Thanks for the warm welcome guys!
So far, the most I have done is a few patches here and there, nothing too taxing for the metalshaping word. Soon I'll be doing body patch panels, dash extension, floor and frame extensions which I would like to do with similar to stock stiffening beads and contours.
Once the back half is complete, I will be installing a straight axle up front and moving the fron wheels ahead ~5 inches. I'll have to re-work the front wheel openings to make this work... I'll get more practice on the hidden metal before I cut a good set of fenders.
Here are a few shots of where I am at so far;
Body and chassis section moved forward and moved into place. I love those little aluminum camper jacks. Way better for setting up than standard jack stands!
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Space left in the truck where the floor was split to allow rear suspension to roll forward.
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Back dash an seat bracing temporarily removed to allow cutting of "c" pillar structures and rear door panels. Not seen is the seam where the section of floor is removed.
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