(my son with his in 1996, or thereabouts) 2-(several years ago):
 
 
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Great pics here.

Inspirational.
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On 12/16/2024 at 3:53 PM, Elvis said:

My 2008 isn't quite a classic yet, but it's getting there.  It's name is Top Down.  I spent Friday night detailing it in the garage while it rained outside.  The rain cleared and the streets dried Saturday night, so I took Top Down out to get some gas.  It was looking good under the gas station lights, so I started taking some pictures. 

 

Then this photographer on a motorcycle comes out of nowhere and starts taking pictures.  I let him take his time and showed him around the car.  He's going to send me pictures from his camera after he edits them.  Here are some from my crappy camera phone.

 

 

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Am I crazy?  I keep considering selling Top Down for a 928.  My 997 will appreciate slowly but steadily over time.  The 928 is about to skyrocket.

 

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@Elvis  Can you swing it without selling or is it a trade up only type deal?  
 

@DallasHorn26 Do it. It’s fun and if you can set a goal of 4 hours a week or get the suspension in by march 1st type goals you will make progress. Don’t plan the whole thing but components with achievable goals is the best way to keep your interest and motivation 

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My Father-in-law is giving us his 59 Chevy pickup. He’s had it since he was a teenager and is only the second owner. Its currently in a friends garage in Georgia who’s worked on it here and there over the years. The guy is going into hospice so he’s got to get it and wants to go ahead and pass it down. I know it’s going to take some work and $$ but I’ve always liked the idea of something like this.

From what he says, the engine still runs the body is pretty much ready to be assembled and painted. The cab is on it, from the pictures I’ve seen the bed needs to go back on. I know we’re looking at some work still but I’ve no idea what I’m getting myself into. I feel ok with doing some basic mechanic and assembly work but I’m clueless about paint and body work.

Any advice is appreciated. Pic for reference but I’m not sure this is even the most recent picture. 8b6c37ea1a2c36e91224e01c97483eb9.jpg

I had a 57 step side with a wrap around back glass when I was in high school. Several of my buddies had classics then. Kinda wish I still had it.
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5 hours ago, TexasEd said:

@Elvis  Can you swing it without selling or is it a trade up only type deal?  
 

@DallasHorn26 Do it. It’s fun and if you can set a goal of 4 hours a week or get the suspension in by march 1st type goals you will make progress. Don’t plan the whole thing but components with achievable goals is the best way to keep your interest and motivation 

It’s a garage space deal. Top Down and Priscilla’s Audi live in the garage. My GMC and Avalanche live in the driveway. 

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Can someone explain those classic car auctions you see on tv, like MavTV? 

They auction 1970’s muscle cars, like Camaros, Chevelle’s Pontiac’s, etc for ~$25-45k. Are these cars drivable? Can you get parts? What’s the downside of having one? I realize they don’t have safety features, etc. 

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2 hours ago, Dbeasy said:

Can someone explain those classic car auctions you see on tv, like MavTV? 

They auction 1970’s muscle cars, like Camaros, Chevelle’s Pontiac’s, etc for ~$25-45k. Are these cars drivable? Can you get parts? What’s the downside of having one? I realize they don’t have safety features, etc. 

I’m guessing most of them sell to old dudes that fingered their prom date in a car like that. Or their girlfriend got plowed by the QB in a car like that and they think it’s going to make them cool like the QB.
 

If I had the space, I would have a cherry version of my Prelude that I got for my 15th birthday. First freshman with a car. . It was pretty cool and so was I. 

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Can someone explain those classic car auctions you see on tv, like MavTV? 
They auction 1970’s muscle cars, like Camaros, Chevelle’s Pontiac’s, etc for ~$25-45k. Are these cars drivable? Can you get parts? What’s the downside of having one? I realize they don’t have safety features, etc. 

Yes they’re drivable and as to parts….it really depends on how rare the car is. 60s/70s Mustangs/Camaros/Trucks? Yes tons of parts. Off brand or limited production models…not so much.

What I can tell you is that in my experience unless you really know what you’re looking for and have the money to pay for it, never ever buy at a classic auction like you see on TV. It’s the opposite of the market you want - you’re in competition with people with more money than sense throwing it at middling cars. Be patient, learn what you want and the market, then cruise fb marketplace or other similar markets looking for the woman who’s dad just died and is looking to un load the car that Dad spent more time with than the family. That’s the car you want.
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