57 Chevy Truck Do Over

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Raider L

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@Madhorn,
I thought there was a mod to move the gas tank from in behind the seat? I wonder why GM thought that would be such a good idea? I can't think of a more dangerous place to put the gas tank. I'm trying to remember where the mod relocates the tank, but I can't remember.

Great work! Keep them pics comin'
 

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@Madhorn,

So the perch hangers had no bushing and was just the tube for the bolt and that's it? Man!. Oh well, if thats all that's needed to hold the spring I guess, why not. I wonder what kind of other hanger you could find that you could put a bushing in like a more modern pickup, it sure would help out on a better ride. It's like riding a rigid frame Harley. It beats you to death. I know. I had a '48 pan head at one time but back then I was very young and I didn't feel it, "I was to tough to care!"
 

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@Madhorn,

Yes there is a tank relocation kit. However since I am working on this for my brother, he opted out on that. As far as the rear shackles are concerned I did find a replacement rubber shackle kit from Posies. They have been ordered and should be here early next week.
 
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New shackle and spring eye kits arrived.
 

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was able to do laps around the yard today! Brakes still need some work and the 700R4 TV needs to be adjusted.
 

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Looks pretty good after a bath. Tried to put some miles on it today but the carb started to flood out. It appears it sucked up some trash and stuck open a needle valve. Removed the bowls and flushed everything out with carb cleaner. All fixed. Will attempt to put on some miles again tomorrow.
 

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GOOD FRIENDS !!!!!
 

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Dont know how I missed this thread.....freaking amazing. Awesome truck - awesome work and ingenious solutions.
 

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Tail gate latch mod.
 

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I like the tailgate mod. Good job on the truck! Keep it in the family. I'll be looking for a 53-54 mustache chevy when I'm done with my current one!
 

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